Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Nov 12, 2001
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1893 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 140 out of 1893
  3. Negative: 100 out of 1893
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  1. Chaos_Theory
    Aug 25, 2013
    10
    Metal Gear Solid is an absolutely remarkable series. The first MGS game is the first title in a very long time that I remember wanting to play again immediately after finishing it, and I did the same with this one. The soundtrack is fantastic, from the actual music, to the way the guns sound to the sound of footsteps; all amazing. The graphics were stellar for the time period. The gameplayMetal Gear Solid is an absolutely remarkable series. The first MGS game is the first title in a very long time that I remember wanting to play again immediately after finishing it, and I did the same with this one. The soundtrack is fantastic, from the actual music, to the way the guns sound to the sound of footsteps; all amazing. The graphics were stellar for the time period. The gameplay is some of the best I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. There are however, a few minor detractors for me:

    1: Raiden. The popular complaint. I just didn't like his character. Over the top annoying and emotional.
    2: (Spoilers): The Metal Gear Ray boss fight. Not difficult once you know what to do, but so horribly repetitive.
    3: The dialogue between Raiden and Rose is just...so unnecessary and cheesy.
    4: The story at times feels convoluted, but it's actually really great in my opinion.

    That's really all I can say that is negative about this game. It is one of the greatest games I have ever played. With that said, I know these games are not for everyone. I, however, absolutely love them and that's why this game, as well as the first MGS, both get 10's from me.    … Expand
  2. iddqd4
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Перепрошел игру 2023, в первый раз играл в ПК версию на английском, очень давно. Читая перевод сюжета и диалогов, из текстового файла, уже после просмотра роликов и кодека. Опыт ну такой себе, но все равно понравилось, хотя уже и не помню что там было, за исключением некоторых моментов.

    В этот раз играл в фанатский перевод на PS2, сюжетно круто и по сей день, постановка музыка как в    Перепрошел игру 2023, в первый раз играл в ПК версию на английском, очень давно. Читая перевод сюжета и диалогов, из текстового файла, уже после просмотра роликов и кодека. Опыт ну такой себе, но все равно понравилось, хотя уже и не помню что там было, за исключением некоторых моментов.

    В этот раз играл в фанатский перевод на PS2, сюжетно круто и по сей день, постановка музыка как в дорогом авторском кино, идеи и смыслы тоже классные. Но геймплей, если его так можно назвать, его нет почти совсем. За исключением битвы с Вампом, и пожалуй все. Плюс ощущение что игра короткая. Да в 2001, для игр это прорыв по части смыслов и киношности, но геймплей при этом пострадал. Но в целом все равно круто. 9 из 10.

    2018.Новая веха в индустрии на момент выхода, сюжет и режиссура от Кодзимы, снова на недосягаемой высоте.    … Expand
  3. Surlybeard
    Aug 11, 2013
    9
    This game is a real trip. Strange and cheesy, it still manages to be really cool in its execution. The spltting of the story is a powerful choice, but hasn't been seen by many fans as a good one. I tend to disagree. Raiden, who at first seems like an excuse to create a more anime-centric character, comes into his own rather quickly. He has a personality and style all his own, but stillThis game is a real trip. Strange and cheesy, it still manages to be really cool in its execution. The spltting of the story is a powerful choice, but hasn't been seen by many fans as a good one. I tend to disagree. Raiden, who at first seems like an excuse to create a more anime-centric character, comes into his own rather quickly. He has a personality and style all his own, but still controls like Snake in the long run. It might as well be a skin swap.
    Having played this directly after the first Metal Gear Solid, a few aspects of this game stood out as improvements, and others detracted. A great improvement was made to gunplay, which was clunky on the directional pad, but shines a little brighter on a stick. The character movement is better as well, allowing for various speeds of stealth. One thing that caught me a bit off guard was the enemy ai, that at times seems very sensitive, and at other times they are dull as rocks. It's a frustrating thing to often trudge through the trial and error, but I feel like this was done on purpose to create a greater sense of urgency. Like most of Kojima's games, it is pretty genuine in its design. It allows itself to be more than what you see, and this installment adds more depth and sophistication to an already established system. There is an "epic" atmosphere, even in confined halls or battling ridiculous bosses.
    The conspiracies run deep in this one, and at first glance the plot is a bit of a cluster but a person willing to pay attention will find a detailed tale full of political intrigue and mystery. Even the inclusion of the oddly named "Solidus" wasn't so bad. The controls are a bit dated now and some practice is needed, but it shouldn't be a problem for someone committing to a good time. This is the real dividing point in the series, you can take it or leave it. It doesn't capture the same charm as the first, but its attention to detail is so strong it outplays many games even now.    … Expand
  4. MatthewBTVS
    Sep 1, 2013
    10
    One of my personal favorite games, and one of the best to grace itself on the PS2. Having not played Guns or the Patriots yet, this is by far the best in the series. The storyline, while outlandish and silly, is still engaging, shocking and damn right one of the best in a video game. The graphics were stunning, the gameplay updated loveably from the first, and the characters feel likeOne of my personal favorite games, and one of the best to grace itself on the PS2. Having not played Guns or the Patriots yet, this is by far the best in the series. The storyline, while outlandish and silly, is still engaging, shocking and damn right one of the best in a video game. The graphics were stunning, the gameplay updated loveably from the first, and the characters feel like people rather than goals to be reached.
    I see people saying don't fall for the hype, don't waste your money. Rubbish. We, the people make hype for games, and this game deserves it, and your money. Stealth action at its best, its still one of the most decent games money can buy.    … Expand
  5. kyriores
    Aug 30, 2013
    10
    While not as great as the original it did improve the gameplay of the series by a lot. First person mode aiming for every weapon, and all the cool melee moves, interrogating the guards, shooting them in the leg were all fun stuff to do... The storyline is its only lackluster field in my opinion but I guess this can be understood, since it was one of the very first games for the ps2, so theWhile not as great as the original it did improve the gameplay of the series by a lot. First person mode aiming for every weapon, and all the cool melee moves, interrogating the guards, shooting them in the leg were all fun stuff to do... The storyline is its only lackluster field in my opinion but I guess this can be understood, since it was one of the very first games for the ps2, so the technical part might have been more important to the devs.… Expand
  6. fmcs74
    Jan 2, 2021
    10
    Thematically speaking, the most important game ever released.
    Plus unique gameplay for its time.
    ***** (5.00)
  7. SIPPIO
    Jun 17, 2019
    10
    BOUGHT THIS TODAY FOR $3 (& BUY1GET1 FREE)
    *Ever since I bought the 'Monster Component Cables' for PS2
    my gaming has made me soo happy compaired to the boring current games.. ~~I'm not saying my PS4 & Xbox1 & Steam suck,,im saying that I was bored.. So I went back to what I knew was awesome.. **I saw 1st hand @ a friends house what a HUUUGE screen 4k TV looks like with a PS2 with    BOUGHT THIS TODAY FOR $3 (& BUY1GET1 FREE)
    *Ever since I bought the 'Monster Component Cables' for PS2
    my gaming has made me soo happy compaired to the boring current games..
    ~~I'm not saying my PS4 & Xbox1 & Steam suck,,im saying that I was bored..
    So I went back to what I knew was awesome..
    **I saw 1st hand @ a friends house what a HUUUGE screen 4k TV looks like with a PS2 with super component cables & was so blown away buy it that I bought a PS2 that very ride home for $60.
    **And dude also had a PS2 Game library over over 200 deep all on his super shelving system in his man-cave AKA den ;)
    ~The games are all uber cheap & most are $.95 and buy 1 get 1 free..
    so the more expensive ones are "$7.95 and that'w where the BOGO comes in handy..
    Dark Cloud 1+2,,TwistedMetal Black,,TonyHawk PS3, Pirates Legend Black Cat,,Silent Hill,,
    NFL2K5.
    **I bought NHL 2001-2008 + same years w/ Madden.
    *I want the NHL 2K series because elike NFL2K5= I never played em & im a franchise nut
    & this era of sports is my my all time favs. obviously caus ei was 19-20 and all hyped...

