Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

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  1. WhitelightHBK
    Nov 11, 2015
    8
    One of the best games I played this year, although It's not perfect.

    Let's start with gameplay. This game is the best in the series in terms of gameplay. It's really good. You can sneak to, let's say, a village in TONS of different ways. You can also go full rampage mode if it suits you. You can create lots of equipment for you and your buddies. Whether it's Sneaking suit or a powerful    One of the best games I played this year, although It's not perfect.

    Let's start with gameplay. This game is the best in the series in terms of gameplay. It's really good. You can sneak to, let's say, a village in TONS of different ways. You can also go full rampage mode if it suits you. You can create lots of equipment for you and your buddies. Whether it's Sneaking suit or a powerful RPG or even a Water gun, you can spend hundreds of hours and you still won't unlock everything!

    Now let's go to the bad part, the story. Yes the story in Metal Gear Solid V is weak, whether it was budget cuts or limited time, story in this game fails. Chapter 2 feels rushed, and even trailers had more cutscenes than the final product, and the last main story mission is (Minor spoiler) mission 1 with different cutscenes. I don't complain much, but it's really a big disappointment, especially for a Metal Gear game.

    So final word from me: Metal Gear Solid V, Great game but is nothing like the previous parts. Although I love it, I can't lie that it's perfect. 8/10.    … Expand
  2. SolidSteve
    Nov 16, 2015
    10
    Hideo ..you're a genius what a way to end a franchise, a technical masterpiece with untold replay value , its perfection personified definitely GOTY IMO
  3. DanishReview
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    This is my favourite game of 2015, the hype surrounding the release was living up to it all!
    I've never replayed a game this much, it adds in about 100+ just on the 1st chapter if you do a bunch of side activity's aswell.
    The story might be a little dull, but the gameplay and voice acting.

    One of my strongest Goty contenders.
  4. squid_77
    Nov 24, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll say that I liked Guns of the Patriots (my personal favourite of the series) more than The Phantom Pain, but it's still a really good game. Graphics are great and the passage of time is a nice addition of gameplay dynamic. I’ve been playing this game consistently since it came out. Which says a lot as I’m finally getting around to writing a review this long after release and still not tired of it.

    Cons:

    1. The side quests are incredibly repetitive and you tire of doing the same thing over and over again.
    2. Start of the story is a little slow and annoying at first, though that is over with soon enough.
    3. Some things cost way too much to upgrade.
    4. Sending crew out on missions, you will always have a percentage of failure, no matter what level of troops you send. Example would be sending a crew of A+ against E’s, you could still lose guys or have them injured. I guess that add a level of realism, but I personally get irritated to lose high level soldiers against low level grunts
    5. Actually, I don’t have many things to say in the Cons section. It’s really a solid game.

    Pros:

    1. Story picks up quickly and Hideo Kojima doesn’t disappoint you, just like the others installations. You get a dose of nostalgia as you see the beginning of so many stories we had windows to from the previous games, which is a nice treat.
    2. As an open world game, you have the absolute freedom to do what you want and when you want to.
    3. There is a decent amount of challenge presented to the user in the Main Quests
    4. The online aspect is a nice addition (if you opt-in), as you need to ensure you are defended from other users. Not to mention if you need to go “recruiting” from their camps. ;)
    5. The addition of “Buddies” is an interesting choice. Each has their merit and you will find the one that suits your game style best. Though I’ll put money on you using DD more. ;)
    6. Rocket arm?!?! Corny as $#!#, but it’s sure handy. (Pun not intended)

    Completists will have loads of time to purchase all items and upgrade them. Not to mention the loads of side missions. Casual players will still be required to do a lot of both to progress otherwise you will start to get your ass handed to you later on.

    Personally, in the previous instalments, I’ll admit I always leaned to just dropping everyone with a headshot and leave ‘em for the buzzards. This game actually has me assessing each soldier to see if I should stun or kill.

    !!!SPOILER ALERT (kinda)!!! - There are users that will simply capture every soldier you come across. This can lead you to a fair bit of irritation later on, as there is some management required. Trust me when I say, be smart about your choices. ;)    … Expand
  5. assassin0boy
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    When you play it.you feel the game.you feel just like an spy.you feel the story.anothe masterpiece by hideo kojima.metal gear was good but now it's great.just play it.
  6. Tumba
    Nov 25, 2015
    10
    This is my first time playing a metal gear title since the old NES days and my God it's amazing. Open world with a sense of freedom and purpose. While I typically enjoy gaming with friends online I can get lost in this detailed and authentic world very easily.

    For anyone with even cursory knowledge of the Soviet / Afghan conflict in the 80's you will really appreciate the detail that    This is my first time playing a metal gear title since the old NES days and my God it's amazing. Open world with a sense of freedom and purpose. While I typically enjoy gaming with friends online I can get lost in this detailed and authentic world very easily.

    For anyone with even cursory knowledge of the Soviet / Afghan conflict in the 80's you will really appreciate the detail that went into this game!

    You get over the constant credits quickly as you can skip them and the game play is intense. It also makes base building fun and an enjoyable side game if you will.

    Not sure how multiplayer works yet but that didnt' stop me from giving this game 10 / 10. Best Game I have ever played in a long time.    … Expand
  7. GILTELES
    Mar 8, 2016
    9
    This game is almost perfect.
    I just dind't take score maximun because some mission are repetitives, mainly the secondary missions.
    Besides, the story is so so.
    However, you should buy it.
  8. Sharingan-Udog
    Dec 1, 2015
    9
    I am a long time fan of MGS series. MGSV is a visual masterpiece and the game mechanics are superb. Every nuanced detail of snake and the environment is a joy to behold. I am enjoying every second of my experience, however with the good also comes the bad. Although Kiefer Sutherland does an exceptional job at bringing snake to life, David Hayter is still the snake we want. The story is notI am a long time fan of MGS series. MGSV is a visual masterpiece and the game mechanics are superb. Every nuanced detail of snake and the environment is a joy to behold. I am enjoying every second of my experience, however with the good also comes the bad. Although Kiefer Sutherland does an exceptional job at bringing snake to life, David Hayter is still the snake we want. The story is not as flushed out as one would hope but still has that characteristic Kojima charm and the "WTF is going on" factor... I would highly recommend this game to anyone who is a lover of the MGS series, but Snake eater, Peace walker and MGS4 still hold the number one spots in my heart.… Expand
  9. eagleultimatum
    Dec 1, 2015
    8
    overrated game fun at first the best stealth game out there but gets repetitive where i got to the point i did not want to play it anymore.
    it has stupid missions like clear mine field of clay mores. parts of your mother base take ages to get to just annoying when they could be closer together.
    just cant see how ign gave it 10 wtf
  10. Darrus_
    Jan 25, 2016
    9
    This game is outstanding, and IMO should have won game of the year.
    What I love about this game is that missions can be approached in any way possible.
    If you want to fly a helicopter into the objective, cutting enemies in half with your minigun and blasting Ride of the Valkyries on your speakers, you can TOTALLY do that. Pretty much everything about the game is solid. Gameplay,    This game is outstanding, and IMO should have won game of the year.
    What I love about this game is that missions can be approached in any way possible.
    If you want to fly a helicopter into the objective, cutting enemies in half with your minigun and blasting Ride of the Valkyries on your speakers, you can TOTALLY do that. Pretty much everything about the game is solid. Gameplay, graphics, cutscenes, character development, everything...BUT...
    -I'm kind of against quiet being so oversexualized
    -Skull face was a very underwhelming villain.
    -The story is very lacking, especially since Big Boss never talks.
    Anyways, hats off to Konami and Kojima for this masterpiece. I secretly hope that they'll make more MGS games.    … Expand
  11. Bayonetwork1989
    Jan 22, 2016
    9
    Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is one hell of a game. If this is the final Metal Gear game, then this is the best way for this franchise to go out (although if anymore are made without the mastermind Hideo Kojima behind it, then I'll just pretend they don't exist). If you haven't had any previous experience with Metal Gear prior to The Phantom Pain, you will still have a great timeMetal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is one hell of a game. If this is the final Metal Gear game, then this is the best way for this franchise to go out (although if anymore are made without the mastermind Hideo Kojima behind it, then I'll just pretend they don't exist). If you haven't had any previous experience with Metal Gear prior to The Phantom Pain, you will still have a great time playing it, although I'd definitely advise watching a few recap videos before hand. MGS has adapted to the Open World genre perfectly and by having full control of how to approach a mission with just the end objective to given to you, this means that when you finish that mission you will be one satisfied gamer. Just like the previous 4 Metal Gear games, this story is extremely in depth and complex, but it all makes sense (in some bizarre way) which means it never ends up being pretentious. Along with these positives, there are a few negatives... I feel that the MGS Online aspect is a bit tacked on and even though the micro transations aren't needed and not even that noticeable, it still taints the game. Alongside this, the female characters are very sexualised when there is no need for them to be at all. Negatives aside, I had a lot of fun with this game and it is one of the best Metal Gear games and one of the best games of 2015. Thank you, Hideo Kojima. I can't wait to see what you do next.… Expand
  12. NJMC_
    Feb 21, 2016
    9
    Kojima has done it again. The story at times is a little far fetched but that is the work of Kojima. Introducing MGS into an open world has turned into a successful ambition. If you haven't played an MGS before, no worries, the story provided here will immerse you in the situation just enough. I also suggest playing the other games.
  13. andri21
    Mar 8, 2016
    9
    I really love this game had good story, great gameplay also good stealth game open world Fob mission is not fun but you will invade other player's mother base and captured they''re guard and other think but you also have to defense your base from other player for capture your people or other I will rate this game 910
  14. JoyStikEnt
    Mar 11, 2016
    9
    Metal Gear Solid 5 Review

    Editor’s Opinions: Metal Gear Solid had a lot of hype to live up to. The Metal Gear series has been one for the ages. They will never been forgotten, and will never stop getting played. Metal Gear Solid 5 does a great job of rounding out the series as a whole. They could have taken the safe route and kept everything the same, but that isn’t Konami’s style.    Metal Gear Solid 5 Review

    Editor’s Opinions:

    Metal Gear Solid had a lot of hype to live up to. The Metal Gear series has been one for the ages. They will never been forgotten, and will never stop getting played. Metal Gear Solid 5 does a great job of rounding out the series as a whole. They could have taken the safe route and kept everything the same, but that isn’t Konami’s style. Although Snake wasn’t really Snake without David Hayter’s voice, they did an great job are sticking to the series roots while creating an open world nobody expected from a MGS game.

