Metal Slug 3 (considered the hardest in the series) World Records Held: 5 (as of 2024)
| Team | Strength | Weakness | Primary Title | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Glitch execution, boss rush | Inconsistent in no-glitch categories | MS3 | | Peregrine Falcons | Route optimization, vehicle skip | Lower prisoner rescue rate | MSX | | Rebel Scum Elite | Resource preservation, perfect play | Slow clear times (due to no glitches) | MS6 | metal slug top esports teams
The most active competitive organizations are currently those based in Southeast Asia and East Asia, where the mobile esports scene is most robust. Metal Slug 3 (considered the hardest in the
Gold medal at the SNK 40th Anniversary Expo (2023), defeating the European champions in a live best-of-three finals. Major Tournaments & Competitive Modes
: A major European powerhouse that has successfully transitioned into the mobile-competitive Metal Slug arena. Major Tournaments & Competitive Modes