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Metal Gear Solid IV:Guns Of The Patriots
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 11 / 33
Date: May 27, 2006
Author: Amazon User
I have been a fan of Metal Gear ever since i bought MGS2 last summer to see what was so great about it,and boy I loved it,I managed to complete it 100%,which means i complted the game on every difficulty(starting with Medium),i discovered every secret and easter eggs and overall finished the game 22 times.I bought MGS3:Snake Eater with some of my birthday money in November 2005 and i loved that game even more,so to complete my understanding of the story i bought The Twin Snakes for my GameCube,finshed that although it dissapointed me a little as teh cutscenes was overdone and the game was so short,but i manged to complete it 100% like the otehr two games.The conclusion was that MGS3 was teh best in the series yet,for me.
Now roll on Metal Gear Solid 4:Guns Of The Patriots(MGS4:GOTP) a PS3 game which is going to be the conclusion of teh series(or so they say).It is said that its release date is 7/7/07 seeing as thats Metal Gear`s 20th Annerversery.
MGS4 will be set 6 years after the events of MGS2 and Solid Snake is yet again finding himself in combat against terrorist teams and METAL GEAR robots or more primarily the Patriots have set up a plan.
Solid Snake will be old in this game,but the game only takes place 6 years after MGS2,it is because Snake is a clone made out of 1970`s technology and is also infected with the FOXDIE virus which will give him pains and increased fear rate.He only has 6 months to live as told by Naomi Hunter.
I am not buying a PS3 just for this game,i want plenty of others-But when i do get my PS3 this will be a game i will definately get.
I have seen all MGS4 screenshots,seen all trailers and teasers and also have seen the Famitsu poster which features Snake,big Boss,Meryl,Vamp and Naomi Hunter,not to mention have read all teh info about it off interviews and Kojima`s Blogs.So i`ll keep up to date about the game.
So anyone who is buying a PS3 and likes stealth combat,all i can say is buy MGS4 when it comes out! Surely it will get good reviews such as 8`s and 9`s seeing as the rest of the series did.
Not to mention MGS4 is one of PS3`s highly anticipated games,you can`t go wrong with a successful series unless you are not a fan of the genre.
MGS4 WILL ROCK!
Les Enfant Teribbles
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 5 / 24
Date: September 03, 2006
Author: Amazon User
This is it...This will finally tell us the secrets that we have been dying to know since we played Metal Gear for the NES.
What we soon know...
The secret behind Olga's child
The real fate of Snake, Otacon, Meryl, and Raiden
The truth behind Liquid's death
If there is a cure for FOXDIE
The secrets of the Patriots
and the real secret behind the Shadow Moses incident...
It will be worth buying the Playstation 3 to play this final chapter in what I call, the greatest video game series of all time...
LA CONCLUSION
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 5 / 22
Date: March 31, 2007
Author: Amazon User
Bonjour/Bonsoir,
Je me nomme Daniel Fortin.
Je joue à cette serie depuis 1987 avec ces début sur la console NINTENDO , et lorsque 10 ans plus tard j'ai vu cet article dans un magasine de jeux video avec le titre : METAL GEAR SOLID , je n'ai pu m'empêcher de revivre les émotions que le premier jeux m'avais donné 10 ans auparavant!!! Ainsi...je suis devenu ce que l'on nomme un ''fanboy'' et même le plus grand collectioneur en Amérique du nord!!!
je suis aussi la seule personne connu et reconnu ayant recu le fameux et désormais célebre ranking : ''BIG BOSS'' sur MGS 1 (version PSX)!!!
(Un exploit d'habileté manuelle et intellectuel atteint à la ''OLD SCHOOL''...pas de cheats , codes) Exploit qui restera à jamais gravé dans mon coeur!
Ceci étant dit,
METAL GEAR SOLID 4 : Guns of the Patriots sera l'apothéose de la serie en dévoilant enfin le secret derrière les ''PATRIOTS''!!!
LA PLUS GRANDE SERIE DE JEUX VIDEO DE TOUT LE TEMPS!!!
