# METAL SLUG 3 vs Vector Classic

The clearest difference is rating: Vector Classic at 4.9 against METAL SLUG 3's 3.5. Vector Classic also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 31%) and price ($0.99 vs $2.99). METAL SLUG 3's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

METAL SLUG 3 costs $2.99 and Vector Classic $0.99 up front. Vector Classic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. METAL SLUG 3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Vector Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 876 and 3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of METAL SLUG 3's written reviews are positive against 55% of Vector Classic's.

METAL SLUG 3 ships an update every 3 months, Vector Classic every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | METAL SLUG 3 | Vector Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [3.5 (876 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-3/id530060483/reviews) | **[4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-classic/id562989701/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 876 | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | 30.6% of reviews | **55.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #78 | **#11** |
| Size | 148 MB | 237 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [SNK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874) | [Nekki Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1101320102) |

## What reviewers say

### METAL SLUG 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-3/id530060483)

**Currently charting:** #78 Top Paid · Casual, #121 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

Experience the classic 2D action shooting game on your iPhone. Fight through diverse stages with a variety of weapons and vehicles. Enjoy branching paths, cooperative multiplayer, and achievements.

**Highlights:** Arcade Mode, Mission Mode, Branching map system, Multiple Slug vehicles, Wi-Fi cooperative gameplay, Game Center achievements

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Classic arcade gameplay
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 🕹️ Nostalgic experience
- 🕹️ Addictive and fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎮 Unresponsive and clunky controls
- 🎮 Difficulty with precision movement
- 🎮 Inability to remap controls
- 🐛 Crashes and compatibility issues
- 🎮 Small on-screen controls

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on iOS 7 and newer
- Screen orientation issues
- Grenade button not working with controllers
- Inability to unlock later levels

**Requested features**

- Ability to remap controls
- Larger on-screen controls
- Improved controller support
- Save progress and continue later
- More continues/lives


### Vector Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-classic/id562989701)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Paid · Casual, #42 Top Paid · Action, #129 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Experience a thrilling arcade-style game where you embody a free runner escaping a totalitarian regime. Utilize parkour-inspired moves to navigate rooftops and evade capture. With intuitive controls and challenging levels, this game offers an exciting chase.

**Highlights:** Parkour-inspired action gameplay, Arcade-style chase mechanics, Intuitive controls, Sophisticated level designs, Over 40 challenging levels, Lifelike parkour animations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2.000 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 6.000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 15,000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10.000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 22.000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 55,000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 85,000 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Nostalgic and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Stylish visuals and smooth animations
- 🏃‍♂️ Thrilling parkour experience
- 💯 Best mobile parkour game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕹️ Unresponsive controls
- 🔍 Difficult to complete levels perfectly
- 💰 Ads in a paid game
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch or during loading
- Trick activation not working as expected
- Levels not loading or progressing properly
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Checkpoint system to avoid restarting levels
- Endless mode or level creator
- More customization options for the character
- Ability to play own music in the background


## Frequently asked questions

### Is METAL SLUG 3 free?

METAL SLUG 3 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Vector Classic free?

Vector Classic costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, METAL SLUG 3 or Vector Classic?

Vector Classic is rated higher. METAL SLUG 3 averages 3.5 out of 5 from 876 ratings, while Vector Classic averages 4.9 from 3K ratings.

### Do METAL SLUG 3 or Vector Classic have ads?

Vector Classic shows ads; METAL SLUG 3 does not.

### Which is updated more often, METAL SLUG 3 or Vector Classic?

METAL SLUG 3 ships an update every 3 months, and Vector Classic every 4 months. Most recently, METAL SLUG 3 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Vector Classic on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, METAL SLUG 3 or Vector Classic?

METAL SLUG 3 currently peaks at #78 in the App Store charts, and Vector Classic at #11. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*