    Sound:

    Music does wonders for a game, and music has been exceptional in Metal Gear Solid, adding to the drama of the story. Also, gun play sounds incredible in this game. While playing on surround sound, I could feel the power behind a gun just by the sound of it. Voice acting was great, but based on the standards set by past Metal Gear Solid games, MSG 5 ranks lower in voice acting compared to its “ancestors”.

    Graphics:

    Metal Gear Solid is one of the best looking games on the console to date. The fluent movement of characters, the surrounding environments, and bright explosions make Metal Gear Solid 5 an experience, rather than a game. Cut scenes nearly look real with the right lighting and expensive televisions. Good luck topping these graphics!

    Gameplay:

    Metal Gear Solid has always had great gameplay. The controls are easy to learn but so complex at the same time. I beat the original Metal Gear Solid without the knowledge of using CQC. But that is the glory behind MGS gameplay. You learn more and more while gaining experience. You literally feel like a training soldier, while “winging it” on a mission with so many different approaches. If you want to sneak around and not shoot a single bullet, go for it! If you want to shoot every enemy you see, that’s an option too! Splendid gameplay Metal Gear Solid 5. Bravo.

    Replay Value: Very High

    Story:

    Although they did not continue the deep and rich storytelling before the past games, the story keeps you engaged throughout the experience. They do a great job of filling in gaps of the Metal Gear series, while keeping gameplay as its main focus. Metal Gear Solid has always been rich in storytelling. MGS 5 traded that in for deeper gameplay, customization, and an open world. Hat’s off to Konami for doing so. Doing this did not destroy the game at all. It certainly made it different than before, but it worked and I was excited to experience it all the way through.    … Expand
  15. illphil
    Mar 19, 2016
    9
    i havent even touched a metal gear game since the ps1 days and i didnt really enjoy that to be honest, but this is an experience u really should not miss. great graphics and sound, great gameplay and decent story for the most part. only drag is that the end of the game seems like a bit of a building site. repeated levels, weak ending and the game is more or less finished when progressi havent even touched a metal gear game since the ps1 days and i didnt really enjoy that to be honest, but this is an experience u really should not miss. great graphics and sound, great gameplay and decent story for the most part. only drag is that the end of the game seems like a bit of a building site. repeated levels, weak ending and the game is more or less finished when progress indicator is nowhere near 100 percent- so pay it no mind as u work ur way through. despite its flaws u cannot argue with the gameplay and the feeling of the game. when u fly in on ur chopper with ur beats on and the mission kicks off u feel like ur in a movie. must buy, even if u dont like stealth games.… Expand
  16. sorastrife2890
    Apr 21, 2016
    9
    an excelent game of Hideo Kojima. this game is very full. you will enjoy it even if you are not metal gear fan. nothing more to say, buy this game without thinking twice.
  17. Greghead
    Jun 30, 2016
    9
    Probably the best game on the PS4. It doesn't reach the dizzy heights of Snake Eater, but is equally as good as the other games in the series.
    At first it feels quite different to its predecessors which was an initial worry, but this soon disappears and normal service is resumed fairly early in the game.
    Almost a masterpiece, but does suffer slightly from a hint of repetition. But the    Probably the best game on the PS4. It doesn't reach the dizzy heights of Snake Eater, but is equally as good as the other games in the series.
    At first it feels quite different to its predecessors which was an initial worry, but this soon disappears and normal service is resumed fairly early in the game.
    Almost a masterpiece, but does suffer slightly from a hint of repetition. But the gameplay is that much fun, you can forgive it for that.
    A must buy for any metal gear fan, and a great end to the series.    … Expand
  18. echobase2002
    Dec 31, 2016
    9
    Great game. Finally Kojima gave us a fun story that isn't so convoluted that it loses my interest. Weapon upgrades are balanced and push you to grind the meta game just to unlock things. The base expansion dynamic is fun, balanced, and keeps you going. The side-ops are fun. I love the free roam feel with episodes spread across the map. It's a great blend of wandering and missions.Great game. Finally Kojima gave us a fun story that isn't so convoluted that it loses my interest. Weapon upgrades are balanced and push you to grind the meta game just to unlock things. The base expansion dynamic is fun, balanced, and keeps you going. The side-ops are fun. I love the free roam feel with episodes spread across the map. It's a great blend of wandering and missions. Some of the end missions are VERY hard at first, but still fun. The only thing keeping it from being a 10 is menu load times and some of the creepy voyeurism that Kojima is unfortunately known for.… Expand
  19. Archulysses
    Dec 13, 2016
    8
    Story - As summary, story continues form Ground Zeroes whereas Big Boss has been in a coma for 9 years and as such, need to rebuild your independent army (now named Diamond Dogs) and in addition, find the ones responsible to the attack that happened to the MSF in MGSV:GZ. As a fan of metal gear solid games, this game was the weakest in terms of storyline and plot. The episodic type are newStory - As summary, story continues form Ground Zeroes whereas Big Boss has been in a coma for 9 years and as such, need to rebuild your independent army (now named Diamond Dogs) and in addition, find the ones responsible to the attack that happened to the MSF in MGSV:GZ. As a fan of metal gear solid games, this game was the weakest in terms of storyline and plot. The episodic type are new and fresh but the pacing of the story is really slow and predictable. It is just a quest for revenge with liitle to none good twist. It doesnt also help that the chapter 2 of the game just felt rushed and that unsatisfying but ok ending. As to the characters though, It is not impressive overall. Ocelot, D-Dog and Skull Face are the only characters who i found good in game. Miller is annoying as well as Eli, Quiet has few interaction with Boss that i dont feel any care for her whatsoever, guys like huey and code talker arent that good supporting cast also. The main character Venom Snake was somewhat quiet too but i dont mind that but due to that also, i dont see anything likable at all to him since he is just like an almost silent protagonist using the body of Big boss. Overall, i was dissapointed in what should be the main strength of MGS games. As such, a score of 6/10 of suck bad performance deserves this for not living up to expectations.

    Gameplay - This aspect of the game is what really put MGSV to the top. Its campaign is long and the use of open world design is very good since it gives you the option of doing things the way you want like doing it with perfect stealth, or go with guns blazing or calling motherbase to bombard everything, hell you can even get in a heavily armored vehicle or tank to put destruction against your enemies. It also adds to the fun the different and unique you have on your arsenal to do your missions. The Ai of the enemies of this game in addition are also advanced and great. They will adjust in your playstyle and will try to flank you, corner you or use strategies against you when you are fighting them. However, there are also flaws as to its gameplay, which really factors to its boss fights and that unremarkable chapter 2 of the game. As to the boss, majority are only skulls, super human always in 4 which is most of the boss fights in game. It is repetitive and dissapointing since MGS is one of those game which has one of the most memorable boss fights. With regard to chapter 2, i hated those recycled missions in their hard mode which first not only gave you uneccesary annoyance, but also didnt put more advancements in the storyline. They should have never considered going that path. However, despite the notable weaknesses of its gameplay, i can say that its strength's also is the best i have ever seen. Therefore, a great score of 9/10 still deserves this part of the game.

    Graphics - This game really showed how advance that fox engine is...The world of Afghanistan and Africa are gorgeous. There is a constant 60FPS in the game. Its not The Order level of prettyness or epicness but really a very good game graphic wise. Everything is detailed. from the scars of big boss to his suit. The same goes with the other npc and characters of the game. A score of 10/10

    Music and Sound - As a game which won multiple awards due to its music. I would say it is deserving. the sound has a mixture of classic songs while also including the game's original songs, it also has songs or main themes of all previous MGS title of the game which is awesome since you have both quality and quantity to boot. As to the sound, voice acting is not impressive to me esp. Miller's which is annoying and his constant bickering like a mother in law is what really triggers my mood. Should have preffered Ocelot doing that job and not that freak. Venos Snake has little to no dialogue's , Quiet has one, while the others has few. Overall, both has ups and downs but music is what really gave me that good feeling. A score of 9/10.

    Overall score = 8.5

    The game as a whole despite being great still was dissapointing for me since this game has the potential to be a masterpiece in that level that it would be revolutionary. The only ones at fault in here is both Konami and Kojima, if they could have both worked out their differences then this game could have one of those memorable games ever. Well, nothing we can do about it now since its done and the news that Kojima is out of Konami showed that we will never have a good conclusion to the MGS series. I really hope Konami doesn't destroy this series now since the mastermind is now gone. Still though, I will always remember MGS as one of my favorite childhood game series ever. Thanks Kojima for everything!    … Expand
  20. Klausen
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game that make you hang on to the story to the end.

    great game and one of the best
  21. Viciouslight
    Oct 20, 2015
    8
    For a game that has been given so many 10's, I expected more.

    A series well known for it's crazy story combined with intricate gameplay Phantom Pain has sacrificed story for an open-world experience that begins to fall flat after hours of repetition. This is not a bad game in the slightest but the game is obviously incomplete and becomes apparent in the second act. There is no sense of    For a game that has been given so many 10's, I expected more.

    A series well known for it's crazy story combined with intricate gameplay Phantom Pain has sacrificed story for an open-world experience that begins to fall flat after hours of repetition. This is not a bad game in the slightest but the game is obviously incomplete and becomes apparent in the second act. There is no sense of real threat in the game which is sadly the point of the game and makes your accomplishments feel less purposeful.

    Pros
    + Beautiful graphics
    + Diverse tools to complete mission
    + Open-World

    Cons
    - Story! (Especially the second half)
    - The ending is beyond rushed (For those who fully completed the game look up phantom mission on youtube it will give you a more complete ending that never made it to the game).
    - Open-world (yes, its both a positive and a negative)
    - Repetitive missions
    - Feels incomplete

    Far from a bad game, but no way a perfect game.    … Expand
  22. unluckydice
    Jul 10, 2016
    9
    Hideo Kojima 's Metal Gear Solid V The Phantom Pain has exceeded expectations by creating flawless gameplay perfection that most open world games fail to exceed in, with some of the most mind boggling and controversial moments that we've become accustomed to from Mr Kojima from past to present. MGSV is a true AAA game experience with true innovation while still keeping Metal Gear at its soul.
  23. maxi2723
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Muy pretensioso y extremadamente repetitivo lo que produce un juego que termina cansando por aburrimiento.
  24. Gazombie
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    This game deserves a 10 it's one of the best games available for PS4 right now.

    Graphically it is superb the detail is fantastic can't fault it one bit. The gameplay is where it shines you basically do the missions how you want to do them. Super stealth to all guns blazing whatever you feel like and it doesn't punish you for picking either. You can take stuff from other missions and    This game deserves a 10 it's one of the best games available for PS4 right now.

    Graphically it is superb the detail is fantastic can't fault it one bit.

