Metal Gear Solid HD Collection

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  1. BigDave81
    Jan 8, 2012
    10
    Now this is a true HD make over.

    There is so much content on 1 disc that it's almost a dream come true,since many of these mgs titles are some of the best in the epic series.mgs hd collection looks great in hd,and runs at a steady 60fps with no hick-ups from what I've seen so far.plus let's not forget that you also get metal gear and metal gear 2 solid snake as an added bonus,so those new    Now this is a true HD make over.

    There is so much content on 1 disc that it's almost a dream come true,since many of these mgs titles are some of the best in the epic series.mgs hd collection looks great in hd,and runs at a steady 60fps with no hick-ups from what I've seen so far.plus let's not forget that you also get metal gear and metal gear 2 solid snake as an added bonus,so those new to the metal gear series will get to see it all on 1 disc.best polished games ever made period.    … Expand
  2. Mattaclysm
    Feb 4, 2012
    10
    This is one of those things you have a hard time complaining about. MGS3 is in this collection, that instantly makes it great. I played every game on this collection before on PS2 and peace walker on PSP so I'll start out by saying they were all great before, and playing them again, they are all still great. I think the most improved out of all of them is peace walker, it's amazing at howThis is one of those things you have a hard time complaining about. MGS3 is in this collection, that instantly makes it great. I played every game on this collection before on PS2 and peace walker on PSP so I'll start out by saying they were all great before, and playing them again, they are all still great. I think the most improved out of all of them is peace walker, it's amazing at how much better it feels playing MG Peace walker with a dual shock as opposed to the not so fluent PSP controls. MGS3 is probably the only game I've ever found myself being able to play 10 times from start to finish in a row just because it was so awesome. MGS2 is my least favorite in the series but it's still a very good game. Peace walker was originally psp so the graphics aren't as nice as the other two, regardless it's still got good gameplay. Now. I know I might make someone angry with this comment. The only thing I can complain about is the controls for MGS2 and 3 feel incredibly outdated, it would have been nice if they added an updated control scheme. Overall this is the best collection released to date. Hands down. Worth every penny. Do not pass up.… Expand
  3. xPyroMatt
    Feb 15, 2012
    10
    This is the best collection released to date. Sons of Liberty and Snake Eater are two of the best Playstation 2 games ever made, and Peace Walker holds it own. With trophies added and remastered graphics, the experience is greatly enhanced. A must have for sure.
  4. RezzaDee
    Feb 15, 2012
    10
    The best game series of all time in HD, yes the best!
    I love zelda but some games are not as good as others, resident evil has become a change for the worse.
    Konami have really made 3 amazing games in HD for a great price also.
    Not much more to say as we all know MGS rules!
    Only wish Konami didn't sellout and make this on the gaybox 360.
  5. Eros
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    this is a real piece of art a grat chance for new players play a fantastic collection , metal gear have a nice balance of gameplay, history , and graphics
  6. k22k
    Feb 21, 2012
    10
    MGS3 is one of the best games ever. MGS2 is one of the best PS2 games ever, and Peace Walker is one of the best PSP games ever. This collection is a real piece of art.
  7. Watermelon789
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    If you weren't able to play MGS3 and MGS2 back in the PS2 era this is the excellent chance to play those masterpieces . Now in HD, the quality is top-notch and beautifully clear image. Also Peace Walker comes in the collection to satisfy those that weren't able to play it . It's a bummer that MGS 1 it's not in the package but overall if you have online (PSN) you can find it. I'mIf you weren't able to play MGS3 and MGS2 back in the PS2 era this is the excellent chance to play those masterpieces . Now in HD, the quality is top-notch and beautifully clear image. Also Peace Walker comes in the collection to satisfy those that weren't able to play it . It's a bummer that MGS 1 it's not in the package but overall if you have online (PSN) you can find it. I'm re-replaying this all over again but now I'm more happier with the trophies .… Expand
