Games like METAL SLUG 2

This is a 2D run-and-gun arcade shooter. Players shoot enemies and advance through levels, featuring cooperative play and leaderboards.

89% positive from 1,384 · 2016 · 3% finish it · Steam Deck Unsupported · Lowest ever $1.18 (2026-04-23)

ActionArcade2DSide Scroller Retro Classic

Six games like METAL SLUG 2

METAL SLUG 3

90% positive from 9,047 reviews201435% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is a 2D run-and-gun action shooter with branching paths and intense boss battles. It offers arcade, mission select, and online co-op modes for classic shooting action.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a well-ported, fun, fast-paced, and challenging classic arcade experience with working online co-op.

The catchThe Steam port suffers heavy input lag and slowdown, and multiplayer often fails.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, Retro and Classic.

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ARCADE GAME SERIES: PAC-MAN

90% positive from 1,137 reviews2016Deck Playable

This is a classic arcade maze game where players eat dots while avoiding ghosts. The core loop involves strategic movement and power-up usage for high scores.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a charming, simple classic like Tetris, offering an engaging challenge and the best original Pac-Man experience.

The catchControls lag and drop inputs on both gamepad and keyboard, ruining precise movement.

Both are tagged Retro, Classic and Arcade.

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PACMAN Championship Edition DX

95% positive from 3,165 reviews2013Deck Verified

This is a fast-paced arcade maze game where players chomp dots and ghosts, chaining them for high scores. It offers intense, customizable gameplay with multiple modes and mazes.

What players likedPlayers praise this fast-paced, addictive Pac-Man evolution for its high-score focus, intense gameplay, and top-tier music.

The catchIt refuses to run without an internet connection, so offline play is impossible.

Both are tagged Retro, Classic and Arcade.

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Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle

88% positive from 1,447 reviews201812% finish itDeck Verified

This is a collection of seven classic arcade beat 'em up games featuring cooperative multiplayer and adjustable difficulty. Players punch and kick their way through waves of enemies in side-scrolling action.

What players likedPlayers praise this super solid collection of legendary games for being tons of fun with no busts.

The catchDRM was added after purchase without disclosure, which many buyers refuse to accept.

Both are tagged Retro, Classic and Arcade.

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Mega Man Legacy Collection 2

84% positive from 1,806 reviews201717% finish itDeck Verified

This is a retro platformer collection featuring classic Mega Man games. Players battle Robot Masters through challenging action and exploration.

What players likedPlayers say it's a challenging and enjoyable collection, especially praising the inclusion of DLC and exclusive content.

The catchThe rewind feature from the first collection is missing, making this a downgrade.

Both are tagged Retro, Classic and 2D.

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Commander Keen

93% positive from 1,561 reviews2007Deck Playable

Classic side-scrolling platformer. Jump and shoot through alien worlds as a child genius.

What players likedPlayers praise it as classic platforming history, a great way to play old DOS games with VGA graphics.

The catchThe pack sold as complete is missing two episodes of the series.

Both are tagged Retro, Classic and 2D.

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More about METAL SLUG 2

The catch

Constant frame rate drops, input lag and off-speed music plague this port.

Reviews: 89% positive from 1,384
Released: 2016
Finish it: 3% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: Lowest ever $1.18 (2026-04-23)
Play: Single-playerCo-opMulti-playerFull controller supportRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 89% positive, but with 1,384 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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