Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 6369 Ratings

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  1. Playstation_fan
    Sep 3, 2015
    10
    Wow, this is just a great game to play, the story isn't up to par with other Metal Gears but i thought it was still enjoyable. The open world aspect of the game opened many ways to play and experiment with different play styles. This game isn't for everyone.
  2. byateamwithlove
    Sep 3, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the best gamee ever just trust me ...and for those who give that 0/10 is just **** idiots if you want to buy this game buy it and if you dont sure go and watch some gameplay....and trust me you will love this..and haters they saying that storry is bad and and gameplay is **** as hell dont trust them they just cannot accept that the game is perfect classic fanboys who support other game.....… Expand
  3. sawyermade
    Sep 3, 2015
    10
    def going to be GOTY! the pc version is legit, runs so smooth. the new standard for next gen games. this has to be one of the best games that i have played in a while. buy it.
  4. HeavyGamer
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    I nver believed in a word perfect, but this game is nearly there.

    This game deserve solid 9.5 to 9.8.. nothing less! I see few trolls here (as always) giving 0 for stupidest reasons such as Those 10percent trolls are always there in every game so you can just ignore them. Most importantly tho. You gotta know your favorite genre. If I compare it to movie person who hates horror    I nver believed in a word perfect, but this game is nearly there.

    This game deserve solid 9.5 to 9.8.. nothing less!
    I see few trolls here (as always) giving 0 for stupidest reasons such as
    Those 10percent trolls are always there in every game so you can just ignore them.

    Most importantly tho. You gotta know your favorite genre.
    If I compare it to movie person who hates horror movie wont like best selling horror movie you know what I mean?

    THis is infintration sneaking game where you have to plan things befor you jump in and take your steps nice and slow, sometimes you just have to hide and wait till situation getts better (day or night, weather effects, patrol time etc) and this type of genre it self can be boring and frustrating to some gamers( especialy those who like fast pace button puncher , those who like to be a hero fighting 10vs 1 in straiggt gun fireing.
    No! This game isnt like that. You can fight them face to face but your mission score will come out poor, the point of the game is to sneak in quietl.

    This game Is consider heavy and seriouse game, deep and complicated, most realistic in action game.
    If you like the games that are opposite of what I mentioned just skip this game.
    BUtif you like stealth game, or something seriouse, by far this game is the best.I    … Expand
  5. shm0
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. The opening hour of the game is kind of weird - it's very illogical and feels like you're part of a movie. Once you get past this, you enter the open world which is what this game is all about. It is the best open world game I've ever played. Once you start horseback riding, you'll have memories of the Legend of Zelda, RDR, Skyrim. Every single element ofThis game is a masterpiece. The opening hour of the game is kind of weird - it's very illogical and feels like you're part of a movie. Once you get past this, you enter the open world which is what this game is all about. It is the best open world game I've ever played. Once you start horseback riding, you'll have memories of the Legend of Zelda, RDR, Skyrim. Every single element of this game works towards it's overall design. A masterpiece.… Expand
  6. camptownrangers
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Thief 2 is no longer the world's best stealth game.

    It held the title for so many years, but it simply cannot possibly compare to this masterpiece of design.
  7. Kraliestgamer
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    pretty phenomenal game, great sendoff to the metal gear series that while staying true to the rest of the games manages to feel completely different, a lot more serious than the previous games and that works out well in the end. easily my game of the year
  8. JMont
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    This is a master piece. A new way to enjoy Kojima's creations, it's really sad that this is probably the last MGS created by the Legend. And KONAMI, even though i'm helping you by getting this title, this is the last game i buy from you.. expect that many people won't buy a MGS that is not created by Kojima.
  9. Holyhesk
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    Some of the reviews I have read on here are quite baffling. One guy says the game is "a total stinker" yet rates it 9/10? am I missing something?

    Excellent game. Is this a game of the year contender ? absolutely. Have played the MGS franchise since the first game on the PS1. Memorable charactors , rich storyline and superb gameplay have always been the strong points, and this one is no    Some of the reviews I have read on here are quite baffling. One guy says the game is "a total stinker" yet rates it 9/10? am I missing something?

    Excellent game. Is this a game of the year contender ? absolutely. Have played the MGS franchise since the first game on the PS1. Memorable charactors , rich storyline and superb gameplay have always been the strong points, and this one is no different.

    The story could use an ounce more which would be my only gripe so far, however am only about 20% through the main story so my opinion of this could change in a few days.

    Sutherland does a good job with Snake,, obviously we are all missing Haytar's legendary voice acting but I'm ok with Snake's new vocals.

    2nd best game of the year so far behind Witcher 3. Sorry it's going to take a miracle to beat Witcher for Game of the Year.    … Expand
  10. zubiecup99
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    I can't stop playing. Why, Kojima? Why did you have to release this during the fall semester? Couldn't you have released it during the summer when I actually had 8 hours a day to put into this game?
  11. r0wdy75
    Sep 2, 2015
    8
    I wasn't 100% sold on the game after the first hour or so during the prologue, however, being chased by a Flaming Unicorn whilst on the back of a speeding bike through a forest, all the while trying to slow it down with a shotgun changed all that.....amazing game 8/10!
  12. Jack_Felix
    Sep 2, 2015
    6
    Previous Metal Gear games was most cinematic and story driven productions of their times so imagine my disappointment when it turned out that MGV is one of the least cinematic games in this year...

