The Thunder Shot appears as a heavy special weapon in SNK's run and gun series, carried into Metal Slug 6 in 2006 and Metal Slug 7 in 2008. Instead of bullets it fires chained lightning that arcs between enemies, and its distinctive crackle became a favourite pull for fans ripping game audio. Clips of the effect later circulated on soundboards and in fan edits, where its short electric blast now works as a recognisable cue for arcade firepower and over the top zaps.