# Vector Classic vs METAL SLUG 1

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 chart position (#5 vs #44). 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.

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.

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.

Vector Classic ships an update every 4 months, METAL SLUG 1 every 32 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vector Classic | METAL SLUG 1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-classic/id562989701/reviews)** | [3.2 (578 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-1/id574641836/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3K** | 578 |
| Positive reviews | — | 28.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 32 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#5** | #44 |
| Size | 237 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Nekki Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1101320102) | [SNK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874) |

## What reviewers say

### Vector Classic

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

**Currently charting:** #5 Top Paid · Casual, #30 Top Paid · Action, #82 Top Paid · Games, #120 Top Paid (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


### METAL SLUG 1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-1/id574641836)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Paid · Casual, #89 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Customizable button layout and size
- Support for external controllers
- Grenade button mapping for controllers
- Performance optimizations for newer devices


## Frequently asked 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 25, 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 #44. 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.*