    After great beginning - which is probably the most story driven part of the game - you landed in Afghanistan and there story is just... gone. Your getting one short cutscene and some    Previous Metal Gear games was most cinematic and story driven productions of their times so imagine my disappointment when it turned out that MGV is one of the least cinematic games in this year...

    After great beginning - which is probably the most story driven part of the game - you landed in Afghanistan and there story is just... gone. Your getting one short cutscene and some cinematic action sequence per 3 to 4 hours of gameplay! How is that even possible in Kojima game?! To hell with that... How is that even possible in 2015, after we get such narration-based games like Witcher 3, where almost every single quest has cinematic story to it?!

    I mean **** the story... **** the narration... It is just incredibly bad for the pacing. The moment you get into "open world" game becomes "choose the mission => go from point A to point B => do the stealth => repeat". It's almost like Destiny all over again. True, game has some great story-driven moments but they happen between hours upon hours of doing stealth missions all over again. And missions themselves aren't so much varied!

    The gameplay is great, no doubt about that, and game looks and runs gorgeous but the amount of story per hour and overall pacing make it repetitive after first 4 hours. It's like Kojima made amazing 10 hour game and then someone stretched it out to 50 hours by putting in completely story-lacked missions with only Ocelot speaking something of little importance to your ear. I can not understand those 10/10 from everyone. It is just impossible how everyone love this game with its repetitive "do the steath mission over and over again" while there are such games like Witcher or the Last of Us out there. It is just crazy.    … Expand
  13. Howl
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    "What a disappointment, I hope I can get a refund."

    Your mother commenting on you SuperMe.

    The game is a master piece, easily the best saga that there is to date.
  14. TheLastColossus
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    With over 40 hours played and still not finishing the game, this is Kojima's best MGS since MGS3, too bad its really his last MGS game, and playing it knowing that is worse, but in the same time its the best way to go out for the greatest stealth action franchise in video game history.

    without Kojima, MGS will become a worthless piece of garbage that will be played on smartphones.    With over 40 hours played and still not finishing the game, this is Kojima's best MGS since MGS3, too bad its really his last MGS game, and playing it knowing that is worse, but in the same time its the best way to go out for the greatest stealth action franchise in video game history.

    without Kojima, MGS will become a worthless piece of garbage that will be played on smartphones.

    "You can erase the markings, but the memories will never disappear."    … Expand
  15. KJosey
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Figured this game was going to be a little polarizing with the open world aspect and the reduction of cut scenes...me included in that. However, I've spent over 50 hours with this game so far. I'm tired. My eyes hurt. My hands are near deformity. Yet, I still want to play more. The game play is unbelievable, the amount of REAL content is fantastic (not running around opening randomFigured this game was going to be a little polarizing with the open world aspect and the reduction of cut scenes...me included in that. However, I've spent over 50 hours with this game so far. I'm tired. My eyes hurt. My hands are near deformity. Yet, I still want to play more. The game play is unbelievable, the amount of REAL content is fantastic (not running around opening random treasure chests or "animus" fragments), the visuals are impressive...I could go on and on.

    The low scores are from idiots. It's that simple. If you're not a Metal Gear fan, you might not get the inside jokes and the peculiar oddities that crop up during the game, but I highly recommend this game to anyone with the cash to afford it. You can adjust practically any setting to make your play-through as easy or as difficult as you want and you can replay your missions over and over at any point (The Witcher 3 could learn from this) to improve your score, find all the goodies, and get that S-rank.

    I can't tell you if the story is good or not. This is a story that has been continuing for almost 30 years. You can accept the great parts with the cheesy parts or not. I will say that I enjoyed the story in this game better than any other MGS game, except maybe MGS1 (and I think that's due to nostalgia more than anything). The voice acting is absolutely terrific all around.

    PRO TIP: Turn off the camera shake under options. I was seriously getting a headache from it and it's my only true complaint.

    Seriously, play this game. Then send me hate mail because you spent money buying other Metal Gear games because I got hooked on the series. Happy gaming.    … Expand
  16. imnotbot
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    it's a really perfect video game.
    this is Masterpiece of the video games history.
    i just say 'Thank you KOJIMA' & KOJIMA PRODUCTION STAFF.
    good luck to you KOJIMA SAN
  17. Deezlar
    Sep 2, 2015
    6
    Doesn't even come close to the hype.

    If you are a MGS ultra fan, then of course this game will be "perfect" to you because it can do no wrong. For the more open minded, a few points.. The open world isn't open. There is nothing to explore. The locations all look identical / low quality textures. The missions offer very little variety. Credits at the beginning/end of every    Doesn't even come close to the hype.

    If you are a MGS ultra fan, then of course this game will be "perfect" to you because it can do no wrong.
    For the more open minded, a few points..

