Rank 01Why this
Also Mechs and Turn-Based, like Metal Slug Tactics.
- $14.99 (Price checked Nov 3)
- Deck Verified
- 2018
Games like Metal Slug Tactics
- 37 games
- Updated May 4, 2026
Players who liked Metal Slug Tactics also play
The closest matches to Metal Slug Tactics: Into the Breach, Lost Eidolons, Gears Tactics, Rogue Waters, and Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
- Rank 01
Rank 02Why this
Also Turn-Based and Tactical RPG, like Metal Slug Tactics.
- $6.99 (Price checked Oct 31)
- Deck Verified
- 2022
Rank 03- $29.99 (Price checked Nov 3)
- Deck Playable
- 2020
The full ranked list: top 24 games like Metal Slug Tactics
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- Released: 2024
- Developer: Leikir Studio
- Price: $24.99checked Oct 31
- Steam Deck: Deck Playable
- 78% of 577 reviews
- Genres: Action, Strategy, Indie, RPG
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Deep character synergies and loadout variety
- Faithful adaptation of metal slugs weapons and enemies
- Pixel art and animations capture classic metal slug vibe
- Challenging
- Epic
- Intense
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METAL SLUG DEFENSE
Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Metal Slug Tactics.
METAL SLUG ATTACK RELOADED
Why this: Same intense mood as Metal Slug Tactics.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Metal Slug Tactics at current Steam store prices.
Wargroove
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Tactical RPG, like Metal Slug Tactics.
Bionic Dues
Why this: Also Mechs and Turn-Based, like Metal Slug Tactics.
SteamWorld Heist II
Why this: Shares loadout customization with Metal Slug Tactics.
Crown Trick
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Rogue-lite, like Metal Slug Tactics.
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Metal Slug Tactics, limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
Tactical Monsters Rumble Arena
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Tactical RPG, like Metal Slug Tactics.
PlanetSide 2
Why this: Also War and Tactical, like Metal Slug Tactics.
MechWarrior Online™ Legends
Why this: Also Mechs and Tactical, like Metal Slug Tactics.
Dota Underlords
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Tactical, like Metal Slug Tactics.
Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius
Why this: Also Mechs and Turn-Based, like Metal Slug Tactics.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Into the Breach
Why this: Also Mechs and Turn-Based, like Metal Slug Tactics.
Lost Eidolons
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Tactical RPG, like Metal Slug Tactics.
More from Leikir Studio
Other recommendable Steam games by Leikir Studio, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
Rogue Lords
Why this: Same challenging mood as Metal Slug Tactics.
Isbarah
Why this: Same intense mood as Metal Slug Tactics.
About Metal Slug Tactics
The closest matches to Metal Slug Tactics: Into the Breach, Lost Eidolons, Gears Tactics, Rogue Waters, and Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Metal Slug Tactics is your kind of game, the closest matches are Into the Breach, Lost Eidolons and Gears Tactics — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as challenging, epic and intense, and single out its adrenaline system and character synergy. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
About Metal Slug Tactics: METAL SLUG makes an explosive return! Dive into this dynamic tactical RPG with a roguelite thrill and experience the iconic run'n'gun action of the original series, redefined. Grab your weapons, assemble your squad and conquer the battlefield to defeat the infamous Rebel Army.
Is Metal Slug Tactics worth buying?
Mostly recommended
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 78% of 577 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- On sale: 50% off, now $12.49 (checked Nov 7).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 13 h when they wrote their review.
- Critics usually quit early: a median of 2.4 h played before their negative review.
- Steam Deck Playable: works, with some rough edges.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Deep character synergies and loadout variety
- Faithful adaptation of metal slugs weapons and enemies
- Pixel art and animations capture classic metal slug vibe
- Rewards meticulous positioning and planning
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“Creating a strategy over multiple turns is impossible in this "strategy game". Instead the way to win is to run as far as you can each turn to gain defense bonuses and just pray the game doesn't spawn new enemies next to you. It tries to…”
“As a tactics game, this one's weird. Units sit somewhere in between general purpose and specialists, meaning they're often efficient at only one very inflexible method of play. The missions themselves are kinda repetitive, and since you…”
People who play it also play: Into the Breach, Lost Eidolons, Gears Tactics
Frequently asked about Metal Slug Tactics
Can I run it?
Does Metal Slug Tactics run on Steam Deck?
Metal Slug Tactics is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Metal Slug Tactics cost?
Metal Slug Tactics is listed on Steam at 24.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Metal Slug Tactics?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Metal Slug Tactics are Into the Breach, Lost Eidolons, Gears Tactics.
Who developed Metal Slug Tactics?
Metal Slug Tactics was developed by Leikir Studio and published by Dotemu, Gamirror Games.