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

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  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
  31. SmogAhab
    Nov 30, 2016
    9
    DO NOT BUY THIS GAME! not because its bad because its a waste of money to buy the original version go with either the hd version on ps3, xbox 360, psvita, or the 3ds version which is my personal favorite version this version is a 9/10 but the updated version is a 10/10 and my favorite game of all time
  32. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Kojima has done a great job with this franchise and the truth is that this solid metal gear 3 is the best game of this series without a doubt this is the best saga of espionage leaving aside other sagas of tactical secrecy.

    This game is undoubtedly an indispensable part of the ps2 10/10
  33. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    9
    Otro Metal Gear Solid que cambia su jugabilidad pero sigue teniendo la misma esencia de un Metal Gear, la historia sigue siendo grandiosa. Una obra maestra.
  34. SSJGodku
    Jul 18, 2023
    9
    Im just going to keep this short and simple. This game was amazing and is a classic
  35. siphus007
    Dec 8, 2018
    7
    I feel like MGS3 comes as a complete foil to MGS2, and responded well to all the people who were angry that they got duped, and missed playing as the ineffably cool Snake. But as some people suggest, it felt like a James Bond and Rambo homage; one that I probably didn't need to experience.

    I don't have the same bias as people who grew up on MGS. But even having played them late, I can    I feel like MGS3 comes as a complete foil to MGS2, and responded well to all the people who were angry that they got duped, and missed playing as the ineffably cool Snake. But as some people suggest, it felt like a James Bond and Rambo homage; one that I probably didn't need to experience.

    I don't have the same bias as people who grew up on MGS. But even having played them late, I can still say that the first one is a certified classic and a work of art. The second is, to me, mindblowing in dozens of ways, on political and psychological levels that I've experienced with very few games. The third one is kind of just... there. The dialogue is forced and iffy, the environments are bland, and the game often feels like a chore.

    That said, from a technical standpoint, it follows in the footsteps of previous iterations as being extraordinarily expansive in what you can do and how you can get past situations or boss fights. It has some of the better boss battles, but the enemies are undeveloped and it's hard to care about any of the characters. At several points I just wondered when it was going to end.

    But they tried to do something different and please the fanbase but still maintain intrigue, plot twists and turns, and expand on the series' cinematic dominance. So I'm not mad I played it. I just hope #4 gets me back on track with the series.    … Expand
  36. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater was one of 2004's best action games. Pacing and camera issues keep it from being a masterpiece, but it's still great. Chronologically, this is the very first entry in the MG universe and features Big Boss as the protagonist. It's set in the Soviet Union jungle during the Cold War of 1964. The gameplay is similar to the previous game with a new set ofMetal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater was one of 2004's best action games. Pacing and camera issues keep it from being a masterpiece, but it's still great. Chronologically, this is the very first entry in the MG universe and features Big Boss as the protagonist. It's set in the Soviet Union jungle during the Cold War of 1964. The gameplay is similar to the previous game with a new set of mechanics. In "Snake Eater", players must use camo to blend into the environment to avoid detection. This is also a survival game since you must stay healthy by hunting for food and tending injuries. The pace is slow due to the lack of an effective radar. You'll have to rely on binoculars, a sonar system and motion tracker to spot enemies. Unfortunately, the overhead camera angle can be a problematic. As a result, it can be difficult to maneuver around enemy soldiers. Despite its flaws, this is a terrific Metal Gear game. The Ape Escape mini-game is great silly fun. Overall, I would rate Snake Eater with a 9.4 out of 10.… Expand
  37. MestreSilva
    Aug 15, 2017
    10
    The best story line in all time, amazing level design, a true virtual forest on the PS2 system. The BOSS fights and his characters so amazing. But you need play the MGS3 substance because the camera changed to better (free camera). Thanks Kojima Produtions, this game is 10/10. Masterpiece!
  38. JIATNSA
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    This is without a doubt my favourite game of all time. Maybe it could be yours...
  39. Ryuail
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    Metal Gear Solid 3 is just so much fun.
    There isn't really much more than needs be said other than that.
    If you like James Bond style political thrillers, there isn't a better game that captures that essence than MGS3.
  40. radbronado
    Dec 1, 2017
    7
    Honestly I think MGS3 is the second most overrated game in the series, after TPP. I consider MGS3 to be the Sonic Heroes of the MGS series in that people who act like the nostalgia factor is the main point of whether a game is good or not, as well as in sporting a much simpler plot than its predecessors, tedious gameplay that requires too much switching (in Heroes it was between teamHonestly I think MGS3 is the second most overrated game in the series, after TPP. I consider MGS3 to be the Sonic Heroes of the MGS series in that people who act like the nostalgia factor is the main point of whether a game is good or not, as well as in sporting a much simpler plot than its predecessors, tedious gameplay that requires too much switching (in Heroes it was between team members here it was between the MGS part of the game and the discount Surgeon Simulator part of the game) and a fake sense of stealth (has anyone actually used Espio's invisibility?). The fake sense of stealth is there because sneaking is almost impossible in this game unless you know every enemy's placement off by heart or got lucky with your camo, and once you do get spotted (sometimes ridiculously, if a scientist sees you the alert mode goes off instantly which was a real pain) the only way out seems to be using the ridiculously powerful shotgun to just gun your way through until either the alert clears or there are no guards left. MGS2 was far better in this respect as it was nigh impossible to gun your way through the game.

