Metal Slug 3, released in 2004 for the Microsoft Xbox, is a legendary run-and-gun arcade shooter developed by SNK, originally launched in 2000 for the Neo-Geo MVS. This Xbox port, published by SNK Playmore, brings the chaotic brilliance of Marco, Tarma, Eri, and Fio to console players, as they battle General Morden’s rebel forces and an alien alliance. Lauded for its intricate dot-pixel graphics and intense gameplay, Metal Slug 3 sold millions across platforms, earning a 75.71% GameRankings score for its Xbox version. Its branching path system, with forking routes in four missions, adds replayability, leading to epic boss battles like giant crabs and UFOs.