LONG VIE AU ROI !!! (hideo Kojima)
SOLID SNAKE
Game of the year! no doubt!!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 82 / 106
Date: June 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User
well picked this up earlier today, and have not being able to put it down!! i am a huge MGS fan so i know alot about these games and you can trust me when i say this one is by FAR! the best!!
everything from the game play, wicked baddies, the sound effects and graphics (amazing at 720p - not 1080p)! breath taking, heart pumping cut scenes that REALLY make you think that you are inside a movie! MGS has always been very theatrical , but with how advanced this game is visually you almost can believe you are directing your own action movie! Hideo and his bois at Konami have out done themselves again!
Same voice cast holds up fantastic again, MGS has always had a great english voice cast (i dont care what anyone says)! David Hayter adds a few years to his voice which suits Old Snake very well!! Didnt have to wait very long for Snake to say my fav MGS line thats in all games, "Metal Gear..?"
All the new gadets in this game are fantastic, Drebin's shop is a handy welcome to the series, taking a leaf outta Resi4 with collecting weapons and other pieces of gear to buy new imp weapons and ammo!! Great touch!
will not spoil plot details or anything coz if your like me and you play this for the story side too you will no doubt be on the edge of your seat with a great story! action packed cut scenes to get the blood pumpin as you get thrust into the heat of some very big Skirmishes!
i dont see or can beilieve this game can have any haters!! it is a must for both old time fans to one of the greatest games ever made! and for new fans lookin to get into the series!!
No doubt, 'Metal Gear Solid: Guns of the Patriots' is, the Game of the Year!!! so do yourself a favour and buy MGS4 NOW!!! ( back to the game for me XD )
A must buy if you own a PS3!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 25 / 31
Date: June 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User
This game made me cry. No I didn't finish it yet, and there are no spoilers in this small review.It made me cry because of the fantastic visuals, gameplay, story (atleast the 7 hours I've been playing it since I got it on midnight release). This game is just too epic. I am not even a true Metal Gear fan, and this game blows me away.
A definite must buy if you own a PS3, regardless of the fact that you are a Metal Gear fan or not. Even if you haven't played any of the previous Metal Gear games, you will still end up loving it, and you will truly enjoy this game.
If you don't own a PS3, I would definitely recommend picking one up just for this game, if you have the money, or at least wait until future price drop.
Final words:
Stunning! Epic! Legendary! Majestic!
The most egocentric game of all time?
2
Rating: 2,
Useful: 23 / 264
Date: June 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User
Wow. No I am speechless. How did Sony take one the most promising consoles and franchises and both in turn into the most reveiled piece of entertainment products in gaming history? The answer is not a simple one but the over-arching theme seems to be a common one these days. No Fun.
It is a tell tale sign that most ps 3 owners are spending time playing gta 4 as opposed to this nonsense. Visually it is a masterpiece. Gameplay-wise it is without parallel. Only problem is you end up paying to watch a movie as opposed to playing a game.
Again, I feel the inclined to exlaim silently. Only a tech groups could squeeze all the fun out of a potentially good idea. Takes some talent for that and Sonyy/Konami succeed in flying colors.
Do yourself a favor and pick up gta 4 instead of wasting your time on this overhyped merchandise. Don't mean to sound harsh but movies are for theaters. See Kojima? Buttons. Buttons. For continous interaction genius. Not for watching ednless hours of ego-masturbation.
A surpisingly boring game. Not really recommended for those new to the series
Worth 300$
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 11 / 23
Date: June 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User
This game worth spending 300$ or more .. If you dont have a PS3 then get your self one right now ... This is the Highest rated Exclusive video game ever made ..and for me this is The best game in my entire life .. actually I got the limited edition from gamestop .... Stop reading and get your self a copy befor befor it is too late
Metal Gear Solid 4 - A game/video perfection
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 10 / 12
Date: June 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User
Metal Gear Solid 4 is the first game i've bought as a pre-order, and i admit, i fell into buyers remorse as soon as i got it. Bare in mind though that this is before i placed the game into my ps3. Having opened the box and actually placing the game into the system you are welcomed by a installation screen, it was a bit of a wait (suggest you snack as the messages in this part tend to just repeat themselves, so you wont miss much) I was unhappy for the wait at first, but as soon as the game started, all was forgiven.
