Blazing Chrome vs METAL SLUG X
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
METAL SLUG X wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. METAL SLUG X is $2.12 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Blazing Chrome | METAL SLUG X |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 65 | 63 |
| Quality | 84 | 71 |
| Value | 75 | 80 |
| Popularity | 25 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.15 | $1.03 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.8% positive | 88% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 11 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Blazing Chrome | METAL SLUG X |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 11, 2019 | October 2, 2014 |
| Developers | JoyMasher | SNK CORPORATION, Dotemu |
| Publishers | CE-Asia, The Arcade Crew | SNK CORPORATION |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 64-bit | Windows Vista, 7, 8 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 or AMD Phenom II X2 550 | 2 GHz Dual Core |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce 9600 GT or Radeon HD 3870 | NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 9.0c |
| Storage (minimum) | 200 MB available space | 500 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Blazing Chrome or METAL SLUG X?
METAL SLUG X won the comparison against Blazing Chrome based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Blazing Chrome worth buying over METAL SLUG X?
Based on the metrics, METAL SLUG X won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. METAL SLUG X currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:51 PM UTC