    The open world isn't open.
    There is nothing to explore.
    The locations all look identical / low quality textures.
    The missions offer very little variety.
    Credits at the beginning/end of every "episode" is really obnoxious.
    Stealth is badly implemented, but if you get seen you just destroyed most of your rewards.
    The entire base/army aside is just lubrication for the cash shop ramming.

    The simplest and most fundamental flaw is that Guns have no place in this game... You get majorly penalised for doing anything with a weapon other than a stealth knockdown pistol, so it begs the question, why do they even exist?

    As for the whole "Everyone will have stories" nonsense, no they wont. There will be a couple of variations on the theme but for the most part, everyone will approach things in the same way.

    The story is pretty crap so far, other than an awesome intro sequence that jarrs so heavily with you being dropped into the "open" (not open) world, that it feels like you just watched a trailer for another game instead of a build up to your own story.

    The game overall is average. Painfully average.
    But of course that doesn't matter because all that people care about is the hype train these days.    … Expand
  18. Patrickc9330
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    Ponderously slow to get going to the point it makes you switch off. What's the point of endless crawling around a hospital floor effortlessly avoiding seemingly deaf and blind soldiers. Total stinker.
  19. amotucalva
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    The game is exactly what and how I expected it to be, even when my hype was huge. One of the greatest games of 2015. Great story, great gameplay, and an amazing evolution in every aspect since the last game.
  20. Ossy_King_99
    Sep 2, 2015
    8
    Absolutely amazing, A true Hideo Kojima game.
    Please take my advice and ignore the user reviews, haters are spamming negative reviews and are probably making extra accounts to give this game a lower rating.
    Phantom Pain is easily 10/10 material.
    A MUST OWN.
    If you don't have this in your collection then you should be ashamed of yourself!
  21. SuperMe
    Sep 2, 2015
    0
    I bought this game due to high review scores and started playing with optimism. I have played for approximately one hour and dislike it so much I've deleted it. I wouldn't really call it a game it's more like a bad film. It's a series of tedious cut scenes I crawl between. Some bad guys are searching for me however they must be blind because one of them was inspecting a corpse barely 20cmI bought this game due to high review scores and started playing with optimism. I have played for approximately one hour and dislike it so much I've deleted it. I wouldn't really call it a game it's more like a bad film. It's a series of tedious cut scenes I crawl between. Some bad guys are searching for me however they must be blind because one of them was inspecting a corpse barely 20cm away and failed to notice me. I have a companion who walks in what sounds like high heels even though he's wearing rubber hospital shoes. The control system is clumsy and I find myself unable to avoid walking into fire. My hospital outfit must be military issue as my character believes there is a side holster. I'm clearly a medical genius as I can heal a broken arm in about 5 seconds just by pulling on it. I don't expect brutal realism but this is so preposterous it's shattered my immersion and enjoyment. What a disappointment, I hope I can get a refund.… Expand
  22. shooter412
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    i do miss the cut scenes from MGS 4 but the game play and the way it looks is just really good i played it for 14 hours straight opening night was only 5% complete its just a awesome game
  23. Knorf
    Sep 2, 2015
    2
    Kojima decided to go the RE6-Route with this game and threw everything people liked about the series away in order to attract more casuals. The result is pretty much the same here: the absolute down point of the series, congratulations, it can't get worse than this.
    After the very hectic intro (which is already the "best" part of the game) you're dropped into a dessert and you soon    Kojima decided to go the RE6-Route with this game and threw everything people liked about the series away in order to attract more casuals. The result is pretty much the same here: the absolute down point of the series, congratulations, it can't get worse than this.
    After the very hectic intro (which is already the "best" part of the game) you're dropped into a dessert and you soon realize something: MGS 5 doesn't feel one single second like a Metal Gear game. Snakes voice was replaced by some random Hollywood-dude, there are no codec conversations, items need to be selected with an awkward combination of d-pad and the right stick, Snake apparently turned into a vampire, because his injuries magically disappear after a few seconds instead of needing medical treatment etc. All those little details. Boss battles, story and even Snakes personality are practically non-existent. The worst thing, however, is the terrible game design: select a mission, land in the mission area, go from A to B, leave the mission area, rinse and repeat, get bored to death. Yeah, that's the whole game, open world obviously doesn't work for MGS...
    If you actually liked MGS 1-3 or even 2008s Metal Gear Soap Opera (which now seems great in comparison) then MGS5 isn't your game of the year, it's the disappointment of the decade.    … Expand
  24. JDSan24
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    This is definitely not just the best game in the MGS saga, but one of the best action games ever created, period. It's a sublime masterpiece that should be taken as a reference of how games can evolve without hurting its core feeling. Props to Hideo Kojima and his awesome team!
  25. ghostliving
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Kojima-san made another masterpiece. Even the prologue of this game worth it for playing and cant explain the rest. Everyone must play this epic game.
  26. Jimmytwotimes
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    First of all I have been a Metal Gear Fan since 1987 . The series first appeared on the Nintendo entertainment system in the U.S. And on the Famicom entertainment system in Japan . The first metal gear game was a technical marvel back then . The game allowed you to do many things that were not possible before .

