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SNK has partnered with Tencent subsidiary TiMi Studios to create a new entry in the legendaryMetal Slugseries. Currently running with the temporary title ofMetal Slug Code: J, this latest entry in the run ‘n’ gun franchise is now in development for iOS and Android devices.
A teaser trailer, which you can check out below, depicts recognisableMetal Sluggameplay, albeit with 3D-modelled characters, rather than the series’ traditional 2D sprites. The action itself seems snug though, with frantic eight-way gun-play, explosive vehicles, and swarms of enemy soldiers being disintegrated. We also seeMetal Slugroster regulars Marco, Fio, Tarma and Eri – although the latter appears to have gone through a bit of a Hollywood redesign.
“Metal Slughas such an amazing history of great action and gameplay so we’re proud to bring this to mobile gamers around the world,” said SNK’s Yasuyuki Oda in a press release. “We’re happy to work closely with such a strong developer as TiMi Studios on this latestMetal Slugtitle.”
TiMi Studios’ general manager Winco Qin returned the compliment, stating “Metal Slugis one of the great arcade franchises and a perfect fit for mobile play. Our team has been focused on a faithful recreation of the game’s classic shoot ’em up style, easily accessible for players that’s fun for new and existing fans of the genre.”
Metal Slug Code: Jis currently in development for iOS and Android devices.
