Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Nov 17, 2004
  • Also On: 3DS
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2101 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,696 out of 2101
  2. Mixed: 68 out of 2101
  3. Negative: 337 out of 2101
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  1. NathanP.
    Aug 12, 2007
    10
    My favourite game ever, an amazing experience.
  2. BryceHollandsworth
    Sep 24, 2009
    10
    This game is HARD. Even depending on the difficulty level you set it at, it will still be a challenge. Expect to be seen and killed a LOT if you're new to this game. However, this level of difficulty and skill is exactly what the game industry needs! The intense storyline, how it fits together the pieces to the other games, and how amazing the gameplay is is the whole reason to buyThis game is HARD. Even depending on the difficulty level you set it at, it will still be a challenge. Expect to be seen and killed a LOT if you're new to this game. However, this level of difficulty and skill is exactly what the game industry needs! The intense storyline, how it fits together the pieces to the other games, and how amazing the gameplay is is the whole reason to buy it! The humor is good, the action is AMAZING! And if you can control your inner Rambo for minutes on end, you might just get to see the true awesomeness this game is!… Expand
  3. UmarA.
    Nov 21, 2004
    10
    Amazing!!
  4. Skoobz
    Nov 23, 2004
    10
    Aw geeze, my sony camcorder is better than your panasonic one. my ge dishwasher is better than your whirpool dishwasher. shut up already. splinter cell is good in its own merits and the same can be said for mgs3. mgs is more ground breaking. i could not believe what i was experiencing when i first played mgs. and up till now, i still can't believe the thrill of mgs3. hideo just keepsAw geeze, my sony camcorder is better than your panasonic one. my ge dishwasher is better than your whirpool dishwasher. shut up already. splinter cell is good in its own merits and the same can be said for mgs3. mgs is more ground breaking. i could not believe what i was experiencing when i first played mgs. and up till now, i still can't believe the thrill of mgs3. hideo just keeps on raising the bar higher and higher. i cannot wait to see what he has in store for us in mgs4. yes, i too thought sc was just a mgs hack, but after playing it, i've enjoyed it immensly also. ignore these dolts who tell you to stay clear from either game. rent them both, i'm sure you'll end up buying them both. i sure hope konami is brining snake to the pc again, because playing sc2 on the pc is fantastic. the eye candy is gorgeous. i can't wait to see snake on an nvidea gfx card...you can only do so much with the emotion engine of the ps2. … Expand
  5. KarlK.
    Nov 25, 2004
    9
    A great game but just too much forests. I know we are becoming to used to these destroy all games and a lot of people just cant appreciate a good stealth game the only falws i found in this game was it's constant use of the dark forests. It became increasingly annoying not being able to see anything because of these dark forests but aside from that one of the best games out.
  6. MorganG.
    Nov 26, 2004
    10
    By far, one of the greastest games I have ever played, if not the best. I was very suprised by the story, as it didnt have as many plot twists as I would have imagined, but thats alright, having a nice, almost normal story. The levles are highly detalied, and I love the water effects. This game is beautiful, fun, and Ill be playing this game for months to come. Untill Ac!d is released on By far, one of the greastest games I have ever played, if not the best. I was very suprised by the story, as it didnt have as many plot twists as I would have imagined, but thats alright, having a nice, almost normal story. The levles are highly detalied, and I love the water effects. This game is beautiful, fun, and Ill be playing this game for months to come. Untill Ac!d is released on the PSP that is.… Expand
  7. WeakSauce300
    Nov 29, 2004
    9
    So Addicting!
  8. Volgin
    Dec 19, 2004
    10
    Where to start....by far the best game of the year. BY FAR. way better than half life 2 (i beat it, this was so much better). it still has the humour and style of mgs, but the gameplay is WAY better. if anything the previous mgs games lacked, it was certain gameplay elements. Eating, curing, camo...everything is simple but brilliant. MY favorite new thing is CQC, which allows you to do Where to start....by far the best game of the year. BY FAR. way better than half life 2 (i beat it, this was so much better). it still has the humour and style of mgs, but the gameplay is WAY better. if anything the previous mgs games lacked, it was certain gameplay elements. Eating, curing, camo...everything is simple but brilliant. MY favorite new thing is CQC, which allows you to do pretty much anything you need to do to a guard. And the graphics....I dont think anyone thought the PS2 was capable of this. The bosses, while extremely unrealistic(a trademark of the MGS series-unrealistic but cool and fun bosses) are really cool and the battles are amazing. The best was The End, which was a long sniping battle like the movie Enemy at the Gates except in the forest, a plateau, and a ravine. To be honest-all the boss battles are really cool. The plot is very good, but here is my only complaint-there arent as many plot twists as 2, and no freaky weird place like arsenal gear(which was my personal favorite "level" in any videogame ever). The plot is mostly straightforward and normal, with not as many long scenes, except the conclusion which is about 30 mins. I hope this isnt the last episode of the MGS series like they said it is...there are still some plot holes that need to be filled. … Expand
