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“Metal Slug: Awakening” Reignites The Love For The Classic Run & Gun Genre!

Distributed by VNGGames, Metal Slug: Awakening – the latest mobile version of the renowned IP – Metal Slug licensed by SNK, developed & launched by Tencent has been officially live since August 22! Crowned the most legendary IP for more than two decades, the game has certainly gained a special place in every gamer’s heart ever since the arcade generation. As the latest version of the classic IP series, Metal Slug: Awakening has instilled a comprehensive upgrade across all its iconic features, ranging from the characters to its gameplay – captivating all commanders to revisit the glorious yet exciting arcade gaming experience just like the good old time!

Diverse Gameplay Backed By Numerous Skills 

While replicating the IP’s signature World Adventure gameplay as well as replenishing most of the classic scenes with refined 3D visual upgrades, Metal Slug: Awakening also optimizes the mobile operating system, thus giving the commanders a brand new yet familiar visual and gaming experience.

Relive the classic Run and Gun with power-up weapons
Refined graphic updates of all iconic IP elements!

A wide Variety of Attacks Are Added While Retaining Most Of the Classic Easter Egg Surprises

On top of the comprehensive advancements of characters, missions, and adventures, Metal Slug: Awakening also brings its iconic and nostalgic Easter egg surprises to the mobile version! From the iconic fat Marco to the undecayed mummies, the game not only fully restored the signature elements of Metal Slug, but also diversified multiple features of the game – promising a casual yet thrilling gaming experience to the commanders.

The chubbier the Marco, the stronger the character is!

Experienced commanders who are no longer new to the game, will certainly be amused by the iconic elements and little surprises of the game, including the rewarding blue and white-striped shorts raised by the NPC – Hyakutaro as well as his signature salute gesture, and the coins-dropping Djinn… All these hidden Easter eggs-like gimmicks will certainly recall the good old times and memories of the commanders.

Multiple Easter Eggs await you to be discovered!

Brand New Vehicles That Give You A Flexile Battlefield

With the brand-new SV-001 tank, the vehicle has become much more mobile-friendly, not to mention it is now equipped with bullet-shooting systems that give remarkable fast-paced attacks and damage toward enemies! Other than that, the iconic camel installed with flaming modes is also made available, aside from the spring-legged drilling car and numerous unique vehicles that can further empower and support commanders for better attacks on every battlefield.

Brand new vehicles that ensure a flexible attack!

Numerous Weapons That Stimulates A Competitive Battlefield

Heavy Machine Gun is certainly an unforgettable trademark of the game that can easily resonate with gamers to Metal Slug! Besides replicating the old but gold weapons, Metal Slug: Awakening has also added numerous brand-new gun collections! Commanders can now retest the power of original weapons such as heavy machine guns and rocket Launcher; while at the same time checking out the latest collection, which includes Gattling, Boxing Guns, Saw Launcher, etc. – up for every commander to pick anytime and anywhere.

A wide variety of weapons is up to commanders to select!

7 Open Beta Exclusive Rewards That You Should Not Miss Out!

【REWARD 1】: Exclusive Open Beta Rewards With 130 FREE Draws!

In celebration of Metal Slug: Awakening’s launch, 130 draws will be given to every commander in the first month! Such 130 draws will enable commanders to dig and gain an advanced epic weapon, and 5 rare weapons. Not just powering up your battle experiences, but there is also a barrage of screen-blasting firepower waiting for you to grab!

But wait, there’s more – you may also unlock different characters and uncover world-class firepower heroes, including the revamped original IP characters that are bound to light up the battlefield.

  • How to participate? Head to the main city, locate the Events section and find the 130 Treasure Hunt event. Complete the guided tasks or gameplay to earn a generous bounty of rewards!

【REWARD 2】2-Star Orange-Graded Blazing Heavy Machine Gun for All!

Get the entire gun in 3 days and win 2 stars in just 5 days! Complete missions and claim the highly sought-after rare epic weapon – the “Blazing Heavy Machine Gun” for all your fiery needs. Star it up for even greater power! Other than that, there are also multiple Treasure Hunts, Coins, and Fragments awaiting you to claim.

  • How to Participate? In the main city, locate the Open Beta Celebration section, and look for the New Recruits Event. Complete the daily designated tasks to collect fragments and synthesize them to obtain and upgrade the blazing weapon.

【REWARD 3】7-Day Login Rewards – Redeem the Original IP Hero and the Legendary Super Vehicles!

Join the exclusive 7-day login event with limited rewards daily! Starting the first day strong with orange-graded weapon fragments followed by the iconic original IP hero – Nadia Casey on the second day! And by the seventh day, every commander will be rewarded with the legendary Metal Slug super vehicle! Not to mention other premium rewards such as Treasure Hunts, rare gears as well as other high-value rewards by just logging in 7 days consecutively.  

  • How to participate? In the main city, navigate to the Open Beta Celebration section and locate the 7-Day Login event. Check-in daily for 7 consecutive days to unlock exclusive rewards. Don’t forget to bump into our long-lost NPC friend – Hyakutaru for surprises!

【REWARD 4】Invite Your Friends & Win Orange and Gold Fragments

Invite your friends to register for the game and receive rare weapon fragments for the Gatling weapon and stand a chance to exchange the epic gold weapon – Saw Launcher! So long as you have collected enough items, you may assemble them to redeem a weapon easily! What’s more your friend also will be rewarded with tons of perks that’ll have them fighting by your side in no time!

  • ·How to Participate? In the main city, find the Open Beta Celebration section and look for the Points Redemption button.

【REWARD 5】Chubby is Mighty! Transform into Chubby Marco with Apples

Who says chubby is clumsy? Join the transformation craze and claim items to upgrade your appearance. Whether it’s gaining weight or becoming a mummy, the fun of transformations is endless! How? Simply transform your characters with apples and redeem the original IP advanced hero– Nadia Casey!

  • How to Participate? Look for the Open Beta Celebration section in the main city and locate the Chubby Marco event. Alternatively, use transformation items in Andrew’s Small Town to collect apples and exchange them for coins.

【REWARD 6】Open Beta Name Tag Giveaway

Listen up, commanders! Participate in the Open Beta Celebration now and get extra coins! By collecting these coins, you can exchange them for permanent thematic name tags. No one could resist such limited (and adorable) name tags! Other than that, you can also exchange fun and interactive items in the main city, ensuring you shine bright (like a diamond) as one of the top commanders in Andrew’s Town!

  • How to Participate? Enter the main city, locate the Open Beta event, and access the Redeem Store to win the rewards.

【REWARD 7】First Top-Up Benefits!

Top up any amount and receive a powerful hero – Eva Glen. She’s an AOE damage specialist with electrifying chain abilities, giving you an explosive firepower experience. And that’s not all – permanent-themed name tags, rare gears, and machine parts are all ready for grabs!

  • How to Participate? Enter Store, look for the Special Offers, and click the First Top-Up event.

For more information about Metal Slug: Awakening, stay tuned to the official fans page for first-hand information!

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