Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes

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  1. Zzgashi
    Mar 18, 2014
    8
    I feel like all of the new features that make Ground Zeros new and interesting have come at the costs of all the features that make a Metal Gear Solid game feel like a Metal Gear Solid game. Despite all the new freedom of an open world, much of how you interact with the world is gone. There is no longer knocking on surfaces, or an inventory of an sort. Move, shoot, and CQC are your onlyI feel like all of the new features that make Ground Zeros new and interesting have come at the costs of all the features that make a Metal Gear Solid game feel like a Metal Gear Solid game. Despite all the new freedom of an open world, much of how you interact with the world is gone. There is no longer knocking on surfaces, or an inventory of an sort. Move, shoot, and CQC are your only interactions, and they made it far too easy to shoot your way through problems. Snake's health now regenerates on it's own as fast as a Call of Duty game, so there's almost no consequence to getting seen. The open world aspect means there is a lot more to explore now, but without an inventory or anything to find besides new quests, which only serve to burn time. In terms of characters and story the lack of a codec means you only get anything from the people you directly encounter, and having Kaz describe to you what you are seeing through your binoculars. The overall tone of the game is very dark and lacks the suspense, mystery, and sense of humor found in previous games. Overall I am hugely disappointed in this game, but it's not completely broken.… Expand
  2. wilbhaas
    Mar 23, 2014
    10
    Metal Gear Solid still reaches into my heart after all those wonderfull titles. beautiful preview to the next title, lore and gameplay. and a real good stealthgame too with a smart AI. great graphics on PS3. Great choice with Kiefer Sutherland! Wonderfull work thx to kojima and his talentet team. Ennio Morricone thank you too. Looking forward with pleasure! Hope phantom pain fulfills myMetal Gear Solid still reaches into my heart after all those wonderfull titles. beautiful preview to the next title, lore and gameplay. and a real good stealthgame too with a smart AI. great graphics on PS3. Great choice with Kiefer Sutherland! Wonderfull work thx to kojima and his talentet team. Ennio Morricone thank you too. Looking forward with pleasure! Hope phantom pain fulfills my expectations and the promises.… Expand
  3. farenly
    Mar 20, 2014
    10
    While a lot of people talk about this games lenght, there are a lot of games out there that do the same: are short, and have moderate prices (Gone Home, for example, a game I can't find what to like). The game is one of the most beautiful and refined Metal Gear Solid, with an amazing gameplay, fluid and modern.
    The side ops are like in Peace Walker, and they are really fun, some can be as    While a lot of people talk about this games lenght, there are a lot of games out there that do the same: are short, and have moderate prices (Gone Home, for example, a game I can't find what to like). The game is one of the most beautiful and refined Metal Gear Solid, with an amazing gameplay, fluid and modern.
    The side ops are like in Peace Walker, and they are really fun, some can be as extended in lenght as the main mission.
    The story is compelling, the voice acting superb, and the easter eggs awesome.
    Before critizing the game for his price and lenght, play it and enjoy it to the full, because at the end you will see where your money went.
    I can assure you, it is worth it.
    For its price, I couldnt find ONE weakness in this game. Maybe something related to the story, but not something that would ruin the tense and thrilling experience the game offered me.
    It is your choice, wether to trust in biased reviews, with the only argument being the fact that the game is """""short""""", or to trust in your own experience and impressions, when you play it.
    As once Naomi (MGS1) said: "Like beauty, truth is in the eye of the beholder"    … Expand
  4. myEVILi
    Mar 19, 2014
    8
    GZ is a like PW on steroids. Instead of one long game, GZ is broken up into small missions with various completion times (like PW). My first run through the story mission took me 80mins and each side-op between 30-60mins. Each mission begs for replay though to earn S-rank, prisoners to rescue, trophies, and complete "Trails" or challenges (like fastest time to mark all enemies). WithGZ is a like PW on steroids. Instead of one long game, GZ is broken up into small missions with various completion times (like PW). My first run through the story mission took me 80mins and each side-op between 30-60mins. Each mission begs for replay though to earn S-rank, prisoners to rescue, trophies, and complete "Trails" or challenges (like fastest time to mark all enemies). With practice, you can complete each mission in 10mins.

