Really bummed out about this one because it looked good and the gameplay itself was fun as a usual metal slug game. In many ways this game is impressive for a handheld title during its time but there is so much annoyance behind it all.

The level layouts are extremely annoying with some levels making me question if they tested certain segments as sometimes it would feel like you had zero choice but to just take a hit. The bosses were very barebones and damn near bullet sponges until you figure out you can equip grenades which helped. By the end I saw myself just waiting to get to the final mission so I could just wrap up this game because I simply wasn't having much fun due to the level layouts and bosses.

Hopefully the second game is better!