Xbox game 'Metal Slug 3' is a third-person action game developed by the Japanese video game company Bandai Namco and published by Microsoft Game Studios. It was released in Japan on December 5, 2005, and in the United States on January 25, 2006. It is the third installment in the 'Metal Slug' series, and the first game in the 'Metal Slug' series to be released on the Xbox platform. The game is a remake of the original 'Metal Slug' game, and introduces new gameplay mechanics. The player controls a character, named Slug, as he or she fights through waves of enemy troops, using various weapons and abilities. The player can also explore the world, and find items and powerups to help the character. The game received mixed reviews from critics. However, it was praised for its graphics and gameplay.