    TL;DR meh it's really overrated    … Expand
  41. spacebear1
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is easily one of the top 3 games I have ever played. This game, just like the others, has an amazing story. I liked that this game went to the beginning and showed a story with Naked Snake (later known as Big Boss). The graphics have improved and the writing is fantastic. In the end, this game is a flawless masterpiece and even has some emotional moments.
  42. balding
    Aug 6, 2018
    10
    ¿Puede una historia sobre el papel de espías en un conflicto bélico tornarse en una tragedia digna de Shakespeare? No lo creía, hasta que jugué Snake Eater. Una historia sobre la lealtad y el contexto de nuestras acciones capaz de sacar una lágrima hasta al más duro de los jugadores que probablemente permanezca en tu mente hasta el final de tus días. La obra cumbre de Hideo Kojima
  43. FelleBanan_ygsr
    Mar 18, 2021
    10
    Truly a masterpiece. Not only the best game in the series and the genre, but one of the best video games ever created. The story is great, the soundtrack is cool, the graphics are impressive and so on. Where the game really shines is in its replay value. The game is so filled with hidden functions and techniques that it would take many playthroughs to see it all. And everytime you find aTruly a masterpiece. Not only the best game in the series and the genre, but one of the best video games ever created. The story is great, the soundtrack is cool, the graphics are impressive and so on. Where the game really shines is in its replay value. The game is so filled with hidden functions and techniques that it would take many playthroughs to see it all. And everytime you find a new function you just want to start it all over to try it out in different scenarios. You can truly play the game in YOUR way. Do you want to enjoy the story? Fine. Do you want to complete the game with no kills? You can do that (with the exception of bosses). If you know what you’re doing the game is VERY SATISFYING to play and that’s why everyone should play it through atleast twice to see atleast a little bit of the game’s FULL potential.
    Or you could just play it through normally and love it for the story and tight level design.    … Expand
  44. arnan34official
    Feb 21, 2018
    10
    From start to finish the game is incredible, a fascinating story, the main character and the others are perfectly in all aspects, INCREDIBLE BSO. 10/10
  45. ASTURK
    Jan 5, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece legendary soundtracks,atmosphere,open world,combat/action,characters and the most important one is the story
    ∞/∞
  46. AKthaBeast
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    One of the best if not the best game in this franchise whether it's in regard to gameplay or story. Boss battles are fun and unique and the mechanic of the stamina bar and hunting/eating makes this interesting.
  47. dggt
    Jan 21, 2020
    10
    Just finished this masterpiece, everything in this game is great. There are only 2 problems: you can't pause the game during cutscene and story sometimes too complicated, but who cares? it's entertaining and interesting to follow so maybe that's not that big problem to worry about.