    This series is truly special and holds a place in my heart . Before I begin    First of all I have been a Metal Gear Fan since 1987 . The series first appeared on the Nintendo entertainment system in the U.S. And on the Famicom entertainment system in Japan . The first metal gear game was a technical marvel back then . The game allowed you to do many things that were not possible before .

    This series is truly special and holds a place in my heart . Before I begin my review of the phantom pain I'll tell you why . My father hated video games . He deemed them to be mindless and wastes of time . My father was a career military man . He was very strict and did not screw around . One night after attending a church group with neighbors I came home late . He didn't hear me come in the house ( I guess that metal gear stealth training paid off ) I walked out into the family room , and there was my dad . Perched in front of the TV NES controller in hand playing metal gear . I stood there and watched him for a couple minutes . He was having a lot of fun . I then said what are you doing ?. He hurriedly rushed and turned off the system . Unfortunately a few years later he passed .

    So now you know why this series is so special to me . It was a few years before I played metal gear solid on the playstation . I also played MGS2 MGS3 and 4 as well as VR missions . So basically I'm a metal gear veteran . I will not be revealing story or any kind of spoilers as you will want to experience it all yourself . Let me say this , just the prologue to this game is mind boggling and jaw dropping . Some of the most tense moments in gaming history are there . As I said I do not want to spoil it but it is nothing short of amazing .

    Presentation . The presentation on display here is simply astounding . The detail and love put into this game really shine through . The voice acting is top notch the animation is just ridiculously good . Sound and music are absolutely phenomenal. Graphically nothing else touches this game and as stated earlie the sound is great play with a good set of cans on .

    Gameplay . The gameplay is deep , varried and polished . It's simply a joy to play through this title . Whether traveling on foot , by steed, chopper or bipedal mech there is always a ton to see and do . The depth on display here is staggering and your options on how you approach combat or the lack thereof is simply staggering . While I would say that MGS4 had more fan service moments Phantom Pain still shines brighter . As for cutscenes Kojima is famous for them . So instead of doing away with them completely he's made you the star of them . The transition from cutscenes to gameplay is indiscernible and is absolutely seamless . The control scheme is excellent though if you're a hardcore metal gear fan it may throw you off just a little nothing terrible though . Combat is smooth and satisfying to say the least . You can upgrade your soldier and Mother Base (your staging area ) to your hearts content . Netting you some pretty sweet rewards .

    Again the prolougue is one of the best moments I've ever experienced in gaming and I'm an old man . It rivals that of GTA5 and the Last Of Us that is really saying something . A legendary gaming series got the retirement it deserved it truly sucks that Konami and Kojima will be going their separate ways . One more thing I'd like to mention . There was a young man during development of the title who received a cancer diagnosis . The young man was a California resident and by my understanding an outstanding young man . Unfortunately he was very very ill . This young man wrote letters to Hideo offering his messages of excitement love and support for one of his favorite series in gaming . Hideo sent him all kinds of autographed collectables and even made him an honorary member of the design team . Saying Sean's messages of support helped motivate the team to produce this masterpiece . Unfortunately Sean passed away before release . Video games don't often have the kind of power to transcend barriers in that capacity . This is something truly special . It's not a game it's a work of art , a work of love , and a thank you to all us fans from not only a great gaming mind but a true gentleman and honorable man . So Hideo and Konami the divorce is final but thanks for all the truly special memories I salute you both rest easy snake you've earned it your 28!year TDY is over honorable discharge :)    … Expand
  27. spidi8666
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Probably game of the year. Don't listen to the idiots giving it 3 and below. The gameplay and varaties in which you can do all tasks with is just amazing. Had the game for 4 days now have at least 20h into it and I'm only at like 10% completion which suggests the game is definetly very long. CQC is as good as it never was before. Lots of guns to pick from, diffrent tactics, interestingProbably game of the year. Don't listen to the idiots giving it 3 and below. The gameplay and varaties in which you can do all tasks with is just amazing. Had the game for 4 days now have at least 20h into it and I'm only at like 10% completion which suggests the game is definetly very long. CQC is as good as it never was before. Lots of guns to pick from, diffrent tactics, interesting characters and the story line so far has been amazing and very suprising. Lots of moments which will sink you into the game almost instantly. Most importantly it runs 1080p and 60fps and looks absolutly amazing. Some of the best graphics I have seen this year and probably the best graphics you will find on consoles. This game is a must have.… Expand
  28. averagegatsby
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    My time in country has lead me to these conclusions.
    1. If you have not played Ground Zeroes, at least watch it. It will give you some contextual background starting off.
    2. Be sober. 3. If you have watched YouTube videos, remember that you are not a MLG gamer. The missions that have been released to view, have either been run by a person who is exceptional at games, andor really good    My time in country has lead me to these conclusions.
    1. If you have not played Ground Zeroes, at least watch it. It will give you some contextual background starting off.
    2. Be sober.
    3. If you have watched YouTube videos, remember that you are not a MLG gamer. The missions that have been released to view, have either been run by a person who is exceptional at games, andor really good at editing.
    4. Patience is a virtue unto itself. You will fail. Horribly. Bloodily. Readily.
    What makes the green grass grow? Answer: your blood after you miss the one guy who was in the head, and the next thing you know that entire Russian 40th Army is after you.
    RUN BOSS RUN.