    The gameplay is where it shines you basically do the missions how you want to do them. Super stealth to all guns blazing whatever you feel like and it doesn't punish you for picking either. You can take stuff from other missions and deploy them with you on future missions. Design your own emblems what colours you want it's your army and you decide how to fight this war.

    I also enjoy the metal gear online, my favourite match is cloak and dagger where one team has to take a disc and the other defends the vice versa.

    It's a brilliant game and everyone should play it enough said really.    … Expand
  25. GamergodsFail
    Sep 26, 2015
    9
    This is the greatest gaming experience I have ever had this whole generation so far. Name one other game that implemented "open world" and "stealth" as flawlessly as this game did. None. This is a groundbreaking achievement. I'd give it a 10 if the story wasn't as slow and if you could abort mission 45 for gods sake.
  26. Naveen196
    Mar 13, 2016
    10
    One of the best games made this generation.
    Gameplay: Absolutely incredible. The best stealth action gameplay you can get right now. Limitless possibilities in a non-linear environment. The controls are highly responsive and shooting mechanics are absolutely tight. Tons of ways to infiltrate an enemy base, thanks to open world. Recon is more important than ever, and you should put your    One of the best games made this generation.
    Gameplay: Absolutely incredible. The best stealth action gameplay you can get right now. Limitless possibilities in a non-linear environment. The controls are highly responsive and shooting mechanics are absolutely tight. Tons of ways to infiltrate an enemy base, thanks to open world. Recon is more important than ever, and you should put your binoculars to good use. This gameplay never gets boring, because of the different play styles you can adopt to your liking.

    Mother base management also plays a huge part, as you need to develop and improve your weapons, gear, buddy gear, and other items. And the way you expand your base is by abducting enemy soldiers from the battlefield!

    So, whenever you're faced with an enemy, you must think along multiple lines. If you kill him, you can't extract him, but killing is usually faster and easier. Taking out opponents non-lethally is usually the superior, more difficult option, as it let's you interrogate your enemy for useful information, or extract him.

    You have 4 options for buddies, your trusty D-Dog, Horse, Quiet and Walker gear, which are useful in completely different situations. Quiet for fast recon and Sniper support, D-Horse for long travels and distractions, Walker gear is to go Guns Blazing, as it has a Gatling gun and good armor. D-Dog, my personal favourite, can sniff out enemies and prisoners and mark them on your map, making him super useful. Of course, all of your buddies have upgradable gear options.
    You can also call your Chopper for fire or ammo support if you find any mission too grueling.

    Story: Minimalistic. There are very few cutscenes for the huge amount of gameplay. Of course, there are many audio logs which flesh out the story, so the detail is there. The cinematography is excellent though. The story definitely delivers some incredibly powerful moments, but too few, not to an extent as much as the previous games in the series. Veterans will instantly recognize most of the characters. Newcomers won't be too lost, but I recommend playing or reading up on the Les Enfants Terribles project and the plot of MGS3.

    Online: I haven't played enough to judge it, but from the 4-5 hours I've played online, it is quite fun. You're usually kept on the edge of your seat, as the tide could turn quickly, and YOU can be the one to do it. Balance could be a bit better though.

    Also, i have to mention how good this game is technically. Literally zero bugs or glitches, buttery smooth 60 FPS with very rare drops. Graphics are probably the most photorealistic on the PS4.

    All in all, an absolutely solid game that would definitely be worth your time and money, it gave me around 100 hours (45% completion).
    You DON'T wanna miss this game.    … Expand
  27. TurboDog777
    Mar 5, 2016
    8
    MGS The Phantom Pain is a work of art. Although lacking the story and hours of cut scenes that previous MGS games provided (I know a lot of people actually think that's a plus), It more then makes up for this with game play. The open world aspect to it is a welcome addition allowing you to choose your plan of attack and execute it the way you want to do it.So I guess your wondering why IMGS The Phantom Pain is a work of art. Although lacking the story and hours of cut scenes that previous MGS games provided (I know a lot of people actually think that's a plus), It more then makes up for this with game play. The open world aspect to it is a welcome addition allowing you to choose your plan of attack and execute it the way you want to do it.So I guess your wondering why I gave it an 8/10. Well the truth is I was going to give it a 9/10, maybe even a 10/10 but there's one thing I can't get over. The unwanted, unnessessary, and impossible to opt out of in game multiplayer. At a certain point you are FORCED to build this thing called an FOB (forward operating base). Once you build this FOB, people can start attacking you and stealing your stuff. At first I was like "sure fine whatever, its Clash of Clans" but the thing is you can NOT get away from it, EVER. People can take your stuff when you are off line. There is no way to say "I don't want an FOB, I just want to play MGS". If they wanted to put in game multiplayer I would have been fine with Peacewalker style co-op even though it made the game easy as hell but this is something no one wanted. If you can get past the **** multiplayer them this game is friggin amazing. Possibly the best MGS game I have ever played and I have played all of them.… Expand
  28. GOODFELLA87
    Oct 16, 2015
    8
    Could have been the best game ever but the story is utter tripe and there are too many missions that are repetitive in the same areas and it all starts to look the same and gets boring pretty fast. That said it did entertain me for countless hours until the poor ending
  29. pt122781
    Oct 18, 2016
    10
    I will start by saying I have never played any other MGS games due to the complexity and linearity and cut scenes that I have ready about. However I did try the original one for PS way back in the day and made it only maybe halfway. I am a new comer to the series, and I kept hearing all about it and finally had to try the game out for myself and WOW am I blown away. I have been playing itI will start by saying I have never played any other MGS games due to the complexity and linearity and cut scenes that I have ready about. However I did try the original one for PS way back in the day and made it only maybe halfway. I am a new comer to the series, and I kept hearing all about it and finally had to try the game out for myself and WOW am I blown away. I have been playing it for weeks and I only have 25% of the game completed. It is a massive game with so much to do and it is incredibly addicting. No long cut scenes that were going to be my fear also. The graphics, combat, world building, everything about it is amazing. Kojima really is a genious, the game is so innovative and entertaining, there is steep learning curve but once you learn the game and undestand it, its incredible. I could not put the controller down, very few and far between since last year have games come out that keep you imerssed and thinking about the game for days to come and wanting to do nothing but play it and think about it all day. Truly unreal game. Now in my top 10 games of all time. Fantastic game and revolutionary in my opinion. I can only imagine what Kojima does next with Death Stranding. And go figure I am new to the series and lore of MGS but that doesnt even matter because the game is so fantastic!!! Get this game now you have no idea what you are missing if you havent played it since its release.… Expand
  30. Miguelxdz
    May 16, 2016
    10
    I won't make it long but this is one of the most polished and good looking games i ever played. The Fox Engine works like a charm and the gameplay is the top of the line in stealth games. I wouldn't said that the story is bad like a lot of people are saying but it definitely felt a little incomplete, and it let a lot of thing to the player to deduce. The only low point for this game in myI won't make it long but this is one of the most polished and good looking games i ever played. The Fox Engine works like a charm and the gameplay is the top of the line in stealth games. I wouldn't said that the story is bad like a lot of people are saying but it definitely felt a little incomplete, and it let a lot of thing to the player to deduce. The only low point for this game in my opinion is the lack of the classic boss fights that Metal Gear is so famous for, there is like two (which are fairly good) but there could have done a lot more. The multiplayer base system is really solid and it adds a lot of depth to the gameplay and the actual multiplayer is quite unique and original. Overall i think this is a great game and a definite buy for stealth fans or Metal Gear fans.… Expand
  31. PeterParker
    Mar 25, 2016
    10
    This is one of the best Metal Gear video games ever. With a gameplay very similar to Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes, an epic story and charismatic characters this is one of the best video games ever.
  32. BatmanB
    Jan 31, 2016
    10
    Literally one of the best video games I've ever played in my entire life and I recommend this to everyone, it has everything you want in a video game:

    Variety of weapons
    action
    stealth
    tactics
    open-world
    story rich
    etc.

    this game is a 10/10 game and it is really really perfect.
  33. WARCHILD
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Can't say enough about how good this game is. Just think of the worst aspect of the game as at least 5 - 10 "Good" or "Average." Then for the vast majority of the games features I would regard them as 8+ without reservation. I'm new to Metal Gear so this was my first entry into the series. I can't compare to previous versions, but some of the features seemed strange like the oil platformCan't say enough about how good this game is. Just think of the worst aspect of the game as at least 5 - 10 "Good" or "Average." Then for the vast majority of the games features I would regard them as 8+ without reservation. I'm new to Metal Gear so this was my first entry into the series. I can't compare to previous versions, but some of the features seemed strange like the oil platform where you beat up your comrades, or the cardboard box thing, but they were silly to me, not annoying. I loved the stealth options as opposed to a shoot-em-up type game. The option to go in guns blazing or ninja mode was a huge plus for me. I particularly liked the walkman thing (aka. the ipod of the 80's) it was a nice touch. Overall the detail and polish of the graphics held up through thick and thin. The gunplay and animations were top notch. I can't really think of anything that I hated...… Expand
  34. Joker92
    Mar 1, 2016
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played, and I've thoroughly played over two hundred over the years. This is a masterpiece, so do yourself a favor and pick it up. Internet recommended because I found the online functions to be really enjoyable. On top of single player online functions there's also your multiplayer call of duty style, which it's much better in this game because of theOne of the best games I've ever played, and I've thoroughly played over two hundred over the years. This is a masterpiece, so do yourself a favor and pick it up. Internet recommended because I found the online functions to be really enjoyable. On top of single player online functions there's also your multiplayer call of duty style, which it's much better in this game because of the sneaking and hand to hand combat aspects. It's too bad politics came into play and the Witcher 3 won game of the year, because this game far outshines that one.… Expand
  35. Shamidelost
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    this game is a master piece by kojima.. but few things shouldn't be there repetition of the locations and skulls thing really spoil the realism. rest its one of the best games ever.. would love to play again and again..
  36. FortCastle
    Dec 8, 2015
    10
    PLZ REMOVE THE SMOKERS IN THIS GAME, trying to go full stealth without killing everyone but I just cant stand seeing those guys popping cigarettes, I just gotta pop their faces all the time, I gotta clean the world from canceric toxic trash humans (only reason I love games so much I don't have to tolerate retards as much) reduce the religious context too would be awesome (at least from thePLZ REMOVE THE SMOKERS IN THIS GAME, trying to go full stealth without killing everyone but I just cant stand seeing those guys popping cigarettes, I just gotta pop their faces all the time, I gotta clean the world from canceric toxic trash humans (only reason I love games so much I don't have to tolerate retards as much) reduce the religious context too would be awesome (at least from the missions name titles,, nicknames and conversations remove the context hell angel and all this crap have some respect to other beliefs/none beliefs be more neutral plz

    exept that this is the most brilliant game ive played for like ever, but they have no brain when it comes to online matchmaking,, aww ofc im not surprised, think this game is almost as good as the game I would have made if I had the power to, but without the online this game will eventually die    … Expand
  37. tsakiym
    Oct 5, 2015
    8
    ok..the gameplay was fantastic, the mechanics of these game was superb. i will definitely rate it 10/10 but... in one hand we have a grate gameplay and the other this stupid-unfinished-unexplainable-open world but just kilometres of nothing-bad acting-no sense story.. Im huge fan of mgs series but this game was a joke.. i understand why kojima doesn't bother of the disappear of "A Hideook..the gameplay was fantastic, the mechanics of these game was superb. i will definitely rate it 10/10 but... in one hand we have a grate gameplay and the other this stupid-unfinished-unexplainable-open world but just kilometres of nothing-bad acting-no sense story.. Im huge fan of mgs series but this game was a joke.. i understand why kojima doesn't bother of the disappear of "A Hideo Kojima Game". i have two reasons why this game published unfinished 1. No funds 2. No time to finished before the deadline...or this game is a big **** you" from kojima to the fans. i can write for hours about the "bads" of this game but im just another angry fan and i want to be objective about my rate. so 8 is a fair score.