    GZ is a tough MGS game because enemies see farther and stick together. Guards will have no problem spotting you in daylight from 100 meters away. Bullet drop and limited ammo also makes things more difficult. No more easy PW headshots. No camo index, but shadows are your friend concealing Snake like the tall grass from MGS3. The biggest improvement is Snake's fluid movement. Compared to Old Snake you will practically glide across the map. The biggest disappointment was PS3 graphics. Texture pop in was common and 30fps is noticeable choppy during cutscenes.

    All and all this game is worth the $20 I paid and got me pumped for Phantom Pain next year (or 2). The series is taking a bold new direction like it has with all its entries and I'm loving it. Any MGS or stealth fan will love GZ.    … Expand
  5. Hupples
    Mar 19, 2014
    8
    A very good game, and worth the $30 if you are a fan of the Metal Gear Solid series (especially Snake Eater and Peace Walker) and care about the story and characters involved therein. This is a game for such people to get a taste of what is to come in The Phantom Pain and to bridge the gap between it and Peace Walker. People who are not fans of the series or the titles in it featuringA very good game, and worth the $30 if you are a fan of the Metal Gear Solid series (especially Snake Eater and Peace Walker) and care about the story and characters involved therein. This is a game for such people to get a taste of what is to come in The Phantom Pain and to bridge the gap between it and Peace Walker. People who are not fans of the series or the titles in it featuring Naked Snake may want to wait until this game is cheaper to give it a shot, or avoid it altogether. Also, cries of "it is too short" or "there is not enough content" are unfounded. I played the game about 12 hours when I first got it and it said I had only 20% completion. Granted, there is only the one map, but it feels very different during different times of day and different weather conditions which the side missions allow one to experience. There is plenty of content for the price, whether one wants to experience all the content depends on their willingness to actually play it.

    That out of the way, what does the game have going for it? The animation quality is much improved over any other game in the series as is the graphical quality overall. However, on a PS3 the graphics will not be as good as PS4 or in trailers as a PS3 is simply not powerful enough. The game runs at 720P (1080i) and the FPS struggles to stay at 30 with frequent drops.

    The story is focused on Paz and the story is told primarily through cassette tapes that the player can choose to listen to either in the main menu or in game on the i-Droid device which is accessed by pressing the start button. There are very few cutscenes in the game, and instead the meat of the story is told through these tapes.