    ... what took you so long?    … Expand
  29. Calado
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    In a few words? The Last of Us meets open world.

    The freedom of approach, de mind blowing cutscenes and the addition of First Person Aim are amazing upgrades comparing to Ground Zeros. Even if you never played a Metal Gear game, even if third person stealth isn't you're style, you will still enjoy this game. It's a masterpiece worth your time.
  30. Oimori
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Constructing my own strategy, practice it, succeeding it perfectly, and feeling ecstasy.
    One reviewer wrote " MGSV not only respect but also expect player's intelligence". It is absolutely true, and if you don't have it, you'll make the red bar longer.
  31. Andy92
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    As a long time fan of MGS Kojima has created a true masterpiece in TPP there is strategic freedom that has never been seen in MGS before it takes tactical espionage to a whole other level. If this is really the end of Metal Gear Kojima has given us one hell of a ride in TPP with so many features free roam, base building, side ops, FOBs and more
  32. Dionysus777
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Looks like im gona have too put my 10 in early. I cant believe the user score is even this low. This is why ive been playing games for 3 decades . Finally somebody has done it, and made an ultimate mind melting gaming bonanza. Granted ive only played a handful of hour but who cares, this game is ridiculous . It runs smooth as butter on release. when was the last time you said that. Um uhLooks like im gona have too put my 10 in early. I cant believe the user score is even this low. This is why ive been playing games for 3 decades . Finally somebody has done it, and made an ultimate mind melting gaming bonanza. Granted ive only played a handful of hour but who cares, this game is ridiculous . It runs smooth as butter on release. when was the last time you said that. Um uh maybe it was that 1 game after the 17th patch. No i said on release u fool. I keep hearing about microtransactions, but haven't seen anything in the game where you Could buy something if u wanted too. Haven't played online modes though maybe its there but who cares, ive never played mgs online, if i do its just icing. At this point i dont see how you could slander this game at all. Its like nirvana man, no not the band, a faraway land that i can control with my hands, where im in supreme command.Unless this game A# starts running like crap. 2# melts my ps4. 7# starts playing like crap. B# Melts my brains and i die. From a technical, cinematic, and immersive standpoint, im gona go on thinking it may very well be the best game ever made. Its all relative though dont u know. Im the king fools. Dont dis my game or the revelry of Dionysus will curse you all.… Expand
  33. TEDD95
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    Kojima and his team have never made a metal gear that doesn't deserve full marks, lovers of the peace walker and MGS3 games would know why this game was crafted as such. So people giving bad ratings should just go back to playing COD or something they are use to or understand. This is a BRILLIANT game and is a fitting title for the series. The things that grab your attention the most isKojima and his team have never made a metal gear that doesn't deserve full marks, lovers of the peace walker and MGS3 games would know why this game was crafted as such. So people giving bad ratings should just go back to playing COD or something they are use to or understand. This is a BRILLIANT game and is a fitting title for the series. The things that grab your attention the most is the dynamic day and night systems and the fluency in movement of the things in the world and the character, this makes the gameplay very smooth. The way open world works in this title is fitting for a stealth/tactical game (this is not GTA nor witcher people). This is most definitely one of the must plays for 2015 and on PS4, for all gamers. Don't let a few negative reviews keep you from playing MGS5… Expand
  34. raiseralex21
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Me encanta este juego, llevo 6 hrs y ya no me quiero despegar de el.. pero bueno, tengo que trabajar ja ja ja... alta mente recomendable y una buena opcion para jugar durante septiembre je je.
  35. Vicboss2071
    Sep 2, 2015
    10
    A Hideo Kojima Game through and through. With 20 hours in since launch yesterday, i can see already he and the team put in everything they had left to properly send off this series. Don't forget to listen to the tapes for more background on the story and what's going on during the game.

    The characters are so rich and finally being able to walk around motherbase and seeing my recruits is    A Hideo Kojima Game through and through. With 20 hours in since launch yesterday, i can see already he and the team put in everything they had left to properly send off this series. Don't forget to listen to the tapes for more background on the story and what's going on during the game.

    The characters are so rich and finally being able to walk around motherbase and seeing my recruits is just incredible.    … Expand
  36. GumBoy
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This is the most perfectly crafted game I've probably ever seen and obviously the best MGS installment. I feel sorry for people that didn't play all the previous MGS games, because they will not be able to fully enjoy and appreciate this one. Nevertheless it's still worth giving a try if it's your first approach to Metal ear universum. For fans like me, it's just a masterpiece andThis is the most perfectly crafted game I've probably ever seen and obviously the best MGS installment. I feel sorry for people that didn't play all the previous MGS games, because they will not be able to fully enjoy and appreciate this one. Nevertheless it's still worth giving a try if it's your first approach to Metal ear universum. For fans like me, it's just a masterpiece and obviously must-have. One of the greatest birthday gifts I've ever received. Thank you Kojima San… Expand
  37. JRG
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kojima has made a masterpiece......I feel like I'm watching a movie. I havent played all that much but from what I've seen I can tell this is a winner.… Expand
  38. Ajamovic
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This is the best game in PS4 , thanks Kojima for this Wonderful game as you usual produce, Nice Environment , lot of Missions , the most beautiful Graphic i ever seen,

