# METAL SLUG X

> Classic 2D action-shooter arcade game with enhanced features and multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by SNK CORPORATION.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-x/id602990197 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SNK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 485 App Store ratings · 585 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 116 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2013-03-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-x/id602990197/reviews.md

## What is METAL SLUG X?

The masterpiece of 2D action-shooting, "METAL SLUG X",  lands on iPhone/iPod touch! Foil General Morden's new coup attempt!!

Features list:
■A remake of "METAL SLUG 2"!
"METAL SLUG X" is an updated version of "METAL SLUG 2" with a lot of new elements for even more fun and excitement!
Bosses and other enemy characters await you at different points on the battlefield, so that even players who have perfected the previous installment will enjoy this new and improved game map!

■Shoot down your enemies with new weapons!!
New weapons, such as the "Iron Lizard" (remote-controlled missiles), the "Drop Shot" (bouncing landmines), and the "Enemy Chaser" (homing missiles), have been added to the impressive METAL SLUG arsenal.   

■An "Arcade-Perfect" NEOGEO Port with extra features!
In addition to the classic “ARCADE MODE”, you can select any mission you have previously cleared and play them separately in “MISSION MODE”. You can enjoy your favorite stages at will and train on the missions you have not mastered yet!

■Precise and Customizable Controls!
The Autofire function allows you to fire continuously by holding down the Shot button. Moreover, you can change the position of your configuration outside of the game screen area in “Window” Mode. Enjoy every pixel of “METAL SLUG X” with your very own custom controls! 

■Engage into intense Multiplayer gameplay via Wi-Fi!
Now you can enjoy “METAL SLUG X” with a friend through a Wi-Fi connection. Team up with a brother in arms to accomplish together the difficult missions available in “METAL SLUG X”!

■Compatible with “GAME CENTER”! 
Complete the maximum number of “ACHIEVEMENTS” in order to increase your "METAL SLUG X" Player Rank!
Beat the best scores and become World’s Number 1!!

## Key features

- Updated version of METAL SLUG 2
- New weapons like Iron Lizard and Drop Shot
- Arcade-perfect NEOGEO port
- ARCADE MODE and MISSION MODE
- Customizable controls with autofire
- Wi-Fi multiplayer gameplay
- Game Center integration with achievements

## Chart rankings

- #179 in Top Paid · Action (US App Store)
- #101 in Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

## What do users think of METAL SLUG X?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🎮 Great game
- 🕹️ Playable with controllers
- 🖼️ Cool graphics options
- 💰 Good value for money

**Cons**

- 🎮 Difficult controls
- 🎮 Unresponsive controls
- 🎮 Buttons hard to access
- 🎮 Joystick issues
- 🎮 Grenade button not working with controllers
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Incompatible with newer devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Buttons not movable
- Joystick resets to bad position
- Crashes on newer iOS versions
- Graphical glitches and slowdowns

**Most requested features**

- Update for iOS 11 and newer
- Improved controller support
- Customizable button layout
- Grenade button support for controllers
- Ability to continue progress

## Recent user reviews (10 of 585)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-x/id602990197/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Metal slug x review

*2026-06-02, version 1.4.2*

I really liked the game because it isn’t easy and if fully packed with adventure

### 1/5 — Mala calidad de los botones y control con mandos

*2026-02-15, version 1.4.2*

Cuando conectas un mando de Playstation no hay un botón para las bombas, hay un hack de tocar la pantalla para usarlas pero te distraes

### 5/5 — Great game! 🫡🙂‍↕️😁🤩

*2025-12-28, version 1.4.2*

I purchased the whole pack for about $8 and don’t regret it! The cool thing with the game is that you can change the graphics from original to filtered! Game play is the same as I remembered!Definitely a game worth purchasing!

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

### 2/5 — Lo mismo

*2025-10-31, version 1.4.2*

Es lo mismo que el 2 pero con enemigos un tanto distintos

### 1/5 — Palanca muy pequeña botones muy pekeños

*2025-10-18, version 1.4.2*

Deberías mejorar la función de botones están muy pekeños y la palanca ni se diga ni se puede mover bien al jugador

### 3/5 — Plz Santa update

*2025-09-04, version 1.4.2*

Game crashes a lot. Screen joystick too stagnant.? Plug in controller. Grenades will not throw. Great port but yeah.

### 3/5 — Jugando con gamepad no me permite tirar bombas solo disparar y saltar

*2025-03-23, version 1.4.2*

Hay alguna solución para poder configurar los botones y poder tirar bombas ?

### 3/5 — Lento y joystick incómodo

*2025-02-16, version 1.4.2*

Llega un momento en donde salen bastantes iconos que son parte del juego y empieza a hacerse lento y a trabarse haciendo que pierdas la partida pero a medida que van bajando la cantidad de objetos y enemigos en el juego se estabiliza

### 5/5 — Curiosity

*2025-01-24, version 1.4.2*

For people looking to buy this in 2025 the game lowkey runs great from any iPhone 12 and up I wouldn’t recommend playing with the touch pad I recommend playing with the controller through Bluetooth or backbone only issue is u can’t use grenades unless u touch the pad which isn’t a big issue that’s the only issue anything else or everything else runs smoothly I’ll say this for metal slug 1-3 and x all work this way I have yet to buy 4 and 5 but check it out soon to see if I left a review gonna buy it soon hope this helps

### 1/5 — 컨트롤러로 폭탄키 안됩니다.

*2024-12-29*

엑박, ps5, 키시 다 안됨. 안된다는 리뷰가 4 년전인데 이걸 아직도 안고쳤으니 앞으로도 안고칠거임

## Frequently asked questions about METAL SLUG X

### What is METAL SLUG X?

METAL SLUG X is a 2D action-shooting game that is an updated version of the classic "METAL SLUG 2". It features new weapons, improved gameplay, and an "Arcade-Perfect" NEOGEO port.

### What are the key features of METAL SLUG X?

Key features include new weapons like the "Iron Lizard" and "Drop Shot", both "ARCADE MODE" and "MISSION MODE" for flexible play, customizable controls with autofire, intense Wi-Fi multiplayer, and Game Center integration for achievements and high scores.

### How much does METAL SLUG X cost?

Based on the provided information, the app is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a one-time purchase model.

### What platforms is METAL SLUG X compatible with?

The application is available for iPhone and iPod touch. It also supports Game Center for enhanced gameplay features and achievements.

### Can I play METAL SLUG X with friends?

Yes, METAL SLUG X offers intense multiplayer gameplay via Wi-Fi. You can team up with a friend to accomplish difficult missions together, enhancing the cooperative experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.2 — 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

・Update 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.

### 1.0.1 — 2014-09-21

*Minor bug fixes
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*[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.

### Ver.1.00 — 2013-02-27

No release notes.

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All apps by SNK CORPORATION: https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-30.*