    let the online be our final blow to this masterpiece series.    … Expand
  38. Fedismo14
    Mar 6, 2016
    9
    Esta obra puede ser amada por muchos y odiada por otros, dando mucho revuelo en la búsqueda de la verdad, si era malo o bueno el juego. Con suerte, su servidor esta con los primeros y pienso que es uno de los mejores juegos del año 2015. Sin embargo, no lo considero que este a la altura de sus predecesores.

    El apartado técnico de este juego es excelente, de los mejores que he visto. Su    Esta obra puede ser amada por muchos y odiada por otros, dando mucho revuelo en la búsqueda de la verdad, si era malo o bueno el juego. Con suerte, su servidor esta con los primeros y pienso que es uno de los mejores juegos del año 2015. Sin embargo, no lo considero que este a la altura de sus predecesores.

    El apartado técnico de este juego es excelente, de los mejores que he visto. Su "Gameplay" es variado, dando la posibilidad de hacer la misión a tus gustos, y ayuda que su diseño de nivel sea flexible, consiguiendo un conjunto de situaciones excepcionales e increíbles. Los gráficos son increíbles, siendo solo pasados por los del "Battlefront", y el sonido esta perfectamente implementado. La IA es lo desafiante y tiene un auto-aprendizaje que le viene de maravilla, no obstante, esta es afectada por la demasiada libertad que tiene el jugador.

    Sin embargo, su apartado artístico no esta a la altura y sus fallos pueden afectar a los mas aferrados de la saga. La historia es interesante, pero su narrativa y la carencia de momentos en la trama hacen que pierdas el hilo y resulte aburrido. La música es apreciada en los momentos que sale, pero nada mas en los momentos que sale, la mayoría del tiempo estas solo y no hay melodías que te acompañen dando así una falta de inmersión total. Estos dos aspectos resultaban clave para los juegos de Metal Gear y de allí el porque tanta desilusión.

    A pesar de los pecados que esta obra cometió, me resulto excelente y haciendo de lado las quejas tenemos uno de los juego mas importantes del 2015.

    Calificacion:
    Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain - 9.3    … Expand
  39. Gatchaman49
    Oct 16, 2015
    8
    The beginning is amazing, the graphics are great. The soundtrack is one of the best, but you have to collect every song one by one. To much filler in the the game. After you clear chapter 1 they reassign old missions which seems lazy, and the ending is very unsatisfying. The Online doesnt feel very fluid. Little replay value. Even with all its flaws (and there are many) I still loved it.
  40. ThunderRam
    Jun 13, 2016
    10
    MGS V has claimed my #1 spot for best game of all time.

    Here's why: - Innovative gameplay design - Continuous surprises throughout the game - Constant upgrades from every angle (weapons, helicopter, mother base, etc) that you can upgrade for 150+ hours - Interesting Story Line (kinda falls off at the end but that's not a huge negative) - You really feel like you are Snake with    MGS V has claimed my #1 spot for best game of all time.

    Here's why:

    - Innovative gameplay design
    - Continuous surprises throughout the game
    - Constant upgrades from every angle (weapons, helicopter, mother base, etc) that you can upgrade for 150+ hours
    - Interesting Story Line (kinda falls off at the end but that's not a huge negative)
    - You really feel like you are Snake with your personal helicopter, photos, tapes to play, and custom helicopter music when picking up or dropping you off to your destinations
    - Fully immersive free roaming world with PLENTY to do.
    - iDroid is an awesome mechanic just of itself
    - Online options for FOB missions and upgrading your base and attacking other people is an awesome addition
    - Difficulty of the game is PERFECT - at times it can be easy and at times it can be really hard but its up to you how you want to play it.
    - Interesting Companions while doing your missions (very sensual Quiet is usually who I pick to go with me to missions) ;)
    - Weapons and customization is AWESOME
    - Music is AWESOME but seems a little limited
    - Using the Fulton to balloon mostly everything for your base is weirdly very satisfying (and funny sometimes)

    Now some CONs:

    - Some missions feel cheap when you die constantly due to AI flaws
    - Some weapons feel way less powerful and/or unstable due to recoil that cant be fixed
    - Again, story kinda just slowly dies near the end (and again, its not a huge con compared to the gameplay)
    - Travelling from one part of your Mother Base to another platform is REDICULUSLY SLOW (either by driving your jeep or flying a helicopter) that you might as well do a mission, finish it, then go back to mother base, and you will still be faster than local transportation...

    The Pros HEAVILY outweigh the cons to the point where it really doesnt matter with the overall game rating.

    10/10 - Best game of all time

    P.s. You know its an amazing game when you start comparing it to other games you played and they are just horrible in comparison (even though you thought they were good before)    … Expand
  41. Mangs
    Dec 7, 2015
    10
    I am tired of developers only designing games to maximise profit. Yearly releases rendering the previous one redundant. In App purchases you must buy to progress through the game. Holding back so much for cost saving efficiency.

    Then once in a generation (in consoling terms at least) you are given a masterpiece. A game that has it all. Taken years of effort and thought to develop. Metal    I am tired of developers only designing games to maximise profit. Yearly releases rendering the previous one redundant. In App purchases you must buy to progress through the game. Holding back so much for cost saving efficiency.

    Then once in a generation (in consoling terms at least) you are given a masterpiece. A game that has it all. Taken years of effort and thought to develop. Metal Gear Solid V is just that! For the sophisticated gamer, requiring intelligence, skill and knowledge. Rewarded with a wonderful story revolving around real life events and accurate science. Moments that will make you furious, and times, you'll feel a lump in your throat.. a bright yellow one (the Snakes out there will get what I mean by that)!

    I spent 100 great hours on this game, and now I have clocked it I feel a sense of emptiness. I had become Big Boss, and his life was mine. This game has topped it as the best game I have EVER played! I salute you Kojima.    … Expand
  42. Redeadhood
    Mar 28, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The gamelpay is masterful, but the game itself doesn't really feel like Metal Gear. The story isn't what we have come to expect from Kojima. Apart from the prologue (which is one of the best missions in all of gaming), the game doesn't really have anything that stands out in terms of narrative. And the fact the second act of the game is a repeat of the first act but at a higher difficult just seems pure lazy. Since Konami had interfered with the production of the game and really didn't allow Kojima to tighten the game, I can forgive this misstep. This game should've been a masterpiece but is just a great entry in a franchise that has been firing on all cylinders since the start. I just can't help but feel sad that Kojima was not able to go out with a bang.… Expand
  43. Sawako
    Sep 14, 2015
    9
    metal gear solid 5 let you play as big boss as he turn from being a hero to iconic villain for metal gear series, this game trying to tell us how everything lead up to metal gear and onward but still left more question then trying to fix the story timeline, probably another kojima trolling lol but still, a great game with more then 100 hour worth of ur time with 2 big open world for you tometal gear solid 5 let you play as big boss as he turn from being a hero to iconic villain for metal gear series, this game trying to tell us how everything lead up to metal gear and onward but still left more question then trying to fix the story timeline, probably another kojima trolling lol but still, a great game with more then 100 hour worth of ur time with 2 big open world for you to explore and trying out different tactic , one of the most interesting part of the game is that there is a hidden difficulty in the game, shooting the enemy head continually will made them wear helmet, love to do stealth in night? they will start wearing night vision to counter you back as the longer you play. you will gain a buddy partner with you to help you on ur mission to stop skull, one of the them is called D-dog ( it not really a dog actually) who could snuff out enemy and the prisoner, quiet, a female sniper, a horse that can **** and a D- walker, a freaking machine that look like Metal Gear Mk. II. and pretty much everything about stealth and shooting is the same with ground zero and previous title.
    i have been saying the good part, is there a bad part? well the story is really not the same standard compare to the previous title, basically kojima spent more time on gameplay and the whole map then cinematic this time round, the story did try to show us how it happen before metal gear and onward but still lack a ton of cinematic scene xD blame kojima for spoiling his fan with lot of his long ass story but yea this time round it just lacking then previous title so yea that basically the only con i could think of o_O cause it is a good metal gear game, nothing much to talk about the con as much as i wan to
    so yea 9.5/10 from me    … Expand
  44. Reinkaos
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    Best gameplay of the series and one of the best games on the ps4 yet. Don't let the "no ending" stuff some people say to undermine this great experience. It's just MGS2 all over again, people don't get the message.
  45. GrandMasterD
    Sep 25, 2015
    9
    This is one of my favorite Metal Gears. The tone was different in this one, it was darker, and made you think about what you were doing at times. I still like snake eater the best, but altogether with all of the features, and replayability of mgs5, it's the better game. I haven't been into any ps3 games like I have this one, it'd make my top ten ps3-ps4 games easily.
  46. Madrez
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    This is a really good game, i waited so long for it and i enjoyed every moment of it! Gameplay is really really good. And i love Buddy system. I give it 9 because i expect more cutscenes and Game was not complete (Konami's fault) .
  47. Kopter
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    No soy muy de juegos de sigilo, pero la forma que este juego DE HIDEO KOJIMA da todas las posibilidades de infiltración, es que no sabría definir este juego ni en millones de caracteres, es simplemente increíble. Indispensable para cualquier persona que precie los juegos. Lo único que se le puede achacar es las "fumadas" en algunas partes de la historia, pero es HIDEO KOJIMA, así que se loNo soy muy de juegos de sigilo, pero la forma que este juego DE HIDEO KOJIMA da todas las posibilidades de infiltración, es que no sabría definir este juego ni en millones de caracteres, es simplemente increíble. Indispensable para cualquier persona que precie los juegos. Lo único que se le puede achacar es las "fumadas" en algunas partes de la historia, pero es HIDEO KOJIMA, así que se lo podemos permitir y apreciar el culo de Quiet mientras tanto.… Expand
  48. kwstas
    Jan 19, 2016
    10
    i was always ignored about the first person view in shooting games but everyone tells that is the way it must be . but finally this game can give the good feeling to see my hero and totally prove that the first person view is **** i have play a ton of shooting games but this is the most completely perfect shooting game . .
  49. InternetEnzyme
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Fantastic gameplay. That's all you need to know. I came into this game never playing a Metal Gear game before. Definitely a good purchase. There's so much content and the gameplay is so good that I found myself not caring if I didn't know what was happening in the story. There are some annoyances such as D-Horse being super finicky and pointless timers on Base Facility upgrades, but itFantastic gameplay. That's all you need to know. I came into this game never playing a Metal Gear game before. Definitely a good purchase. There's so much content and the gameplay is so good that I found myself not caring if I didn't know what was happening in the story. There are some annoyances such as D-Horse being super finicky and pointless timers on Base Facility upgrades, but it definitely worth a purchase.

