Metal Slug Tactics takes the legendary side-scrolling arcade shooter series to an entirely new dimension, with its isometric perspective demanding careful planning rather than twitchy reflexes. We got an extended look at its unique style of turn-based roguelike gameplay in a new trailer.
The trailer shows how a typical run will work. Deploy the cast of Metal Slug, the feared Peregrine Squad, to the battlefield, using the unique skills and equipment each operative brings. Players will use the HQ to purchase upgrades between fights and plan the most effective route to liberate a region, requisitioning supplies and gear from the foe as necessary. What really sets it apart from other tactics games is the inclusion of adrenaline, a gauge that builds while moving and shooting and, once full, can be used to call in off-map artillery or airstrikes.

What do you think of Metal Slug Tactics? Are you up for an arcade take on turn-based tactics? Carefully plan your next move in the comments section below.
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Revealed last week? Wasn't this revealed years ago in a Nintendo direct?
@Beetlebum91 Right you are, slip of the pen Updated
This right here, folks, is one of my most anticipated games coming out. It’s so nice to see it’s still “alive” and coming.
I have a humble little list full of what I think are going to be heavy hitter games.
Oh, what the heck, here’s my list:
-Silent Hill 2
-R-Type Tactics I & II Cosmos
-WOLFHOUND
-Old School Rally
-Over Jump Rally
-Small Saga
-Dragonyhm
-Dracula: Dark Reign
…and last but absolutely not least:
-EARTHION
@Khayl all good. I thought the game was cancelled having not heard about it for a long time.
The final fantasy tactics art style looks great.
I haven't read too much into it, but I'm not sure how the roguelike portion will work. I imagine there are upgrades and such that you will keep.
I'm not usually a roguelike fan, but this game does look quite good.
Love this! Tactics games are so freaking fun usually, will def be getting this.
The demo on Steam is out now and great fun. Love the art work and the gameplay has a satisfying loop to it.
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