    If you do not like the reflex (slow motion upon getting sighted) mode that was added in this game, it can easily be disabled in the options. The game's greatest strength is the increased freedom of movement over previous entries in the series. Want to get a better view of an area? Climb up on top of something. Want to get around a fence quickly? Climb, or jump over it. This, coupled with the openness of the areas allows many ways to reach objectives and explore the environment. The guns seem to work just as well as in MGS4 if not better. The main problem with the controls is context sensitivity on several buttons, a fairly common problem for console games. Also annoying are the hold to aim binoculars bound to R2, which I found myself frequently deselecting on accident while I was trying to mark targets, since this is something one needs to do almost constantly it is more annoying than it would be otherwise.    … Expand
  6. Keyshen
    Mar 18, 2014
    10
    One of the best games to come out in recent memory. All the negative reviews are a bunch of idiots that don't even own the game. I beat the game once on normal and I have only completed 10% of the game. Yet there are people on here that say the game is only 90 minutes? LOL
    There is one main chapter and 5 side ops, also there are collectible and lots of things to do in the base on the main    One of the best games to come out in recent memory. All the negative reviews are a bunch of idiots that don't even own the game. I beat the game once on normal and I have only completed 10% of the game. Yet there are people on here that say the game is only 90 minutes? LOL
    There is one main chapter and 5 side ops, also there are collectible and lots of things to do in the base on the main mission. The story takes place right after Peace Walker and really leaves you scratching your head and wanting more at the end. If you are a MGS fan THIS game is for you! $20 is a steal for all the content. It is just like peace walker in the sense that you can play tons of extras from the main menu. There are diary entries from Paz, and several other cassettes from Kaz and Huey.
    The only real complaint I see with this game is the length to price ratio, the gameplay is solid and the graphics are amazing considering its on 7 year old hardware. Completely blows any title from last year out of the water even though the main mission is quite short. But with the extra ops, all the collectibles, reputability and extras, this is easily worth the $20 price tag.    … Expand
  7. MaxPayneIsGod
    Jul 28, 2014
    8
    Possibly the cheekiest money grabbing ploy in the history of gaming, or in entertainment as I come to think of it. It's still classic MGS but it's simply not worth the money. It looks amazing, sounds amazing, has an awesome narrative, I mean what's there is simply perfect, it's just ridiculously short. I knew what I was getting into before I bought it, I knew it was a 2 hour campaign,Possibly the cheekiest money grabbing ploy in the history of gaming, or in entertainment as I come to think of it. It's still classic MGS but it's simply not worth the money. It looks amazing, sounds amazing, has an awesome narrative, I mean what's there is simply perfect, it's just ridiculously short. I knew what I was getting into before I bought it, I knew it was a 2 hour campaign, but when it ended my jaw was agape and I honestly said out loud 'Is that it?'. I'm aware there are extra missions now that the game is finished but finding the time to get back to them is pretty hard. Still it is classic Metal Gear but it should've been $10 DLC or free with a pre-order, or free with people who have saves of MGS4. 8/10 down from a 10 due to price and length… Expand
  8. badbluewolf
    Mar 18, 2014
    8
    The gameplay is a mix of fluent mechanics mixed with gorgeous graphics. The lack of cinematics adds to the whole experience and what is produced is a worthy predecessor to Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain. My only criticism, and I know it won't be like this for MSG5, is that it was way to short. I think I got through it in about 2-3 hours. But I guess the fact I wanted to play it forThe gameplay is a mix of fluent mechanics mixed with gorgeous graphics. The lack of cinematics adds to the whole experience and what is produced is a worthy predecessor to Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain. My only criticism, and I know it won't be like this for MSG5, is that it was way to short. I think I got through it in about 2-3 hours. But I guess the fact I wanted to play it for longer is a good sign right? There's nothing worse than a terrible game that drags on for days and days that after you wouldn't touch with a 60ft pole (see my review on Rambo: The video game for more on that).… Expand
  9. fa1601
    Mar 18, 2014
    9
    Los que ponen negativo no critican el juego en si, critican el precio son unos payasos! Abran un foro que se llame lo indignados por el precio de Metal Gear Solid 5 Ground Zeroes! Tiene terrible potencia el juego en movimiento!
  10. Afrosheen
    Mar 23, 2014
    10
    Like Keyshen said, ignore the reviews saying it's a 2 hour game. You beat it in 2 hours and you get 9 or 10% complete on the main screen, and a bunch of new side ops and challenges open up. There are things to collect, timers to beat, and nearly unlimited objectives. On top of this, there is a global scoreboard for many statistics, adding an additional layer of challenge. How long can youLike Keyshen said, ignore the reviews saying it's a 2 hour game. You beat it in 2 hours and you get 9 or 10% complete on the main screen, and a bunch of new side ops and challenges open up. There are things to collect, timers to beat, and nearly unlimited objectives. On top of this, there is a global scoreboard for many statistics, adding an additional layer of challenge. How long can you drive a vehicle on 2 wheels? How far away can you tranquilize enemies? How far can you launch an enemy with an explosion? These statistics and more are submitted and compared online globally. You won't believe how fast someone completed a mission, or how far they have driven on two wheels. These are the finer points of the game that give it legs since there is no multiplayer.

    Is this a full-on Metal Gear title? Nope. It's a prelude to Phantom Pain and it takes place directly after the events in Peace Walker. Peace Walker is heavily referenced from the beginning so I highly recommend you play Peace Walker HD to get caught up (and to see where a lot of the "new" gameplay elements came from). Kojima was already adjusting Metal Gear to play like this with Peace Walker, but nobody considered it a full blown entry in the series because it was PSP-only for a while.

    At any rate, if you're a fan of the series, this is a cheap entry fee to experience the new Fox engine and the improved controls for yourself. Once you have beaten this 100%, you should be ready to take on Phantom Pain.    … Expand
  11. CPD98
    Oct 19, 2014
    8
    He gastado 20 euros y para nada me siento estafado. Habré jugado mas de diez horas y estoy muy satisfecho con MGSV, espero que TPP mantenga la calidad visual (se ve impresionante en PS3) y la misma jugabilidad, mucho mas dinámica y ágil que en los anteriores MGS.
    La gente que pone negativos, que queréis que os diga,...
    El juego, llamadlo demo o lo que queráis pero es bueno y apunta    He gastado 20 euros y para nada me siento estafado. Habré jugado mas de diez horas y estoy muy satisfecho con MGSV, espero que TPP mantenga la calidad visual (se ve impresionante en PS3) y la misma jugabilidad, mucho mas dinámica y ágil que en los anteriores MGS.
    La gente que pone negativos, que queréis que os diga,...
    El juego, llamadlo demo o lo que queráis pero es bueno y apunta maneras para la entrega completa, la cual si se mantiene así no me perderé para nada.
    Ground Zeroes me ha dejado mas satisfecho que MGS4, así de claro.    … Expand
  12. Compadre783
    Mar 27, 2014
    8
    It's sure is a nice demo, though, a bit overpriced. You've got to consider that it's kind of epic, lengthy (for a demo) and has lots of bonus content. Sets the mood for The Phantom Pain.
  13. BlueBuffalo
    Mar 27, 2014
    8
    Short and sweet, that's what this game is. It's all about the freedom of traverse and the freedom of completing the tasks in your own way, which is every stealth player's paradise. Unfortunately, it only lasts for a couple of hours, including all the side missions.But there's a lot packed into those couple of hours, and if you'll search for all the additional content, you'll definitelyShort and sweet, that's what this game is. It's all about the freedom of traverse and the freedom of completing the tasks in your own way, which is every stealth player's paradise. Unfortunately, it only lasts for a couple of hours, including all the side missions.But there's a lot packed into those couple of hours, and if you'll search for all the additional content, you'll definitely find some in this game. All in all, it's the best stealth experience you'll get in a long while, but it's not for everyone.… Expand
  14. EderRedfield
    Mar 18, 2014
    8
    If i go to the movies, i don't complain that i paid the same price for a 90 minute masterpiece than a 2 and a half hour borefest.

    That's the case with Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. Yes, the main mission (NOT the whole game) is very short. Also, the ending is disappointing and unfulfilling. However, those are the only two flaws in a game that has some of the best stealth mechanics    If i go to the movies, i don't complain that i paid the same price for a 90 minute masterpiece than a 2 and a half hour borefest.

    That's the case with Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. Yes, the main mission (NOT the whole game) is very short. Also, the ending is disappointing and unfulfilling.
    However, those are the only two flaws in a game that has some of the best stealth mechanics in recent memory. It's fun, challenging and engaging. Also, contrary to what people say, if you are one of those people that likes to get 100% in games, then you get a bang for your buck here. The missions are varied and getting the best rating demands a lot of replays.

    So yeah, i liked this game. I can assure you, if this was a $15 downloadable game, everyone would be giving it 10's.    … Expand
  15. TRAPALATOR
    Mar 29, 2014
    8
    Is the game more short ever seen , but the most game with more care than other AAA. Without forgotten than the others mission do it a game more extensive.
  16. IronFistofFlame
    Apr 6, 2014
    9
    When it comes to this game I knew what I was paying. I knew it was going to be a short game, but in gameplay was not disappointed one bit. For people who have not played a Metal Gear Solid game it is recommended to not get this game but instead get something like Metal Gear Solid: HD Collection for your money's worth. But for Metal Gear Solid fans (like me) there is a deeper experienceWhen it comes to this game I knew what I was paying. I knew it was going to be a short game, but in gameplay was not disappointed one bit. For people who have not played a Metal Gear Solid game it is recommended to not get this game but instead get something like Metal Gear Solid: HD Collection for your money's worth. But for Metal Gear Solid fans (like me) there is a deeper experience that we participate in. I would be more worried about Metal Gear Solid: Phantom Pain. Which Kojima says that he is worried that people will not be able to finish it. If you want a quick background for the game's story, watch it online. But if you want to try the next installment in the series ahead of time, and try out its new gaming mechanics then at least rent it from a Redbox or local store. Overall I still find much enjoyment in this "prologue" and am looking forward to Kojima's next game.… Expand
  17. AwsomeCharlie
    Apr 12, 2014
    10
    I freakin love this game. I have put 30+ hours into this and I am still entertained by this amazing product. I know, I know, this game can be beaten in less than 10 minutes, but that's part of the fun. Speed running has always been thrilling, and to this day I don't think any stealth game has been so...so...AMAZING!!!!!!!!! The controls are pitch-perfect and the graphics are still goodI freakin love this game. I have put 30+ hours into this and I am still entertained by this amazing product. I know, I know, this game can be beaten in less than 10 minutes, but that's part of the fun. Speed running has always been thrilling, and to this day I don't think any stealth game has been so...so...AMAZING!!!!!!!!! The controls are pitch-perfect and the graphics are still good even though it's on PS3 and not PS4. The world is not one of those games where they claim it's open when it's not, no, this is a truly open world, filled with side missions and thrilling stealth gameplay. And the story is not weak at all, it's one of the strongest in any MGS game. Anyone who thinks it's lacking hasn't listened to any of the cassette tapes in the game. The side missions are also amazing, and a lot more challenging than the main mission, especially on Hard, where it's some of the most challenging and rewarding experiences I have ever played in my life. Every time I play any of the missions I have to have a new approach to it, which is great because if they were all the same then this would suck. Overall, I think this game is one of the best games I have ever played in the last 2 years, and I would totally pay 60 bucks for this. Sure, it's only meant for the hardcore MGS fans, but for the hardcore MGS fans its way more than we expected. If I wasn't a fan, yes, I would hate on this game for it's supposed "lack of content", but then I would be like being a blind man without even knowing it. This is by far a 10 out of 10. Heck, I would give it a 600 out of 10 if I could. I CANNOT WAIT FOR THE PHANTOM PAIN!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  18. Kansokusha
    Apr 24, 2014
    8
    Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes is a sandbox that paves the way for bringing the Metal Gear franchise to the next generation. People expecting a plot heavy instalment as seen in previous Metal Gear chapters will be disappointed, but Ground Zeroes is a title that stands on its own merits, despite having the weight of previous titles and the expectation of the next chapter, The PhantomMetal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes is a sandbox that paves the way for bringing the Metal Gear franchise to the next generation. People expecting a plot heavy instalment as seen in previous Metal Gear chapters will be disappointed, but Ground Zeroes is a title that stands on its own merits, despite having the weight of previous titles and the expectation of the next chapter, The Phantom Pain, on its shoulders.

    Although missing some familiar mechanics such as knocking to distract guards, camo and the cardboard box, Ground Zeroes introduces so many small mechanics that you will still be discovering new tricks should you decide to experiment in the game's limited number of scenarios. For example, throwing an empty magazine at a camera that has spotted you in order to break it is an example of a useful mechanic that will be sure to come in useful in the series' next instalment. The games' open, albeit small map gives value to these small gameplay features that would otherwise bloat an older, more linear Metal Gear title (ie, the Mk II from MGS4, porn magazines, etc).

    Ground Zeroes is not without its problems, at least on the current generation consoles. Upon close inspection, players may notice assets popping into view, disappearing guards, and bugged AI behaviour. Guards on the other side of the map are often not simulated correctly, especially when coming into contact with evidence of the players' presence, such as your helicopter and demolished structures. Lack of voice acting for interrogated guards, and poor reaction to being shot at a range of over 300 metres are disappointing to see in an otherwise very high quality game.

    Ground Zeroes is ideal for people who wish to experiment in a stealth simulator, though unfortunately, as mentioned, sometimes the AI doesn't hold up to scrutiny. The AI interactions are crafted very well, even if it struggles when taken beyond its limits. Beyond the AI, Ground Zeroes features a fresh, minimalist HUD, replacing the traditional health bar for a regeneration system, and the inventory system for a streamlined alternative. Movement is crisp and responsive with the addition more jumps, rolls and CQC moves, though dealing with the camera while peaking around corners can sometimes be clunky.