  8. SavageSloth
    Jan 15, 2012
    10
    The greatest HD collection out there. Metal Gear Solid needs no introduction. You get 5 games in total(MGS3,MGS PW, MGS 2, MG and MG2SS) and a lot of extra content. There is no thinking about buying this, it's a must buy.
  9. x360small29
    Dec 4, 2011
    10
    i was worried about how much i would really enjoy playing these games again, so i was hesitant on picking it up but my lord this is the best hd collection made to date!! better than the shadow of colossus /ico collection and both god of war collections if you are remotely a mgs fan buy this now! stop reading and buy it
  10. DeLeon
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    This is the perfect collection 5 great games of one of the best series in the histori of gamming dont waste your time in MW3 or BF3 get a real work of art
  11. Lolasaurus
    Jan 2, 2012
    10
    It's just absolutely unbelievable how above par the MGS series stands not only as a video game but as a work of art. Even knowing all of even the smallest details, playing through these just blows me away. Makes the early Bond films seem not only vapid but dull in comparison, not to mention putting Elder Scrolls/ Uncharted/ Batman/ et al "game of the year" titles to shame.
  12. Velsuan
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    A gift from Kojima. I've finished Snake Eater ten minutes ago, and despite the weird gameplay I'm amazed by this masterpiece! The story brings together cold war history, conspiracy theory, profound drama, 'overthetop' action scenes, war hero tragedy, and so on. I'm about to begin Peace Walker, which is the only one of the MGS saga I haven't already played. For what I saw of the threeA gift from Kojima. I've finished Snake Eater ten minutes ago, and despite the weird gameplay I'm amazed by this masterpiece! The story brings together cold war history, conspiracy theory, profound drama, 'overthetop' action scenes, war hero tragedy, and so on. I'm about to begin Peace Walker, which is the only one of the MGS saga I haven't already played. For what I saw of the three games, the HD treatment gives us the masterpieces as they should have been since the beginnings. The sounds and graphics are the best and have nothing to envy from some of the games of the last year! You surely have noted that I'm not objective in this short review.. so be it. Long live, Kijoma!… Expand
  13. andree1991
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    I was so damn happy when this came out. It made MGS3 which is my favourite game ever and made it SO MUCH BETTER. Better resolution, screen ratio, framerate, camera control. And it comes with equally improved MGS2 and Peace walker. This game is just one of those that you must get no matter on which console you play on. The only bad thing i can think about is that it doesn't have the monkeyI was so damn happy when this came out. It made MGS3 which is my favourite game ever and made it SO MUCH BETTER. Better resolution, screen ratio, framerate, camera control. And it comes with equally improved MGS2 and Peace walker. This game is just one of those that you must get no matter on which console you play on. The only bad thing i can think about is that it doesn't have the monkey hunting game and that playable dream sequence in the prison of MGS3 and the skateboarding minigame of MGS2. I would give it a 9.9 but its closer to tn and thats the closest i can rate it :/… Expand
  14. CaptSarge
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Every single game in this collection is worth 10/10 score and now it's on one disc, in HD, in 60 fps and in the best possible edition. If you never played Metal Gear games before, you should buy it.
  15. metalman04
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    ive only played mg twin snakes on GameCube like 4 times and i consider that one 2 b the best one and now with this classic remake i get to play all of them and have them one one Blu ray disc in hd its sooooo fantastic
  16. ZeNublet
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Each and every Metal Gear Solid game was a masterpiece. The story, characters, humour, environment it was all so captivating that you would want to play more. You really do feel drawn into the game and what is going on and do get your emotions tugged at during certain portions of the game. If there are some series that deserves to be fully remade this is probably one of them.

    The game    Each and every Metal Gear Solid game was a masterpiece. The story, characters, humour, environment it was all so captivating that you would want to play more. You really do feel drawn into the game and what is going on and do get your emotions tugged at during certain portions of the game. If there are some series that deserves to be fully remade this is probably one of them.

    The game keeps to its roots with this. They are using the subsistence version of the games so it allows you to tweak certain things such the camera angle. Over all I say if you haven't played it previously this is a must buy. Even if you have and you don't have a copy that you can play like if your ps2 is gone then you should buy it.    … Expand
  17. ZeV
    Dec 7, 2011
    10
    This collection in glorious HD is a masterpiece on PS3 ! All fans of MetalGear series have to buy this remastered collection ! In my opinion,Metal Gear Solid Collection HD is the best HD compilation ever made ! It's a masterpiece and really awesome.
  18. AlphaCharlie511
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Absolutely fan-freaking-tastic. MGS4 was the first mgs game I ever bought, back when it first came out. Ever since, I fell in love with the metal gear characters and story. However, I never did get around to buying earlier installments until much later, when I bought MGS1 on the psn a while back. Right after doing so I bought mgs2 and 3 on a gamefly trial, and after speed playing them IAbsolutely fan-freaking-tastic. MGS4 was the first mgs game I ever bought, back when it first came out. Ever since, I fell in love with the metal gear characters and story. However, I never did get around to buying earlier installments until much later, when I bought MGS1 on the psn a while back. Right after doing so I bought mgs2 and 3 on a gamefly trial, and after speed playing them I felt really dissatisfied, I wanted to own them. So I considered buying them used on amazon, until i caught wind of the MGSHD collection. I decided to wait over half a year for it's release, and I am not disappointed. If you already have the games and just want to play them in HD, I don't think it would be wise. MGS2 still looks a lot like a ps2 game, only it doesn't distort or granulate when played on big expensive tv's. MGS3, however, looks extremely close to a ps3 game, but the added kicks is that it's the subsidence version so it has a bunch of added features and a controllable camera, making gameplay a whole lot less awkward. I have yet to play peace walker, but I have heard that it is the main selling point with it has much better controls and ps3-esque graphics. It also has a new, addictive multiplayer. So if you own MGS2 Substance, MGS3 subsidence, and peace walker, then you should skip this. But if you don't and love metal gear, or just want to give this game series a try, then I can't recommend this game enough.… Expand
  19. funkydoodycool
    May 4, 2015
    10
    One of the best "HD" collections on PS3, surpassing most simply for its great updating of the games included. Many HD mixes I've found to be lacking, really just highlighting the fact that things have moved on a lot between the PS2 and PS3 generations. It helps that the games here (actually I can't speak about Peace Walker as I have yet to play it on PSP OR in this collection) wereOne of the best "HD" collections on PS3, surpassing most simply for its great updating of the games included. Many HD mixes I've found to be lacking, really just highlighting the fact that things have moved on a lot between the PS2 and PS3 generations. It helps that the games here (actually I can't speak about Peace Walker as I have yet to play it on PSP OR in this collection) were amongst those that pushed their original hardware, but really you'd almost accept these as being from their current (now last) generation.

    IF you don't know what MGS is you won't even be looking at this. The series is famous as the best stealthy games, encouraging you to sneak around enemies rather than attack them head on.

    Crazy characters throughout, fun boss fights that require some brainpower and dexterity and very interesting (if weird and wacky) stories will drag you through all the games.

    The ONLY way to improve this collection would have been the inclusion of the first MGS game - although it does include Metal Gear 1 and 2 of the MSX as added bonuses.    … Expand
  20. hurlyburlycurly
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    SNAKE? SNAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAKE!?!?!!!!? continue????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
  21. BasilZero
    Mar 5, 2019
    10
    Game: Metal Gear Solid HD Collection
    Genre: Action/Stealth
    Developer: Kojima Productions Publisher: Konami System: Playstation 3 (PS3) Year of Release: 2011 Length of Playthrough: 71 Hours Total Score: 96/100 Value Score: 9.6/10 • Story: 10/10 • Characters: 10/10 • GamePlay: 10/10 • Graphics: 9/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 7/10 • Length: 10/10 • Replay Value: 10/10 •    Game: Metal Gear Solid HD Collection
    Genre: Action/Stealth
    Developer: Kojima Productions
    Publisher: Konami
    System: Playstation 3 (PS3)
    Year of Release: 2011
    Length of Playthrough: 71 Hours

    Total Score: 96/100
    Value Score: 9.6/10

    • Story: 10/10
    • Characters: 10/10
    • GamePlay: 10/10
    • Graphics: 9/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 7/10
    • Length: 10/10
    • Replay Value: 10/10
    • Player Value: 10/10

