Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Jun 12, 2008
User Score
8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4356 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,750 out of 4356
  2. Mixed: 239 out of 4356
  3. Negative: 367 out of 4356
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  1. hocineDZ
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    this game caused my ps3 YLOD 4 years of gameplay the disc was living inside the console for almost all the time "war has changed" just the beginning of the game alone is so epic old snake is now using the octocamo technology and holding the siaxixs dualshock 3 to control the Mk. II robot when needed in battle the gameplay is so rich the controller was exploited to the max here there arethis game caused my ps3 YLOD 4 years of gameplay the disc was living inside the console for almost all the time "war has changed" just the beginning of the game alone is so epic old snake is now using the octocamo technology and holding the siaxixs dualshock 3 to control the Mk. II robot when needed in battle the gameplay is so rich the controller was exploited to the max here there are different types of cqc with and without weapon depending on the position of old snake, switching the weapon view from left and right shoulder depending on the situation in battle, laying on your back throwing nades, side rolls standing up or laying down, sensitive L1 touch for throwing nades, knife stunning, 3 slots for weapons inventory and 3 others for items and the use of different kind of traps or magazines you can take side with guerilla fighters if you want to you have the choice to go all lethal or using non lethal weapons and cqc against pmc soldiers or deafeat bosses with non lethal way to get their octocamo, all the classic characters are here, revisiting the shadow moses and hearing the ost "the best is yet to come" playing in the background was one of the best part of the game along with psycho mantis controlling your dualshock 3 cutscene so much nostalgia in this game and they've included the online mode wich kept me playing for 4 years non stop until the servers shutdown and doing the final salute to the game causing my ps3 to die, it was so addictive, this game is by far the best ps3 game of all time hands down.… Expand
  2. Cless
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Amazing conclusion to the series. I didn't mind the cutscenes one bit as it offered balanced segments of great gameplay and deep story. I think the game looked stunning for its time and it's still one of the best spectacles to behold in gaming. This IS my favorite MGS game.
  3. FrySP
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    La mejor exclusiva de Play Station uno de los mejores juegos de PS3 , una jugabilidad genial y una gran historia el fin de una gran serie como lo es metal gear solid.
  4. James2020
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    Excellent game that follows the same pattern of the previous metal gear, only improved. Without adding, it is the best ending to give a saga as long and emotional as this one is.
  5. mansojax
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    Jogo inesquecível! Uma experiência incrível de gameplay e história. Aquisição obrigatória para proprietários de ps3
  6. Ivor
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    ooh soo good 2nd to last game in the time line and the end to solid snakes story it really is amazing
  7. TushNB
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    My favourite game. Perfect blend of story telling and game play. With each play through I discovered hidden features I had previously missed. Even the cut scenes are interactive. Definitely a “guys” game, female players might be offended lol.
  8. soahknam
    May 25, 2021
    10
    As incredible as it sounds, this is my first metal gear solid to play, I was fascinated with the story, the gameplay, the visuals all seemed amazing, this game is a masterpiece that is mandatory to play.

    Story: 10
    Game play: 10
    Music: 9
    Visuals: 10

    Personal Score: 10 A MASTER PIECE !!
  9. Coreinsade
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Лучшая игра для PS3. Просто попробуйте и вы уже не оторветесь. Одним словом КОДЗИМА ГЕНИЙ!
  10. MartinAZ
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    Martin A. - A masterpiece! A work of Art in the form of a game!

    This game had the whole weight of the world on it's shoulders and still proceeded to make Metal Gear Solid Online as a free game mode (at the time). There is nothing to say about 10/10 games. Go in knowing as little as possible about this game and have the time of your life!

    10 out 10.
  11. Jgtyt
    May 6, 2021
    10
    El juego me parece muy bueno por todo en general. Buenos gráficos, buena historia y buenas mecánicas. Lo tiene todo
  12. HadiZaghir
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    I’ve recently finished this game and it’s nothing but unforgettable and extraordinary. It’s an emotional conclusion to the Metal Gear saga which holds a special place in my heart and it’s simply amazing.
  13. BatmanTheNr1
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    absolutely fantastic game, must own for every ps3 owners!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  14. Badr90s
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    Ladies and gentlemen.. the best game ever made in the history of video games, 11 out of 10, name something that isn’t perfect here ? Yeah you, cuz this one delivers an epic finale for the series with a story that exceeds any entertainment media work, all the legendary characters face each other or cooperate, the epic clash it’s finally happening, Solid snake tells everyone why he is stillLadies and gentlemen.. the best game ever made in the history of video games, 11 out of 10, name something that isn’t perfect here ? Yeah you, cuz this one delivers an epic finale for the series with a story that exceeds any entertainment media work, all the legendary characters face each other or cooperate, the epic clash it’s finally happening, Solid snake tells everyone why he is still the man and the best character in video games history, genuis gameplay and mechanics that it’s ahead of it’s time, heart touching all feelings story plot with perfect pacing, bossfights, guns and dejavous soundtrack/cinamatics perfection and next gen graphics, addictive multiplayer as the icing on the cake, it’s good .. isn’t ?… Expand
  15. Drugelis
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    Llegue 13 años tarde pero aún así quiero opinar sobre dicho juego, porque la verdad merece la pena. el trabajo esta muy pulido mas allá de que sea un juego de una consola salida en el año 2006.
    La historia es asombrosa, obviamente se salio de eje debido a que hay cosas que no son partes del entorno metal gear, pero aún mantiene el espíritu que se merece, la verdad es uno de los mejores    Llegue 13 años tarde pero aún así quiero opinar sobre dicho juego, porque la verdad merece la pena. el trabajo esta muy pulido mas allá de que sea un juego de una consola salida en el año 2006.
    La historia es asombrosa, obviamente se salio de eje debido a que hay cosas que no son partes del entorno metal gear, pero aún mantiene el espíritu que se merece, la verdad es uno de los mejores juegos que saco kojima tanto su historia como jugabilidad. muy buen trabajo.

