November 30^th, 2004 (12:11pm) - SNK NeoGeo USA Consumer Corp. has announced that the company has shipped Metal Slug Advance to retailers nationwide.

Metal Slug Advance will feature five, all-new, action-packed missions plus diverse areas and rugged terrain including subterranean dungeons such as mysterious ruins, limestone caverns, and lava zones. As an added bonus, Metal Slug Advance will feature 100 different Metal Slug E-cards to enhance player’s abilities and assist them in the completion of their missions

"Metal Slug fans are going to be very happy with this all-new Game Boy Advance version," commented Ben Herman, SNK NeoGeo USA Consumer Corp. President. "Metal Slug Advance has all the frenetic action and intense strategy of its arcade big brother, with exciting innovations like the new E-card system."

Introducing Metal Slug E-Cards
Metal Slug Advance< features 100 types of "Metal Slug E-cards" that can be found on missions and in dungeons during the game. The E-cards change the status of your character and the game, increasing the strength of your weapons, or opening hidden doors. Some of the cards can be switched on or off, further adding to the game’s strategy. Collect 99 cards during the game and you’ll be awarded the "All Complete" card.

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