    love it with all

    Waiting for your next Project , and sure it will be better than MGS
  39. affrogamer
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This is without a doubt the best in the MGS series and the best stealth game EVER made! I never thought Hideo Kojima could top Snake Eater because of how good that game was and boy was I wrong. Every hardcore game should experience this masterpiece.
  40. NostalgiaKing27
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I have been a fan of the "Metal Gear" series since "Metal Gear" (NES) and have played MGS through MGS IV (PS1, 2, & 3). Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is absolute perfection! The gameplay, graphics, music, atmosphere, and story is simply wonderful. I can't remember a time I played a game that has all these elements click and flow as well as this one does. It's fun and intense! HideoI have been a fan of the "Metal Gear" series since "Metal Gear" (NES) and have played MGS through MGS IV (PS1, 2, & 3). Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is absolute perfection! The gameplay, graphics, music, atmosphere, and story is simply wonderful. I can't remember a time I played a game that has all these elements click and flow as well as this one does. It's fun and intense! Hideo Kojima-San, you and the rest of the team have created a masterpiece that deserves all the awards and recognition is has received thus far and in the future.… Expand
  41. primooo_gamer
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The best metal gear solid game,easily the best game play in a metal gear solid game with amazing camera work and intense cut scenes makes metal gear solid 5 phatom pain look like a movie.Full with content witch could easily ay for hours just getting more soldiers to upgrade your stats. Metal gear solid 5 phantom pain is the best metal gear solid game,and the best game of this generation.
  42. Closeremperor16
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Review in progress.

    So I have sunk about 10 hours in to Phantom since it came out yesterday and I am loving every minute of it. The graphics are beautiful the character models are great and everything looks super fluid. All of the gameplay systems mesh together in a way that truly encourages freedom and exploration and its just super fun I reserve the right to change my score    Review in progress.

    So I have sunk about 10 hours in to Phantom since it came out yesterday and I am loving every minute of it.

    The graphics are beautiful the character models are great and everything looks super fluid.

    All of the gameplay systems mesh together in a way that truly encourages freedom and exploration and its just super fun

    I reserve the right to change my score at a latter date, but as of now I’m giving it ten out of ten as it is truly outstanding and I can literally only think of a few minor niggles with it.

    Awesome! Recommended for stealth fans, action fans and MGS fans. (the story is less involved so no half hour cut scenes here but its still pretty bonkers as the prologue will show you)    … Expand
  43. Skarwind
    Sep 1, 2015
    7
    It's a AAA title that works, so +5 for that. For the people giving it a 10/10 I feel sorry for their quality in gameplay and game design as a whole. The game is just boring. It looks great, sounds great, is optimized very well, and has the production value of a high quality AAA movie, however, this game is bland and boring as any other standard Call of Duty game or Battlefield game at thisIt's a AAA title that works, so +5 for that. For the people giving it a 10/10 I feel sorry for their quality in gameplay and game design as a whole. The game is just boring. It looks great, sounds great, is optimized very well, and has the production value of a high quality AAA movie, however, this game is bland and boring as any other standard Call of Duty game or Battlefield game at this point.

    The AI is stupid. I can't express this enough, but the AI is a sham of what previous games were. You can stand in front of them and they won't notice you (WITHOUT THE CHICKEN HAT).

    Also, and this may be a small point to point out, Kojima made it a point to say, "screw you Konami," but I have to say I do NOT ENJOY SEEING HIS NAME AT THE END OF EVERY MISSION! We get it... you made the game, you emphasized that enough with your 2014 easter eggs of Ground Zeroes, but as human beings, your emphasis on stupid **** is pointless.

    Imagine seeing a movie where the credits rolled every 5 minutes. This would be outrageous. I personally do not enjoy this game but many others do, it is a good game overall but I can't vouch for it. I don't enjoy it and I don't like it. The graphics are amazing. The story is probably awesome but I'll never know. I spent about 20 hours in and I stopped playing. I hate it. I don't like what the modern age of gaming has done to people and the medium in general. This is my protest. This is my non 10/10 review and my non 0/10 review. I give this game, in my opinion a fair score, the mediocre 7/10 that I feel it deserves. Kojima could have done better for his final game for the company but instead he decided to troll the ever living dog **** out of it. there may be 400+ positive reviews for this game on metacritic. I honestly hope that I can convince at least one person to use an objective mind before purchasing this game, however.

    It's not fun, it looks great, but it is shallow. SHALLOW to the 10/10 extreme reviews that this game is getting.

    10/10 Kojima, **** YOU. After 20 years of loving your products and story, I have to say, I hate you now...

    Rant/Over. Metal Ger fo LIFE. (but not really)

    P.S. the most not realistic review I've ever made while still being serious.    … Expand
  44. TwistedSmitty
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Excellent game, not as good as MGS4 in my opinion but a great delivery by Kojima. I find it offensive that some users are giving it a bad grade (as low as 0), not liking it is something, saying it is a bad game is very different.
  45. zairthebear
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Best Game of all time! Magnificent, immersive story that pull you along at a perfect pace. The gameplay is open, fluid and fun at all times, with many variables to play with and infinite replayability. At the ending of the game: Snake dies of bronchitis.