    Kodjima is indeed a "genius", this game is still big even for 2020.
  48. Cadenn
    Jun 2, 2018
    9
    Snake eater is one of the finest games of all times even though this game is almost 15 years old I cannot recommend it enough. It's truly a mangum opus of talent the music the visuals (amazing for the time still look decent especially in the remaster) the story and writing is borderline perfect. This is one of the few games I don't skip cutscenes and actually enjoy the story in game and ISnake eater is one of the finest games of all times even though this game is almost 15 years old I cannot recommend it enough. It's truly a mangum opus of talent the music the visuals (amazing for the time still look decent especially in the remaster) the story and writing is borderline perfect. This is one of the few games I don't skip cutscenes and actually enjoy the story in game and I personally think this game you just can't read about you have to play it.… Expand
  49. loveforfire
    Aug 23, 2021
    7
    This game sported the best graphics of the series and had fun memorable boss fights but was tedious to play through.

    There are new mechanics to add depth, like the camo system, or medic system, or food system for stamina but frankly it makes the game tedious. Changing you outfit was the best of these ideas, but needing to change every five feet was tedious and dull. The field medic    This game sported the best graphics of the series and had fun memorable boss fights but was tedious to play through.

    There are new mechanics to add depth, like the camo system, or medic system, or food system for stamina but frankly it makes the game tedious. Changing you outfit was the best of these ideas, but needing to change every five feet was tedious and dull. The field medic system needed more tweak and it would've worked better. Maybe something more automatic. The food system was fairly solid and well implemented of the new mechanics

    As for stealth the camera angle mixed with no longer having radar makes that kind of impossible. You're bound to be spotted unless you've already played the game and know where the enemy is. its a catch 22 I guess.

    Cutscenes are a bit too long, but at least interesting.

    New characters like The Boss, are one dimensional and uncharismatic. Eva was a great new character but they went a bit too far with sex appeal in obvious ways.

    Other than that the plot twists are a bit more convincing than past games.    … Expand
  50. dantah
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    A milestone for gaming! Without a doubt, this has some of the best story-telling I have ever come across to in anything.
  51. MasterGames
    Jan 8, 2019
    8
    This game was a turning point in the Metal Gear franchise. The perfect combinatio between gameplay and narrative.
  52. rocco30
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    This game is really exciting and the story has you trying to guess whats gonna happen next and then surprises you.
  53. Leo1754x
    Jan 4, 2021
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, simplesmente fantástico... É criativo, inovador, e muito a frente do seu tempo, o melhor jogo da franquia
  54. elolugo
    Dec 27, 2021
    7
    Good game. Music is great, story is great, graphics has aged well. My only downside would be the gameplay mechanics, specifically shooting mechanics. It's so frustrating. But i can see that this game would be 10/10 easily at time of release
  55. Youngdaggerdick
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    This is the best game I've ever played. It really feels like you are a spy. Best character development best storytelling. Best boss fights. In my opinion Metal Gear Solid 3 defenitely the best game ever
  56. vakond
    Jun 6, 2019
    10
    Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
    Best spy game, and action movie.

