JONES JR, ROBERT / SAM DYER (GRAPHIC ARTIST) / DAMIEN MCFERRAN / JAMES MIELKE
"Metal Slug: The Ultimate History is the first officially-licensed book to document the lineage of one of gaming's most beloved franchises. An instant classic on its debut in 1996, the original Metal Slug laid the foundations for an action-packed series that would become globally renowned for its tight gameplay, gorgeous hand-drawn visuals and playful sense of humour. The franchise has effortlessly retained these core attributes across multiple sequels and spin-offs in the years since, and this publication not only aims to illuminate the rich history of the franchise via hundreds of screenshots and a written account of its often mysterious history, but also seeks to celebrate the iconic artwork which has made millions of players fall in love with the antics of the plucky Peregrine Falcon Squad. To help achieve this goal, SNK has offered access to its archive of high-resolution concept artwork and illustrations, some of which is being made publicly available for the first time."--Publisher's website
