Metal Slug Anthology

Metal Slug Anthology for Nintendo Wii is a lovingly compiled collection that will make the heart of any fan of classic arcade action beat faster. With a total of seven complete titles from the legendary Metal Slug series, Metal Slug Anthology brings the explosive mix of run-and-gun gameplay, hand-drawn pixel art and trademark humor to Nintendo's home console in a single, jam-packed package.

Metal Slug Anthology includes the games Metal Slug, Metal Slug 2, Metal Slug X, Metal Slug 3, Metal Slug 4, Metal Slug 5 and Metal Slug 6. Each of them tells its own little story in the fight against terrorists, wacky super villains, rebellious armies or even aliens - always with over-the-top explosions, iconic boss battles and wittily animated opponents. The detailed 2D graphics are still among the best that the genre has produced to this day and cut an excellent figure even on the Wii.

In terms of gameplay, Metal Slug Anthology remains true to the series' DNA: You fight your way through varied levels full of enemies, obstacles and secrets using machine guns, grenades and various vehicles - the eponymous "slugs". The controls in Metal Slug Anthology have been specially adapted for the Wii and offer several variants, from the classic directional pad to pointer control with the Wii Remote. So every player can find their preferred style of play. Metal Slug Anthology is particularly appealing in local co-op mode, because racing through the levels together is just as much fun as it was on the arcade machine.

In addition to the main games, Metal Slug Anthology offers numerous extras such as artwork, unlockable galleries and soundtracks that provide a look behind the scenes of the series and round off the overall package. For retro fans, Metal Slug Anthology is not only a nostalgic look back, but also a convenient way to enjoy seven classics in one edition on the Wii - with modern convenience features such as save games and fast loading times.

Whether you know the series from the past or are discovering it for the first time: Metal Slug Anthology is an explosive trip through the history of one of the most famous 2D action franchises ever - stylish, challenging and full of charm. A real highlight for any Wii collection.