    STORY: 10/10
    GRAPHICS- 10/10
    SOUND:10/10

    PS2 best game of all time !!!!!
  57. Madara333
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    Definitivamente a melhor história de todos os Metal Gears.
    Chamativo, inovador, peculiar, se você tiver paciência pra conhecer vai ficar maravilhado com oq esse jogo proporciona.
  58. MYP
    Sep 9, 2022
    9
    A truly earned disappointment! I think me and many others wanted to see the story carried out via the first two solid games to be continued in snake eater but MGS3 brought us another beast entirely. From a gameplay standpoint MGS3 feels like the final composed step in the Metal Gear franchise with abstract tactical gameplay, monolithic cutscenes and dialogs, out of worldly characters andA truly earned disappointment! I think me and many others wanted to see the story carried out via the first two solid games to be continued in snake eater but MGS3 brought us another beast entirely. From a gameplay standpoint MGS3 feels like the final composed step in the Metal Gear franchise with abstract tactical gameplay, monolithic cutscenes and dialogs, out of worldly characters and interactions and over the top action happening everywhere... But the story... That's when the game stumbles a bit. Unlike the first two games which had bombastic espionage action going on with all the different sorrow and woe themes... This one doesn't feel like a harrowing experience. MGS3 is like a 1980's action thriller with phenomenal character work but thin as paper story build up. I wanted to see all these characters do their thing but the story couldn't hold me for it... i just needed that gameplay action instead. Despite lacking the bravura layers of MGS 2, the third installment is a brilliant exercise in video game experimenting and it deserves a 9/10 easily for offering such a smooth espionage action.… Expand
  59. MatthewDavisMed
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    MGS 3 Snake Eater is an absolute masterpiece, and is easily my favorite game in the series. Epic bosses, a great and emotional story, and a third person prospective truly make this a must own. Whether it's on the PS2 or the HD collection.
  60. TheeDannyB
    May 5, 2020
    9
    Such a good game just like the others in the series spent so many hours trying to copy revolver ocelots gun tricks (i failed miserably with my plastic cowboy gun)
  61. Joker64rus
    May 25, 2023
    10
    one of the best games I've ever played, Hideo is truly genuineos... and the theme song is fire maan
  62. Patrick73
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Uno dei 3 migliori videogiochi di sempre. Il miglior metal gear solid per narrativa e profondità dei personaggi.
  63. ArrangedDerty
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Boa história marcando o inicio da história de naked snake, mostrando as perdas, superando a morte e ficando maduro a cada vez que passa no jogo
    Jogabilidade melhor do que a do metal gear solid 2
    Se passando durante a guerra fria e em território da URSS esse jogo é perfeito
  64. Evenstar1985
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    What a thrill!!! This game is my top PS2 game, story, music, voice acting, the camouflage mechanic, the trolling on Raiden lookalike, I still tear on the salute grave scene. It's just the perfect game for me.
  65. AmadeusE
    Feb 14, 2020
    5
    Having never played Metal Gear Solid properly(only tried MGS1 as a kid), I wanted to see what all the fuss is about. And since 3 is chronologically the 1st game in the story, I started with that.

    Sadly, too much focus on stealth, it seems. Not sure if I can knock the game for that, since it's supposed to be a stealth game? Although not being able to pick up enemy weapons doesn't make    Having never played Metal Gear Solid properly(only tried MGS1 as a kid), I wanted to see what all the fuss is about. And since 3 is chronologically the 1st game in the story, I started with that.

    Sadly, too much focus on stealth, it seems. Not sure if I can knock the game for that, since it's supposed to be a stealth game? Although not being able to pick up enemy weapons doesn't make sense. And the trial and error gets kinda dull, when you get spotted and a small army of enemies comes down on you, and you have nothing to defend yourself with, forcing you to just start over, because it gets pretty stupid and silly at that point. You start the game with only a knife and tranquilizer gun for attacking, and have to spend a pretty a long time like that, it seems. Having so much health, even on HARD difficulty, is also pretty weird. I think you have to repeatedly get hit for well over a minute to die. If this is HARD, I wonder what the lower difficulties are like...

