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SNK business and news from across the web.- Official Metal Slug 30th Anniversary Project RevealedSNK 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 ProjectSNK 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 TeasedSNK 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 AnniversarySNK 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 teaseSNK 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 ConsolidationSNK 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 seriesSNK 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 FutureSNK 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 HDMISNK 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 WeekFatal 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 23Titanium 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 TeasedSNK'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.
Neo Geo+ AES: $250 Hardware Replica Ditches Emulation for Pure GamingA new $250 console, the Neo Geo+ AES, aims to be a 1:1 hardware replica of SNK's classic Neo Geo AES system, promising authentic 1990s arcade gaming without emulation. This approach targets serious collectors and fighting game enthusiasts concerned with input lag and accuracy. The article discusses the technical challenges, cost implications, and the growing demand for authentic retro gaming hardware solutions.- Retro Survival Horror Title Ground Zero Now AvailableThe retro survival horror title Ground Zero, developed by Malformation Games and published by Kwalee, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features retro-inspired visuals and tasks players with fighting, solving puzzles, and upgrading gear in a post-apocalyptic South Korea. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Asterfel, Airborne Empire, Echoes of Aincrad, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2.
As fans revive Nier Reincarnation, game devs say giving live-service titles offline versions is trickier than you might expect – potentially more than "building something from scratch"A developer explained that creating offline versions of live-service games is more complex than it appears, often requiring development effort comparable to building a game from scratch. This discussion arises as fans attempt to revive Nier Reincarnation with an offline version, highlighting the challenges of game preservation for titles that cease online support.- Wolfgang Krauser Coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves April 24Wolfgang Krauser, voiced by Patrick Seitz, will be added to SNK's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on April 24 as part of Season Pass 2. The character will bring new content to Arcade and Episodes of South Town modes. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Adds Wolfgang Krauser as DLC on April 24SNK announced that Wolfgang Krauser will be added as DLC to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on April 24, 2026, voiced by Patrick Seitz. The game, available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, features a new REV System and multiple control schemes. A mystery character and Kenshiro from Fist of the North Star are also slated for later DLC releases.