The visuals in this game are the best I've seen to date. Konami really brings out the power of the ps3 here. There's intricate detail, from facial features like Snakes chapped and old lips, to his old wrinkly skin. Besides Snake the enviroments are done exceptionally well too. Decaying residential areas scarred from battle, you can see walls cracking, falling, etc. Bottles on the floor. Even the enemies and other characters get the ps3 visual treatment. You wont be disappointed at all.
Plus it runs at 1080i/p for those of you who have old school hdtvs like i do which is just awesome, and completely appreciated these days due to the lack of 720p compatibility, we're usaully stuck at 480p. Thanks Konami!
The Sound is just as every bit of amazing as the visuals, you get immense detail here too. From the cicada sounds of a nearby Gekko. To the communicating enemies near the hall you're at. To the chicken, birds and other animals that are going about life near you. The music is killer too, but it's just as expected from the Metal Gear Solid series.
The gameplay controls are great, you've got fps aiming L1 and Triangle (the game control screen says just hold Circle for FPS, but it's not working for me) and auto aiming just holding L1. The trigger is R1 and underneath those two are L2 and R2 which are there for your equipment and gun setup. You've got your movement/aiming and camera control on the two analog sticks, simple right? Triangle to stand or lean at an object and x to crotch (light button push) or lay on the floor (hard button push). The Start button brings up you're equipment menus, codec, and save options. Everything flows in terms of controls.
Now for the plot, well that I won't ruin, but it won't fail you in that department. Many people complain about the too many cutscenes in this game, this is a clear sign it's their first experience with the Metal Gear Series, it's always been like this since day 1. I've always digged them, granted though some are a little too long to watch, but people have their own opinion, regardless if you just want a game to play, use the online option instead, it's pretty good in it's own right. (just don't expect to go in running and gunning or you'll be on the floor dead like i was the first one hundred times :) ) The beta had a few lag issues, but I'm pretty sure they've probably ironed most of the bugs out.
If you have a ps3 Metal Gear Solid 4 is a must own !....or atleast a rent (if you're that cheap...) you shouldnt skip it out even if you're one of those people who avoid games due to hype, you will only be missing out on what will be the game of the year for sure and probably hurting yourself from a masterfully done experience.
**A funny tidbit: This is probably the first Metal Gear to utilize skin pores lol, don't believe me? Just check it out play Metal Gear Solid 3,2,1 and compare it to 4.
So Far So Good
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 9 / 12
Date: June 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User
Came home with the game hours ago and I'm currently in the second Act. I know it's considered early to post a review this early into the game, but wow is it great. The camo integration is so seamless, and it adds a new gameplay mechanic into the strategy.
I've been a big MGS fan since MGS2: Sons of Liberty, so I may be biased in favor of it, but I can certainly say I love this game.
MGS4 GAME OF THE YEAR!!! BUY A PS3 NOW!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 8 / 11
Date: June 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User
The story, graphics, weapons, online, customization, controls, and gameplay are aces. The cutscenes are HD and its like a movie. The graphics are better than Uncharted! It took me over 25 hours to finish the game, but that was including hours (yes many hours) of cutscenes.) But they're so breathtaking that you won't want to skip them from telling the great story.
SPOILER WARNING!!!
The storyline in this game was awesome including locations in South America, Middle East of course, Europe, and Alaska at Shadow Moses. The only thing I didn't like about this game is Otacon (he is really annoying when he falls in love with Naomi) and the MGS1 part didn't seem like it fit in for me (maybe for the previous fans). Graphics are the BEST on any console game thus far this generation until Killzone 2 releases, and the framerate is always stable except for the part when you're in Rex and you're escaping from the underground part of Shadow Moses. I have to say that the boss battles were not legendary like some other games make them to be, but I actually enjoyed them more because they seemed more realistic. Gameplay is solid, sound is incredibly well done. Buy this game now!
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