When comparing Metal Slug X vs Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet, the Slant community recommends Metal Slug X for most people. In the question“What are the best local co-op PC games?” Metal Slug X is ranked 51st while Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet is ranked 60th. The most important reason people chose Metal Slug X is:
Metal Slug X is not only a classic side-scroller, but also one of the best balanced and most fun. Many have tried to emulate the success of this title – and some may have come close – but there is nothing like the original.
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Pros
Pro Epitome of sidescrolling, run-and-gun action
Metal Slug X is not only a classic side-scroller, but also one of the best balanced and most fun. Many have tried to emulate the success of this title – and some may have come close – but there is nothing like the original.
Pro New features not present in Metal Slug 2
Metal Slug X is a remake of Metal Slug 2, but it does have some added features that include new animations, weapons, and enemies.
Pro 2 player local and online co-op
Metal Slug X has 2 player local and online co-op.
Pro Excellent sound design and aesthetic create an immersive, unique world
Normal play has eerie sound effects that make way for wonderful orchestral scores during cut scenes. The overall design of the sound for this game is well thought out.
Pro Minimal story that lets the player get to the meat of the game
There is an intro to the game that sets up the story and from there not much in the way of continuing this though cutscenes. It is up to the player to fill in the blanks with their imagination which lets one get to the gameplay with little interruptions.
Pro 4 player local and online co-op modes
Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet features a four player online and local co-op mode.
Cons
Con Game engine at 30 FPS
Although 60 frames are rendered per second, the game only updates 30 of them.
Con Poor performance
Metal Slug X suffers from poor performance and may freeze intermittently.
Con Boring and repetitive
Con Short
Only takes a 4 to 5 hours to finish the game.