Metal Slug 5 ACA NEOGEO is a premium action game that was developed by SNK Corporation. It's the official mobile port of the classic Metal Slug 5 2D side-scrolling shooter that came out back in 2003. It retains the same art style and gameplay as the original, only optimized for touch controls.

Joining Alpha Mission II, Metal Slug 5 ACA NEOGEO is part of the same collection of classic games that have received official ports for mobile devices. It also introduces various customization options that aim to improve the overall gameplay experience for players even further.

Heavy machine gun

Metal Slug is a 2D side-scrolling shooter game franchise that made a name for itself during the arcade era before making its way to game consoles and portable handhelds. Its gameplay is simple yet exciting, with a run-and-gun style approach. It has released various titles in the mobile space, as well, and Metal Slug 5 ACA NEOGEO is another effort in bringing a classic title to the modern age.

Metal Slug 5 ACA NEOGEO is part of the ACA NEOGEO game collection, and it aims to bring classic titles to the modern age and let players, new and old, experience them for themselves on their smartphones or tablets. They're essentially 1:1 replications of the originals, so you can play them as intended by their creators. Of course, they do come with some nice modern conveniences.

Some of the additional options include quick save/load functions for your game state, making the whole pick-up-and-play experience more seamless and flowing. You also get to configure the d-pad to suit your liking and play style. The game even retains the same 4:3 aspect ratio of the original for a more authentic look, but it can make the controls feel a bit cramped at times, though.

Run and gun it

If you've been a long-time fan of the Metal Slug series, you'll be glad to know that Metal Slug 5 ACA NEOGEO is yet another mobile port that you can enjoy playing and adding to your collection. It remains faithful to the original in terms of look and gameplay while adding some modern conveniences that are much appreciated. This is a no-brainer recommended.