METAL SLUG DEFENSE
Released May 2015
“METAL SLUG”, the pinnacle of 2D action-shooting on NEOGEO returns in a brand new strategy game on Steam!
57% positive · 2,243 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Metal Slug Defense launched on Steam on May 1, 2015, accompanied by all 10 of its DLC packs — every single one carries the same May 1, 2015 release date. This means the entire content package was made available at launch rather than rolled out over time. There is no record of any post-launch updates, developer communications, or additional content announcements in the news feed. No unreleased DLC exists in the store listing. The game has never established a post-launch content cadence. It launched as a complete, self-contained package and there is no evidence that SNK has communicated any plans for further content updates.
Evidence
All 10 DLC packs were released simultaneously on the game's launch date of May 1, 2015 — none were held back for post-launch rollout.
Store description touts gameplay features and character roster but contains no mention of ongoing updates, future content, seasons, or live service elements.
Content
10 of 10 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
SNK CORPORATION
Achievements
64
Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer
About this game
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20 Million Download World Record!
The real action game the world is crazy about!
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Here are some of the reasons of METAL SLUG DEFENSE's success:
▼ Intuitive controls & intense action !
"METAL SLUG DEFENSE" has become a worldwide success thanks to its very simple controls and its addictive gameplay!
▼ 4 players can battle each other via the Multiplayer mode!
Up to 4 players can confront each other in 1-on-1 or 2-on2 epic battles in multiplayer!
▼ Intricate 2D dot pixels!
The characters of the "METAL SLUG" universe, who were created by the best dot-pixel artists, return to fight each other in "METAL SLUG DEFENSE"
▼ Epic battles between human beings, aliens and gigantic robots!
More than 200 different characters divided into 5 armies (Regular Army, Morden Army, Marians, etc.) join the battle in "METAL SLUG DEFENSE"!
▼ Characters from "KOF join the universe of "METAL SLUG"!
The most popular characters from the 2D VS Fighting game series "KOF" are ready to battle with their trademark moves in "METAL SLUG DEFENSE"!
Official Facebook fan page:
https://www.facebook.com/METALSLUGWORLD
20 Million Download World Record!
The real action game the world is crazy about!
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Here are some of the reasons of METAL SLUG DEFENSE's success:
▼ Intuitive controls & intense action !
"METAL SLUG DEFENSE" has become a worldwide success thanks to its very simple controls and its addictive gameplay!
▼ 4 players can battle each other via the Multiplayer mode!
Up to 4 players can confront each other in 1-on-1 or 2-on2 epic battles in multiplayer!
▼ Intricate 2D dot pixels!
The characters of the "METAL SLUG" universe, who were created by the best dot-pixel artists, return to fight each other in "METAL SLUG DEFENSE"
▼ Epic battles between human beings, aliens and gigantic robots!
More than 200 different characters divided into 5 armies (Regular Army, Morden Army, Marians, etc.) join the battle in "METAL SLUG DEFENSE"!
▼ Characters from "KOF join the universe of "METAL SLUG"!
The most popular characters from the 2D VS Fighting game series "KOF" are ready to battle with their trademark moves in "METAL SLUG DEFENSE"!
Official Facebook fan page:
https://www.facebook.com/METALSLUGWORLD
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Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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