  9. ChrisH.
    Dec 23, 2004
    10
    First off i would like to comment on this moron that rated this game a fifty obviously you shouldent be playing games. maybe you should go join the army or something because the realness and feel of this game are great and one more thing obviously you dont understand storlylines to well because its not called snake eater because you eat snakes its because part of your mission is to take First off i would like to comment on this moron that rated this game a fifty obviously you shouldent be playing games. maybe you should go join the army or something because the realness and feel of this game are great and one more thing obviously you dont understand storlylines to well because its not called snake eater because you eat snakes its because part of your mission is to take out the cobra unit hence snake eater. so get of your lazy ass and get an education.… Expand
  10. Undertuto
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    El mejor Metal Gear. Tremenda historia. Personajes y momentos memorables. Mucho mejor que los 2 anteriores y mejor que los posteriores.
  11. iKen
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    Played on PlayStation 2.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: AWESOME.
    Graphic: GREAT.
    Music/Sound: GREAT.
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: GREAT.
  12. iddqd4
    Feb 12, 2018
    10
    К сожалению все еще не знаю на сколько игра хороша в плане геймплея, так как произведение на моем родном языке не издавалось, и я в него не играл, но зато в плане сюжета и постановки, смотрел прохождения с переводом, все просто на высшем уровне. Кодзима естественно гений.К сожалению все еще не знаю на сколько игра хороша в плане геймплея, так как произведение на моем родном языке не издавалось, и я в него не играл, но зато в плане сюжета и постановки, смотрел прохождения с переводом, все просто на высшем уровне. Кодзима естественно гений.
  13. fmcs74
    Jan 2, 2021
    10
    Beautiful, masterful story. The ultimate spy thriller.
    Unique boss battles to boot. ***** (5.00)
  14. Dsoy
    Nov 25, 2015
    9
    In Snake Eater, you play as Naked Snake, a cardboard-box loving meme king who beat the game using little to no stealth by simply remembering the basics of CQC. Also, yeah, he's totally Big Boss.
  15. jelikey
    Nov 3, 2018
    8
    Im not very in to shooting games but this was awesome only thing hindering it from getting a 10 is the annoying camera but this game is just another awesome game by Konami super fun good story just a little bit cheeky but you fill connected to the character You feel me!
  16. Kaprawiec
    Mar 8, 2018
    10
    Definitely the best Metal Gear game. And one of the best (if not the best - depends on individual preferences) games ever created. Amazing story, one of few in gaming industry that can compete and win with other medias like books/movies.
    If You havent played it - You just cant go wrong with this title, and all this comes from a guy who doesnt really like spy themes.
  17. MoneyMaker101
    Mar 7, 2016
    10
    This is not a video game,this is something more.This is like a music album,a movie and a video game all put together.You can rarely find a classic product like this.This is ahead of it's time.Characters are absolutely amazing,their histories and some of their tragic consequences they suffered turned them into enemies of planet earth.The story is absolutely amazing and reallyThis is not a video game,this is something more.This is like a music album,a movie and a video game all put together.You can rarely find a classic product like this.This is ahead of it's time.Characters are absolutely amazing,their histories and some of their tragic consequences they suffered turned them into enemies of planet earth.The story is absolutely amazing and really interesting,the graphics are really good,there are a lot of weapons,dialogue is 5/5,voices are remarkable and the thing about this game is that it's really not repetitive,the missions are always different.This is one of my favorite games of all time,without a doubt.… Expand
  18. Joker92
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Perhaps one of the best series ever written. This time you take on the role of who you know as Big Boss. The revolutionary camouflage system this had when released paved the way for the future of stealth games. All these games have very deep stories with very important messages and this is no different. Do yourself a favor and play this gem.
  19. kyle20ellis
    Apr 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Warning: Spoilers
    This is by far the best Stealth game ever created. Not only does it have excellent game-play, but it explains the Origins of The Big Boss A.K.A "Snake". It's not only a Steath game, but a survival game as well. In order to stay alive you have to find food. And what better food in the Jungle than Animals. You can eat a variety of creatures such as Fish, snakes, birds, toads, and basically anything you can get your hands that breaths(except people). But keep it to long it expires and if snake eats it, you can get sick and die. HOW COOL IS THAT?!