    ~~So I got my ps2 & it looked pretty bad. esp w/ just audios & video jacks.
    The words & edges we're all blurry and bleeding like textures..
    I got the monster super thick component cable on ebay for $6. and 5 shipping..
    11 DOLLARS TO MAKE MY PS2 HIGH DEPH! it please me so much 6that is why im sharing the story in this corny level of detail...
    ~~So today I bought MGS2.. And not only is it the original case but the booklet is supe thick too..
    like 80 pages and I think it has a comic boo inside it too..
    **but the deal sweetner was a postcard hologram insert from Hideo Kajima..
    I couldn't believe this was still inside the case...
    This type of cool happenings is why im enjoying buying these odler games now..
    **I played MGS V about 2-3 years ago & put in about 1800 hours between FOB + campaign whatevs..
    And I'd say MGS2 with it's campy 'area-setup' is amazing..
    I haven't played a older MGS game since Patriots and im super stoked to jump back in..

    ****I would say ive offered a blueprint into how a PS2 game can be playable in 2019...

    * I DID PLAY THIS BACK IN 2002'ish.. that was almost 18 years ago!!!
    I remember it being a longer game then the typical at the time..i woulda retaed it a 10 back then.
    Ironic that 3 of MetalGear SOlid games are perfect 10's.. and hthis is one of em...    … Expand
  8. Dsoy
    Jan 8, 2016
    9
    Raiden, something happened to me last Thursday while I was driving home. I had a couple miles to go... suddenly, I saw a glowing orange object in the sky, to the east! It was moving very irregularly. Suddenly, there was intense light all around. And when I came to, I was home. What do you think happened to me?
  9. midway23
    Dec 10, 2014
    9
    One of the most anticipated sequels of all time, "Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty" is bigger, and mostly better. Graphics and art design still looks amazing over 13 years later, very life like character animations, fantastic voice acting, wide cast of interesting characters and better stealth mechanics make "MGS2" the definition of a sequel done right. And after awhile, I learned toOne of the most anticipated sequels of all time, "Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty" is bigger, and mostly better. Graphics and art design still looks amazing over 13 years later, very life like character animations, fantastic voice acting, wide cast of interesting characters and better stealth mechanics make "MGS2" the definition of a sequel done right. And after awhile, I learned to appreciate the most over the top story I have ever experienced.… Expand
  10. NachoGameplays
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Kojima se nos rie en la cara, no todo es lo que parece. No solo pule las mecánicas del juego anterior sino que profundiza en la jugabilidad y las posibilidades que tiene el jugador. Posiblemente el Metal Gear Solid mas deconstructor y profético de todos.
  11. ThatRetroGamer
    Jan 23, 2014
    10
    Great game. Don't understand the hate for it. Sure the story may not be that great, but the game play was fun. Kind of like Crisis core. Great game play, ignorable story. And you also can't call Raiden a cry baby and ignore it when Cloud does it.
  12. fijiboy
    Jul 16, 2014
    9
    the gameplay is absolute bliss, the story although very complicated, is very interesting and a huge asset to the appeal of the game. there are a few things wrong though. I do wish you could play as snake, because raiden does get pretty annoying, but after a while once you get to learn more about his character, he doesn't end up being that bad, infact I like raiden. the plot sometimes feelsthe gameplay is absolute bliss, the story although very complicated, is very interesting and a huge asset to the appeal of the game. there are a few things wrong though. I do wish you could play as snake, because raiden does get pretty annoying, but after a while once you get to learn more about his character, he doesn't end up being that bad, infact I like raiden. the plot sometimes feels ridiculous because of all the twists and turns it takes throughout the entire game, but is still enjoyable and quite necessary to set the plot for future titles. I love this game, but I don't think its quite as good as the first game which I consider a perfect game, this one having a few problems which in reality are just popular nitpicks among players… Expand
  13. Ky3mi4_raider71
    Nov 5, 2016
    10
    The greatest videogame's plot in history. Hideo Kojima's masterpiece! Reccomend to everyone, who enjoys good quality games with great atmosphere and stealt-action gameplay!
  14. 00patrik01
    Jul 6, 2014
    10
    If you have a PS2 or PC (MGS2: Substance) buy this. Best game ever what I played. Good story, Good Characters... But the only problem the little hard control this problem after 10 minutes playing not hard.
  15. TSmeets98
    Aug 22, 2014
    8
    Despite being not as big as mgs1 and making you play as raiden instead of snake. Mgs2 still does a lot of things right, it has simpler controls, it added new (and good) stealth mechanics. And the gameplay is way more accesoble for new players.
  16. jelikey
    Nov 2, 2018
    8
    The original is still better overall. The graphics are great in this game with cool effects and it all runs smoothly. The sound effects are great too, but the audio side I have a complaint about, in some instances the music turned to jazz/lounge, which some people might be turned off by, like me. Those instances are far and few between though, so no biggy. The story is WAY confusing at
  17. SiAScORCH
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    I remember when this game first came out and all of us were like stunned by the details and the graphics, it's amazing what the series became. Anyways, sorry so back on point, this game is amazing. It's not overly long, but just right and it's sad at some parts and can be challenging if you want to make it that way. I beat it first then went back and tried doing mostly stealth kills whichI remember when this game first came out and all of us were like stunned by the details and the graphics, it's amazing what the series became. Anyways, sorry so back on point, this game is amazing. It's not overly long, but just right and it's sad at some parts and can be challenging if you want to make it that way. I beat it first then went back and tried doing mostly stealth kills which makes you learn to appreciate the game a lot more. This is definitely one of the best PS2 games of all times, and you should try it if you're able to find it. It's definitely worth time you put into it.… Expand
  18. mujitacaptain
    Oct 25, 2014
    10
    Do I even have to say anything about this.It is in my top 5 best ps2 games of all time and it was easily the best game of 2001.Well done Konami and Hideo Kojima,you gave us one of the best games of all time !!!
  19. Joker92
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Continuing the legend with an addition of a very well written character, Metal Gear Solid 2 did not disappoint and it had very large shoes to fill. Have played all MSGS as they were released. Give this a play.
  20. tsakiym
    May 11, 2015
    9
    One of the best games on playstation 2. I do not have to say anything more. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.
  21. Termin8ter
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, hands down Kojima's best work in my opinion. Excellent and full of subtle symbols plot, great gameplay, impressive and lengthy cinematics, great writing, not to mention the game offers heaps of replay value due to the complex yet brilliant plot that you understand a little better the more you play. The fact that Kojima managed to predict correctly what our societyAn absolute masterpiece, hands down Kojima's best work in my opinion. Excellent and full of subtle symbols plot, great gameplay, impressive and lengthy cinematics, great writing, not to mention the game offers heaps of replay value due to the complex yet brilliant plot that you understand a little better the more you play. The fact that Kojima managed to predict correctly what our society was going to be like back in 2001 is truly incredible. Buy this game.… Expand
  22. WaterBottle234
    May 2, 2015
    10
    Excellent my favourite game in the series so far. I love the storyline and it kept me interested for hours. The gameplay was fantastic I loved the boss fights as they weren't too difficult but they still had a bit of a challenge to them. The soundtrack was exquisite and it easily made the story more empowering and it made every sad scene just a lot sad. The characters were great whilstExcellent my favourite game in the series so far. I love the storyline and it kept me interested for hours. The gameplay was fantastic I loved the boss fights as they weren't too difficult but they still had a bit of a challenge to them. The soundtrack was exquisite and it easily made the story more empowering and it made every sad scene just a lot sad. The characters were great whilst many could argue that Raiden was a disappointment as it was a step down from Solid Snake it didn't matter to me as it was in my opinion a secret way of showing Raiden as the player as it shows a clumsy character on his first mission with little to none experience just like the player who wouldn't have experience in a tactical espionage mission and its while i think of this it makes me like the character a lot more and it makes me respect Hideo Kojima a lot more. In conclusion I think it's a fantastic game and it is really worth the buy and after replaying it I can say this game is in my top ten video games.… Expand
  23. Kira45
    May 28, 2015
    8
    A Great sequel in terms of graphic's and gameplay but the plot could have been much better it was confusing and way too many cutscenes. plus playing as raiden wasn't as good as snakes gameplay
  24. pichu441
    Jun 21, 2015
    8
    Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty improves upon Metal Gear Solid in every way. Despite this, from a modern viewpoint, the gameplay is clunky and is sometimes frustrating, especially in certain boss fights. Though, it is still an excellent game and worth playing for numerous reasons. The plot in particular is excellent, with multiple twists and turns. 13 years later, MGS2 is a ride worth taking.
  25. shahdan
    Sep 20, 2015
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece in every sense of the word. It brings you closer to the real life post-traumatic stress disorder and the plights of child soldiers; something the other MGS games never truly touch upon or explore in depth.

