An upgraded version of Metal Slug 2 (Metal Slug 2: Super Vehicle-001/I), titled Metal Slug X, was released in March 1999 for the Neo Geo MVS. It fixed slowdown problems from the original game, and increased the difficulty. Metal Slug X also introduced some new elements to the game system.
Metal Slug X was ported to the Neo Geo AES in May 1999 and the PlayStation in January 2001.[10] The PlayStation version was released in North America and PAL regions by Agetec and features the same “Combat School” mode featured in the Neo Geo CD versions of the first two games.
The game solved 80% of all the bugs, glitches and slowdown that Metal Slug 2 had, and even changed the daytime of most of the levels. Bosses were also placed into more suitable positions and even more enemies were added to the final mission making it even more difficult than before
| Minimum System Requirements | Recommended System Requirements | |
| CPU | Pentium 4 2.4Ghz | 2 GHz Dual Core |
| RAM | 1 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| OS | Windows Vista, 7, 8 | Windows Vista, 7, 8 |
| Graphics Card | Intel HD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 |
| Direct X | Version 9.0c | Version 9.0c |
| HDD Space | 500 MB available space | 500 MB available space |
| Game Analysis | In terms of game file size, you will need at least 500 MB of free disk space available. To play METAL SLUG X you will need a minimum CPU equivalent to an Intel Pentium 4 2.40GHz. Whereas, an Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 is recommended in order to run it. Provided that you have at least an Intel 82945G Express graphics card you can play the game. Futhermore, an NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 is recommended in order to run METAL SLUG X with the highest settings. The minimum memory requirement for METAL SLUG X is 1 GB of RAM installed in your computer. If possible, make sure your have 2 GB of RAM in order to run METAL SLUG X to its full potential. METAL SLUG X will run on PC system with Windows Vista, 7, 8 and upwards. | |
Visuals- rarely will you find a more vibrant and pretty looking, hand drawn sprite based shoot em up.
Sound FX- super loud and fun, every explosion and scream makes the game more enthralling.
Linearity- very straightforward with little variation to break up the stage design and gameplay.
Ease of Use- can be frustratingly difficult at parts, very expensive game to play and finish in the arcade.
Like I thought, an even better version of Metal Slug 2- better graphics, improved flow, and yes a harder difficulty. Such a smooth looking and sounding game, very impressive and fun.
Score Breakdown
“The Tale”
Story- 7
Pacing- 9
Characters- 8
Originality- 9
Linearity- 6
Length- 9
Epicness- 9
“The Presentation”
Visuals- 10
Display- 8
Music- 9
Sound FX- 10
“The Mechanics”
Ease of Use- 6
Innovation- 7
Replayability- 8