    Snake's voice acting is also a bit overdone. Can't tell if his sarcastic or something every time he talks.    … Expand
  66. Caelestiel
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    What a game! The 007 Style, the lore, the camouflage system, CQC system, characters charism, Soundtracks and the Bosses fights. Makes this game the best i`ve ever played.
  67. MrSkellyton
    Dec 14, 2021
    8
    If i had to describe mgs3 in a couple of words I would say it is a flawed masterpiece. For me to unpack why I believe mgs3 is so great I would start with the positives.
    1. The graphics are phenomenal even though it was released in 2004. 2. The gameplay of mgs3 has to be one of the most subtly depthful in any of the games I have played, most games that spout depthful gameplay usually are    If i had to describe mgs3 in a couple of words I would say it is a flawed masterpiece. For me to unpack why I believe mgs3 is so great I would start with the positives.
    1. The graphics are phenomenal even though it was released in 2004. 2. The gameplay of mgs3 has to be one of the most subtly depthful in any of the games I have played, most games that spout depthful gameplay usually are not depthful at all or are overwhelming and make the player focus on menus and reading rather than playing the game. mgs3's under the surface gameplay doesn't force the player to do anything they don't want to do and still makes the game completable with no knowledge of everything in the game but rewards player that think out of the box (I would like to elaborate however I believe it should be experienced blindly) 3. The strongest aspect of mgs3 is its narrative, because I do not wish to spoil the game all I can say is that the story is not just amazing but unlike games like uncharted where the gameplay is at odds with the story, the gameplay perfectly complements it.
    The negatives
    1. The story can get monotonous near the end. 2, This is actually more of a problem of most mgs games and that is the controls. it is genuinely disappointing that such a great game gets heavily weighed down but such a simple aspect, the controls are horrible and you have to expect that with mgs games from this era, yes you do get use to the controls the more you play. however it is still such a barrier entry to the series I would know because it was the thing I had to over come to enjoy this game. you feel less like you're playing a special forces operative and more like a string puppet that is covered in butter.
    But this goes back into what I would describe mgs3 in a couple of works, Flawed Masterpiece. I very much encourage anyone that is a thinking about playing mgs or wanting a story heavy game to play mgs3 and push past the controls because it is very much worth it.    … Expand
  68. OminousFayth
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    The best of the series. The beginning of the saga, and the quintessential Metal Gear!
  69. AbhinavDasiga
    Mar 31, 2020
    9
    This is game is pretty much a James Bond movie where you take control of a covert operative. The characters are over the top and the narrative is compelling. The relationship between Snake and Boss is one of the best in gaming. It also doesn't shy away from making a broader point about the geopolitical reality we live in.
  70. jackjackson4206
    May 15, 2020
    10
    Possibly the best game from the Metal Gear series, and maybe the best game on Playstation 2. In 2020, the controls feel a little dated, but much more manageable than most games from the same period. Cheesy but fun story, especially for fans of the earlier and later MGS games.
  71. Montes6384
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Una obra maestra de video juego, los controles no fueron tan amigables al principio pero mientras uno va avanzando uno se siente como que lo domina. Aquí uno se da cuenta que Big Boss no era alguien malo del todo, grande Kojima.
  72. ChesterField
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    When you think MGS2 was the best game ever and then you got this. New and improve stealth mechanics, surviving skills, weapons and gadgets, even better story line and characters. Its just perfect. 10/10.
  73. tk_248
    May 8, 2023
    7
    I've had more fun compared to the previous one. годзилла гелий......
  74. yangfanhong
    Jul 20, 2021
    9
    The best part of Metal Gear and Metal Gear Solid series has always been the immersive story line.
  75. MegamanZeroX19
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    Un videojuego bastante bueno y altamente recomendado,pero aviso que si has jugado antes otros Metal gear puede que se te dificulte acostumbrarte al nuevo estilo de esta entrega.
  76. Giobar
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    It's impossible to describe this game with few words
    We're in 2021, and still I think there's no game like this.
    This game tecnologically anticipated games for a lot of years, nothing more to say than this: as a game developer myself, I think this is the best game ever.
  77. princessfurios
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    Смело поставлю высочайшую оценку, несмотря на то, что игра уступает по нарративу MGS2 Sons of Liberty и не является столь же глубокой. Она все равно поднимает интересные темы под интересным углом. Да и несмотря на то, что с ее выхода прошло немало лет, игра все еще смотрится интересно за счет постановки (спасибо Хидео Кодзиме). Некоторый сюр, комичность и пародии на 007 дают о себе знать,Смело поставлю высочайшую оценку, несмотря на то, что игра уступает по нарративу MGS2 Sons of Liberty и не является столь же глубокой. Она все равно поднимает интересные темы под интересным углом. Да и несмотря на то, что с ее выхода прошло немало лет, игра все еще смотрится интересно за счет постановки (спасибо Хидео Кодзиме). Некоторый сюр, комичность и пародии на 007 дают о себе знать, но смотрятся уместо и веселят. Диалоги - мое почтение. Особенно с Парамедик. Есть интересные (и красиво поставленные) боссы и куча прикольных вариативных механик для прохождения. Приятно, что наконец довелось пройти эту игру.… Expand
  78. INU4SH4
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    MGS3 is a game that will make you laugh, think, and cry. It's a chaotic roller-coaster that delivers some of the greatest stealth mechanics ever and a very emotional and thought-provoking military story that will stick with you. There is also a lot of Japanese non-sense perfectly blended in the narrative and many sci-fi elements. Metal Gear Solid is a series that has it all. The survivalMGS3 is a game that will make you laugh, think, and cry. It's a chaotic roller-coaster that delivers some of the greatest stealth mechanics ever and a very emotional and thought-provoking military story that will stick with you. There is also a lot of Japanese non-sense perfectly blended in the narrative and many sci-fi elements. Metal Gear Solid is a series that has it all. The survival elements are also incredibly fun.