    Raiden as a character brings nuanced and surprising depth to the narrative that is unmatched across all MGS games. This was the only time I felt    This game is an absolute masterpiece in every sense of the word. It brings you closer to the real life post-traumatic stress disorder and the plights of child soldiers; something the other MGS games never truly touch upon or explore in depth.

    Raiden as a character brings nuanced and surprising depth to the narrative that is unmatched across all MGS games. This was the only time I felt MGS shuffled off its fantasy coil of nanomachines and outlandish pseudoscience and went dark and gritty ... real to its core. The gameplay is localized and doesn't deter the player away from the main narrative.

    Everything, from design to plot to game mechanics, adds to the overall package. If you are a fan of MGS and miss out on this, then I would consider it a grave error. If you are a gamer and decide to skip this, then I would call it a terrible choice. And if you are an MGS fan and dislike it, then I will outright question your gaming aesthetics.

    All in all, this is an experience to be felt and lived through a Magic Circle. Raiden's tale, for all intents and purposes, is the pinnacle of Kojima's craft and is meant to be experienced like an avid story reader and a zealous gamer.    … Expand
  26. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Warning: Spoilers
    This game is a masterpiece to the first game that was also a masterpiece. Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty features more stealth moves like hanging off railings, first person view mode which is useful for aiming your weapons and hiding in lockers, it also has some of the best cut scenes ever, they're just like watching a film and the music score is the best and is    Warning: Spoilers
    This game is a masterpiece to the first game that was also a masterpiece. Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty features more stealth moves like hanging off railings, first person view mode which is useful for aiming your weapons and hiding in lockers, it also has some of the best cut scenes ever, they're just like watching a film and the music score is the best and is like a movie music score. The main theme music in MGS 2 is my favourite score.

    The Tanker level lets you play as Snake and is the Prolouge to the main mission that features a new hero named Raiden that you will play as in the Big Shell mission, this doesn't mean Snake isn't in it after the Tanker because he is using a false code name called Plisken (Homage to Snake Plissken in Escape from New York) but later he reveals to Raiden he is Solid Snake. The Big Shell mission is set two years after the Tanker incident where Metal Gear Ray was being made, the oil has spilt into the sea and a huge clean up facility called Big Shell has been created around it.

    Raiden (At first using the codename Snake) enters the facility when he gets a call off Colonel Campbell saying his codename has been changed to Raiden, his objectives are to infiltrate the Big Shell and rescue the President, Raiden then discovers that his girlfriend Rose is on this mission as the Data annalist. Once in the elevator Raiden is told that the group that has took over Big Shell are called the Sons of Liberty and the leader of it all is the legendary soldier Solid Snake but it can't be THE Solid Snake because he was killed in the Tanker two years ago. This is the reason why Raiden's codename was changed from Snake to Raiden.

    Of course neither is true because Snake is disguised as a navy seal with the name Plisken so the leader is someone using Snake's codename, it also seems a group called Dead Cell (Similar to Special Forces FOXHOUND) are in Big Shell, they all have their own skills, Vamp has the skills to dodge bullets and run on water with quick speed while also drinking blood like a Vampire, Fortune has the power to reflect any projectile fired at her and Fatman has the the skill to create bombs. Also their is another Cyborg Ninja that is in Big Shell and is using the codename of Mr. X.

    Ocelot is also in Big Shell working with the leader of the Sons of Liberty, the leader is Solidus Snake one of the clones from Big Boss and is Solid Snake's brother.

    Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty is a great game with a superb plot that is full of twists. This is a game that should be played. 10/10    … Expand
  27. DeepThroat
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This game is brilliant. It's just one of the best games not only among PS2 games but All-time. This game had the best graphics in 2001, had a very different gameplay than the previous Metal gear solid and this game is still fun to play even after a decade.
  28. PrinceWolf
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    PREGI
    - Il capitolo della saga più complesso, contorto, discusso, ricco della vena creativa del suo creatore: non smetterai mai di scoprire qualcosa da Sons Of Liberty, un videogioco che parla con largo anticipo del futuro tecnologico che stiamo vivendo oggi.
    - Migliora sotto tutti gli aspetti e in modo netto una pietra miliare dei videogiochi nel suo gameplay. DIFETTI - E’    PREGI
    - Il capitolo della saga più complesso, contorto, discusso, ricco della vena creativa del suo creatore: non smetterai mai di scoprire qualcosa da Sons Of Liberty, un videogioco che parla con largo anticipo del futuro tecnologico che stiamo vivendo oggi.
    - Migliora sotto tutti gli aspetti e in modo netto una pietra miliare dei videogiochi nel suo gameplay.

    DIFETTI
    - E’ praticamente obbligatorio giocarsi anche il primo capitolo, e questo è il difetto più bello che ci potesse essere.    … Expand
  29. Ljungman
    Mar 26, 2016
    10
    Mind blow! It starts as a "normal" spy game, but turns out to be a deep story, mind-blowing masterpiece! Everything in this game surprises me, with the characters, the story and the dialogue. I thought the game didn't have any more surprises when I was close to the end, but I couldn't be more wrong. This is probably the best ending of a game I've ever experienced. A really good experienceMind blow! It starts as a "normal" spy game, but turns out to be a deep story, mind-blowing masterpiece! Everything in this game surprises me, with the characters, the story and the dialogue. I thought the game didn't have any more surprises when I was close to the end, but I couldn't be more wrong. This is probably the best ending of a game I've ever experienced. A really good experience from start to end!

    As you can expect from an old game, the gameplay in the game might not be the best, with a bit weird controls. It's a really hard game for that matter because I felt like I had to play around the controls, so to speak, angle myself and be prepared for much more instead of just aiming and shooting. Some boss battles forced me to stand in a certain position and try to aim where I knew he/she would stand (I might just be bad at the game). I also felt that the tutorial was a bit uninformative in some cases, but it was easy to figure it out when trying out different ideas (like the cockroaches). I also had problems with the Emma sequence, where the thermal vision didn't show anything and I had to shot and guess.

    The boss battles in the game were really enjoyable! I actually preferred them over the ones in the first game. They are more challenging and interesting than the previous game. Except from the negative, this game is in my opinion a masterpiece.    … Expand
  30. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Personally i didn't think they could match the first Metal Gear Solid before this launched, I soon found out otherwise. I still like the first game a little more but this game is still amazing and a cert for 10/10. Must play!
  31. xdan
    Aug 20, 2017
    10
    I'm just sad to see not a single of either the positive or the negative reviewers has understood this game. They speak of graphics, gameplay and whatnot, but no one gets the hidden commentary about the nature of sequels.
  32. BDbloks12
    May 1, 2017
    10
    A lot of people didn't really like the story of this game. Personally, I think it is the best metal gear solid game. I like Raiden, and he is not necessarily a bad character. Sure, the story gets a little crazy at the end but I think it was a great improvement from the first metal gear solid and a great entry in the series.
  33. arostislavna
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    Incredibly important political plot branches from fiction to non-fiction. With all it's wacky stuff it has, it is the equivalent of hiring an artist to draw a picture of what they think the world will look like 20 years in the future.

    PS: Wikipedia's page says "GamesRadar+ has cited the prescience of the game in relation to the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data scandal ("Truth") and the    Incredibly important political plot branches from fiction to non-fiction. With all it's wacky stuff it has, it is the equivalent of hiring an artist to draw a picture of what they think the world will look like 20 years in the future.

    PS: Wikipedia's page says "GamesRadar+ has cited the prescience of the game in relation to the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data scandal ("Truth") and the fictional "Russian interference" in the 2016 United States elections." (The latter was proven false and was falsified by Hillary Clinton for a political agenda that is rich in xenophobia, russophobia & cold war II/world war III rhetoric. - Proven in late 2020)    … Expand
  34. benjamm1n
    Jul 26, 2016
    10
    felt like this game was just made for me. Kojima pushes the limits of the PS2's power to the limits with his visuals and the story can become overwhelming. Bisexual, immortal vampires, a Fatman on rollerskates who loves explosives, a woman wielding a rail gun bigger than herself and can't be hit by bullets. just to mention a few crazy things coming out of this brilliant game. As long asfelt like this game was just made for me. Kojima pushes the limits of the PS2's power to the limits with his visuals and the story can become overwhelming. Bisexual, immortal vampires, a Fatman on rollerskates who loves explosives, a woman wielding a rail gun bigger than herself and can't be hit by bullets. just to mention a few crazy things coming out of this brilliant game. As long as you don't go in expecting a realistic espionage spy type game, should be fun… Expand
  35. Mo3gottar
    Apr 28, 2019
    9
    I was playing firstly on PC(yes you can get PC version without emulator) and how i suprised that the game has a good performance and a graphics for 2001 year game,after all,i got up and Clapped
  36. BigBossToo
    Jun 27, 2019
    10
    This game was and still is so far ahead of its time... it added so much to the gameplay from the last which is arguable the most important thing a sequel can offer
  37. MetalGearNut007
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    Kojima really knows how to pull the rug under you XD. But all i can really say about Metal Gear Solid 2 Sons of Liberty is that its a **** masterpiece. its game play is refined and reloaded and has the best post-modern video game narrative that i have ever played and might be the best of all time, it rehashes the first story but does it in such a brilliant and under the rug way and evenKojima really knows how to pull the rug under you XD. But all i can really say about Metal Gear Solid 2 Sons of Liberty is that its a **** masterpiece. its game play is refined and reloaded and has the best post-modern video game narrative that i have ever played and might be the best of all time, it rehashes the first story but does it in such a brilliant and under the rug way and even the baton switch with raiden was exhilarating because nobody was expecting it and it was even kind of hilarious some people say thats mgs2's biggest weakness, the relapse of MGS1 and not playing as Snake anymore but NO! thats its biggest strength, Kojima could have cheaped out and gave you a run of the mill sequel but his work ethic is so unique and strong that he wanted to do something different and its OKAY to have the same story in a clever way but a different narrative and thats what Kojima did spot on, MGS1's narrative was like a late action 90's movie and MGS2 had a complex post-modern Narrative that makes you question truth vs your truth being an illusion and makes you question what control really is. if you are a deep thinker and a stealth action junkie get MGS2 NOW!… Expand
  38. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    9
    Jugabilidad mas fluida, historia mas bizarra, gran variedad de jefes, que mas se puede pedir de Metal Gear?
  39. ashketchum
    Apr 8, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. MGS 2 is an unconventional game, that is able to stand the test of time. The gameplay mechanics and controls feel a lot smoother than the first game, with bigger and more diverse stages to allow you to get a sense of the improved mechanics. The story is more ambitious, and many of the characters feel very fleshed out, from Snake to Emma, even if their presence is short, due to their characters staying intriguing through cut scenes and dialogue. The game concludes in a way that remains unique even for a MGS game, which is a major reason in why the game lingers in the players memory long after completion. MGS 2 is definitely a must have for the PS2.… Expand
  40. auditbadger
    Sep 26, 2018
    8
    I think that this is truly a unique game and I would recommend that if you are a fan of this type of genre then I think you should give this game a try.
  41. Lordxelliah
    Aug 28, 2017
    10
    miglior gioco playstation 2. Rivoluzionario su tutti gli aspetti con una trama assolutamente da capire , quel futuro giorno dopo giorno si avvicina sempre di più
  42. Ryuail
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This is the game that paradoxically becomes MORE relevant with each passing year.

    The themes of information control, eco-terrorism, proper terrorism, government cover ups & conspiracies, double & triple crossing, child soldiers, PTSD, national security, what ultimately is the point of freedom, and why Raiden is so hot are subjects we still wrestle with to some extent today, and likely    This is the game that paradoxically becomes MORE relevant with each passing year.

    The themes of information control, eco-terrorism, proper terrorism, government cover ups & conspiracies, double & triple crossing, child soldiers, PTSD, national security, what ultimately is the point of freedom, and why Raiden is so hot are subjects we still wrestle with to some extent today, and likely will into the foreseeable future.    … Expand
  43. UncleEd
    May 24, 2020
    8
    Metal Gear Solid 2 is hard to judge. On the one hand, it has bad camera and controls, in addition to overall poor gameplay. On the other hand, it offers -by video game standards- an awesome story (that you can now relate to much more after so many years of release), cool cutscenes and graphics that still hold up today. In Metal Gear Solid 2, it is the story itself that is good. TheMetal Gear Solid 2 is hard to judge. On the one hand, it has bad camera and controls, in addition to overall poor gameplay. On the other hand, it offers -by video game standards- an awesome story (that you can now relate to much more after so many years of release), cool cutscenes and graphics that still hold up today. In Metal Gear Solid 2, it is the story itself that is good. The storytelling, however, is hard to follow and disrupts gameplay. You will have 10 minutes of game followed by a cutscene sometimes as long as 20+ minutes, or at the very least a “phone call” where you have to listen to a long dialogue. The game was heavily criticized for having to play with Raiden throughout most of the game, as opposed to Snake, but that did not actually bother me much. For the particular narrative, I think it was the right call.

    In short, I think Metal Gear Solid 2 is very strong in some areas. The problem is you have to tolerate its shortcomings. I would definitely suggest to play it on easy difficulty. In the case of MGS 2, gameplay is often a disruption to otherwise a very good experience.

    7.5/10    … Expand
  44. radbronado
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    Story-wise this was the perfect MGS game. It didn't have quite the same atmosphere as its predecessor but was a much more intellectual and introspective postmodern work of art than any of its successors, although that's not to say the following games didn't have mostly good stories, just they weren't on the same level of depth as this.
  45. spacebear1
    May 29, 2018
    9
    Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty is one of the greatest games ever made. This game is actually a bit better than the first, to be honest. The story is fantastic and the writing is great. I still love Solid Snake but I have mixed feelings over the new character Raiden. I liked the villain, Solidus Snake. The gameplay is once again fantastic and the graphics are amazing for the time thatMetal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty is one of the greatest games ever made. This game is actually a bit better than the first, to be honest. The story is fantastic and the writing is great. I still love Solid Snake but I have mixed feelings over the new character Raiden. I liked the villain, Solidus Snake. The gameplay is once again fantastic and the graphics are amazing for the time that it came out. In the end, this is an amazing game.… Expand
  46. balding
    Aug 14, 2018
    9
    Mucho se ha dicho a estas alturas sobre Sons of Liberty. En su día divisivo y con el tiempo la gente lo ha ido apreciando mirando más allá de Raiden y el polémico giro. Cierto es que el mensaje que esconde en su interior es el más potente de toda la saga, una obra completamente adelantada a su tiempo, no obstante se le pueden sacar unos peros que hacen que no llegue al nivel que síMucho se ha dicho a estas alturas sobre Sons of Liberty. En su día divisivo y con el tiempo la gente lo ha ido apreciando mirando más allá de Raiden y el polémico giro. Cierto es que el mensaje que esconde en su interior es el más potente de toda la saga, una obra completamente adelantada a su tiempo, no obstante se le pueden sacar unos peros que hacen que no llegue al nivel que sí alcanzaba su predecesor y que sí pulió y superó con creces Snake Eater.

    En primer lugar, la estructura narrativa resulta un tanto caótica. Cierto es que todo va encaminado a hacer al jugador sentir lo mismo que Raiden. El problema radica en que hay momentos donde las propias misiones te hacen “dar paseos” por el Big Shell cuando realmente no tienes claro el objetivo. De nuevo, se entiende la intención, pero por esto llegan momentos de frustración en ocasiones y por tanto le resta enteros a la experiencia.

    En segundo lugar, los jefes finales están bien resueltos, pero no llegan a la excelencia. Esto va ligado también al caótico guión del juego, siendo algunas situaciones repetidas respecto a Shadow Mosses del primer MGS, algo que dicho por el mismo Kojima estaba hecho a drede con tal de hacer sentir al jugador lo mismo que Raiden, y lo consigue. Hay momentos donde uno se desespera de la propia confusión que genera el juego.

    Por último, un reparto de secundarios que no estba a la altura del resto de los grandes personajes de la saga.

    A pesar de esas asperezas que he nombrado, MGS2 es un grandísimo producto de entretenimiento que ha pasado a la historia del ocio digital por adelantarse a su tiempo y plantear el hasta entonces el mayor giro en los videojuegos. Eso añadido a lo novedoso para la época su sistema de interacción con el entorno que llevaba la infiltración a otro nivel, fue un juego completamente revolucionario que explotaba las capacidades de Playstation 2 y lo enfocaba en el propio impacto que tenía sobre la experiencia de juego. Aparte de sus altísimos valores de producción y calidad que hace gala cualquier juego de Hideo Kojima. Tanto es así que, a pesar de las limitaciones técnicas de la época, jugarlo a día de hoy no le hace sentirse desfasado por sus altísimos valores de producción y una puesta en escena literalmente adelantada a su tiempo. La calificación real sería de 9.5, ya que a pesar de sus asperezas Metal Gear Solid 2 es un grandísimo videojuego tan sólo un peldañito por debajo del resto de la saga Metal Gear.    … Expand
  47. arnan34official
    Feb 21, 2018
    9
    This game had many critics for a specific character that we all know, but at no time was the creator's bad idea, on the contrary, a success that was rewarded over the years. Very charismatic characters and a careful history from beginning to end, what we had to expect from a saga like metal gear.
  48. AKthaBeast
    Mar 22, 2018
    9
    A great game with smooth gameplay. The only downside is having to play with cartwheel heavy Raiden.
  49. 3lgPesonlaity
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    The Best Game Ever The Best Game Everrrr
  50. RedCometChar
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    A post modern art piece in the form of a game, MGS2 pushed the boundaries of what gaming could be
  51. SahilKChandio
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece sequel to a masterpiece game!!

    MGS2: Sons of liberty is a love letter to gaming! It is an absolute golden game and is super glorious, it is till this day is one of the most cherished games of all time. It is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best video games on the legendary console ps2. The game had spectacular story, the gameplay was amazing and the game as a whole    A masterpiece sequel to a masterpiece game!!

    MGS2: Sons of liberty is a love letter to gaming! It is an absolute golden game and is super glorious, it is till this day is one of the most cherished games of all time. It is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best video games on the legendary console ps2. The game had spectacular story, the gameplay was amazing and the game as a whole is a huge masterpiece. Few games can nail everything right and mgs2 is one of those few games. If you are a true gamer you should definately check this out!    … Expand
  52. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Legendary game, play it, this game changed my life for good, all I have for this game is LOVE.
  53. Miguelinform123
    Jan 13, 2019
    10
    One of the smartest sequels ever made. This is Hideo Kojima's biggest masterpiece and the best game in the series of Metal Gear. It has one of the best endings in video game history, the twist at the end it's so clever that will remain with you forever, the way he breaks the fourth wall it's terrific! As a cinema student, I love how Kojima directed scenes in this game, his love for cinemaOne of the smartest sequels ever made. This is Hideo Kojima's biggest masterpiece and the best game in the series of Metal Gear. It has one of the best endings in video game history, the twist at the end it's so clever that will remain with you forever, the way he breaks the fourth wall it's terrific! As a cinema student, I love how Kojima directed scenes in this game, his love for cinema shows up all over the game. Metal Gear Solid 2 is one of my Top 5 favorite games of all time, it's a must play!… Expand
  54. fernadoJadan
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Una grata sorpresa, pocas esperanzas tenia del siempre nombrado oveja negra de la familia MGS, pero me encuentro a un juego que no encuentro mas que aciertos y un refinamiento de lo que era deficiente el anterior juego.
    Increible y compleja historia, mayor cantidad de items y moviemento al personaje, una mision prologo espectacular, poder dispara en camara en primera persona es algo que    Una grata sorpresa, pocas esperanzas tenia del siempre nombrado oveja negra de la familia MGS, pero me encuentro a un juego que no encuentro mas que aciertos y un refinamiento de lo que era deficiente el anterior juego.
    Increible y compleja historia, mayor cantidad de items y moviemento al personaje, una mision prologo espectacular, poder dispara en camara en primera persona es algo que se agredece y el nivel enfermizo de detalles para ser un juego de 2001 sorprende hasta en la actualidad.
    Lo poco malo que puedo sacar es que la historia es tan comleja que puede haber momentos donde el jugador queda confundido con tanta informacion, pero fuera de eso me encuentro con mi MGS favorito.    … Expand
  55. Jb_epicgamer
    Feb 19, 2019
    9
    One of the PS2's hits. MGS 2 makes it easy to see why.

    Satisfying Gameplay combined with a deep and story, makes it all the more enjoyable, though MGS 3 and MGS 4 outclass it by miles
  56. lidwang
    Jan 8, 2022
    9
    On of the best games of the ps2. It really has a great acmpaing with amazing gameplay details that carry and affect the whole playthough. It's also incredibly tense, the music makes you feel you can be discovered at any time too. And the story is at the same time the best and worst part bout this game too. On one hand, it's a great tale of how the media and goverments control what and howOn of the best games of the ps2. It really has a great acmpaing with amazing gameplay details that carry and affect the whole playthough. It's also incredibly tense, the music makes you feel you can be discovered at any time too. And the story is at the same time the best and worst part bout this game too. On one hand, it's a great tale of how the media and goverments control what and how we think which is showed through gameplay, but at the same time it can feel sort of overcomplicated for no reason at all. Even then I would recommend this to everyone.… Expand
  57. chatskyisretard
    Mar 17, 2019
    10
    Best
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  58. TOFU_BNG
    May 24, 2019
    10
    MGS2 is probably the most controversial game I have played. Not because of shocking content (Although the story did scare people back in 2001) but because of the huge backlash to the main character Raiden.
    This was my first MGS game so I didn't know much about the plot of the first only a synopsis my cousin told me before starting but even then I knew Snake was this badass character from    MGS2 is probably the most controversial game I have played. Not because of shocking content (Although the story did scare people back in 2001) but because of the huge backlash to the main character Raiden.
    This was my first MGS game so I didn't know much about the plot of the first only a synopsis my cousin told me before starting but even then I knew Snake was this badass character from the opening cutscene, I knew whilst playing the Tanker section when I was 6 that this game was special and couldn't wait to see what the Plant chapter was about. And like many others I too was confused and frustrated about Raiden and the story when I beat it for the first time.
    It wasn't until around 2013 that I replayed MGS2 through the HD Collection and since then I'd say MGS2 is probably one of the best games I have ever played as I always look forward to this game every time I marathon the series every year.
    But what makes MGS2 so special is a story that seemed confusing back when it released but is now a fantastic tale of patriotism and how we as a society are governed by an age of technology, the plot was seriously ahead of it's time and even now serves as an important story in video games for it's commentary on current events.
    The gameplay is also oddly immersive as I'm a sucker for dynamic HUD's that fade in and out depending on the action of the player, this allows enviroments like the outside of the Big Shell to really show their beauty and for an 18 year old game MGS2 still looks fantastic regardless of whether it's on PS2 or the HD Collection.
    I'd urge anyone with an intrest in early 2000's gaming to at least play MGS2 as it's still a masterpiece after all these years and to me was Kojima's Swan Song for storytelling so far but who knows Death Stranding may take that position.    … Expand
  59. Deathbringer_01
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    Esse jogo é perfeito, não tiro nunca o mérito dele ser o melhor Metal Gear Solid criado, pois além dele ser um marco pra história do PS2, nele há o que o sucessor deixou de lado. Uma história bem contada e que te prende na hora de jogar, com um final literalmente digno. Nunca vi mensagens tão profundas e tão bem escritas em quase nenhum jogo, nós aprendemos muito com esse jogo,Esse jogo é perfeito, não tiro nunca o mérito dele ser o melhor Metal Gear Solid criado, pois além dele ser um marco pra história do PS2, nele há o que o sucessor deixou de lado. Uma história bem contada e que te prende na hora de jogar, com um final literalmente digno. Nunca vi mensagens tão profundas e tão bem escritas em quase nenhum jogo, nós aprendemos muito com esse jogo, sensacional, uma obra prima que é muito criticada pelo pessoal por não ter o Snake mas sim o Raiden, mas o pessoal esquece que o plot que ele toma é tão profundo quando o Snake teve.… Expand
  60. MYP
    Apr 29, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Solid 2 is a must-play for anyone wanting a riveting experience. MGS 2, unlike its predecessor, doesn't waste its time on re-introducing its world to the new generation... Instead, it blows us right through it. This is a game that needs all your attention and believes in you respecting its different exercises. Throughout MGS2 all i was thinking about was what business raiden has to do with this mechanical world, a character filled with life, emotions and questions is thrown into a computer stimulation of an otherworldly phenomenon. MGS 2 broadens our understanding of the Metal Gear world and with an all memorable richly composed epic soundtrack, it ends a saga or chapter in this universe. MGS2 feels like an end but one that is deserved and respected because it didn't waste its resources. Truly a masterpiece that deserved all the attention it gets:, 10/10… Expand
  61. TheeDannyB
    May 5, 2020
    9
    Not my favourite in the series but still ahead of its time story and gameplay wise!
  62. Oldjedi
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Melhor plot twist de todos os tempos, e possui o melhor diálogo entre personagens que já vi, bebeu da fonte de Ulysses.
  63. Patrick73
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Semplicemente il miglior gioco ps2 ed uno dei momenti più alti per la metal gear saga. Il plot twist di raiden poi è un capolavoro nel capolavoro.
  64. juango_12
    Apr 8, 2023
    10
    This is simply one the greatest games anyone could play in their lifes, easily the greatest script written by Kojima and by far the bravest one. The importance of a game that, without spoilers, takes the scariest step possible after the massive success that its prequel was, is without a doubt remarkable. Kojima could have made another Snake adventure and write the tale of the hero everyoneThis is simply one the greatest games anyone could play in their lifes, easily the greatest script written by Kojima and by far the bravest one. The importance of a game that, without spoilers, takes the scariest step possible after the massive success that its prequel was, is without a doubt remarkable. Kojima could have made another Snake adventure and write the tale of the hero everyone wanted to see, but he taught us all to look beyond, to see that stories aren't made just to be cool and epic, but also to spread the ideas that could shape better future generations.
    Not to mention the amazing step it was in terms of gameplay and unique details that no other game could offer at the moment.
    Always grateful to one of the most amazing pieces of art that videogames have ever given.    … Expand
  65. OminousFayth
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    If Metal Gear Solid 1 is a balanced, fine-tuned masterpiece, than Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons Of Liberty is a twisted, weird experience delivering the promise of a proper follow-up that exceeds hopes, expectations, and beyond. The plot thickens.
  66. AbhinavDasiga
    Mar 31, 2020
    8
    Not counting the hype and controversy surrounding MGS 2, it accomplishes what it sets out to do well. The gameplay is great and characters are iconic. The level design is a bit restrictive in this entry though which just holds it back.
  67. davidwill4real
    Mar 15, 2020
    10
    One of the best experiences of the video game history. Hideo Kojima put the philosophy of the existence in a visual apreciation mixed with the meaning of good and evil.
  68. scissors61aiueo
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Honestly, though, you have been reading reviews for a long time. Don't you have anything else to do with your time?
  69. BuddhaX93
    Feb 11, 2021
    9
    Right now it is a really old game and The control is really bad and clumbsy but if you want to enjoy a good story game with som nice sneaking action, I would highly recomend this. At the time (2001), there wasn't any game out there that could challange the graphics. The humor is also fun, if you are a person who don't get offended easy.
  70. gwemp
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    best game in the series, and the best game ever made, will never be repeated
  71. ChesterField
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    One of the best games i played in my life. Intriguing story, perfect stealth mechanics, lot of weapons and gadgets, one of the best soundtracks ever made. Its a master piece. 10/10.
  72. yangfanhong
    Jul 18, 2021
    10
    The game provides classic infiltration game experience with amazing story provoking philosophical thinkings.
  73. TheHussarSnake
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, gameplay has many improvments from MGS1 like the first person aiming which and the story is really deep and it teaches people about society and philosophy.
  74. MegamanZeroX19
    Aug 20, 2020
    9
    Un videojuego bastante bueno y muy recomendado,le daría 10 si no fuera porque la historia está llena de giros argumentales.
  75. TheHylianDragon
    May 3, 2022
    10
    A perfect video game in every way. Top tier writing, gameplay is an improvement on the original in every way and feels silky smooth, incredible stealth mechanics that are revolutionary to this day, and beautiful graphics for 2001 standards (and still look good to this day.)
  76. SophosMajor
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    Arguably the greatest game ever made. Still, it is much more than a game. Advertised as a stealth strategy game, MGS2 is a thought-provoking and potentially eye-opening experience that explores complex themes of philosophy, politics, and technology in the Information Age. The theories proposed within the game will likely cause the player to question the basic tenets of Western society andArguably the greatest game ever made. Still, it is much more than a game. Advertised as a stealth strategy game, MGS2 is a thought-provoking and potentially eye-opening experience that explores complex themes of philosophy, politics, and technology in the Information Age. The theories proposed within the game will likely cause the player to question the basic tenets of Western society and possibly even their own existence. Nearly two decades after its release, the central message of this game applies now more than ever. It is a must-play for those who wish to think critically about the status quo and the future of humanity.… Expand
  77. princessfurios
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    Пишу этот отзыв глядя на титры игры.
    Она вышла ровно 20 лет назад, а актуальна и по сей день. И вероятно будет актуальная еще долгие-долгие годы. Душевно и со смыслом. Несет верные мысли, особенно злободневные сейчас. Я восхищен и я ставлю высшую оценку.    Пишу этот отзыв глядя на титры игры.
    Она вышла ровно 20 лет назад, а актуальна и по сей день. И вероятно будет актуальная еще долгие-долгие годы. Душевно и со смыслом. Несет верные мысли, особенно злободневные сейчас. Я восхищен и я ставлю высшую оценку.
  78. Bungious
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    When you talk about a PlayStation classic this is definitely a top 3 contender .. I loved playing this game from beginning to end .. the story is engaging and the game play was very immersive. This game absolutely MADE the franchise.
  79. Fr4nco_174
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Graphics 10/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Controls 7/10 Mission variety 10/10 Boss Fights 10/10 Characters 9/10 Story 9/10 Wondering whether to play this game in 2020? Well, stop and play the goddamn game already! The graphics hold up really well, the gameplay is some of the best stealth gameplay you will ever have in a video game (I never even scratched the surface of what you could do), the    Graphics 10/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Controls 7/10
    Mission variety 10/10
    Boss Fights 10/10
    Characters 9/10
    Story 9/10
    Wondering whether to play this game in 2020? Well, stop and play the goddamn game already! The graphics hold up really well, the gameplay is some of the best stealth gameplay you will ever have in a video game (I never even scratched the surface of what you could do), the controls aren't that great but doesn't detract it from the experience in my opinion, it will just take some getting used to. I never got bored playing the game because the mission variety is insane and the boss fights are so much fun and so imaginative. The story is marvelous it may be hard to understand at first, but it is so clever how it is done with many twists and turns and I don't think I have ever said "what the **** so many times in my life while playing this game. And the story is actually a believable story in the real world and makes you think so ****ing hard it's honestly incredible. It also has a brilliant message. The characters are brilliant too with the exception of maybe 1 or 2. At first, Raiden (the main protagonist) isn't that great and you want to be playing as Snake and not him. But by the end you understand why he's put in this game. Raiden is you, the player. He reacts how you does and the game would be different if you played as Snake. He is also a well developed character in my opinion. I can't praise this game enough, anyone who says this is the worst in the series is wrong. This is the 2nd best in the series not as good as 3 but imo better than the rest. Play. This. Game. Now    … Expand
  80. Kiomarv
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    Учитесь нынешние бездари разработчики как нужно делать повествование в играх и привязывать к этому гемплей!
  81. hocineDZ
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    Everytime i play mgs2 i enjoy playing the tanker chapter the rainy weather and the ship goes together really well and of course the big shell in the plant chapter playing as raiden with snake support and drones flying around patrolling and hearing the seagulls flying what a great moment in these two locations, gameplay is the best part of any mgs title everything works out well, the lastEverytime i play mgs2 i enjoy playing the tanker chapter the rainy weather and the ship goes together really well and of course the big shell in the plant chapter playing as raiden with snake support and drones flying around patrolling and hearing the seagulls flying what a great moment in these two locations, gameplay is the best part of any mgs title everything works out well, the last fight and ending was a bit simple… Expand
  82. Loslen101
    Jan 8, 2021
    9
    With this game I start to play this franchise, for me is a awesome game with great graphics despite his years and the game was released in Ps2. I played it on ps vita the HD collection and there not low frame rate, the story is great, a little confused but if you play the other games of the franchise you should already understand his story. That I don liked so much was, at the firstWith this game I start to play this franchise, for me is a awesome game with great graphics despite his years and the game was released in Ps2. I played it on ps vita the HD collection and there not low frame rate, the story is great, a little confused but if you play the other games of the franchise you should already understand his story. That I don liked so much was, at the first mission the game tells you the movement controls like "press the action button" and is kind of weird when you touch all the buttons and nothing happen. After all of that, the game is wonderful, I scored 10/10.… Expand
  83. pingw30
    Jan 11, 2021
    10
    I recomend Play MGS3, MG, MG2, MGS1 before this one, to me this is the best of the whole saga, raiden is a good protagonist, not better than Snake or Big Boss, but he get's the job done
  84. Cless
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    The story for this game is very underrated. It is too complex and convoluted for sure. But the themes and insight explored are just ahead of its time as video game. And the gameplay was fun. The bosses were inventive. Amazing characters and story. Definitely one of the best MGS entries imo.
  85. Anonime
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    Excellent game, with a story that leaves you very crazy, great characters, including Raiden. TOP and must play.
  86. FrySP
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    Un juego que se vendió con una publicidad falsa paro al contrario de otros juegos este tiene una historia trepidante con una genial banda sonora y un mensaje profundo sin duda una entrada en la serie que no te puedes perder.
  87. Figgerson
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Not only one of the best stealth games of all time, but one of the most interesting pieces of art i’ve ever experienced.
  88. gamingmachinery
    May 21, 2021
    10
    this game is the worst evar!!,
    there is no first person cardboard boxing. kojima was mad because of this review...
  89. Hevox
    May 16, 2023
    9
    Even better than its predecessor, this is the ultimate MGS experience. Hideo Kojima at the top of his game. A cult game that you should not miss.
  90. TheCaroFactor
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Used to hate this when it came out, but it really aged well. The rage from not playing as Snake is gone, and I’ve grown to like Raiden and the plot of this game. The then-controversial “This is actually Raiden under a mask that resembles Snake” is now iconic. The gameplay and graphics were amazing for its time, too. The attention to detail is amazing, until now (that may be my nostalgia talking)! My 2nd favorite MGS game, behind MGS3.… Expand
  91. edmelian
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Un gran juego que trae a solid snake de nuevo a la escena!!!.....si? Gran juego igual!
  92. mik05
    Sep 7, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have to say that i played it 21 years too late, but it was totally worthy. The story is really good and you can see the character development of Raiden, becoming more unsure about himself and doubting everything he took for granted. Beautiful gameplay and the bossfights are god-tier, like the one with Solidus. I discovered this game only recently, and i'm glad i did.… Expand
  93. storygamer
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons Of Liberty is still one of the best stealth action games and probably the best game of this great series. The first time I played it nearly 20 years ago, I was stunned, how good the graphics and soundtrack are. Especially the effects like rain in the well designed levels convinced me. The plot is thrilling and the characters have a lot of soul. And best of all: theMetal Gear Solid 2: Sons Of Liberty is still one of the best stealth action games and probably the best game of this great series. The first time I played it nearly 20 years ago, I was stunned, how good the graphics and soundtrack are. Especially the effects like rain in the well designed levels convinced me. The plot is thrilling and the characters have a lot of soul. And best of all: the gameplay is unrivaled in this genre. This is a game, I will replay again and again! Every PlayStation 2 owner should get this game.… Expand
  94. Axiston
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    Literally no need to explain why I'm rating this game a 10. The story itself is better than most of the TV shows I've watched
  95. Slowracer
    Aug 9, 2020
    10
    A Masterpiece, almost perfect in my opinion, amazing story, amazing characters, amazing script, amazing dialogues, amazing graphics for the time and still look pretty good, the graphics aged very well, good mechanics not perfect but after some practice you get used to.
  96. genesisdoes
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
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    Metal Gear Solid 2 is one of the most unique games I've ever played. The scheme that Kojima Productions had to go through to intentionally advertise this game falsely, essentially risking the entire future of their studio is nothing short of insane. Somehow, it worked out. The petty criticisms of the past have seemed to die out within the last decade and people are starting    Picture
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    Metal Gear Solid 2 is one of the most unique games I've ever played. The scheme that Kojima Productions had to go through to intentionally advertise this game falsely, essentially risking the entire future of their studio is nothing short of insane. Somehow, it worked out. The petty criticisms of the past have seemed to die out within the last decade and people are starting to appreciate this game for how insane of a ride it really was.

    The gameplay is more or less an updated version of MGS 1 with an even vaster attention to detail. I generally prefer the original from a gameplay standpoint (for whatever reason) but I can acknowledge that this is definitely an improvement from an objective standpoint. Story wise, this game constantly challenged my mind, asking questions from "Did I just slip in bird **** to "What the hell am I gonna do with my life?" Anyway, good game. Thanks for the existential crisis, Kojima.
    I beat this game in November of 2019. Thanksgiving 2019. We had sloppy joes.    … Expand
  97. ylnylmn
    May 5, 2023
    9
    Although I like the first game more, this game is just as good. First of all, the graphics are very good. The atmosphere on board is very good. The characters are still good. Although the level design is a bit repetitive as in the first game, the game progresses in various ways. Jack reminded me of Stave in resident evil code veronica. They have a somewhat clumsy demeanor. And hisAlthough I like the first game more, this game is just as good. First of all, the graphics are very good. The atmosphere on board is very good. The characters are still good. Although the level design is a bit repetitive as in the first game, the game progresses in various ways. Jack reminded me of Stave in resident evil code veronica. They have a somewhat clumsy demeanor. And his voiceover is a little funny. I would like to play snake a little more. Well.. that's how they preferred it. Combat is fun. Weapons are diverse. The story has plenty of twists. And the storytelling and the ending satisfied me. The music at the end is very nice. As I said, Kojima wanted to make a game like a movie. Lots of dialogue and cut scane. I think it's a nice combination. You feel like the game is playing with you, not as if you are playing a game. A good sequel. I recommend.… Expand
  98. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    OVERALL - 98%

    Gameplay - 8/10 Graphics (for time) - 9/10 Story - 10/10 Game Length - 8/10 Characters - 10/10 Level/Area Design - 8/10 Atmosphere - 9/10 Sound Effects - 9/10 Soundtrack - 9/10 Replay Value - 9/10 This game has stood the test of time like no other in my opinion. It had beautiful graphics, great characters and story. I can still play MGS2 and enjoy it as much as    OVERALL - 98%

    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics (for time) - 9/10
    Story - 10/10
    Game Length - 8/10
    Characters - 10/10
    Level/Area Design - 8/10
    Atmosphere - 9/10
    Sound Effects - 9/10
    Soundtrack - 9/10
    Replay Value - 9/10

    This game has stood the test of time like no other in my opinion. It had beautiful graphics, great characters and story. I can still play MGS2 and enjoy it as much as anything that comes out today. The biggest hate people have with it was having to play as Raiden the majority of the game. I just thought playing as Raiden added to the strength of Snakes character, later in the game when you play with Snake at your side, he is stronger, faster, has more health and a better aim than Raiden so is a great moment. But then you are tasked with taking down multiple Metal Gears, which makes Raiden a bit of a badass himself. If you research the amount of small details that went into this game as well as how many new game mechanics this game introduced, you'd be hard pressed to find a better game.    … Expand
  99. Sarri966
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    A game of everything that has a wonderful story, characters, and music. The beginning of the game on the ship was the most wonderful thing for me. I hope Remake comes down to it.
  100. Dnische
    Sep 3, 2021
    9
    Even after 20 years since MGS 2 release it still can impress such cynical zoomer as me. Despite my contempt to anime, main plot turned out to be pretty captivating and intriguing, a bit ridiculous yeah, but nevertheless still essential to these days, thanks to prophetic ideas and concepts laid down in it.

    Gameplay abounds in details, several are so bizarre i wonder how could anyone come    Even after 20 years since MGS 2 release it still can impress such cynical zoomer as me. Despite my contempt to anime, main plot turned out to be pretty captivating and intriguing, a bit ridiculous yeah, but nevertheless still essential to these days, thanks to prophetic ideas and concepts laid down in it.

    Gameplay abounds in details, several are so bizarre i wonder how could anyone come up with them. Level design sets the quality bar for years to come — sandbox-type closed stealth arenas with vigilant guards and lots of kinds of interaction with environment. A huge step forward from more arcade MGS 1 . Graphics is top notch for those times, all the small visual details such as realtime melting ice cubes, steam from the mouth, flies revolving around light sources and etc., appear not so often in videogames even nowadays.

    Besides, all OSTs are extremely beautiful and atmospheric . Even that standing out jazzy RnB song in the end credits was something.

    9/10    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best PS2 Game of 2001
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#1 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
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#3 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001

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Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. Cloudchaser
    100
    The environments are amazing, when on the deck of the tank the rain effects are extremely lifelike, along with rain drops hitting the ship and characters.
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  2. Eurogamer
    90
    As stunning and enjoyable as ever. You may feel foolish gripping the controller throughout a 40-minute cut scene, but MGS2 is something which must be experienced.
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  3. G4 TV
    80
    MGS2 suffers in its story. I can't spoil it for you, but I can at least warn you to be prepared for a plot that frequently reaches levels of sheer absurdity.
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