    9.5/10    … Expand
  50. ryanurg
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    Having never played a MGS game before, this is one of my favorite games.

    Although the game is not perfect, it is one of the deepest and most fun to play games I've played in quite a while. The buddy system is near perfect, all buddies react almost exactly how you would expect them to. Other systems like the upgrades and base building systems are also very fun and immediately    Having never played a MGS game before, this is one of my favorite games.

    Although the game is not perfect, it is one of the deepest and most fun to play games I've played in quite a while.

    The buddy system is near perfect, all buddies react almost exactly how you would expect them to. Other systems like the upgrades and base building systems are also very fun and immediately rewarding.

    Really, the only downfall I've noticed is that some main story missions are significantly harder at random times. It seems as though the team did not have consistent communication pertaining to the difficulty within this game and that can cause some unexpected frustration.

    Beyond the small issues, this game is most definitely my contender for game of the year among Fallout 4 and The Witcher 3.    … Expand
  51. veactorxlive
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    Metal Gear Solid 5 is a an Art game, Every detail, the new fox engine, it is the best of the series, and an absolute must play, why you taking so long? some one says.. and it is because the good things take o much time to get finished and MGS 5 is an example for another game developers that take only one year or two for developing a game, I love MGS is fantastic, I have my admiration toMetal Gear Solid 5 is a an Art game, Every detail, the new fox engine, it is the best of the series, and an absolute must play, why you taking so long? some one says.. and it is because the good things take o much time to get finished and MGS 5 is an example for another game developers that take only one year or two for developing a game, I love MGS is fantastic, I have my admiration to all the team behind it, and my congratulations for Kojima Studios,… Expand
  52. VenomSnake98
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    This Game Is **** AWESOME!! MGSV: THE PHANTOM PAIN With An Awesome Gameplay, Fantastic Graphics And With A Very Good Story, It's Simply One Of The Best Games I Have Ever Played And Easily The Greatest Stealth Game Ever Made In History!! Thank You Hideo Kojima For This Masterpiece.
  53. Lothar
    Nov 21, 2015
    8
    Snake is back and he's better than ever. Snake is back and he's better than ever. Snake is back and he's better than ever. Snake is back and he's better than ever. Snake is back and he's better than ever.
    Story sucks. Messiah Gear Solid!
  54. deathflame20
    Nov 25, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece and may be the last game made by Hideo Kojima. If you haven't play this game, shame of you what kind of a gamer you are, haven't play game. This game have good graphic , good game play, good voice actor. This game is easly the game of the year 2015. This game is one of the best game I ever played in my life. If you haven't buy this game go. This game is WORTHThis game is a masterpiece and may be the last game made by Hideo Kojima. If you haven't play this game, shame of you what kind of a gamer you are, haven't play game. This game have good graphic , good game play, good voice actor. This game is easly the game of the year 2015. This game is one of the best game I ever played in my life. If you haven't buy this game go. This game is WORTH EVERY SINGLE MONEY.… Expand
  55. Abhaygamin2002
    Aug 18, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was quite long and quite fun but I have the same query as the other gamers it's unfinished it's clearly not finished the real game is up to chapter 1 and then it's just a left over mess what about sahelanthropus with Eli and rest of the stuff it's unclear and I felt like till now I wasted my time on story but gameplay was worth it!… Expand
  56. willandrades
    Jan 23, 2016
    10
    Talvez uma obra prima, eu não sei. Teve momentos que me marcaram tanto pela maneira como o Kojima constrói suas cenas de ação geniais quanto pelo arco dramático da Quiet (minha personagem favorita). Mas o final apesar de ter uma ideia inovadora pelas intenções do Kojima, deixa a desejar por toda a caminhada de Boss até Phantom Pain, que tem uma conclusão um tanto insatisfatória, mas todo oTalvez uma obra prima, eu não sei. Teve momentos que me marcaram tanto pela maneira como o Kojima constrói suas cenas de ação geniais quanto pelo arco dramático da Quiet (minha personagem favorita). Mas o final apesar de ter uma ideia inovadora pelas intenções do Kojima, deixa a desejar por toda a caminhada de Boss até Phantom Pain, que tem uma conclusão um tanto insatisfatória, mas todo o resto, nossa...… Expand
  57. RodSal
    Jan 25, 2016
    8
    Honest opinion.

    First of all, this is my first Metal Gear game, so i wont bias. The game is GREAT, its NOT perfect and i dont think it deserves a 10/10. Not at all! 9/10 maybe? But a 8/10 for sure! Graphics are awsome, sounds, and the gameplay is superb. Story is a little bit boring and there is no character that i got attached for. The open world seemed a lillte bit empty and also    Honest opinion.

    First of all, this is my first Metal Gear game, so i wont bias. The game is GREAT, its NOT perfect and i dont think it deserves a 10/10. Not at all! 9/10 maybe? But a 8/10 for sure! Graphics are awsome, sounds, and the gameplay is superb. Story is a little bit boring and there is no character that i got attached for. The open world seemed a lillte bit empty and also boring. Missions are repetitives specially when doing side quests for money. But theres a lot of good stuff, like tons of weapons to choose, crafts, improve the helicopter, companions and so on. Mother base is also fun to deal with. IA is awsome and you can complete missions the way you prefer, be stealth agent or a gun maniac shooting everybody. Overall its a great game and you should pick it if you like spy games and on how to elaborate your next move to take an enemy down.

    Graphics: 9
    Sound: 9
    History: 6
    Gameplay: 10
    Fun:8    … Expand
  58. mrtrecool7
    Nov 29, 2016
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played! The main story was interesting and the character development was very good! The side ops were very fun but a bit repetitive. apart from that I loved this game and it has a true place in my heart.

    Well done Hideo Kojima!
  59. epicmick
    Mar 10, 2016
    10
    metal gear solid 5 the phantom pain wow! if you have not played this game what are you waiting for. this game its a must for anyone who like or does not like stealth game it is also a must for people who like good story driven game though you will be lost if you have never played a metal gear solid game in the past listen to some tape and watch some video on youtube like big boss story inmetal gear solid 5 the phantom pain wow! if you have not played this game what are you waiting for. this game its a must for anyone who like or does not like stealth game it is also a must for people who like good story driven game though you will be lost if you have never played a metal gear solid game in the past listen to some tape and watch some video on youtube like big boss story in 5 minute by ign and then you will understand everything about the story the game is very good plus there is so many side op and main op. you will definitly pass more than two hundred hours. the thing that i don't like about the game is konami yes what i do not like about the game is the company. yes what i do not like about the game is konami i do not understand how they can be that bad to hideo kojima which is keeping that company alive. But that annother story for annother day. Did you know that you could customize your weapon see how i say that this game is masive. So the final verdict for metal gear solid 5 the phantom pain is a ten in my opinion it is a masterpiece the gameplay day and night cycle is amazing. The gameplay is outstanding literally everything about this game is great. you can even be as loud as you want. Even if konamy was not being such of a pain im sure the game would have been greater but for what it is it is surely a ten out of ten… Expand
  60. Daniel_Ahab
    Oct 11, 2016
    10
    The Phantom Pain is the kind of game I thought would never exist - one where every minute gameplay detail has true purpose. Its lack of story focus is sure to be divisive for the Metal Gear faithful, but the resulting emphasis on my story, my tales of Espionage Action, easily make it my favorite in the series. There have certainly been sandbox action games that have given me a bigger worldThe Phantom Pain is the kind of game I thought would never exist - one where every minute gameplay detail has true purpose. Its lack of story focus is sure to be divisive for the Metal Gear faithful, but the resulting emphasis on my story, my tales of Espionage Action, easily make it my favorite in the series. There have certainly been sandbox action games that have given me a bigger world to roam, or more little icons to chase on my minimap, but none have pushed me to plan, adapt, and improvise the way this one does. Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain doesn’t just respect my intelligence as a player, it expects it of me, putting it in a league that few others occupy.… Expand
  61. chrisjb1983
    Feb 16, 2017
    9
    Phantom Pain is a great entry into the series. The Stealth elements are unquestionably the best to date of any game in existence. The gunplay is realistic, giving the player a test of concentration. A.I is among the best in todays video games. Level designs and strategic base building implements really add to the longevity of the game giving the player a reason to come back and playPhantom Pain is a great entry into the series. The Stealth elements are unquestionably the best to date of any game in existence. The gunplay is realistic, giving the player a test of concentration. A.I is among the best in todays video games. Level designs and strategic base building implements really add to the longevity of the game giving the player a reason to come back and play repeatedly for a different approach to the game.

    With all that said, the game is not perfect. Boss battles are among the weakest in the series, :(. Cut scenes (while there are just as many in every other MG game, about 5 hours worth), are simply present for WOW factor. Only about 20% of the cut scenes have any true relevance to the story dialogue of the game. Rest of the story is tied to cassette tapes (which there are A LOT OF), to fill in plot holes. Ending could have been better presented, but was still satisfactory overall. Instead of giving the player an option to select harder difficulties, it's up to the player to turn off options such as marking and go into battle bare bones with no buddy (just like MGS games of old).

