E3 2006: SNK's E3 Lineup @ Gaming Target

Written by John Scalzo on May 04, 2006

News: The king of King of Fighters reveals their lineup.

Another year, another smattering of King of Fighters and Metal Slug titles from SNK at E3.

Here's the full list:

The King of Fighters 2006 (PlayStation 2 - Fall 2006): The King of Fighters 2006 is an original 3D fighting game designed specifically for home consoles, and produced by noted artist and designer, Falcoon. Currently celebrating its twelfth year as one of the most popular fighting video game franchises in the history of gaming, The King of Fighters 2006 will continue to build on the series' rich history with several new characters, as well as many returning favorites. KOF 2006 will feature characters from The King of Fighters: Maximum Impact and a number of hidden characters. A special gift with purchase will be offered featuring the first Anime series for The King of Fighters.

Metal Slug Anthology (Wii, PSP System - Fall 2006): In celebration of the 10th anniversary of one of the greatest action arcade franchises of all time, SNK Playmore will release Metal Slug Anthology. Metal Slug Anthology will feature six great Metal Slug titles from the arcade. Included in the collection will be Metal Slug, Metal Slug 2, Metal Slug X, Metal Slug 3, Metal Slug 4, and Metal Slug 5. Bonus materials will be announced closer to launch.

SNK Vs Capcom Card Fighters DS (Nintendo DS - Fall 2006): SNK brings its card battling series to a new generation of gamers. SNK Vs Capcom Card Fighters DS is the first new game in the series since 2000. Players build decks of characters pulled from the annals of SNK and Capcom gaming history for the ultimate strategic battle.

Metal Slug (Game Boy Advance - Fall 2006): The original arcade classic that started the series comes to the Game Boy Advance. Metal Slug for the Game Boy Advance features non-stop action packed 2D missions and classic over-the-top boss characters to challenge gamers' skills. Battle General Morden and his evil forces with a huge array of weapons at your disposal.