    Pros
    +Includes a total of five games: Metal Gear, Metal Gear II, Metal Gear Solid 2 HD, Metal Gear Solid 3 HD, and Metal Gear Sold Peace Walker HD
    +All games in 720p in 60 FPS
    +Trophy support for MGS2, MGS3 and MGSPW
    +All additional content from expanded versions for MGS2 and MGS3 included
    +Transfarring feature for MGSPW to be compatible with the PSP version

    Cons
    -Does not include the original Metal Gear Solid game unless you buy the Legacy collection    … Expand
  22. Rye631
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    Worth the price of admission for mgs3 alone. Peacewalker and mgs2 are gravy. I'm rating this based on mgs3, the game looks great in HD and cleans up the display which I found muddy on the ps2. If you missed mgs3 or are a big fan of the metal gear series, you owe it to yourself to pick these up and enjoy some classic gaming. These games are just so much fun and interesting.
  23. Mikeandrew45
    Nov 23, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The biggest seller in my God honest opinion would have to be Peacewalker. I know how much frustration I had when your trying to adjust the camera angle whenever your trying to get that S rank on vehicle battles without being alerted. The HD feeling in all three games is just....wow. The Transfarring feature in my opinion seems.... a little weird in my opinion. I know that your one of many that probably has over two hundred hours worth of gameplay on to your PSP and is mad that those trophies didn't ring if you transfarred. I'm not disappointed by this, actually I don't mind having to redo the game over again just to get the trophies and utilize the second analog stick to my advantage. MGS2 and MGS3 in HD is awesome in my opinion. the Trophies added to the two games makes my adventures alot challenging and interesting. The End battle is like always a very....big challenge if you want to challenge yourself in a sniper to sniper battle. As far as MGS2 words can't sum up how good the game is.

    Overall, I'd like to say thank you so much Mr. Kojima, you haven't let all your fans down when you released the HD collection here. This is highly recommended for both Casual and Hardcore MGS fans and the coming generation looking for an interesting Stealth game.    … Expand
  24. ilovegames32
    Sep 30, 2012
    10
    Just finished silent hill HD collection on hard action/hard puzzle mode & needed a few days off so my brain could Recuperate lol great games!!! Now its metal gear solid HD turn so lets start with the good:the graphics are at there best in snake eater(my opinion) everything looks great but when it comes to grass or leaves you can see the Pixels clearly! I thought peace walker would have theJust finished silent hill HD collection on hard action/hard puzzle mode & needed a few days off so my brain could Recuperate lol great games!!! Now its metal gear solid HD turn so lets start with the good:the graphics are at there best in snake eater(my opinion) everything looks great but when it comes to grass or leaves you can see the Pixels clearly! I thought peace walker would have the better graphics but oddly enough it seems like there's a bit more brightness to the colors used in peace walker than snake eater! Controls & gameplay:snake eater handles perfectly as I played this One on the ps2 so I hopped right in without any difficulty when dealing with controls but newcomers to snake eater, peace walker & mgs 2 might find it awkward & confusing! gameplay has always been great in mgs games so veterans like myself will find it well implemented,easy to use while remaining challenging.but once again the new generation of gamers(I.E. cod players gow players) will have to get used to its Uniqueness & Complexity but once you do you will be pulled into a very enjoyable action/stealth experience! Story:probably the best aspect of these games is the story as its told by interesting characters whether good or bad!! I just love how naked snake assumes or should I say unwantedly assumes the title of big boss in snake eater as well as peace walkers story as snake I mean big boss only takes the missions to truly see if the boss is alive!! Mgs 2 story is good but I prefer to play as snake all the way through not just certain parts as raiden is the main character but all three games are excellently written & paced,the voice acting is perfect and the characters are just believable as you make your way through these rare masterpieces by hideo kojima!! you just can't find great storytelling in games these days anymore as game developers focus more on style then substance with is sad! now the bad:new generation gamers acceptance of these classics as these great games do not follow your typical 3rd person shooter these days so if the new generation keep an open mind to the length(which these games are long)substance(actually gives you a rewarding & entertaining story) last generation control scheme(but easy to learn) then there's basically nothing wrong here! oh & if you hate ling cutscenes just skip them your not forced to watch them ya know.....10/10… Expand
  25. phongsavath25
    Dec 16, 2011
    10
    Metal Gear Solid Collection HD is the best by far the greatest game i played, brings me back memories when i had the PS2, all the collection is in HD, makes the picture clear and fun to play, I'm always a big fan of the game, i want everyone to get it.
  26. nomugs
    Jan 3, 2012
    10
    Sensational games all on one disc in glorious HD, the up conversion is brilliant here. This is how remake should be done. 10/10 the stories remain as intense and gripping as ever and gameplay shows no signs of age.
  27. pedromont32
    Jan 16, 2012
    10
    The wait is over. I remember about 3 years ago that i wanted to play mgs 2 so so badly but i couldn't cause i didn't have a ps2 or an xbox, just my ol good 360. 3 years after here i am with not only mgs 2 but with mgs3, whic is even better and mgspw (altough i would liked it to be mgs: twin snakes) a promising game i haven't start playing yet. If you have never played any mgs game this isThe wait is over. I remember about 3 years ago that i wanted to play mgs 2 so so badly but i couldn't cause i didn't have a ps2 or an xbox, just my ol good 360. 3 years after here i am with not only mgs 2 but with mgs3, whic is even better and mgspw (altough i would liked it to be mgs: twin snakes) a promising game i haven't start playing yet. If you have never played any mgs game this is the game you should buy without a DOUBT… Expand
  28. cravix28
    Jan 21, 2012
    10
    definatly one of the must have collection packs out there the only drawback is where is the hd copy of twin snakes or did nintendo block that good thing i still have a copy of the original metal gear so now i have a pretty close complete set
  29. Sidders
    Feb 7, 2012
    10
    This is christmas come early for me!. A chance to play some of my favorite games of all time in HD was too good too miss. I was never really a big fan of Sons of Liberty too be honest, thought the storyline was too confusing and the less said about the character Raiden the better!. Playing it again in this HD collection made me realise what a good game it is tho. Defiantly gone up in myThis is christmas come early for me!. A chance to play some of my favorite games of all time in HD was too good too miss. I was never really a big fan of Sons of Liberty too be honest, thought the storyline was too confusing and the less said about the character Raiden the better!. Playing it again in this HD collection made me realise what a good game it is tho. Defiantly gone up in my estimation. As for Snake Eater...probably one of my best games of all time. The storyline, characters and gameplay are a thing of beauty, and playing it in HD made me drool!. Not had a chance to play Peace Walker yet but Ive heard good things about it and even without playing that i am able to give this a 10/10.… Expand
  30. Ruhject
    Mar 3, 2012
    10
    This game is one of the best selling franchises on PS2 and now its on PS3 in HD. Just the sheer fact of playing this game again let alone the fact that it is in HD now is exhilarating. It is a wonderful collection to get. It is also great for the die hard MGS fan. It is not only a great game but it brings back memories of long nights and days staying up to beat the originals on PS2.This game is one of the best selling franchises on PS2 and now its on PS3 in HD. Just the sheer fact of playing this game again let alone the fact that it is in HD now is exhilarating. It is a wonderful collection to get. It is also great for the die hard MGS fan. It is not only a great game but it brings back memories of long nights and days staying up to beat the originals on PS2. Overall it's a great investment spending only $60 for three top selling PS2 games that all deserve a 10/10.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

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  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. GamingXP
    Mar 13, 2012
    90
    In the Metal Gear Solid – HD Collection fans and newbies alike will find an almost perfect adaption of the classic games.
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  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 13, 2012
    92
    Features three different Metal Gear Solid games that have been improved graphically quite a bit. However, the basic gameplay remains unchanged, so there aren't any new changes to the old formula. This is only a good thing if you like the series' stealth action style of play but a very bad thing if you just hate sneaking around and prefer shooting your enemies. Nevertheless, even without any big changes this is still a great collection of some really good games for fans of the series. [March 2012]
  3. Official PlayStation Magazine Benelux
    Mar 4, 2012
    89
    Kojima-san spent most of his childhood in front of the television and always wanted to be a movie director. Even though he might not have made it to Hollywood, his genius and cinematic talent are what made this series and its characters so iconic. [March 2012, p.90]
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