    TL:DR - I loved Phantom Pain overall, but not the best in the series. Must buy for vets of the series.    … Expand
  62. Oreoking
    Feb 26, 2016
    10
    This is the best game i have ever played. The game play was mind blowing. Best part was that we could make our own way of mission completion which gives us gamer great joy. People who have not played previous installments of mgs are gonna be confused so i recommend them to either know the story well or play previous mgs games before you play this because the story may seem confused andThis is the best game i have ever played. The game play was mind blowing. Best part was that we could make our own way of mission completion which gives us gamer great joy. People who have not played previous installments of mgs are gonna be confused so i recommend them to either know the story well or play previous mgs games before you play this because the story may seem confused and incomplete otherwise. I would say this was the best game ever made and next to it stands the Witcher 3.. Hoping to see more of mgs in the future… Expand
  63. omair1999rockzz
    Mar 25, 2016
    10
    got it during Christmas sale..Played it in the Christmas weekend..its just a masterpiece..if u love stealth and adventure and want several approach for a mission..u must buy this game..it works perfectly fine on ps4..loved it..every body must try it out..
  64. mitchellpeters
    Apr 4, 2016
    10
    Hideo Kojima made a master piece with this metal gear the last
    one but the best, in my opinion. Making an open world game very complete ,congratulations Hideo Kojima
  65. Naedrif
    Oct 5, 2016
    8
    I quit this game after the first mission. Luckily for me i got really bored one day and gave it another shot. And i can tell you i was about to miss out on a really good game. Definitely top 5 PS4 games, a must play i would say. On the downside i rly hated reading "Hideo Kojima"s every 5 seconds of the game
  66. Internet_Enzyme
    May 13, 2016
    8
    This game makes you feel like a badass. It also makes you feel like a bumbling idiot (if you're like me and enjoy the stealth route far more). There is nothing more soul crushing than being spotted and being thrust straight into a firefight that can lost several minutes at a time. But, similarly there is nothing more rewarding than stealth-ing your way through an entire stronghold withoutThis game makes you feel like a badass. It also makes you feel like a bumbling idiot (if you're like me and enjoy the stealth route far more). There is nothing more soul crushing than being spotted and being thrust straight into a firefight that can lost several minutes at a time. But, similarly there is nothing more rewarding than stealth-ing your way through an entire stronghold without being seen. The potential for tension and fun is palpable, but so is the potential for misery and self-loathing. Those of you that love going all out guns blazing are serviced as well (although I don't get why you would want to take that route, you crazy bastards), with plenty of high power weapons sans suppressors for you to use. The game really emphasizes choice. Each mission starts you several hundred feet away from your objective (albeit with an annoyingly long, unskippable cutscene) letting you choose how you get to the objective, and from what angle you take it on. It's a very dynamic, reactionary game that lets you tackle things the way you want to tackle them. I'm not saying that choice is necessary in all games (linear games have their place), but it certainly works in this game. And that's the main difference between this game and Splinter Cell. Choice.
    This is my first MGSV. I hadn't played Ground Zeroes, so I was completely new to the franchise's convoluted (from what I've heard) story. The story in this game is very bare bones. Big Boss speaks incredibly rarely, and I had very little context to any of it. Psychomantis? FIre Guy? Skull Face? Sahelanthropus? The hell is all this? Unlike Witcher 3, this game's story is unfriendly to newcomers. But does it matter? Not really. I have a few other complaints such as a lack of variety in a few levels, challenge levels that serve to pad the game's length, etc, etc. But its a fun game. And that's really what matters the most.    … Expand
  67. jonasjb
    May 27, 2016
    9
    Que jogo maravilhoso! Não consigo parar de jogar! É completo em todos os quesitos: jogabilidade, ações, opções e trilha sonora(e QUE TRILHA SONORA!). O único ponto negativo são as missões repetidas, mesmo assim joguei novamente todas!
  68. Tazzy13
    May 12, 2016
    10
    Fantastic game , so deep in its mechanics and gameplay options . Addictive gameplay always want to play for that bit longer and unlock more things. Love mixing it up on the battlefield . This game will be remembered as a masterpiece for years to come. Even if Kojima has left konami i hope he makes more games as good as this. A must buy for any gamer!
  69. aguarner11
    May 16, 2016
    9
    A perfect game. It is so well done! This is the best stealth game ever. Every mission is different, and maybe even better than the one before. The only thing I'll complain about it's its difficulty. I could easily complete the first 15 missions in only two attempts, but from then I had to at least try 4 times before I could complete the whole mission.
  70. maddmann99
    May 19, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hideo Kojima has done it again! Although it's a radical step forward and a break from tradition for the Metal Gear series, MGSV is a well-executed game that excels in almost every aspect of gameplay. It still has all of the quirks of a Metal Gear game, but the open-world maps usher in previously unheard of levels of freedom to the Metal Gear series.

    The graphics are beautiful and the game always runs smoothly, the story is great (though, honestly, not as deep as previous Metal Gear games like 2 or 4), and the style of gameplay keeps you on your toes! The only complaint I really have is how invasive the online features are; you can't construct any FOB's (extra bases) offline, and nuclear weapons are useless to offline players.

    Other than those (admittedly minor) issues, Metal Gear Solid V is an overall wonderful game and deserves its spot in the Metal Gear series! Sure, there's a lot of content that got left out (I'm looking at you, Mission 51), but what's in the game now is more than enough to make up for it.

    I would highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a great stealth action or third person shooter game. MGSV delivers and it delivers well.    … Expand
  71. HTGamer
    May 22, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am a big MGS fan, but I have mixed feelings about The Phantom Pain. It's a highly ambitious game that sadly doesn't hit its goals, maybe because of the notorious fallout between Konami and Kojima.

    The story, one of the trademarks of the MGS series, is both the worst and most under-developed ever (even MGS 4 had a much better and more impactful one). After a good start in the Hospital escape and the Miller rescue, the storytelling becomes either irrelevant or bland, only to pick up in the final few missions (which end up with Skull Face's death and the destruction of Metal Gear). The almost silent Big Boss (who is too calm for a man supposedly hell bent on revenge) voiced by Kiefer Sutherland doesn't help matters, and most other major characters are disappointing (Ocelot and Skull Face in particular) and at times make no sense. Only Huey was a well written, complex and tragic character, and Miller to a lesser degree. Quiet is a mysterious and interesting figure who simply walks away in the end. The pre-release trailers set up a magnificent premise, but the story is, to put it frankly, totally different to what we would expect from Kojima.

    Another big issue is that the game is incomplete. There is the notorious Episode 51 which was cut from the game and is available on Youtube to watch, but I suspect there is more content which was cut. I don't understand why they cut this particular episode as it is awesome, and it ties Eli's (he's young Liquid Snake, but most people recognised him in the trailers anyway) loose end who in the game simply disappeared from Mother Base, his fate left unexplained.

    The story may be a disappointment, but gameplay is simply fantastic. Missions are designed in such a way that you can infiltrate enemy posts from whatever path you want, whichever method you see fit, and whatever time of day you wish. You have to choose from either stealth, Rambo-style-all-guns-blazing, or a mixture, and use whatever gadgets you have. Obviously the way to go is stealth, preferably at night, because the AI is competent enough to be a serious threat. If alerted, the enemy soldiers surround the player, and if you hide while being hunted they won't forget you easily as they keep searching for quite a time. Individual AIs aren't the smartest, but it's a game, not a military simulator. One of the best features is the inclusion of AI companions to aid you in the field (it's 100% optional, but I highly recommend using all the help you can get). You start with D-Horse, then add D-Dog (smells enemies from afar automatically and attacks them if ordered), Quiet (tracks enemies automatically and shoots/tranquilizes them if ordered), and D-Walker (a walking robot, which is both a transport vehicle and can track and shoot enemies automatically). You can ride a jeep or a tank, too, in order to travel between locations. There are 2 maps, Afghanistan and Africa, and both are huge in size and varied, even featuring animals and plants.

    Another big part of gameplay is Mother Base and the Fulton extraction balloon. You can extract enemy soldiers or prisoners of war via Fulton, and convince them to join your ranks so as to raise your army, or extract material containers in order to expand your Mother Base. The more and better troops you have, the more perks you get from Mother Base (mortar strikes, weather predictions, enemy reports, etc.) and you can unlock new weapons and gadgets to use on the field.

    The game has 2 online modes, FOB Missions and Metal Gear Online. The former is tied to the single player campaign, as you infiltrate (PvE style) the FOBs of other players and steal material containers or soldiers, and can be quite challenging when invading an FOB with fully armed troops and anti-theft devices. The latter is a standard PvP online game suite. Nothing outstanding (maybe except the newly added Survival mode), but not bad either.

    A few words about the graphics and sound. The game is powered by the Fox Engine. While the game's graphics aren't cutting edge (you can easily see polygon details everywhere), it's beautiful, with one of the best lighting models out there. And it runs at stable 60 fps, not bad for an open world game on consoles. The only downside is the small draw distance for foliage, shadows and textures, but it's handled carefully (they fade in/out, instead of abruptly popping in). As for the sound, the effects are great, but the soundtrack isn't memorable. The "Sins of the Father" song is awesome, though.

    Overall, it's a great game, non-MGS fans won't lose themselves to 60 minute cut-scens, but the diehards will feel disappointed. Anyway, buy the game and enjoy it as I did.

    MEGA SPOILER: The final and true ending, which links the entire saga in a not-so-perfect way, is the best thank you I have ever seen in a video game. At the same time, Kojima pulled another MGS 2 stunt on us. Even bigger than the previous one. That's all I will say about it.    … Expand
  72. 22446688Bb
    Sep 10, 2018
    10
    One of the best games of action and espionage but suffer from repeated in the style of play and even in the lack of the story but then considered the best experience I have experienced in this generation I hope I see the game B the same level or better despite the repeated but I Mahsit Bmll
  73. ZantyLopez
    Dec 5, 2016
    8
    This is a good game but not a good "Metal Gear" game, It could have been so much but you know what happened...
    It performs amazing while looking impressive, all of this because the Fox Engine (Kojima’s and Konami's baby that now that his parents got divorced and lives with his abusive mother who only needs him for Pachinko cutscenes). The gameplay is what kept me waitingimeanplaying for    This is a good game but not a good "Metal Gear" game, It could have been so much but you know what happened...
    It performs amazing while looking impressive, all of this because the Fox Engine (Kojima’s and Konami's baby that now that his parents got divorced and lives with his abusive mother who only needs him for Pachinko cutscenes). The gameplay is what kept me waitingimeanplaying for +100 hours, the mechanics are solid and add replayability to every mission.
    I finished the first chapter and although it wasn’t special I wish it would have stayed that way, The second chapter is a mess and don't even get me started on the third. The episodic structure doesn't work and the "guest-starring" ruins the surprises. Plotwise, this game doesn’t need to exist, the plot twist explains a thing from the first metal gear and that’s it. Side-Ops are the blandest thing in the world, the content isn’t a ocean you can dive in, it is a very big swamp (no depth). Also, seeing stuff like the Tuxedo being micro-transactions hurts.
    I feel mixed about TPP, it could have been “the ultimate Metal Gear game” but it fails feeling like a metal gear game... still, it has kept me playing for +100 hours. I would give it a 7.5 if I could    … Expand
  74. TheGabrielRam
    Nov 29, 2016
    8
    "To The Man Who Sold The World"
    PRO: +Gameplay is beyond competition +Visuals are still amazing in 2016 +True open world and freedom
    CON: -Incomplete story -Poorly written characters -Micro transactions
  75. Catalyst13
    Oct 9, 2016
    8
    THE GOOD
    - The usual deep engaging story and interesting characters.
    - Good but not breathtaking graphics - Very open and versatile gameplay. You can choose one of many methods to complete any level and that include weapon loadout and upgrades. - Many tactical options when it comes to companions and their upgrades. THE BAD - Feels undercooked and simply unfinished. - The two    THE GOOD
    - The usual deep engaging story and interesting characters.
    - Good but not breathtaking graphics
    - Very open and versatile gameplay. You can choose one of many methods to complete any level and that include weapon loadout and upgrades.
    - Many tactical options when it comes to companions and their upgrades.

