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Closing Comments
When dealing with at game like Metal Slug Anthology, there’s no resounding answer you’re going to get as to whether or not this is a good purchase for you. It isn’t as simple as “good game/bad game,” as players will have different tastes, especially when dealing with the control issues in the game. What we can tell you is this: Metal Slug Anthology is a solid compilation of seven awesome arcade titles, though it’s wrapped in mediocre presentation, a weak list of extras, and some annoying control decisions. If you’re fine playing the game with Wii-mote control and motion flicking for grenade tossing, or if you still have a couple GameCube controllers around the house and you’re fine using the analog stick and button control, this one is most-likely worth it for you. The extra Wii control modes are basically trash in our opinion, as there’s no real way that classic gaming like this is actually made better by tilting a controller to make our character run. If you’re looking for a few more classic titles to add to your Wii roster the Metal Slug Anthology isn’t a bad move, as it’s essentially the same cost per game as the NES Virtual Console titles. As a total package though, Metal Slug Anthology is still a bit of a letdown, and doesn’t really live up to the “10th Year Anniversary” hype it’s marketed as. These are amazing games, and if you want to own them in any form, now’s a good chance to do that. Just don’t expect a grand fanfare when you boot the game up. It’s basically seven titles for $40 bucks. No more, no less.

5.0 Presentation
Clunky and basic. There’s no pointer control at all, the menus are thrown together, and the general presentation outside of the games themselves is absolutely cookie-cutter.
7.0 Graphics
The highlight of the Metal Slug Series, this compilation is no different, offering a solid style that spans seven great games. No 480p? Whups.
7.0 Sound
You’ll get a few snippets of quirky – but classic – VO, as well as a ton of bullet/death sounds. It’s classic, but it’s also pretty one-dimensional.
8.0 Gameplay
The core gameplay is great, but the control schemes are a total mess. GameCube support only with analog, no classic controller support, and motion-controlled grenades. At least the games still rock.
6.0 Lasting Appeal
This one is going to be decided on a player-by-player basis. If you want quarter-jerking madness, this is some of the best out there. As a package though, the extra content is a sorry attempt.
7.2
Decent




I wouldn't mind checking this one out. But I might wait until it's in the $20 bin.