    The diversity in the backgrounds and the powerful soundtrack also makes this game special. The voice acting and characters are extremely memorable and their motivations are impressive.

    This game is one of the greatest achievements in video game history and a must-play.    … Expand
  79. Veskass
    Aug 6, 2021
    9
    One of the best stealth games ever. The survival aspect fits in very well, the story hypnotizes us from start to finish (and what an end ...) In short, if you like infiltration and good stories, go for it
  80. Solidsnekk
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    My favorite game. For me it's truly a masterpiece. The story, the gameplay mechanics, snake's development as a character, the cold war spy films aesthetic.
    Everything is perfect
  81. luisbortolaso
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    SIM BIG BOSS É O MELHOR E ACABA COM A RAÇA DE UMA MULHER METIDA A BESTA, ALEM DE BIGÃO DÁ UM CACETE NELA, DEPOIS ELE DA UMA RISADINHA NO FINAL, O MELHOR FINAL DE JOGO DE TODOS OS TEMPOS, HIDEO KOJIMÃO MOSTROU QUE É BEM SARCÁSTICO. E TENHO DITO.
  82. Kiomarv
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    Прошёл раз 30! Лучшая часть Mgs и лучшее творение Кодзимы! Гемплей сюжет на недосягаемом уровне для нынешний “творцов”
  83. hocineDZ
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    This is a masterpiece, the atmosphere of the jungle in the ussr is really well implemented you can't rely on the radar to locate enemies anymore only with sound but you can locate animals using radar and use them as food to regenerate stamina only, as for health can be treated using life medicine or in the menu which i really liked to spend time in looking at several camoflages and treatThis is a masterpiece, the atmosphere of the jungle in the ussr is really well implemented you can't rely on the radar to locate enemies anymore only with sound but you can locate animals using radar and use them as food to regenerate stamina only, as for health can be treated using life medicine or in the menu which i really liked to spend time in looking at several camoflages and treat wounds and broken bones through x ray images, groznyj grad.another great location and of course all boss fights from ocelot to the last one the boss it's just epic. This is certainly one of the best games of all time… Expand
  84. Suterusu
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Voice Acting: This game has one of the best written female leads that is voiced by an absolute legend in the voice acting community. David Hayter and the rest of the cast are all on point with their performances as well which adds up to an amazing overall experience that will sit with you for a long time.

