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Metal Slug: The Ultimate History is the first officially licensed book documenting the history of one of the most popular gaming series.

The original Metal Slug was an instant classic when it debuted in 1996, laying the foundation for an action-packed series that became known worldwide for its crisp gameplay, beautiful hand-drawn graphics and playful humor. This publication – the first officially licensed book of its Art – aims not only to illuminate the rich history of the series through hundreds of carefully curated screenshots and a comprehensive written account of its often mysterious history, but also to celebrate the iconic artwork that has drawn millions of players into the escapades of the brave Peregrine Falcon Squad.

To achieve this goal, SNK has granted unprecedented access to its vast archive of high-resolution concept art and illustrations, some of which are being made available to the public for the first time. The book also includes 11 exclusive and incredibly detailed interviews with key members of the development team, including Kazuma Kujo, Takushi Hiyamuta, Andoh Kenji, and Takeshi Okui, the latter two of whom have never spoken about the series before. These insightful conversations dispel myths and reveal the real truth behind the creation and development of this cherished franchise, covering in detail the beginnings in Nazca and the truth behind Metal Slug Zero - the version of Metal Slug that existed before Marco and Tarma, when you only piloted the SV-001 tank. The book also explores the roots of Metal Slug by looking at Irem titles In the Hunt and GunForce II , showing how these arcade cult classics influenced later events.

specifications of the book
English. 452 pages. 210 mm × 297 mm. High quality lithographic printing from edge to edge. Printed throughout with special Pantone ink. Hardback book. Sewn binding for lasting quality and the ability to lay flat for ideal viewing of the double-sided images. Cover and spine finished with black foil. Bookmark ribbon. Shrink wrapped.

Contains interviews with:
Shinichi Hamada, Takushi Hiyamuta, Andoh Kenji, Kazuma Kujo, Atsushi Kurooka, Hidenari Mamoto, Sadaki Matsumoto, Takeshi Okui, Kazuhiro Takeshita, TONKO and Toshikazu Tanaka.

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