    El final fue extraordinario y concluye de una manera muy sana la saga que tanto jugué.    … Expand
  16. MaxHONDA
    Dec 31, 2021
    10
    Another classic byt kojima, this man is a genius! Metal gear solid is one of the best games out there and you have to buy it and try it.

    Snake and Raiden are very good and this gmaei s very emotional.

    buy it
  17. Klausen
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    fantastic game that have it all.. you are in the story to the end.. it is like controlling a movie.

    I recommend this 100%
  18. Gatesman
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    One of the best metalgearsolid games, you wust want more and more of the story and you are hooked ot it! Kojima is a genius!
  19. Carstenole
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    This is just an amazing game, without a doubt one of the best games in history.
  20. Christianbale
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Great game, and very emotional as well

    This is a masterpiece by Kojima, and a great game
  21. Markussign
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Great movie and a great ending to one of the best games of the history.

    Insane story and great action
  22. Juancazamo
    Jun 16, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mi favorito de toda la saga y lo llevo jugando desde sus versiones msx2 un final concluyente y al mismo tiempo nostálgico no fue fácil despedirnos de la leyenda de old sale… Expand
  23. Phantom_Wolf
    Aug 24, 2022
    10
    Much like the titles that preceded it, MGS 4 has become a landmark in the video game sphere through its transformative uses (and sometimes, even instances co-dependence) in regards to in-game cinematics. It's exceptionally hard to find a game that could justify such an overwhelming amount of non-playable segments when compared to your average gameplay, but because of the attention toMuch like the titles that preceded it, MGS 4 has become a landmark in the video game sphere through its transformative uses (and sometimes, even instances co-dependence) in regards to in-game cinematics. It's exceptionally hard to find a game that could justify such an overwhelming amount of non-playable segments when compared to your average gameplay, but because of the attention to detail and genuine love for the series pouring out of every proverbial pixel, you can't help but admire what the team at Kojima Productions has created here. Through countless development troubles (and even death threats) they managed to create one of the most beautiful send-offs to such a legendary character. There may have been some rough points gameplay-wise or narrative-wise, but when looked at as a whole, this game is a product of its time... and a legendary one at that. It serves as a reminder of simpler times in the gaming industry, when creativity could still shine through. Where it wasn't about blindly following trends, but sticking to your vision and trusting that the team you're in will make something worthwhile. Nostalgia is certainly playing a significant role here, but even as a stand-alone title, MGS 4 is a remarkable example of unyielding ambition that resulted in a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thank you Kojima Productions. Best of luck in your future endeavours.… Expand
  24. Gemprus_
    Jan 13, 2023
    10
    Отличное завершение серии MGS. Ради неё можно и целую пс3 купить)
  25. Agt_Killionaire
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Quite a deep and lovely game. The more you play the other games before in the series the more references and final ties you see it make in this game. This was supposed to be the last Metal Gear Hideo made and it pulled all the correct stops. Unfortunately the community attacked him to make more and we got Metal Gear Solid 5 The Phantom Pain in which Hideo’s story was far and beyond whatQuite a deep and lovely game. The more you play the other games before in the series the more references and final ties you see it make in this game. This was supposed to be the last Metal Gear Hideo made and it pulled all the correct stops. Unfortunately the community attacked him to make more and we got Metal Gear Solid 5 The Phantom Pain in which Hideo’s story was far and beyond what Konami had the budget for.… Expand
  26. Alialsayegh
    Nov 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I hope there will be a remastered or remastered.. the game is very beautiful as a game, story and soundtrack.. and like many things.. I played it from 2008 to this year MGS 4 without exaggeration.. so I keep to this day the Blistine 3.. Just to play MGs4 I was surprised by Konami She succeeded with mgs 4, 3, 2. But I lost and flipped with mgs5! The game will not be at a high level… Expand
  27. Supahgloo
    Mar 19, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't know what goes on inside Hideo Kojima's head but it doesn't get any better than this. Way ahead of its time.… Expand
  28. TheMacarroni
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    A wonderful experience, this is the perfect ending for solid snake, and the franchise overall, the game play feels like a evolved-new generation metal gear, the story is nostalgic and incredible, the characters conflicts are fantastic, and I also the story arc for snake, the fact that he is dying is sad, and is a nice touch, 10/10
  29. xXXADGamerXXx
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An absolute masterpiece by all means! The story, the characters, the gameplay, the music, EVERYTHING!
    I love everything in this game, Hideo Kojima really has made it perfect! But what made me really love this game is the ending, it was perfect to conclude Solid Snake's story along with Big Boss, where they finally meet!

    If there was any score higher than 10, I would gave it easily to this game!    … Expand
  30. LML77
    Jan 12, 2023
    10
    Excellent masterpiece that is easily one of the best games, if not the best game ever made. I just came delivers more to the PlayStation then any game
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best PS3 Game of 2008
2
#2 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2008
2
#2 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2008

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 82 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 82
  3. Negative: 0 out of 82
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    100
    Guns of the Patriots is almost intimidating in the consistent quality of its ideas, invention, and execution...Even by the series' stratospheric standards, MGS4 is a remarkable high point. [June 2008]
  2. IGN UK
    99
    If you've ever loved any one of the Metal Gear games, or any moments from the series, there will come a moment when MGS 4 will send your spirits soaring. If you've loved them all, well then there'll be many, many more. It’s a masterpiece.
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  3. Eurogamer
    80
    Guns of the Patriots is a frustrating, fractured game that turns Metal Gear Solid's world upside down several times over, but never changes it.
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