Metal Slug Returns on PSP

October 6th, 2009, 20:53 Posted By: Shrygue

via IGN


SNK Playmore is bringing Metal Slug back in a big way on the PSP. The publisher announced Metal Slug XX (Double X) today in Japan. This new entry in the classic side scrolling arcade action shooter series is set for Japanese release on December 23.

Series fans can look forward to more of the Metal Slug we all know and love. While SNK Playmore promises high quality sprite visuals that make the most of the PSP hardware, we're certain you'll recognize the game as Metal Slug when looking at the first screenshots we've posted.

On the content side of things, SNK Playmore is promising seven stages, some with branching paths. Two players can team up for the stages thanks to the included ad-hoc co-op mode (both players will need their own copy of the game, though). The Combat School mode from the original Metal Slug X is in here as well, featuring over 70 missions.

There's no word yet on a US release, but a new Metal Slug sounds like a perfect addition to the PSP library anywhere in the world! We'll let you know if we hear anything.

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