# METAL SLUG 2 > Classic run-and-gun arcade shooter with new characters, weapons, and modes. (iPhone/iPad app by SNK CORPORATION.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-2/id589779009 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [SNK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 3.60/5 from 318 App Store ratings · 410 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 85 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese - Released: 2013-02-07 - Data updated: 2026-08-29 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-2/id589779009/reviews.md ## What is METAL SLUG 2? The second chapter of the acclaimed run-and-gun action shooting series, "METAL SLUG 2" launches on iPhone / iPod Touch! Thwart General Morden's evil ambition, and uncover the secret of his new coup!! Features ■Not only a perfect port of the original NEOGEO game! In addition to its classic “ARCADE MODE”, this perfect conversion of “METAL SLUG 2” includes a “MISSION MODE”, allowing you to select in which stage you want to play! You can now train yourself in your favorite stages or those which give you a hard time! ■New playable characters will assist you on the battlefield! 2 female recruits, Eri, a former super agent, and, Fio, the heir of a military family, join Regular Army's PF Squad Marco and Tarma, in order to put an end to Gen. Morden's dastardly plans. Moreover, you will be supported during your mission by a heroic prisoner who will fight alongside you once freed, and a volunteer who will provide you with bonus items! ■Use new weapons and slugs to fight your way through and survive on the battlefield!! The METAL SLUG arsenal expands with the introduction of new weapons such as the "Laser Shot", "Flame Bottles", and new slug vehicles such as the "Slugnoid" (bipedal tank) and the "Slug Flyer" (fighter plane)! The "Camel Slug", a camel equipped with a Vulcan Cannon also awaits in the Desert Stage to help you!! ■ A control scheme allowing for precise controls! The "Autofire" feature allows you to fire your weapons continuously by holding down the button, you can reposition the buttons outside of the game screen area in "Window mode". Enjoy every corner of METAL SLUG 2 using your own custom controls! ■Intense cooperative gameplay via the Wi-Fi function! "METAL SLUG 2” can be doubly enjoyed by playing with another brother-in-arms simultaneously via the Wi-Fi function! Will you be able to clear the hardest stages with your friends? ■Compatible with “GAME CENTER”! Complete the maximum number of “ACHIEVEMENTS” in order to increase your "METAL SLUG 2" Player Rank! Beat the best scores and become World’s Number 1!! ## Key features - Arcade Mode - Mission Mode - New playable characters - New weapons and vehicles - Customizable controls - Wi-Fi cooperative multiplayer - Game Center achievements ## Chart rankings - #123 in Top Paid · Action (US App Store) - #59 in Top Paid · Casual (US App Store) ## What do users think of METAL SLUG 2? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🎉 Greatest game ever - 👍 Fun and entertaining - 👍 Faithful to the original - 👍 Works great on iPod touch 7th gen **Cons** - 🐛 Controls are too difficult - 🐛 Grenade button doesn't work with controllers - 🐛 Buttons get stuck on the screen - 🐛 Freezing and performance issues **Commonly reported bugs** - Buttons cannot be moved or customized - Controls become unresponsive after resetting - Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions **Most requested features** - Add Metal Slug 6 and 7 to the app - Improve controller support and customization - Fix the grenade button on controllers ## Recent user reviews (10 of 410) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-2/id589779009/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Greatest game!!! *2025-12-28, version 1.4.1* I highly recommend this game its graphics are just like they used to be. This is a fun game and will keep you playing for hours. I purchased the whole pack and don’t regret it. For all who don’t know about metal slug I recommend that you buy the first or the third metal slug. just to try if you prefer classic buy the first one but if you prefer things like zombies and aliens get the third one and you won’t regret it!!!!! also works great on iPod touch 7th gen .These games are worth every penny!!!!🎉😄👍 Also to the creator: I’m waiting for metal slug 6 and metal slug 7 please make these games available for our mobile devices and for the iPod touch 7 gen ### 5/5 — Greatest game!!! *2025-12-15* I highly recommend this game its graphics are just like they used to be. This is a fun game and will keep you playing for hours. I purchased the whole pack and don’t regret it. For all who don’t know about metal slug I recommend that you buy the first or the second metal slug just to try if you prefer classic buy the first one but if you prefer things like zombies and aliens get the second one and you won’t regret it!!!!! also works great on iPod touch 7th gen .These games are worth every penny!!!!🎉😄👍 ### 5/5 — 操作性別に良し、レビューのやつらが下手なだけ笑笑笑 *2025-11-26* 別に問題なし ノーダメでクリア可能です 自分は対してゲームいっぱいやる人じゃないけど、操作性が悪いって言ってる人たちは本当に下手なんだろうなと思う。 ### 1/5 — Malos controls *2025-11-02, version 1.4.1* No Compton este Nuevo el yo stick no sirve y no vale la pena gastar dinero en lo absoluto ### 5/5 — Es lo mismo que el x *2025-10-29, version 1.4.1* Este es una maldita basura, es el mismo juego que el metal slug x, porque vender el mismo juego con otro nombre? ### 3/5 — All I want for Christmas *2025-09-04, version 1.4.1* Plz update. Screen joystick too stagnant. Plug in game controller, grenades will not throw. Plus game crashes a lot. Glad it’s port. But yeah ### 1/5 — Pésimo *2025-08-19, version 1.4.1* Sus controles son un asco no puedo disfrutar el juego ### 1/5 — Infruibile *2025-04-04, version 1.4.1* Comandi touch che rendono il titolo in giocabile, soldi buttati ### 1/5 — It's too hard to control *2025-03-16, version 1.4.1* The left stick stops immediately when pushed beyond it's range！！ ### 3/5 — Can’t change position of C button on iPad *2025-01-29, version 1.4.1* Makes it nearly impossible to throw a grenade ## Frequently asked questions about METAL SLUG 2 ### What is METAL SLUG 2? METAL SLUG 2 is a classic run-and-gun action shooting game ported from the NEOGEO arcade. It features intense combat, new characters, a variety of weapons and vehicles, and both single-player and cooperative multiplayer modes. ### What are the main game modes available? The game offers a perfect port of the original "ARCADE MODE" for the classic experience. Additionally, there is a "MISSION MODE" that allows players to select and play specific stages, ideal for training or replaying challenging levels. ### How much does METAL SLUG 2 cost? METAL SLUG 2 is a paid application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase for the full game experience. ### Can I play with friends? Yes, METAL SLUG 2 supports intense cooperative gameplay via its Wi-Fi function. You can team up with another player to tackle the game's challenging stages together. ### What new features are included in this version? This version introduces two new playable female characters, Eri and Fio, alongside new weapons like the Laser Shot and Flame Bottles, and new vehicles such as the Slugnoid and Slug Flyer. It also features customizable controls and Game Center integration for achievements and high scores. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4.1 — 2022-04-19 Compatible with iOS14 or higher ### 1.3 — 2018-07-19 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Several bugs have been fixed. ### 1.2 — 2018-04-24 ・Updated to iOS11. ・Correction of a few minor issues. Important: Following the update to iOS8,「MULTIPLAYER　MODE」 requires now a Wi-Fi connection instead of a Bluetooth connection. Furthermore, please make sure to be first logged in to "Game Center" before starting a multiplayer session. ### 1.0.2 — 2014-09-18 Several bugs have been fixed. ---------------------------------------------- *[Important] Warning regarding iOS 8 ~ 11 This app may not run correctly under iOS 8 ~ 11. We apologize for the inconvenience that this may cause, and thank you for your kind understanding. ### 1.0.1 — 2014-09-09 *Minor bug fixes ## Apps similar to METAL SLUG 2 | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SNOW BROS. classic](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snow-bros-classic/id1492954691) | 4.7 (934) | Free | Games | | [Bubble King:Shoot Bubble](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-kingshoot-bubble/id933934438) | 3.1 (19) | Free | Games | | [Shooting Game : Super Soldier](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shooting-game-super-soldier/id6450246304) | 4.6 (20) | Free | Games | | [STRIKERS 1945](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strikers-1945/id1511892021) | 4.4 (40) | Free | Games | | [Street Fighter IV CE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/street-fighter-iv-ce/id1239299402) | 4.8 (21,410) | $0.99 | Games | | [Metal Guns Fury : beat em up](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-guns-fury-beat-em-up/id1459067806) | 4.6 (237) | Free | Games | ## More apps by SNK CORPORATION - [THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-king-of-fighters-i-2012/id507937883) - [BLAZING STAR](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blazing-star/id529748424) - [METAL SLUG 3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-3/id530060483) - [METAL SLUG 1](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-1/id574641836) - [METAL SLUG X](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-x/id602990197) All apps by SNK CORPORATION: https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874 ## Related topics [metal slug 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/metal-slug-2) · [metal slug 2 aca neogeo](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/metal-slug-2-aca-neogeo) · [metal slug attack](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/metal-slug-attack) · [metal slug x aca neogeo](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/metal-slug-x-aca-neogeo) · [slugterra slug it out 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/slugterra-slug-it-out-2) · [metal slug tactics](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/metal-slug-tactics) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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