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Metal Slug Is Back! SNK Teases New PS5 Game for Series' 30th Anniversary
SNK is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its Metal Slug series with a "mission reboot" tease, strongly suggesting a new game is in development for modern consoles like the PlayStation 5. The company has launched a special website and new social media accounts for the franchise, hinting at a return to classic run-and-gun gameplay.
Kodansha House Coming to LA’s Little Tokyo Starting July 2
Kodansha is launching an immersive pop-up event called Kodansha House in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo from July 2-12, coinciding with Anime Expo. The event will feature guest appearances by creators of popular manga like Blue Lock and Witch Hat Atelier. Additionally, the article mentions several other gaming-related announcements including a Final Fantasy VII board game, a Rogue Trooper movie trailer, a Sonic the Hedgehog cafe, a Metal Slug anniversary project, and an Elden Ring film adaptation.
Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project announced
SNK has announced a 30th anniversary project for the Metal Slug franchise, celebrating 30 years since its arcade debut in 1996. The initiative aims to "reignite and reboot" the series with new games in development and has launched a retrospective video teasing a "new mission" for fans.
SNK teases a new Metal Slug game on its 30th anniversary
SNK has teased a new entry in the Metal Slug series during its 30th-anniversary celebration. The announcement suggests that a new mission is in development for the long-running franchise.
Rogue Trooper Movie Teaser Trailer Released
The first teaser trailer for the fully animated sci-fi film Rogue Trooper, directed by Duncan Jones and based on the 2000 AD comic, has been released. The film features a voice cast including Hayley Atwell, Jack Lowden, and Sean Bean. The article also briefly mentions other gaming-related news including a Sonic the Hedgehog pop-up cafe, Metal Slug's 30th anniversary, ARC Raiders winning a BAFTA award, and upcoming film adaptations of Elden Ring and Dragon Ball.
Official Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project Revealed
SNK has officially launched the Metal Slug 30th Anniversary project, featuring a special illustration by Eisuke Ogura and a retrospective video. The announcement coincides with a giveaway campaign for merchandise. The article also briefly mentions other gaming news, including BAFTA award winners, upcoming film and game releases for Elden Ring and Dragon Ball titles, and updates for ARC Raiders and White Knuckle.
SNK Launches Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project
SNK CORPORATION has launched a 30th anniversary project for its Metal Slug franchise, including a special website, social media accounts, and a retrospective video. The project aims to reignite the series with new game developments, celebrating its debut in 1996 on NEOGEO.
Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Celebrated as Mission Reboot Teased
SNK is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Metal Slug franchise with a special website and retrospective video. The company has also teased a new initiative called 'Mission Reboot,' hinting at upcoming projects and developments for the series.
SNK Teases New Metal Slug Game for Franchise’s 30th Anniversary
SNK is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its classic Metal Slug franchise by teasing a new game. The publisher, known for its arcade shooters and fighting games like The King of Fighters XV and the upcoming Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, has generated excitement and speculation among fans about the direction of the new title.
Metal Slug celebrates 30-year anniversary with reboot tease
SNK is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its iconic side-scrolling shooter series, Metal Slug, with a dedicated website and a tease for a reboot. The company announced plans for "new ventures in gaming" to reignite the franchise, which has seen limited mainline entries since Metal Slug 7 in 2028. While the announcement has generated excitement, concerns have been raised regarding the potential use of AI-generated promotional materials.
Sunday Consolidation
SNK has announced a remake of its Neo Geo console, which will be compatible with original Neo Geo cartridges and feature HDMI output. This new hardware aims to bring classic gaming experiences to modern setups.
30 years on, Metal Slug's arcade action and stylish visuals owe Studio Ghibli a debt: "We were very much inspired by Hayao Miyazaki's book, Daydream Note"
This article delves into the development and inspirations behind the classic arcade game Metal Slug, originally created by Nazca Corporation for SNK's Neo Geo. Kazuma Kujo, a key figure from Irem who helped form Nazca, reveals that the game's design was influenced by Hayao Miyazaki's book 'Daydream Note' and evolved from earlier Irem titles like 'In The Hunt'. Despite being developed during the rise of 3D gaming, Metal Slug's distinctive 2D visuals and gameplay mechanics were a result of the Neo Geo hardware and specific design choices, not necessarily an artistic preference for 2D.
Metal Slug turns 30 as SNK launches anniversary project for the iconic arcade series
SNK has launched the Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project to celebrate three decades of the iconic run-and-gun arcade series. The initiative includes the development of new games, a dedicated website, social media accounts, and a retrospective video, aiming to honor the franchise's legacy and push it into the future.
"A New Mission Awaits" - SNK Celebrates 30 Years Of Metal Slug, Teases Exciting Future
SNK is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its Metal Slug series by announcing a reboot and reignition of the franchise. The company released a retrospective video and launched an anniversary website, teasing new projects in gaming and other ventures. The series, known for its detailed pixel art and fast-paced gameplay, will see new developments on the horizon.
Metal Slug 30th anniversary website launched, teases ‘Mission Reboot’
SNK has launched a special website and released a retrospective video to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Metal Slug franchise. The website teases a 'Mission Reboot,' hinting at future developments for the series.
SNK's Neo Geo console remake works with original cartridges and HDMI
SNK and Plaion have announced a remake of the Neo Geo AES console, dubbed the Neo Geo AES+. This updated version features HDMI output for 1080p resolution, DIP switches for language and display settings, and a memory card for saving high scores. Preorders are open for a 35th anniversary edition bundle and a standard edition, with modernized game cartridges also being released.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Wolfgang Krauser Preview – The Emperor of Darkness Returns!
Wolfgang Krauser is returning to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as part of Season Pass 2, offering players a powerful character with both close-range and zoning capabilities. The preview highlights his new attacks, including Knee Halberd combos and Ignition Gear-enhanced fireballs. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is Adding Wolfgang Krauser to Its Roster Next Week
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is adding Wolfgang Krauser, the antagonist from Fatal Fury 2, to its playable roster next week. Krauser's moveset features a mix of attacks and grappling, though his animations may be slower. He will also receive his own chapter in Episodes of South Town and joins other Season Pass 2 additions like Nightmare Geese and Kenshiro. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
Titanium Court Launching April 23
Titanium Court, a surreal strategy game from AP Thomson and Fellow Traveller, is launching on PC via Steam on April 23. The game features physics-powered mayhem and has won IGF Excellence in Design and Seamus McNally Grand Prize awards. Several other game updates and releases are also mentioned, including Nippon Marathon 2, 007 First Light, Hela: Of Mice & Magic, Ground Zero, Wolfgang Krauser's arrival in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and the Asterfel playtest.
Krauser Joins Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Big Anniversary Update Teased
SNK's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves will receive a major update on April 24th to celebrate its first anniversary, with details to be revealed in a livestream on April 23rd. Season 2 DLC character Wolfgang Krauser will also release on April 24th, alongside his single-player storylines. Another mysterious character is also scheduled to be revealed before Kenshiro rounds out the season.