    THE BAD
    - Feels undercooked and simply unfinished.
    - The two locations available get boring fast
    - Repetitive side ops
    - Many issues with online gameplay regarding the addition of micro-payments and pay-to-win.

    FINAL WORDS
    This is a great game that got me hooked for a while and I will gladly recommend it despite that it feels unfinished and its rather small world (by today's standards off course for a triple A title)    … Expand
  76. GoodApollo88
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    The swansong the Kojima's beloved series is a fine one. The gameplay and mechanics have been refined making for more fluid controls and movement. The game itself is vast and there is so much to do as you travel to Afghanistan, Angola/Zaire and Mother Base, using the fulton device on soldiers for your army, capturing guard posts, developing new weapons/outfits, the list goes on. The game isThe swansong the Kojima's beloved series is a fine one. The gameplay and mechanics have been refined making for more fluid controls and movement. The game itself is vast and there is so much to do as you travel to Afghanistan, Angola/Zaire and Mother Base, using the fulton device on soldiers for your army, capturing guard posts, developing new weapons/outfits, the list goes on. The game is very mission based, and you can approach a mission in multiple ways. Afghanistan is your playground and never has a game been so creative and inventive with items like the active decoy and the classic cardboard box. The story may lack focus to some but it is still a great plot dealing with dark themes from the conflict and effects of war to the treatment women and of child soldiers. It's the darkest MGS and certainly poses a few questions along the way. The cut scenes as usual are as polished and cinematic as ever.. Considering this is Kojima's last MGS, it is a bold and daring departure from the series formula but one that works. A modern day masterpiece.Game of 2015!… Expand
  77. Lewis-Angelo
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    el último Metal Gear de Kojima, otro más de la saga para lo bueno y para lo malo

    todo es marca de la casa, la obsesión por la historia, la calidad de las cinemáticas, robots que gritan, personajes con personalidad hasta para ir al baño, poderes y demás virus que quieren acabar con todo, y con los detalles que no se aprovechan de anteriores juegos, todo ello es Metal Gear zonas por    el último Metal Gear de Kojima, otro más de la saga para lo bueno y para lo malo

    todo es marca de la casa, la obsesión por la historia, la calidad de las cinemáticas, robots que gritan, personajes con personalidad hasta para ir al baño, poderes y demás virus que quieren acabar con todo, y con los detalles que no se aprovechan de anteriores juegos, todo ello es Metal Gear

    zonas por capítulos, pudiendo rejugarlos al gusto siguiendo a Peace Walker, los codecs ahora en cintas para escucharlos en cualquier momento, misiones secundarias que nos dejan elegir y aprovechar mucho más las herramientas que podemos crear en la Mother Base

    la pega es que el juego no está terminado, esa misión 51 perdida en el limbo, y la ansiada escena que interconectase MGSV y MG1 que jamás veremos

    MGS3>Peace Walker>MGSV>MGS2>MGS4>MGS1    … Expand
  78. sgthombre
    Sep 23, 2016
    10
    I'm just writing at least 150 characters because I wanted to save this review in a more convenient way to look back at scores that I had given stuff as a user.
  79. Mojitality
    Dec 1, 2016
    10
    Well done master Kojima.i still enjoy the side ops because of the superb gameplay and graphics.unlimited stuff with bandana is great fun.after game update,i had framerate issues on win 8. I installed win 7 and most games ran better with better framerates.if u r using hdtv for your pc,a high quality hdmi cable also gives smoother game experience.developing nuclear power seemed useless inWell done master Kojima.i still enjoy the side ops because of the superb gameplay and graphics.unlimited stuff with bandana is great fun.after game update,i had framerate issues on win 8. I installed win 7 and most games ran better with better framerates.if u r using hdtv for your pc,a high quality hdmi cable also gives smoother game experience.developing nuclear power seemed useless in offline mode.still wonder if there would be a third act with a snowy and cold environment.the main story seemed unfinished.down with Konami if they have been the cause of this discontinuation. Any gamer must play this game.… Expand
  80. Neel74
    Dec 11, 2016
    8
    It's difficult to properly judge the story of this game since it's clear there was content cut out. What semblance of a story there is however, is not good. The core gameplay though is a streamlined version of MGS 3 mixed with Peacewalker's RPG elements; it's very engaging and addictive at first, however the lackluster world design causes the game to feel repetitive.
  81. filiptairi92
    Jan 8, 2017
    10
    Oh,man,what a game.Probably my favourite of all.The game has special and unique vibe that only Kojima can make.Cutscenes are like movies,one of the best cutscenes in games..It has scary,and also funny parts.Overall,the game is WEIRD,in a good way.This is my first MGS,and i have been blown away with this..Also,soundtrack is the best.I know,the game is not finished,a whole chapter isOh,man,what a game.Probably my favourite of all.The game has special and unique vibe that only Kojima can make.Cutscenes are like movies,one of the best cutscenes in games..It has scary,and also funny parts.Overall,the game is WEIRD,in a good way.This is my first MGS,and i have been blown away with this..Also,soundtrack is the best.I know,the game is not finished,a whole chapter is missing(f*ck you,Konami),but i like the game the way it is,anyway...If the game was finished,i would must to give it 11/10!… Expand
  82. DreamEaglr
    Mar 1, 2017
    9
    Финальное слово Хидео Кодзимы в жанре стелс-экшенов и последняя его работа под гнётом Konami. Итак, что же есть в этой игре? А в ней есть: Две огромные локации со своими базами, блокпостами, патрулями, фауной и миссиями, и казалось бы такое небольшое количество главных составляющих превращает ее в настолько огромную и разнообразную игру, что просто не веришь своим глазам, что такоеФинальное слово Хидео Кодзимы в жанре стелс-экшенов и последняя его работа под гнётом Konami. Итак, что же есть в этой игре? А в ней есть: Две огромные локации со своими базами, блокпостами, патрулями, фауной и миссиями, и казалось бы такое небольшое количество главных составляющих превращает ее в настолько огромную и разнообразную игру, что просто не веришь своим глазам, что такое творение появилось в свет, а учитывая что игру разрабатывали как всегда 6-7 лет и все те проблемы внутри Konami, то, что она не превратилась в манную кашу, уже показатель. Сюжетно игра продолжает события Piece Walker и поэтому комментарии по поводу сюжета MGSV излишни. О гениальных и красиво срежиссированных кат сценах много писать не буду, тут и так все ясно. MGSV - революционный Metal Gear и одна из главных игр года.… Expand
  83. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Kojima has done a great job in this great game in general I think one of the best metal gear so far and a great farewell to kojima for his fans with this incredible game.

    My review is 9/10 as it is a great game
  84. raccoondaddy
    Jul 1, 2017
    8
    Short review for the non-fans: AWESOME ACTION GAME, gives you the option to go stealth or guns out provided you think on how to take out the enemy. The story does blend reality and fiction, but is really rewarding, so long as you pay attention. Best thing to do if you're confused, JUST KEEP WATCHING/LISTENING to the tapes and cutscenes. You'll catch on. Lots of unlockables andShort review for the non-fans: AWESOME ACTION GAME, gives you the option to go stealth or guns out provided you think on how to take out the enemy. The story does blend reality and fiction, but is really rewarding, so long as you pay attention. Best thing to do if you're confused, JUST KEEP WATCHING/LISTENING to the tapes and cutscenes. You'll catch on. Lots of unlockables and content, multiplayer is fun, but you should play the regular game first to get a hang on the controls. Later, you get the ability to invade other online player's home bases; which is really fun to do.

    TRUE FAN review: Been playing since the Metal Gear NES days. From someone who understands and follows almost all of the Metal Gear/MGS Canon and real life issues of the series. I'll share my perspective and will hopefully persuade you to pick this up.

    MGSV picks up right where Ground Zeros left off. (Haven't played it?! No worries there is a recap, recommend you watch that if you haven't) Right away the game throws some seriously disturbing twists at you. As a fan, they hit you hard, but only adds to the compelling narrative to follow.

    As a story, it truly does start out strong and ends with you feeling bitter. However, this is where you should look up the cut material from the game. (Which essentially is a key part of the ACTUAL ENDING to the game and helps to further explain all of the questions left unanswered)

    As for gameplay, this is the best stealth/3rd person shooter out there. It runs beautifully, loaded with plenty of unlockables, online gameplay, etc. First, the Fulton system gets old and seems to distract from the purpose of the game, which is stealth. (This coming from someone whose played Peace Walker to 100%) Mother base exploration is cool at first and later pretty bland. Last, are the buddies, although they are optional to use; they eventually make the game too easy. Sure, they are handy, when your taking care of those side ops, but they tend to make the main ops less enjoyable.

    In comparison to the other titles. The main ops are best out of the series in terms of a challenge and how creative they are to sneak through. Story wise its on par with Metal Gear Solid 2, which was good but a little sloppy. Overall the presentation with the cutscenes are the most beautiful, but I'd still put MGS4's above it, artistically.    … Expand
  85. ZicX
    Mar 12, 2017
    9
    A fantastic gameplay , a decent story , and have much much replayability.
    But its not a finished game maybe because of a **** konami. I played it around 50-60 hours and very happy.
    Go get this game cheap if you dont already have it.
    I rate it 8.5
  86. ElYousstaro
    Mar 18, 2017
    9
    One of the best games ever, there is a lot of ways to finish a mission.

