The biggest variable in the 2025 schedule is the release of .

For more specific regional schedules or to register for community cups, you can check the official Metal Slug: Awakening news page .

If you wish to compete in 2025, begin practicing One-Credit Clears (1CC) on the ACA Neogeo ports and monitor Speedrun.com for the announcement of "Races" at summer marathons.

A new hardware launch in late 2026 will feature a curated list of classic Metal Slug titles, likely reviving arcade-style high-score competitions. Summary of Key 2025 Windows Event/Update Jan 2025 Extreme Championship S2 Awakening Mar 2025 Extreme Championship S3 Awakening July 2025 Extreme Championship S4 Awakening Sept 2025 Mobile Launch Late 2025 30th Anniversary Teasers General Franchise

Following its release in late 2024, Metal Slug Tactics has a growing community-driven competitive scene: