Metal Slug 2

PlayStation · Action

Metal Slug 2

Co-op

SystemPlayStation
GenreAction
DeveloperSNK
PublisherD4 Enterprise
Players1–2 players (co-op)
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesMetal Slug
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

Developed by SNK and published by D4 Enterprise, Metal Slug 2 arrived on the PlayStation as an action game.

It is part of the Metal Slug series; on the PS1 you can also try Metal Slug and Metal Slug X. The series also appears on other systems with Metal Slug 7 (DS) and Metal Slug Advance (GBA). SNK also made The King of Fighters '99, The King of Fighters '94 and Fatal Fury: Wild Ambition for the PS1.

Metal Slug 2 supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you want a game to beat together with a friend

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Metal Slug 2 is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Metal Slug 2 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

Metal Slug 2 FAQ

Who made Metal Slug 2?

It was developed by SNK and published by D4 Enterprise.

Is Metal Slug 2 multiplayer?

Yes. Metal Slug 2 supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.

How long does Metal Slug 2 take to play?

As an action game, Metal Slug 2 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Metal Slug 2 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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