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We filtered the 46 games similar to Metal Slug 6 down to the 14 that fit the “PC” category. Metal Slug 5, Sonic Forces and Gunstar Heroes top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Metal Slug 6.

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Year 2006Dev SNK Playmore

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Within the “PC” category, the closest game to Metal Slug 6 is Metal Slug 5 — scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. Sonic Forces and Gunstar Heroes follow close behind.

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The best games like Metal Slug 6 on PC

14 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Metal Slug 6. Each one has been evaluated across 7 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Metal Slug 5
Metal Slug 5
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-opTactical2DMelee
IGDB50· 1
Year 2003Dev Noise Factory · SNK PlaymoreOn PC

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, shooter and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: melee combat

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat83
Sonic Forces
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-opTactical2DMultiplayer
Steam👍 59%· 8.5KIGDB57· 11OC56· 95
Year 2017Dev Sonic Team · Sega GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings horror tension, strong narrative focus and melee combat, while skipping shooter

Released 11 years after Metal Slug 6.

Genre100Game mode79Visuals62Combat60
Gunstar Heroes
Platformer2D Platformer
Co-opSoloTactical2DMultiplayer
Steam👍 94%· 16IGDB60· 1
Year 1993Dev Treasure · Tec ToyOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, shooter and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings melee combat, setting scifi and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

It predates Metal Slug 6 by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode73Visuals73Combat65
Wannabe Galgame God!!!
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-op2DNarrativePixel Art
Steam👍 65%· 477RAWG👍 19%· 43MC59IGDB52· 7
Year 2015Dev Crescent Moon GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, strong narrative focus and visual pixel, while skipping shooter

The Deer God is a breathtaking 3D pixel art adventure that will challenge your religion and your platforming skills. It's a game about survival, reincarnation, and karma; all set in a breathtaking and unique 3D pixelized world. Feast your eyes on the beautiful lighting, day and night system, and vast landscapes. Become one of the most beautiful animals on planet earth. LIVE AS A DEER.

Released 9 years after Metal Slug 6.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals57
Jazz Jackrabbit 2
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-op2DMultiplayer
Year 1998Dev LogicwareOn PC · Mac

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, shooter and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

It predates Metal Slug 6 by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode79
Super Contra
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-op2DMultiplayerSci-Fi
IGDB58· 3
Year 1988Dev KonamiOn PC

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, shooter and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings setting scifi, multiplayer gameplay and visual isometric, while skipping adventure storytelling

It predates Metal Slug 6 by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode79Visuals64
Spiritfarer
Platformer2D Platformer
Co-opSolo2DMultiplayerOffline
Steam👍 95%· 52KIGDB88· 7OC87· 76
Year 2020Dev Thunder LotusOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and co op

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, strong narrative focus and vibe relaxing, while skipping shooter

Released 14 years after Metal Slug 6.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode61
Spelunky 2
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-op2DMultiplayerPvP
IGDB87· 10OC88· 69
Year 2020Dev BlitWorks · MossmouthOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, procedural generation and fantasy world, while skipping shooter

Released 14 years after Metal Slug 6.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode58
Sackboy: A Big Adventure
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-op2DMultiplayerOffline
Steam👍 84%· 4.3KIGDB85· 10OC80· 129
Year 2020Dev Sumo Digital · Sony Interactive EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · PS5

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, cozy, relaxing feel and sandbox world, while skipping shooter

Where it drifts furthest from Metal Slug 6: visuals.

Released 14 years after Metal Slug 6.

Genre100Game mode51Visuals39
Mega Man X5
Platformer2D Platformer
Solo2DSci-Fi
IGDB50· 1
Year 2000Dev Value Wave · Sony Computer EntertainmentOn PC

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, shooter and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings setting scifi, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Metal Slug 6: game mode.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode47
Mega Man X8
Platformer2D Platformer
Solo2DSci-FiCyberpunk
Year 2004Dev Capcom Production Studio 1 · CapcomOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, shooter and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings setting scifi and setting cyberpunk, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Metal Slug 6: game mode.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode47
King Arthur's Gold
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-opTactical2DMultiplayer
Steam👍 84%· 5.2KRAWG👍 39%· 78MC81
Year 2013Dev Transhuman DesignPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, combat tactical and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, competitive edge and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping shooter

If you like total freedom in the way you conquer the enemy this is the ultimate war game for you. Build freeform constructions as a medieval Builder, fight in sword duels as a Knight or snipe with your bow as an Archer.

Released 7 years after Metal Slug 6.

Genre100Combat83Game mode68Visuals68
Trials Rising
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-op2DMultiplayerPvP
Steam👍 62%· 3.1KIGDB77· 10OC80· 107
Year 2019Dev RedLynx · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, single-player focus and co op

≠ Where it differs: brings racing gameplay, sports simulation and competitive edge, while skipping shooter

Released 13 years after Metal Slug 6.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode67
Disney's Toy Story
Platformer2D Platformer
Solo2D
Year 1995Dev Traveller's Tales · NintendoOn PC

✓ Nearly identical: precision platforming, single-player focus and visual 2d.

≠ Missing: shooter.

Where it drifts furthest from Metal Slug 6: game mode.

It predates Metal Slug 6 by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode47

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