    P.S: A Hideo Kojima Game
  46. mrbooooyyy1
    Sep 1, 2015
    4
    The whole game feeling like a random "side mission" simulator might turn some people off. Personally I wished it had another structure and focused more on story, like the old MGS games.
  47. dagoldberg
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Really an amazing game. By far the best i have played on PS4 so far. Its wacky, has a ton to do, and the story is pretty good too. The game is challenging and i really dont have much to complain about!
  48. Redberz
    Sep 1, 2015
    6
    The gameplay is good, action is good, but story is awful. Any fans theory was better than Kojima's plot. The story is self destroyed by big holes in the line of big boss. Best chapter in gameplay, worst chapter in story.
  49. Greedy_Warfare
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The best game I've ever played.
    All in this game is perfect.
    It's not just a fanboy's point of view, this game will change your future.
    Thanks Mister Kojima for this jewel.
  50. burza1982
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The Best stealth game yet. Perfect gameplay, outstanding mechanics, great music score, beautiful design.
    Truly masterpiece. Being in an open Metal Gear world is amazing experience.
  51. Rulshok
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Absolutely a must buy. Had never played a Metal Gear Solid title before Ground Zeroes and the Phantom Pain, and I'm still entirely in love with it. Pick it up, you won't regret it. If you like having free-flowing and innovative gameplay, this is the game for you.
  52. sonofashepherd
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    After growing up with Snake on every platform, I can now say if this is the end, it was one hell of a ride!
    Graphics are beautiful, some of the best yet in any game. Mechanics are tight and responsive, and the addition of an open world can not be praised enough. It shows with the right direction, any game could be a successful open world game. Voice acting is done right, by which I mean    After growing up with Snake on every platform, I can now say if this is the end, it was one hell of a ride!
    Graphics are beautiful, some of the best yet in any game. Mechanics are tight and responsive, and the addition of an open world can not be praised enough. It shows with the right direction, any game could be a successful open world game. Voice acting is done right, by which I mean you don't notice it, like when you watch a movie. It doesn't feel like the person was just reading on the paper. I would go ahead and call this game of the year if it wasn't for another little title called fallout 4. But it will certainly be between those 2 I believe.    … Expand
  53. CiphirSol
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Welcome to the new generation of gaming. This is the 1st and best example of a next gen title I have seen so far. Hopefully more games learn from this one and take us even further!
  54. akilles95
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I have played snake eater the game blow my mind, i am not done with the game yet, and skullface is already a bad character like the joker, he is so awesome , the first encounter with skullface and big boss is so epic. and when the skulls just jumps and attacks i give this game 10
  55. brandog0
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    wow, this game has so much content it blows my mind, the graphics are fantastic, and it even has weather affects. I don't know how well the ps3 and 360 versions run but I doubt it looks as pretty as the current gen versions because there is just so much going on at once in this game. Also voice acting is fantastic i mean im one of the few who love/prefer Keifers voice for Big Boss overwow, this game has so much content it blows my mind, the graphics are fantastic, and it even has weather affects. I don't know how well the ps3 and 360 versions run but I doubt it looks as pretty as the current gen versions because there is just so much going on at once in this game. Also voice acting is fantastic i mean im one of the few who love/prefer Keifers voice for Big Boss over Davids even tho David is better when it comes to young boss and solid snake. I havent gotten far story wise but i can already tell this is a 10/10 already and I just beat the prologue. if you're a true metal gear fan, you have to get this game! also its a Hideo Kojima game, just in case you didn't know ;)… Expand
  56. oldsnake4
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    Just one word to sum this game up. BEAUTIFUL. Its a great game and should be treated as one. Its a mixture of Peace Walker and Ground Zeros. But why isnt Kojima metioned on the box art? Its his game he should have gotten credit for his work not just inside the game
  57. jello_snake
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear! Metal Gear!… Expand
  58. Hmmm
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game probably played in recent memory, gameplay is something no other game has done. The various ways to combat missions and how the enemy adapts keeps things fresh and increases the replayability.

    The controls are very smooth as well, the 60fps surely helps and the frame rate never drops. In a massive game like this it is admirable.

    The depth of the game also is very good, from weapons and base building to the various staff members with their own skills and attributes. Side ops and dispatch missions also helps add depth to this game. The base building mecahnics and currency is done well and very balanced, it is rare that you will need to grind for certain items, but people would do enjoy going on extra missions get rewarded nicely. Very different from the traditional MGS games, this is a game that is very friendly for newcomers.

    Which leads to the one controversial point you could say. The story. As a long time mgs fan i'm somewhat disappointed, not so of the 'twist' and body double but because we never really saw the darkness and the theme of revenge that Kojima promise. This was meant to be where we see BB transition to a darker person, according to Kojima and the build up to the game. And i'm left feeling that the ending is very open and it doesn't seem like a game to close the series to be honest, storywise that is. I may have been expecting to much of the story (maybe a bit of SS vs BB would've been a nice touch) but again that is down to me just being a long time fan. Also due to a lack of memorable boss fights and cutscenes i can't help but feel this is the most un-MGS game to date, not necessarily a bad thing as it still is a brilliant game, but some of the older fans may not enjoy this new style. After investing years in the other games and their twisted complex stories, this one falls short on that aspect.

