Games like Metal Slug on Mac

4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Metal Slug (1996) run on Mac. The cheapest is METAL SLUG (ACA NEOGEO) at € 7,99. 3 are made by independent developers.

Mac support for classics is patchier than PC, and Apple's move away from 32-bit software broke a lot of older re-releases. What works well: games sold through Steam or GOG with native Apple Silicon builds, cross-platform open-source engine ports, and browser-based versions. Many remaining gaps can be closed with an emulator or a compatibility layer.

Other devices: Linux 4 Xbox 4 Steam Deck 4

Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.

Blazing Chrome Indie

€ 16,99

A retro indie run-and-gun echoing Metal Slug and Contra.

Blazing Chrome is also an alternative to 2 other classics

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Verified

Blazing Chrome runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.

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Metal Slug Tactics Indie

€ 24,99

A modern tactical reimagining of the classic run-and-gun series.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Playable

Metal Slug Tactics runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.

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METAL SLUG (ACA NEOGEO)

€ 7,99

The official arcade re-release of the Neo Geo original.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Verified

METAL SLUG (ACA NEOGEO) runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.

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Broforce Indie

€ 14,79

A destructible-terrain run and gun of pure 80s action-movie excess, co-op throughout.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Playable

Broforce runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, Xbox. It is Steam Deck Playable.

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Not on Mac

These alternatives to Metal Slug are listed on the main page, but do not run on Mac:

All 5 games like Metal Slug