Comparison

Vector Classic vs METAL SLUG 1

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vector Classic

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
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The best parkour-inspired action game is now available! Vector lets you break free and run! Don't get caught! Vector is an exciting, arcade-style game featuring you as the exceptional free runner who won’t be held down by the system. The game opens with a view into a totalitarian world where freedom and individually is nothing more than a distant dream. But the heart of a freerunner is strong, and you soon break free. Run, vault, slide and climb using extraordinary techniques based on the urban ninja sport of Parkour all while being chased by “Big Brother” who’s sole purpose is to capture you and bring you back. Inspired by the practice and principles of Parkour, Vector’s intuitive controls please players of all levels, and sophisticated level designs challenge the most demanding players with fast-paced timing puzzles as the traceur “flows” over the dystopian rooftops. Game Features: - Arcade gameplay from the makers of the Shadow Fight games - Astoundingly lifelike Parkour-inspired moves made possible by Cascadeur animation tools - 40+ challenging levels - Quick to learn, challenging to master The Press Loves Vector: “The way Vector mimics the movements of real-life parkour practitioners is quite impressive... I can’t wait to be entrapped in Vector’s promising mix of direction and magnitude.” (appadvice.com) “Vector is thrilling, rich in variety and it reminds us of Stick Run, but offers much more elaborate animations.” (fbgamer.de) "The only cool way to run from all your problems." (Gamezebo.com)

About

METAL SLUG 1

Battle through diverse battlefields to thwart General Morden's rebel army. Enjoy classic arcade action or select specific stages in mission mode. Rescue POWs for weapon upgrades and utilize the versatile METAL SLUG tank for devastating attacks.

Highlights
  • Arcade Mode
  • Mission Mode
  • POW rescues for weapon upgrades
  • Multipurpose METAL SLUG tank
  • Customizable controls with autofire
  • Wi-Fi co-op gameplay
  • Game Center achievements
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Make your way through multiple battelfields and put an end to the Rebel Army Leader General Morden's evil plans!! Features list: ■Not only a perfect port of the original NEOGEO game! In addition to its classic “ARCADE MODE”, this perfect conversion of “METAL SLUG” 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! ■ Receive items from rescued POWs! You can received several items by rescuing fellow POWs during missions! These items provide upgrades for your powerful weapons! POWs can also be found in secret places.... ■ Make good use of the multipurpose tank: the METAL SLUG! Aside from the Vulcan and Cannon attacks,you can also evade enemies' attacks by squatting and even jumping! As a last resort you can ram your slug into the enemy troops! Create a huge explosion by self-desctructing your slug using the "METAL SLUG ATTACK" unleashing extreme damage to your enemies. ■ 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 using your own custom controls! ■Intense cooperative gameplay via the Wi-Fi function! "METAL SLUG” 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" Player Rank! Beat the best scores and become World’s Number 1!!

Screenshots

Vector Classic4 screens
METAL SLUG 14 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Vector Classic at 4.9 against METAL SLUG 1's 3.2. Vector Classic also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 32 months) and review sentiment (55% vs 28%). METAL SLUG 1's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Vector Classic costs $0.99 and METAL SLUG 1 $2.99 up front. Vector Classic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. METAL SLUG 1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Vector Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vector Classic has 3K ratings behind it against 578, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Vector Classic's written reviews are positive against 28% of METAL SLUG 1's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vector Classic ships an update every 4 months, METAL SLUG 1 every 32 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Vector Classic versus METAL SLUG 1: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVector ClassicMETAL SLUG 1
Price$0.99 — better$2.99
Rating4.9 (3K ratings) — better3.2 (578 ratings)
Positive reviews55.3% of reviews — better28.2% of reviews
Number of ratings3K — better578
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 32 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank#5 — better#77
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size237 MB59 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperNekki LimitedSNK CORPORATION

Customer experience

Vector Classic

All ratings2,848 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral0.7%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews1,303 reviews
Positive55.3%
Neutral5.8%
Negative39.0%

METAL SLUG 1

All ratings576 ratings
Positive51.4%
Neutral8.2%
Negative40.5%
Written reviews341 reviews
Positive28.2%
Neutral8.8%
Negative63.0%

User reviews

Vector Classic

From 3K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

METAL SLUG 1

From 578 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Classic arcade gameplay
  • 🎨 Faithful graphics and visuals
  • 💰 Great value for money

Room to improve

  • 🎮 Unresponsive or buggy controls
  • 🔍 Overlapping buttons obscuring gameplay
  • 🔴 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Bugs and requests

Vector Classic

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

4 requests
  • 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

METAL SLUG 1

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Joystick getting stuck or unresponsive
  • Inability to continue after losing all lives
  • Audio issues like slow or missing sound effects

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable button layout and size
  • Support for external controllers
  • Grenade button mapping for controllers
  • Performance optimizations for newer devices

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Vector Classic

One-time10
  • 2.000 coins$0.99
  • 5,000 Coins$0.99
  • 10,000 Coins$1.99
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  • 6.000 coins$2.99
  • 15,000 Coins$2.99
  • 10.000 coins$4.99
  • 25,000 Coins$4.99
  • 22.000 coins$9.99
  • 55,000 Coins$9.99
  • 85,000 Coins$14.99
None

METAL SLUG 1

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vector Classic free?
Vector Classic costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is METAL SLUG 1 free?
METAL SLUG 1 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Vector Classic or METAL SLUG 1?
Vector Classic is rated higher. Vector Classic averages 4.9 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while METAL SLUG 1 averages 3.2 from 578 ratings.
Do Vector Classic or METAL SLUG 1 have ads?
Vector Classic shows ads; METAL SLUG 1 does not.
Which is updated more often, Vector Classic or METAL SLUG 1?
Vector Classic ships an update every 4 months, and METAL SLUG 1 every 32 months. Most recently, Vector Classic was updated on October 25, 2026 and METAL SLUG 1 on October 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Vector Classic or METAL SLUG 1?
Vector Classic currently peaks at #5 in the App Store charts, and METAL SLUG 1 at #77. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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