If you want, I can:

Just before the monitor blew, a final line of text scrolled across the bottom of the screen, written in the same font as the "Mission Complete" banner: "WAR IS NEVER COLD. THANK YOU FOR PLAYING."

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In conclusion, while there's a rich history and current interest in Metal Slug and Neo Geo ROMs, it's essential to approach the topic with an awareness of the legal and ethical considerations involved.

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: Often cited as the series' peak, featuring branching paths, zombie transformations , and massive boss fights. Metal Slug 4 (2002) Metal Slug 5 (2003)

The search for usually focuses on the "Big Five"—the titles that represent the peak of the series: