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. RTCWFAN
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Besides RE 4, this is the most memorable PS2 game. Cool characters in an amazing story. Overall rating: 9.5.
  2. Triantafyllos
    Mar 13, 2023
    10
    One the best games on the ps2. Everything about it it’s just perfect. The story might be a bit confusing for a newcomer but still I think it’s great. Highly recommend.
  3. Solder
    May 21, 2021
    10
    This is the game that blew my mind back in the day, and i was so much in the story. You play as Raiden(mostly) and not Snake in the game, but that does not play the game any worse.

    I enjoyed all of it, and the style of movie that Kojima makes in this game, left me speechless.

    I loved this game, 10/10 without a doubt.

    One of the best games ever made in my book
  4. lintlickers
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    one of the best games ever made, amazing storytelling, graphics, & top of the line voice actors. my favorite game of all time.
  5. Lec
    Jun 11, 2021
    9
    Una secuela digna del primero que aunque se quede un poco viejo en algunas parte es un juegazo solo superado por su precuela metal gear solid 3
  6. Nareva_Fuyu
    Jul 17, 2021
    10
    I will never forget my first playthrough, words cannot convey why this game is a masterpiece. MGS 2 can be considered an improved version of MGS 1, this masterpiece made MGS 1 faster and more comfortable (let's be honest, in many PS1 games the control sucks).
  7. Oanimatronic
    Aug 10, 2021
    9
    Es un buen juego, pero no es para todos.
    Si estás esperando una aventura donde tienes 50 millones de armas y tienes que matar a tus jefes finales a punta de pistola este no es para ti. Los jefes se vencen pensando e intentando e intentado. Y la historia, si, es complicada, de hecho la más complicada de la saga, pero también la más profunda y la que más te deja pensando si es que pusiste    Es un buen juego, pero no es para todos.
    Si estás esperando una aventura donde tienes 50 millones de armas y tienes que matar a tus jefes finales a punta de pistola este no es para ti. Los jefes se vencen pensando e intentando e intentado. Y la historia, si, es complicada, de hecho la más complicada de la saga, pero también la más profunda y la que más te deja pensando si es que pusiste atención, si tiene muchas cinematicas pero es un juego de Kojima su fuerte es la historia y es la historia con más libre interpretación. La cámara si a veces se mueve raro pero solo afecta en algunos jefes como, pero no es tan mala como dicen y Raiden tiene una historia interesante conectada con el resto de la trama si sabes escuchar a rose.    … Expand
  8. Badr90s
    Sep 26, 2021
    9
    Ahead of it’s time as usuall when it’s Metal gear, the graphics, soundtrack and cinamatics but most importantly the small details + revoultionary moments and dialog in this nearly masterpiece, only nearly cuz of the protaginist Raiden, you can’t replace Solid Snake especially with a femboy + the antagonists a huge downgrade to those in MGS 1
  9. Non_Royal
    Sep 14, 2021
    10
    Forever in my heart. I finish this game at least 3 times every year since 2007. I fell in love with the characters, the story, the game play. Just the best game of all time for me.
  10. Jattaman
    Sep 28, 2022
    8
    Non all'altezza del primo capitolo di Metal Gear Solid, ma comunque un buon seguito.
  11. Nilondon777
    Oct 19, 2021
    10
    konami action game with good story plot and more , with Japanese humour , guns and playtime of around 16 hours , it shows good render and good design for detail , its worth to play even on the ps4
  12. KIRILLLL
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Awesome game! There are simply no words to describe the admiration for this game. The game allows you to empathize with the heroes and hate some at the same time. The breaks of the fourth wall are generally a head dump. I wish every person to play and enjoy this masterpiece from Hideo Kojima!
  13. benjadosmil
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    This is easily the most ahead PS2 game of it's time, a mindblowing experience for 2001 standards. Probably the most advanced-to-the-era game ever.
  14. LegendOfGames9
    Jul 25, 2022
    10
    Still holds up so well. Even being a 20 year old game, it still has features that can surprise many
  15. spiderconker
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    esse jogo pega tudo que o primeiro fez e faz melhor ainda uma continuação digna do primeiro metal gear que é muito foda
  16. idkaf
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    my favorite game of all time the gameplay is great the story is my favorite story in gaming
  17. Zespedes
    Nov 6, 2022
    9
    Una secuela CASI inmejorable del primero MGS, tiene hasta el momento el mensaje politico y social más fuerte en toda la historia de los videojuegos y la abismal cantidad de detalles que tiene lo hacen un juego maravilloso. Pero lamentablemente no todo es perfecto, la gran mayoria de batllas jefes son poco memorables y el sistema de las Dog Tags no me terminó de convencer. Pero pese a losUna secuela CASI inmejorable del primero MGS, tiene hasta el momento el mensaje politico y social más fuerte en toda la historia de los videojuegos y la abismal cantidad de detalles que tiene lo hacen un juego maravilloso. Pero lamentablemente no todo es perfecto, la gran mayoria de batllas jefes son poco memorables y el sistema de las Dog Tags no me terminó de convencer. Pero pese a los contras anteriormente mencionados, es una obra que merece ser jugada por cualquier amante de los videojuegos, la cual va a ser una experiencia unica que solo este juego podría dar.… Expand
  18. trinovatic
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    Podría mojarme muchísimo y escribir una crítica larguísima porque este juego se lo merece por lo complejo y brutal que es pero solo lo resumo en que es uno de los mejores videojuegos que he jugado en mi vida.
  19. Supahgloo
    Mar 20, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We all knew it would be amazing, it's Metal Gear Solid after all. At the time of release it was pushing the boundaries of what was possible.… Expand
  20. DieterfallCZE
    Dec 27, 2022
    8
    great :)
  21. peachwalker
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Есть мод на бедра Райдена, чудесная игра. Если без шуток, то Кодзима несомненно гений, эта игра на самом деле изменила мою жизнь (не из-за женственности Райдена, клянусь) Повествование истории на высшем уровне, кому-то может показаться что в конце сюжетный поворот с ликвидом оцелотом был немного странным и смешным, но мне это просто взорвало мозг. И так, перейдем к самому главному "минусу" по мнению фанатов - Сам Райден. Если честно, я не совсем понимаю всей этой ненависти в его сторону, отлично прописанный персонаж, который запал мне в душу, как раз таки из-за Джеко-Райдена я познакомился с данной чудесной и прекрасной франшизой. Кодзима-бог а Конами-сучки. Всем пока… Expand
  22. Pmstz
    Jan 30, 2023
    9
    Absolut MGS masterpiece.
    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
  23. otaconmybeloved
    Jul 22, 2023
    9
    One of, if not, the best (story-based) game in the franchise. Metal Gear Solid 2 is phenomenal at game play and story telling. In my honest opinion, it stands up to games we have today in every aspect. The game has so many twists and can be so enjoyable even if its a cutscene or a codec call. Though I will slightly spoil the game, you do not play as Solid Snake through a lot of this game.One of, if not, the best (story-based) game in the franchise. Metal Gear Solid 2 is phenomenal at game play and story telling. In my honest opinion, it stands up to games we have today in every aspect. The game has so many twists and can be so enjoyable even if its a cutscene or a codec call. Though I will slightly spoil the game, you do not play as Solid Snake through a lot of this game. The graphics are on par with amazing games like Half-Life and Skyrim (maybe stretching it there). Absolutely deserves the Rewards and Must-Play status.… Expand
  24. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Playing this game is a core memory from my childhood. It probably shaped my personality in ways i cannot even comprehend.
  25. ekojordy
    Aug 28, 2023
    9
    It set the gold standard for games of its generation.

    MGS2 provides the best stealth-action gameplay to date. Many creative tools littered throughout a dense sandbox of enemies. Some of the more challenging bosses in the series, each with a unique spin. Every little detail in this game brings the environment and characters to life, without compromising on the fun. It never gets old.    It set the gold standard for games of its generation.

    MGS2 provides the best stealth-action gameplay to date. Many creative tools littered throughout a dense sandbox of enemies. Some of the more challenging bosses in the series, each with a unique spin. Every little detail in this game brings the environment and characters to life, without compromising on the fun. It never gets old.

    Amazing acting and unapologetically 'gamey' writing. Being aware of playing this game heightens the immersion. This allows for interesting ideas and themes, including humanity's interaction with information, and the self-insertion of the audience into a piece of fiction.

    A first playthrough may suffer a little from the dual-introduction and some wordy explanations. However, the gameplay and presentation is polished and shows no sign of wear 20 years later. This game reminds me that video games are fun.

    Endless replay value, subversive and unpredictable narrative, top notch presentation.    … 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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