Final Edge

"The Final Edge...IS MINE!"

-(Vector during the intro of the game)

Final Edge (ファイナルエッジ) is a 2.5D cyberpunk run and gun arcade game developed by Gamesoft. It was released for the arcades in 2002, then ported to the Xbox and PlayStation 2 in that same year.

Gameplay
The gameplay mechanics are the same as in the Metal Slug games; the player must shoot constantly at a continual stream of enemies in order to reach the end of each level. There, they confront a boss, who is usually considerably larger and tougher than regular enemies. On the way through each level, the player can find numerous weapon upgrades and "Edges." Edges are upgrades to the player's "Neo-Armor," which not only increases their offense, but considerably adds to their defense.

In addition to shooting, the player can also perform melee attacks by using a sword and/or kicking. The player does not die simply by coming into contact with enemies, and correspondingly, many of the enemy troops also have melee attacks. Much of the game's scenery is also destructible, and occasionally, this reveals extra items or power-ups, although most of the time it simply results in collateral damage.

Synopsis
In the year 2XXX on the planet Neo-Storm, robotics known as "Edges" have been invented. The Final Edge, the most powerful edge, was hidden away in the center of a vacant island until a man named Vector Marlton discovered it and claimed it as his own. He used the Final Edge for his cybernetic soldiers so that he can conquer the world. Upon hearing this, the Neo World Army (NWA) was called to action. Using their Neo-Armors, the five soldiers of the NWA dedicate their lives to stop Vector and reclaim the Final Edge.

Characters

 * Jin Arson


 * Kelly Brace


 * Lina Martinez


 * Frederick Tuesday


 * Shack

Edges

 * Black Edge


 * Swarm Edge


 * Sonata Edge


 * Shark Edge


 * Drill Edge


 * Blue Edge


 * Rocket Edge


 * Final Edge