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The Grand Final was a clash of ideologies. On one side, Korea’s , the reigning champion known for his aggressive, high-APM (Actions Per Minute) playstyle. On the other, Japan’s rising star "Tarma_Tactics," a player known for stalling games and maximizing vehicle durability.

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The "Extreme Championship" circuit saw its final 2025 qualifiers in December, with top-tier players competing for a spot in the 2026 World Finals. The Grand Final was a clash of ideologies

The pivot point of the tournament came in Game 4 of the Best-of-7 series. StormEagle, playing the "Rebel Army" faction, attempted a rush strategy utilizing the "Iron Nokana" tank. However, Tarma_Tactics executed what commentators are already calling "The Heavy Machine Gun Miracle." Using a specific map exploit on the "Streets of the City" stage, he kited the tank into a bottleneck, sacrificing his Slug Gunner mech to secure a critical objective point, flipping the economy in his favor. ✅ Follow and @MetalSlug_Aw on Twitter (X)

(typically held in early December). What to look for: If Metal Slug is included, it would be a speedrun bracket (most likely Metal Slug 3 or Metal Slug 7 ), not a PvP fighter. Check for “Exhibition Showdown” status.