    Story: An excellently written and even more brilliantly executed cold war era    Voice Acting: This game has one of the best written female leads that is voiced by an absolute legend in the voice acting community. David Hayter and the rest of the cast are all on point with their performances as well which adds up to an amazing overall experience that will sit with you for a long time.

    Story: An excellently written and even more brilliantly executed cold war era sci-fi/war opera mixed with a love letter to bond era films and a dash of supernatural elements sprinkled about. This story's conclusion will resonate and stay with you and have you questioning morality like a philosopher if you let yourself be immersed in the messages it has to say.

    Gameplay:Absolutely Solid, meaningful options in camouflage and tons of gadgets to work with, CQC has never been as satisfying to perform and listen to later in the series as it is in this game which is a damn shame. Boss design makes for really great fun as you piece together methods and tricks that work against them.

    SFX: Almost everything sounds the way you would expect it to and anything that doesn't sounds so satisfying that you would rather it not sound more realistic. (looking at you CQC sfx)

    Music: Legendary soundtrack that ranges from subtle music perfectly befitting jungle stealth, to a Jame's Bond inspired opening theme, to high octane battle music that will have you grinning and frantic.    … Expand
  85. Po_the_panda497
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Game had a great story and was really fun to this day. And great replay-ability
  86. Anonime
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    Perhaps the best game in the series. Impressive in every way, great characters, great soundtrack, incredible graphics to be from a ps2, bosses that leave your mark forever, and that ending, so great ... Another must play.
  87. FrySP
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    El mejor metal gear de toda la saga, uno de los mejores juegos de play station 2 un juego donde Kojima muestra su máximo potencial , una obra que es muy buena un juego de acción y sigilo que no te puedes perder.
  88. scrampus
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    This is my favorite game of all time. I played the **** out of this game back in the ps2 days and then again on the ps3. Too many memories from this game.
  89. 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...
  90. Hevox
    May 16, 2023
    9
    Another amazing experience from the Kojima teams, the Boss is absolutely iconic, just like the genesis of Revolver Ocelot.
  91. jordanlearmonth
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    So awesome! I love the emphasis on survival that puts shows like survivor to shame, especially on the harder difficulties. I honestly thought it was better looking the it’s successor, guns of the Patriots. While it had its flaws like the notorious camo index, these factors everyone complains about make this game feel more like an authentic infiltration mission where survival isn’tSo awesome! I love the emphasis on survival that puts shows like survivor to shame, especially on the harder difficulties. I honestly thought it was better looking the it’s successor, guns of the Patriots. While it had its flaws like the notorious camo index, these factors everyone complains about make this game feel more like an authentic infiltration mission where survival isn’t necessarily guanteed. I even love how the soliton radar is gone. It feels more realistic this way. Subsistence is this games best version. Snake eater turned me off so much with its top down camera in the soviet jungle. After subsistence fixed it with a free moving camera, it was honestly a night and day difference. All the characters in this game are honestly interesting and most are lovable. The villains like Volgin are easy to hate as they should be. The radio support team is honestly very entertaining and easy to fall in love with. All in all, this is one of the best games ever made that has great replay value as you can find a number of different ways to get through the game. Subsistence also offers further value by offering updated versions mg and mg 2. The ps2 version also offered now missing additions like mesal gear solid and my favorite the secret theater. The post ps2 ports dropped many of the ps2s extra features but it still doesn’t detract from what a masterpiece this game is.… Expand
  92. TheCaroFactor
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    My OG favorite game of all time. Got me into stealth games and I never looked back. This was super ahead of it’s time in graphics, attention to detail, and gameplay. Still the best MGS after all these years. Perfect balance between gameplay and story
  93. mik05
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    To me this is the best Metal Gear game ever. It's just beautiful how even after 18 years this game still goes strong. The new hunting and healing mechanics is just fantastic, and it's surely more forgiving than the traditional healing system. The suppressor durability limit really gives the game a little of realism, and the CAMO index is a fantastic mechanic that can be used in a lot ofTo me this is the best Metal Gear game ever. It's just beautiful how even after 18 years this game still goes strong. The new hunting and healing mechanics is just fantastic, and it's surely more forgiving than the traditional healing system. The suppressor durability limit really gives the game a little of realism, and the CAMO index is a fantastic mechanic that can be used in a lot of funny and enjoyable ways. For who wants to play it, it's a must play.… Expand
  94. punkblud
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    This game is my favorite game in the series as well as one of my favorite games of all time. The plot on its own is a testament to its popularity amongst the rest of the entries in the franchise, it goes in the best direction I think it could have following MGS2, it introduces characters that are instant favorites and sheds light on some character motivations we see both before and afterThis game is my favorite game in the series as well as one of my favorite games of all time. The plot on its own is a testament to its popularity amongst the rest of the entries in the franchise, it goes in the best direction I think it could have following MGS2, it introduces characters that are instant favorites and sheds light on some character motivations we see both before and after MGS3. The gameplay allows the player to go about any given objective how they see fit, there's room for several unique play styles, creating lots of replay value for the players interested in taking different approaches to the game on subsequent playthroughs. It rewards those who go about the game non-lethally but it certainly doesn't limit the player to that particular playstyle. The boss fights have become iconic due to the incredible design, as well as the lore and approaches to beating them, they all feel very unique while still feeling like they fit perfectly in the metal gear solid series we all know and love. This game is filled with secrets like any Kojima game and they help immerse the player in this already immersive game. The controls are improved while still feeling like the controls we've gotten used to during the previous entries. I consider this game the last TRUE metal gear solid game and it has always left me wanting more, I think there's a lot of room for a remake though it will likely never happen.… Expand
  95. keshudioo
    Jan 13, 2023
    10
    Favourite game of my childhood. Loved the gameplay, the story, the characters. Best episode of the MGS series.
  96. Slowracer
    Aug 9, 2020
    10
    One of the Best games ever made, a game that every gamer should play, a unique and unforgettable experience, a script that would make many Hollywood writers jealous, along with a chilling soundtrack, graphics that have aged extremely well.
  97. MrRuneguard
    Aug 22, 2020
    10
    What can I say?? Kojima made a miracle with this game, the bosses are AWESOME, the game play are a little slow when your are a newbie but extremely satisfatory when you get it... a must play game
  98. Gonza9268
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    Simplemente una maravilla en todos los aspectos,tiene una jugabilidad impecable con unos muy buenos controles(un poco desafiantes a día de hoy)
  99. ylnylmn
    May 11, 2023
    9
    What a thrill...
    As good as the first 2 games. This time, the level of romance increased. Even though the radio intervenes... The characters are as we know, each more interesting than the other. Different characters. Many of them have special powers. More fantastic. The game gets emotionally high towards the end. Especially the "snake eater" soundtrack is awesome. The effects of 007 are    What a thrill...
    As good as the first 2 games. This time, the level of romance increased. Even though the radio intervenes... The characters are as we know, each more interesting than the other. Different characters. Many of them have special powers. More fantastic. The game gets emotionally high towards the end. Especially the "snake eater" soundtrack is awesome. The effects of 007 are reflected in the game. I didn't like the boss fights as much as the 2nd game. But still enjoyable and epic. I enjoyed it overall. Kojima made a game like a movie again.    … Expand
  100. Sarri966
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    I love this game and it's one of my best PS2 games. We hope a remake appears soon.
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#5 Best PS2 Game of 2004
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#2 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
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#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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