    One mistake is that the game isn't really finished ... the second part is clearly not finished properly ... But this game is just amazing ! It's a master piece for every TPS and infiltration style games. Clearly not the best, clearly not the more innovative game from KOJITRON but it's clearly a well designed    One of the best games ever, there is a lot of ways to finish a mission.

    One mistake is that the game isn't really finished ... the second part is clearly not finished properly ...

    But this game is just amazing ! It's a master piece for every TPS and infiltration style games.

    Clearly not the best, clearly not the more innovative game from KOJITRON but it's clearly a well designed game that can fit for every kind of players ! AND THE PLOT TWIST ! THE PLOT TWIST IS **** GOOD !

    Another thing for every haters that are shouting that the game is weak ... How many games can concentrate a large scale of players that are trying to solve every mysteries surrounding it 5 years after the release? Think about it ! Kojima know what he is doing and obviously ... Every thing is calculated !    … Expand
  87. archaim
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    Несколько противоречивая игра.

    С одной стороны великолепный геймплей. Стелс выполнен на высшем уровне. Игрока всегда предупреждают, когда он находится под угрозой обнаружения, что практически исключает раздражающие ситуации, когда тебя замечает какой-нибудь случайный солдат, поставленный в неудобном месте и ломает тебе прохождение. Интересная механика разведки, когда можно заранее    Несколько противоречивая игра.

    С одной стороны великолепный геймплей. Стелс выполнен на высшем уровне. Игрока всегда предупреждают, когда он находится под угрозой обнаружения, что практически исключает раздражающие ситуации, когда тебя замечает какой-нибудь случайный солдат, поставленный в неудобном месте и ломает тебе прохождение. Интересная механика разведки, когда можно заранее отметить через бинокль позиции охраны. Множество механик, позволяющих разбираться с врагами разными способами: ближний бой, усыпляющие и оглушающие гранаты, средства отвлечения врагов, бесшумные убийства, средства маскировки, возможность угрожать солдатам оружием, допрашивать и разоружать их. Куча девайсов и оружия. Напарники!

    С другой стороны, открытый мир не даёт разнообразия активностей. Игра выглядит недоделанной. По сути, в ходе игры нам предлагают просто зачищать аванпосты. Это интересно, но со временем надоедает. Менеджмент базы весьма детальный, но недостаточно увлекательный, он скатывается в банальный гринд ресурсов.

    Сюжет не доделан, игра просто обрывается в какой-то момент.

    Сетевые функции тоже завязаны на гринде и понравятся только тем, кому мало основной игры и хочется ещё того же, но на соревновательной основе.

    Резюмируя, хочу сказать, что игра не плоха. Она определённо стоит внимания. Огромное количество деталей и Кодзимовских "фишек" способствуют погружению, что отчасти компенсирует однообразие активностей. Как минимум пройти игру будет интересно, а вопрос заниматься ли гриндом побочек и развитием базы остаётся на ваше усмотрение.    … Expand
  88. SSAO
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Спустя столько лет играется на ура. 10/10. И выглядит не плохо. Сюжет, конечно, чуть чуть недоделан, и чуть она растянута, но все же хочется отметить, что игра превосходна!

    Повторюсь - 10/10
  89. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    A Masterpiece, loved everything about this game, it is definitely a must play!
  90. GreatestHits
    Dec 24, 2018
    8
    The Phantom Pain is the kind of game I thought would never exist - one where every minute gameplay detail has true purpose. Its lack of story focus is sure to be divisive for the Metal Gear faithful, but the resulting emphasis on my story, my tales of Espionage Action, easily make it my favorite in the series. There have certainly been sandbox action games that have given me a bigger worldThe Phantom Pain is the kind of game I thought would never exist - one where every minute gameplay detail has true purpose. Its lack of story focus is sure to be divisive for the Metal Gear faithful, but the resulting emphasis on my story, my tales of Espionage Action, easily make it my favorite in the series. There have certainly been sandbox action games that have given me a bigger world to roam, or more little icons to chase on my minimap, but none have pushed me to plan, adapt, and improvise the way this one does. Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain doesn’t just respect my intelligence as a player, it expects it of me, putting it in a league that few others occupy.… Expand
  91. RealGirlGamer
    Nov 25, 2019
    8
    I enjoyed the game for what it was - gameplay is super fun, graphics are amazing, the story is interesting, and I loved the side characters - but my gripe is with the fact that the game wasn't properly finished. I blame Konami for this, and it was a bad decision.
    There is a whole third chapter that Kojima wanted to make, which was cut out of the game, and so many plot lines were cut off    I enjoyed the game for what it was - gameplay is super fun, graphics are amazing, the story is interesting, and I loved the side characters - but my gripe is with the fact that the game wasn't properly finished. I blame Konami for this, and it was a bad decision.
    There is a whole third chapter that Kojima wanted to make, which was cut out of the game, and so many plot lines were cut off and remain unresolved. Don't get me wrong, the game is still enjoyable, but the ending isn't perfect although it very well could have been.    … Expand
  92. oVadik
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Гений Кодзима наконец-то начал свои игры переводить на русский, спасибо. А игра понравилась: приятный геймплей, сюжет с интригами, а также сюжет затрагивает очень много серьёзных тем. Ну и ииии quite или же Молчунья, за неë +.Гений Кодзима наконец-то начал свои игры переводить на русский, спасибо. А игра понравилась: приятный геймплей, сюжет с интригами, а также сюжет затрагивает очень много серьёзных тем. Ну и ииии quite или же Молчунья, за неë +.
  93. RVPar
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Отличная игра. Жаль что не переведена на Русский, только субтитры. Можно и на 200 часов зависнуть. Очень много разных мелочей которые надо учитывать.
  94. Hevox
    May 16, 2023
    9
    9, its too hard to explain. The Phantom pain is more than just a game, it's several years of waiting, speculation and broken promise. The whole behind the scene story with Konami, the missing chapter 3 and the promise of an uncompromising story that never happened...
    MGS V features the best TPS gameplay ever, a veritable sandbox of infiltration in a world so empty...
    But despite all that    9, its too hard to explain. The Phantom pain is more than just a game, it's several years of waiting, speculation and broken promise. The whole behind the scene story with Konami, the missing chapter 3 and the promise of an uncompromising story that never happened...
    MGS V features the best TPS gameplay ever, a veritable sandbox of infiltration in a world so empty...
    But despite all that it's one of the games where I had the most fun.
    This game cannot be rated for my whole experience.
    Play Time : 213h    … Expand
  95. keshudioo
    Dec 6, 2021
    8
    This game has left a hole in my heart. I wish I could meet the characters again. We miss Snake and Quiet.
  96. Jjkhoza_vi
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    This is the first metal gear solid game I’ve played and I absolutely love it, I hope the previous games get a remake or remaster so I can see how it all began.
  97. MaxHONDA
    Dec 31, 2021
    10
    I love this game, it makes Snake complete.. He is a stealt action hero, and he makes the game one of the best. must buy!
  98. LudwigSteiner
    Sep 16, 2015
    9
    First of all, its realy good, not the best game, but better than most AAA titles. There is a lot to do and you get your 60 bux worth of it. It does not matter if you are new to the series, the story will be a **** non the less.

    What matters: YOU GOT THINGS TO DO !!! A lot of things, Build a private army, go sneak breaky like, build FOBs, invade enemy FOBs, defend your FOB, build an even    First of all, its realy good, not the best game, but better than most AAA titles. There is a lot to do and you get your 60 bux worth of it. It does not matter if you are new to the series, the story will be a **** non the less.

    What matters: YOU GOT THINGS TO DO !!! A lot of things, Build a private army, go sneak breaky like, build FOBs, invade enemy FOBs, defend your FOB, build an even bigger Army, fight against other armys, go more sneaky breaky, go even cheeki breeki ! Its just great. The bossbattles are a bit lame but...god customisation is wonderful !    … Expand
  99. JarrodVoo
    Sep 14, 2015
    10
    All the things you can do in this game, all the different approaches. I never write a review and I never give anything 10/10, but MGSV deserves it 100%.
  100. TheBiasedTruth
    Sep 13, 2015
    9
    Certain games have been released that, whilst they may not be the genre of game you generally enjoy, through sheer commitment, quality, budget or direction, are impossible to ignore. Ladies and gentleman, I give you MGSV.

    Boasting many hours of sandbox style mayhem, a plethora of gadgets and weapons, base building and the trademark Hideo touch, this game is an obvious choice for either    Certain games have been released that, whilst they may not be the genre of game you generally enjoy, through sheer commitment, quality, budget or direction, are impossible to ignore. Ladies and gentleman, I give you MGSV.

    Boasting many hours of sandbox style mayhem, a plethora of gadgets and weapons, base building and the trademark Hideo touch, this game is an obvious choice for either the budget conscious, metal gear fan, or those who love the freedom to tackle a game on their own terms. A fitting end to the series, whatever your thoughts on the change in direction.

    It's not all roses currently -- Sticky server issues continue to plague the online component (almost a standard these days), but it's a small hitch in an otherwise impeccable presentation.

    Oddly enough, my experience with the game so far, doesn't reflect the recognition of its quality. Burned out by consecutive releases of large-scale games, demanding a substantial time investment, I have only been able to drop in for a few hours, or missions, at a time. Repetition is always an element of open world/sandbox games, and you could argue that here as well, but the constant drip feed of "toys" combined with emergent game play elements, does better than most to stave this off throughout. Thankfully, the game avoids dotting the map with pointless, icon-based busywork to artificially extend the game length -- it doesn't need to.

    Let's face it, this generation of consoles has been slow to stir, leading to greater emphasis on those few quality titles that step forward to be scrutinized. MGSV doesn't just step forward, it races forward, punches the reviewer with a bionic arm, fultons their unconscious body into the air, whistles for its horse and rides off into the Afghani sunset.    … Expand
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#1 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#4 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Universal acclaim - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
  1. Polygon
    Dec 3, 2015
    90
    If this is where Kojima does finally leave the series he created, it will be a bittersweet send-off, both for Big Boss and one of gaming's most intriguing auteurs.
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  2. Time
    Nov 10, 2015
    100
    The holy grail of world-building games, it’s argued, is a black box that lets players do as they like with minimal handholding. Pliability with just the right measure of accountability. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, a tactical stealth simulation wrapped in a colossal resource management puzzle inside a love letter to theatrical inscrutability, comes the closest of any game I’ve yet played to realizing that ideal.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Nov 5, 2015
    91
    There’s no denying the Game of the Year potential of The Phantom Pain. The campaign is absolutely massive, it’s almost too much to cope. That being said, Chapter II is a huge let-down and feels like artificial padding. Still, this is about as good as tactical espionage operations can get in a video game. [Oct 2015]
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