Marco Rossi
A soldier associated with the Regular Army who serves as the playable hero in the Metal Slug setting and undertakes the mission campaign.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad LeftD-pad Right | Move left or right |
|---|---|
D-pad Up | Aim upward or interact where supported |
D-pad Down | Crouch or aim downward where supported |
A | Jump |
B | Fire the equipped weapon |
How it plays
How does Metal Slug: 1st Mission play?
The game uses a side-view perspective. The player advances through discrete missions, defeats infantry and machinery, avoids hazards, and reaches the end of each stage while managing health and ammunition-related pressure.
On-foot movement centers on running, jumping, firing, and using available weapons. Some sections place the player in Metal Slug vehicles, changing the rhythm and allowing heavier attacks. Progression comes from completing missions and learning the layouts, enemy placements, and timing of each stage.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Metal Slug: 1st Mission?
Keep moving, but avoid rushing into unfamiliar screens. Short jumps and controlled bursts are safer than firing while blindly advancing.
Study enemy placement and prioritize threats that can block movement or attack from above. In vehicle sections, use the vehicle's firepower aggressively while watching for hazards and incoming attacks.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Learn enemy patterns before attempting to move quickly through a mission.
- 2
Use jumps to control spacing and avoid predictable ground attacks.
- 3
Treat vehicle sections as different challenges: exploit their firepower, but do not ignore terrain hazards.
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