METAL SLUG ULTIMATE COLLECTION, a definitive collection title marking the 30th anniversary of the METAL SLUG series, gathers together the mainline titles that have been loved by fans around the world for decades. The collection is set to launch in 2027 for Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch™2, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
Packed with features designed to showcase every facet of the series' appeal, it's a title built to be enjoyed by a new generation of players and longtime fans alike.
Announcement Trailer
Japanese: https://youtu.be/4YuD_fCSzwE
English: https://youtu.be/tF62iHdOBbc
The Full History of METAL SLUG in One Collection
METAL SLUG ULTIMATE COLLECTION includes the mainline titles from METAL SLUG through METAL SLUG 7, along with METAL SLUG ADVANCE and a rarely seen location test version that was never widely released.
Titles Included
METAL SLUG (1996 / NEOGEO MVS)
METAL SLUG 2 (1998 / NEOGEO MVS)
METAL SLUG X (1999 / NEOGEO MVS)
METAL SLUG 3 (2000 / NEOGEO MVS)
METAL SLUG 4 (2002 / NEOGEO MVS)
METAL SLUG 5 (2003 / NEOGEO MVS)
METAL SLUG ADVANCE (2004 / Game Boy Advance)
METAL SLUG 6 (2006 / PlayStation 2)
METAL SLUG 7 (2008 / Nintendo DS)
The long-lost METAL SLUG location test version (never officially released)
Online Rankings and a Robust Gallery Mode
An online ranking feature lets players compete for high scores with others around the world. The collection also includes a gallery and museum mode that looks back on the series' history, featuring a wide range of content such as logos and visual materials from past titles.
Convenient Features for Today's Play Styles, Plus a Combat School Mode
Alongside quick save and quick load functions, the collection includes a rewind feature that lets players roll back gameplay by a few seconds. Score attack, time attack, and other challenge modes are also included, so players of all skill levels can enjoy the games in their own way. For newcomers, the series' familiar Combat School Mode makes it easy to pick up the basics and get a feel for METAL SLUG, teaching core controls and techniques so anyone can jump into the action with confidence.
Available features, modes, and supported functionality vary by title.
Wishlist Registration Now Open Ahead of Launch
Wishlist registration for METAL SLUG ULTIMATE COLLECTION is now open. Check the official website for details.
About METAL SLUG
METAL SLUG is an SNK action shooting series that debuted as an arcade title in 1996. Known for its intricate pixel art and exhilarating gameplay, it has earned the support of fans around the world and stands as one of SNK's flagship IPs. The series marks its 30th anniversary in 2026, celebrated through the "MISSION REBOOT" commemorative project. METAL SLUG ULTIMATE COLLECTION is positioned as both a look back on the series' 30-year history and a commemorative title connecting it to the future.
Official Site
https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/official/metalslug_ultimate_collection/
X
https://www.facebook.com/METALSLUGOfficial/
TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@metalslug_en
MISSION REBOOT! More 30th Anniversary Special Projects Underway
Special 30th-anniversary missions are rolling out, including an AR frame and a mosaic art piece completed from fan memories submitted from around the world.
METAL SLUG 30th ANNIVERSARY "MISSION START! AR Frame"
To celebrate METAL SLUG's 30th anniversary, an original AR frame is available for a limited time. Using the AR frame, everyday scenery can be photographed through the world of METAL SLUG, and the resulting photos can be shared on social media.
Available through: Friday, October 30, 2026, 11:59 PM
URL: https://webar.styly.cc/v2/ar_contents/metalslug30th
METAL SLUG 30th ANNIVERSARY "MISSION START! Mosaic Art"
To celebrate METAL SLUG's 30th anniversary, fans around the world are invited to submit memorable photos and illustrations. Each submission becomes a single "pixel" used to create a 30th-anniversary mosaic art piece in this participatory project.
Submissions can be posted to X with the hashtag "#GLOBAL_PIXEL_MOSAIC_PROJECT" or made through the special website. Three entrants will be chosen by lottery to receive a 30th-anniversary commemorative T-shirt.
Entry period: Through Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 11:59 PM
Mosaic art reveal date: Friday, October 30, 2026
Special website: https://metalslug30th-summer-cp.jp/pixel-art/
【Title Overview】
■Title Name
METAL SLUG ULTIMATE COLLECTION
■Genre
Action Shooting
■Release Date
Planned for 2027
■Supported Platforms
Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch™2, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam
■Price
TBD
■Number of Players
1–2
■Rights Notice
©SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
*The Nintendo Switch logo and Nintendo Switch are trademarks of Nintendo.
