Metal madness

Collection gives a new definition to the term "slugfest."Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Metal Slug by joining the Metal Slug team on 7 separate adventures that span across the life of the franchise in this definitive collection.Features* Seven incredible Metal Slug games: Metal Slug 1, Metal Slug 2, Metal Slug X, Metal Slug 3, Metal Slug 4, Metal Slug 5 and Metal Slug 6 * Arcade perfect port of each title * Pick-up-and-play, non-stop action

Wicked fun. It's hard to describe Metal Slug Anthology any other way. You don't have to be a tried-and-true fan of the Metal Slug series to go after this game, just a fan of fast-paced, challenging games.The Anthology comes loaded with seven arcade-perfect Metal Slug titles, and the only thing missing from the arcade experience, outside of a roll of quarters, is a joystick. However, SNK Playmore gave Metal Slug Anthology gamers a choice of six different control schemes to choose from.The most basic control scheme is handled through the classic NES configuration. You turn the Wii Remote controller on its side, move with the Control Pad, jump with the 1 Button and fire with the 2 Button. When you shake the controller, your character throws grenades. You might be surprised at how effective merely shaking the controller is as a button replacement. Not only do you feel the intensity of the game, but you can keep firing and moving without missing a beat.If you're into using a different control scheme, you can choose from five other options. Aside from just plugging in a Nintendo GameCube controller, Metal Slug Anthology's control options include Wii Remote Tilt, Arcade, Nunchuk Only and Nunchuk Control Stick.With Wii Remote Tilt, you hold the remote on its side and tilt it left or right, whichever direction you want to travel. The 1 and 2 Buttons are for bombs and the gun, and pushing Up on the Control Pad makes your soldier jump. If you select the Nunchuk Only configuration, you move your character with the Control Stick, shoot with the Z Button, jump with C and shake the Nunchuk to throw bombs.The Nunchuck Control Stick configuration lets you control movement through the Control Stick and firing, jumping and throwing bombs with the Remote. In this instance, the Wii Remote's B Button is used to fire, A is jump and shaking the Remote throws bombs. Finally, the Arcade controls calls for you to hold the Wii Remote vertically, as if it were a joystick. Whatever direction you move the Wii Remote translates into directional moving and aiming on-screen. You then use the Nunchuk for firing, jumping and throwing bombs.Just standing on cool arcade graphics and awesome gameplay alone would have made for a solid game, but the Metal Slug Anthology crew really went the extra mile to give gamers all sorts of unique, creative control options.Bottom LineIt's the ultimate collection for shooter/arcade fans. It's obvious that SNK Playmore went the extra mile to make this a special compilation.

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NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND...

The 7 best military action shooter games now on one disc!

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Metal Slug by joining the Metal Slug team on 7 separate adventures that span across the life of the franchise in this definitive collection. * Pick-up-and-play, non-stop action * Arcade perfect port of each title

"... a whole new way to experience one of the most intense series in arcade history." Nintendo Power * Metal Slug * Metal Slug 2 * Metal Slug X * Metal Slug 3 * Metal Slug 4 * Metal Slug 5 * Metal Slug 6 (Available for the first time!)

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Back of Case - Wii (US)

Since it's debut in the arcades in 1996, the Metal Slug series has gained a cult following. It stands proud as the benchmark of side-scrolling purity, one of the most important 2D platform-shooters on today's gaming platforms.

This anthology delivers ten years of frantic arcade action and stunning hand drawn and animated graphics.

• Arcade perfect conversions
• 2 Player co-op mode
• Unlockable items
• Bonus Galleries
• Exclusive all-new Metal Slug 6

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Back of Case - PlayStation 2 (UK)

NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND...

THE 7 BEST MILITARY ACTION SHOOTER GAMES NOW ON ONE DISC!

CELEBRATE THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF METAL SLUG BY JOINING THE METAL SLUG TEAM ON 7 SEPARATE ADVENTURES THAT SPAN ACROSS THE LIFE OF THE FRANCHISE IN THIS DEFINITIVE COLLECTION.

• PICK-UP-AND-PLAY, NON-STOP ACTION

• ARCADE PERFECT PORT OF EACH TITLE

Metal Slug™

Metal Slug 2™

Metal Slug X™

Metal Slug 3™

Metal Slug 4™

Metal Slug 5™

AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME! Metal Slug 6™

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Back of Case - Playstation 2 (U.S.)

METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY Ships for PSP® System Comprehensive Collection Includes Seven Titles

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY Ships for PSP® System Comprehensive Collection Includes Seven Titles from SNK PLAYMORE Hit Arcade Franchise

Wall, NJ – Feb. 20, 2007 – SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION, the U.S. publishing arm of the SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION, announced today that METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGYfor PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system is shipping to retailers across North America.

METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY celebrates the 10th anniversary of one of the greatest action arcade franchises of all time. Included in the complete collection are METAL SLUG, METAL SLUG 2, METAL SLUG X, METAL SLUG 3, METAL SLUG 4, METAL SLUG 5, and the latest entry in the series, METAL SLUG 6.

Steven Hopper of GameZone called METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY “A fun, albeit no-frills, collection of one of the most beloved franchises in arcade gaming and a great value for hardcore fans of the series.”

“METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY fans’ dreams are realized with this complete collection,” said Ben Herman, president of SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION. “With the PSP® system version now available and the PlayStation®2 system version coming soon, gamers will have two more ways to enjoy all the non-stop action they’ve come to expect from the METAL SLUG series.”

METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY is also available for Wii™, and the PlayStation 2 system will be available in April 2007.

About SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION

Headquartered in Osaka, Japan, SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION (SNK) develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software in Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1978, SNK is one of the largest privately held interactive entertainment content providers in the world. Known for such franchises as THE KING OF FIGHTERS, METAL SLUG, and SAMURAI SHODOWN SNK continues to be an industry leader by focusing on their rich arcade history. More information on SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION can be found at www.snkplaymore.co.jp SNK PLAYMORE USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION with offices in Wall, NJ. It handles operations in North America including publishing, marketing, development and localization. More information on SNK PLAYMORE USA can be found at www.snkplaymoreusa.com

© SNK PLAYMORE

METAL SLUG is a registered trademark of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION.

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Press Release (February 20, 2007)

METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY for the PlayStation®2 System Comprehensive Collection Includes Seven Title

Michael Meyers

Michael Meyers Public Relations

925-551-8080

[email protected]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY for the PlayStation®2 System

Comprehensive Collection Includes Seven Titles

from SNK PLAYMORE Hit Arcade Franchise

Wall, NJ – March 27, 2007 – SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION, the U.S. publishing arm of the SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION, announced today that METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY for PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system is shipping to retailers across North America.

METAL SLUG ANTHOLOGY celebrates the 10th anniversary of one of the greatest action arcade franchises of all time. Included in the collection are METAL SLUG, METAL SLUG 2, METAL SLUG X, METAL SLUG 3, METAL SLUG 4, METAL SLUG 5, and the latest entry in the series, METAL SLUG 6.

“Metal Slug Anthology is the ultimate arcade collection for SNK fans” said Ben Herman, president of SNK Playmore USA. “This collection has been a huge seller for the Wii™ and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, and now PlayStation 2 system owners will have their chance to add it to their game library.”

The Metal Slug Anthology has been receiving plenty of praise from the press. According to leading gaming website, GameSpot, “The Metal Slug series has been responsible for the best 2D shooter action anywhere in the past 10 years, and arguably ever…” GamesRadar comments that, “It’s some of the best 2D you’re ever likely to see…”

About SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION

Headquartered in Osaka, Japan, SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION (SNK) develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software in Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1978, SNK is one of the largest privately held interactive entertainment content providers in the world. Known for such franchises as THE KING OF FIGHTERS, METAL SLUG, and SAMURAI SHODOWN SNK continues to be an industry leader by focusing on their rich arcade history. More information on SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION can be found at www.snkplaymore.co.jp SNK PLAYMORE USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION with offices in Wall, NJ. It handles operations in North America including publishing, marketing, development and localization. More information on SNK PLAYMORE USA can be found at www.snkplaymoreusa.com

© SNK PLAYMORE, METAL SLUG is a registered trademark of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION.

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Press Release (March 27, 2007) - PlayStation 2 (US)