Metal Slug: Awakening

Metal Slug: Awakening

Tencent · July 19, 2024 · Shoot 'Em Up, 2D Platformer, Arcade, Twin Stick Shooter, Beat 'em up

Metal Slug: Awakening is free to play — no purchase needed. We track it so you know if that ever changes.

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Metal Slug: Awakening price

Metal Slug: Awakening is free to play — there is no purchase price, on Steam or anywhere else we track. We keep watching it, so if it ever stops being free the price history on this page will show when that happened and what it changed to.

About Metal Slug: Awakening

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Metal Slug: Awakening is a tactical action game where you command elite soldiers through cursed enemy bases, underwater rifts, and intense cooperative battles while unlocking devastating weapons and recruiting legendary fighters. New seasonal content adds fresh gameplay modes, catch-up mechanics for newer players, and crossover characters like legendary fighter Kyo Kusanagi to keep the action constantly evolving.

\- New Gameplay - Treasure Cave: In this season's Abyssal Rift, commanders will venture into a new rift zone where the ocean and land coexist. In this dangerous yet treasure-filled area, embark on a new journey alongside your clubmates!- Gameplay Upgrade - Joint Operation Abyss Mode: In the new season of Joint Operation - Abyss Mode, commanders will head to the newly introduced Morden Army Base. The Curse Demon has taken control of Morden Army's soldiers and armor, and the curse is spreading rapidly. Unlock new mysterious powers to help break the curse and defeat your enemies.- New System - Growth Boosting: Growth Boosting allows commanders who are falling behind to earn more development resources by participating in daily gameplays. Additionally, level boosts are available to help those lagging behind catch up to the average level of the main group.- New Weapon - Laser Gun: Combining stable firepower with the potential for an energy explosion, the Laser Gun is the epitome of destructive force. High-pressure pulses surge within the energy core, the gun is always ready to wreak havoc!- New Character - Eiserner: Although Eiserner was just an ordinary girl with no military training not long ago, her remarkable strategic abilities quickly elevated her to become Blackfire's youngest senior commander. Striving for victory with "minimal cost," Eiserner gives the command: Attack!- Collaborative Character - Kyo Kusanagi: The P.F. Squad accidentally enters the World of Fighters, where Kusanagi teams up with Marco to KO the evil villains! Kyo Kusanagi possesses extensive fighting experience and exceptional combat skills.Join our official communities for more information.Discord: https://discord.gg/metalslugawakeningX: @MetalSlugAwakenYouTube: @MetalSlug_Awakening©SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Metal Slug: Awakening — game info

Platforms
Windows
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Player modes
Online PvP, Online co-op, Cross-platform multiplayer
Controller
Partial controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included
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What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Not recommended Sep 6, 2026
horrible F2P game heavily packed with microtransactions. Doesn't work properly with gamepad, requires keyboard and your details for a separate launcher. Don't waste your time on this game.
3 found this helpful
Not recommended Aug 31, 2026
boo
1 found this helpful
Not recommended Sep 15, 2026
Slop with microtransactions.
Recommended Sep 13, 2026
nice
Recommended Sep 11, 2026
Fun game
Recommended Aug 30, 2026
Metal Slug: Awakening — Nostalgic Arcade Action Redefined Rating: 9/10 Recommended: YES 👍 (927+ Hours Played) Putting over **920+ hours** into **Metal Slug: Awakening** speaks for itself—it’s an absolute blast that perfectly captures classic arcade nostalgia while modernizing the experience for current platforms. --- 👍 **The Good:** -Classic Nostalgia, Modern Graphics: Faithfully brings back iconic side-scrolling run-and-gun gameplay with vibrant 3D visuals and detailed animations. -Fast-Paced Combat: Explosive weapons, vehicles, and boss fights keep every stage intense and deeply satisfying. -Rich Progression & Modes:** Plenty of characters, weapon upgrades, and varied game modes to keep the grind engaging over long-term play. --- 👎The Bad: * **Gacha & Energy Mechanics:** Mobile-style stamina limits and gacha mechanics can occasionally slow down progression if you play for hours non-stop. --- 💬 Verdict: A fantastic revival of an arcade legendary series. Whether you're a long-time Metal Slug fan or new to side-scrolling shooters, it's insanely addictive and worth every hour! 💥🔫

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