    Another thing I really dig in this amazing game is the variety of Camoflauge you can wear. Everything from Treebark(which is my favorite), to Tigerstripe, to moss, and to White Kubuki masks! Its best if you choose the Cameo that fits the environment. There's even down loadable camos. If you have a game adapter, just pop the game in, plug the adapter into your PC and find a site that you can download from. I think there is a Mummy cameo, your life goes down slower and you can take more damage, Grenade cameo, it gives you infinite grenades, and a Santa suit that keeps you warm in cold environments.

    This game has the best storie line in the entire Metal Gear series. The bosses are incredible. There's a spider type guy, a dead eye sharp shooter, and even a GHOST! There are tones of other bosses to face too.

    All in All, one of my favorite video games and an incredible installment to the Metal Gear Solid series. 10 stars out of 10 all the way.    … Expand
  20. madigbick54
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    goddamn this game is good,quality voice acting(but pls dont talk to me about the lip sync) and amazing controls. must **** buy right **** now 10/10 nuff said
  21. PrinceWolf
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    PREGI
    - Narrata finalmente la leggenda di Big Boss, in una leggenda di videogioco.
    - Le migliori boss fights mai viste nella saga.
    - Introduce le meccaniche survival che ampliano un gameplay già stratosferico, immergendo psicologicamente il giocatore sul campo di battaglia, la foresta e la sopravvivenza.

    DIFETTI
    - I brividi che ti fa venire nel finale rischiano di farti piangere.
  22. Djones1999
    Feb 6, 2016
    10
    This is quite simply my favourite game of all time. I haven't got a bad word to say about it. The story manages to be campy and ridiculous and yet hard hitting and emotional. The gameplay allows so much freedom to the player that every play through can be completely different. Anyone who has never played this masterpiece most definitely should. Simply perfect.
  23. Gehenn666
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    I don't really know what can i say about this game that hasn't been said before, this is simply one of the best games ever. Every aspect of it is great. music,graphics,characters, story etc.
    The first time i finished it was the first time that i cried with a game,it doesn't matter if you like stealth games or not, you've got to play it
  24. Xbox1Guy
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game was powerful, very very powerful, I have never played a game like Metal Gear Solid 3 until this year and I was like WOW! What a beautiful game this is, I mean seriously. You feel like you don't know what exactly is going on when you play, but when reach the end, HOLY MOLY. It was completely unprepared for and heart was pounding. I was sad for an entire day because of that ending it really hits you in the heart with the way they ended it. Kojima is a genius video game designer and he is probably one of the greatest of all time is what I have to say. Seriously, the ending tore me apart it made me mad and sad. I never stood so still during the credits at the end, it shocked me. The gameplay was very fun and the boss battles are super unique it's crazy. The Sorrow actually made me feel bad for who I killed in that game and the way he kept saying "so sad" it really speaks to you. All I gotta say is, WOW! Awesome gameplay, I mean it's a really fun game and the bosses are top notch and I loved every single one of them. The ending made me so mad and I feel bad for The Boss she really was no monster but history will depict as a monster, really sad to think about. Great game! Kudos to the people who made this game.… Expand
  25. poopgames
    Mar 31, 2016
    10
    el segundo mejor juego de la historia todo el juego es perfecto los controles la supervivencia el sigilo los gráficos y sus expansiones representan un punto alto para la serie nunca olvidaremos lo que hiciste por tu patria boss
  26. yourarse
    Feb 10, 2016
    10
    I will probably be a bit subjective but Snake Eater is my favourite game of all time. It has one of the best storylines ever, you can feel what the main character feels, the camouflage system works nicely and the gameplay is pretty good. If you like games' main focus being story, you will love this game.
    I forgot to mention the music. Way To Fall and Snake Eater are two of the best game music.
  27. Empyrea
    May 10, 2016
    10
    If you like guns and strategy, don't think it twice. Buy it. This game is just amazing. I mean the graphics are awesome. The voices and cinematic are just fantastic. I really really recommend it. I don't know what else to say. Great game. Just enjoy it!
  28. KayVen17
    Jan 4, 2017
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 87/100
    Mein User Score = 9/10    … Expand
  29. 22446688Bb
    Sep 10, 2018
    10
    The best game of Grafix is the story of representation dialogues better than the one expected but twice the level at times
  30. Mo3gottar
    Feb 16, 2019
    9
    I was playing on PC with no comfort,but it's still the best game i've ever seen
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Awards & Rankings

5
#5 Best PS2 Game of 2004
2
#2 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
3
#3 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2004

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 68 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 68
  3. Negative: 0 out of 68
  1. netjak
    90
    When all is said and done, Snake Eater achieves what no other game can on such a level: complete immersion into an action-driven interactive movie.
  2. Gaming Target
    98
    Is Metal Gear Solid 3 the best game of the year? Yes. Is Metal Gear Solid 3 the best in its series? No.
  3. AltGaming
    90
    There has never been, and will not be for a long time a more convincing and immersive game released.
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