    Having achieved a 100% completion rating in around 30 hours, I'd say that this title is well worth the $20 digital or $30 physical price tag if you're happy experimenting with this stealth sandbox. If you're just interested in beating the story to see the conclusion of Big Boss's story, I would suggest waiting for the Phantom Pain.    … Expand
  19. Snake6677
    May 5, 2014
    8
    A fantastic prologue to the upcoming Metal Gear Solid: The Phantom Pain. The game is fantastic, and if you have played it, well, theres no much to say about it. If you haven't, them keep talking about the runtime... You are losing a great experience as a gamer
  20. CHEESEDBEEF
    Sep 29, 2014
    9
    If like me you are a big Metal Gear fan you will know this is just a prologue for the Phantom Pain, being released next year. The game revolves around a military base and includes a good length main mission (ground zeroes) and 5 Side ops. Graphics are incredible and feel next gen even when playing on a PS3 or XBOX360. Gameplay has surpassed any other stealth game as you really need toIf like me you are a big Metal Gear fan you will know this is just a prologue for the Phantom Pain, being released next year. The game revolves around a military base and includes a good length main mission (ground zeroes) and 5 Side ops. Graphics are incredible and feel next gen even when playing on a PS3 or XBOX360. Gameplay has surpassed any other stealth game as you really need to think about what your doing if you don't want to be caught. For example, find a vantage point, scope the base with your binoculars, mark enemies, and find a suitable approach. Movement feels very smooth and realistic. There are endless routes to and from your objectives that you can take, and enemy patrols feel the most life-like I have seen. For £20 I was left wondering if this game was worth the price. It most certainly was, I have put several hours in, doing normal and hard difficulties and trying to unlock the secret playable characters.
    Although mechanics have changed to make engagements more enjoyable (I am always tempted to spray down a patrol walking towards my cover) IT IS A STEALTH GAME. You can finish the main mission in half hour this way but if you take the stealth approach, you will spend more time enjoying your playthrough. on top of the sides missions I have played for about 4 hours so far and only just touched the 40% completion mark. DONT LISTEN TO NEGATIVE REVIEWS. These people either don't know what they are playing, or have received an MGS disk in their FIFA15 case. I didn't have high hopes for this considering its price tag but I was left more than satisfied. In fact I was almost sexually satisfied after just the main mission. MGS is only getting better.    … Expand
  21. TemplarQuacks95
    Nov 27, 2014
    9
    When I paid $30 for this game I knew exactly what I was getting into. I knew the main mission would only be 2 hours long at best. A lot of people love to jump on the bandwagon and start hating on this game for that, but I think Ground Zeroes was an excellent game despite its length. The frame-rate sometimes drops to 25 fps on Ps3, but I don't mind. The amount of graphical detail they wereWhen I paid $30 for this game I knew exactly what I was getting into. I knew the main mission would only be 2 hours long at best. A lot of people love to jump on the bandwagon and start hating on this game for that, but I think Ground Zeroes was an excellent game despite its length. The frame-rate sometimes drops to 25 fps on Ps3, but I don't mind. The amount of graphical detail they were able to squeeze out of this console's old hardware is astonishing. The gameplay is a lot more sleek, and feels great whether you decide to be stealthy or go out guns blazing.
    Instead of having us sit through painfully long cut scenes, a lot of the details explaining the events leading to Ground Zeroes are introduced in the form of cassette tapes which you can listen to if you please.
    And the side-missions aren't half bad, I found myself enjoying each and every one of them ( I liked that Kojima cameo in the rescue side-mission).
    This was a great game and an incredible introduction to the fall of Big Boss.
    Now to wait desperately for The Phantom Pain.    … Expand
  22. fadingtrails
    Jan 7, 2017
    8
    People have been rating GZ based on its price, which is absurd. Moreover they're misinformed about its amount of content.

    Beating the main mission unlocks four side missions; collecting nine XOF patches unlocks two more. There's only one map, but the missions invite replays due to the non-linear level design, and there being unlockable content. I've ended up playing this game for a    People have been rating GZ based on its price, which is absurd. Moreover they're misinformed about its amount of content.

    Beating the main mission unlocks four side missions; collecting nine XOF patches unlocks two more. There's only one map, but the missions invite replays due to the non-linear level design, and there being unlockable content.

    I've ended up playing this game for a total of fifteen hours; it's the most fun I've had playing an MGS game since the first Playstation installment.    … Expand
  23. varoluk
    Jun 26, 2016
    10
    Haters dont know metal gear series.
    Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes is The best game of the series, maybe one of the best games of the world. Tactical at the best, one of the best tactical games. Worth the order, buy this game. Metal Gear is one of the best series in game history

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  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Game Over Online
    Apr 15, 2014
    80
    Ground Zeroes is a tough recommendation. Yes, it contains all of the Metal Gear Solid goodness fans are hoping for, but clocking in at a total of three hours of gameplay (including the side missions) for the $29.99 price tag feels like a developer being presumptuous and arrogant, almost daring a fan to refuse.
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  2. Riot Pixels
    Apr 10, 2014
    50
    Konami should really give a raise to the genius who came up with the idea of selling what is basically a demo version for $29.99. You see, there is only one mission in Ground Zeroes. I was gawking around and taking screenshots, and I still managed to beat it in less than 90 minutes. You can do it in 30 even if you don’t skip the lengthy cinematics.
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  3. GamingTrend
    Mar 26, 2014
    85
    It may be a prologue, but it’s a damn good one.
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