    Overall it still deserves a 10 and possible could be GOTY, the positives far outweighs the lack of story, of which i think only heavily affects long time MGS fans.    … Expand
  59. MagiCPSG
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    metal gear solid v phantom pain is not a bad game but i'm really disappointed by the very poor open world, the missions are very repetitive, the story is just a background not like the previous MGS.... I'm so bored playing that MGS 5 that I don't think I will reach the end...
  60. YessirKilla
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    You'd think free roam and something like Metal Gear would be like oil and water. But boy, I was wrong. You get to have and do literally everything in this game mainly because the game gives you everything to do. Side-missions, music to play, having parachutes to take enemies away instead of hiding them in a corner, and better stealth mechanics. I can't believe I'm saying this, but youYou'd think free roam and something like Metal Gear would be like oil and water. But boy, I was wrong. You get to have and do literally everything in this game mainly because the game gives you everything to do. Side-missions, music to play, having parachutes to take enemies away instead of hiding them in a corner, and better stealth mechanics. I can't believe I'm saying this, but you should definitely pay $60 for this game. It really IS that good. Damn, this game is good.… Expand
  61. DeepThroat
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece Hideo Kojima did it again. He made the PERFECT game. This game has everything Amazing Graphics, Awesome Story, Awesome gameplay. What else does a gamer need in a game. One of the best games i have ever played.
  62. miguel5293
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Metal Gear Solid V:The phantoin pain is by far the best metal gear game, it also is the one of the best action open world game ever, it has the best gameplay ever in a videogame. A masterpiece
  63. dharma
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    A Hideo Kojima game....They tried to remove it...but when you pop in the disc, nobody can deny it. It is Kojima at his best, and while this review is based on the early hours of the game, Metal Gear Solid V gives me the same feeling it did with the original MGS many years ago on PSOne....a sense of awe and a true justification..HELL YEAH..this is the a game worthy of the next generation ofA Hideo Kojima game....They tried to remove it...but when you pop in the disc, nobody can deny it. It is Kojima at his best, and while this review is based on the early hours of the game, Metal Gear Solid V gives me the same feeling it did with the original MGS many years ago on PSOne....a sense of awe and a true justification..HELL YEAH..this is the a game worthy of the next generation of consoles. Other developers may have promised it...but here Kojima delivers, what may be Konami's 'last great game' after firing his chief developer and focusing on mobile gaming (?). No more rough mechanics...everything is smoothed out. Graphics are beautiful beyond belief...and of course, the crazy MGS plotline...still present. A candidate for game of the year...for sure. Bravo.… Expand
  64. Avodeskorm
    Sep 1, 2015
    4
    Nowhere near the best Metal Gear game. It's a great game in its own right, but it doesn't stand in well with the rest of the series.

    If you think of it as a game separate from the series, it truly is amazing.
  65. Sobako
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    A Hideo Kojima Game.

    Thx Hideo for great game, great gameplay, great story.
    Thx for greatest saga in the history of the gaming industry.

    MGS V - Game Of The Year.
  66. Paranoik
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Basically on of the best games I played in my entire life. It may sound weird and suspicious, but damn, this game raise the plank so high that I don't think anyone can beat it. And if they can - I would be damn happy about game industry evolving so fast and becoming so great. Thank you, Kojima Productions and Konami. Keep doing a great job.
  67. 1234marcos
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Bless this game, this game is bliss itself. The gameplay is super smooth and the game makes you feel connected to Snake and the characters unlike other open world games. Superb game, A MUST BUY.
  68. Hellome7
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The best game ever created, period. Nothing gets close to it in any sort of terms. It's by far the best MGS game since it not only has a great story but also a lot of juicy gameplay. I totally recommend it.
  69. Lotfi09
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Not only is it the best game of 2015 but it is one of the best games of this generation. It is a masterpiece. Do not understand all the zero scores, if this is worthy of a zero from the idiots that have given it then what is worthy of a 10 ?
  70. Decaido
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The best experience is in the Playstation 4, look for this game for a long time and indeed this note 10, is on gameplay, storyline and more, must-buy!!
  71. 3ep1995
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    the game play mechanics are perfect, it's like all of the works and experiences from the last 10 games have led to this final top notch work of art in every aspect. there are so much to discover and to do in an open world setting.
    and it's not just about the game play, the stunning visuals, great voice acting, an awesome story, and many other things that exist in this game which can    the game play mechanics are perfect, it's like all of the works and experiences from the last 10 games have led to this final top notch work of art in every aspect. there are so much to discover and to do in an open world setting.
    and it's not just about the game play, the stunning visuals, great voice acting, an awesome story, and many other things that exist in this game which can easily bring it the game of the year(if not the generation) award.    … Expand
  72. Jokerkira
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    I been played around 6 to 8 hours and I keep re-playing the missions to get the best score that is RANK S per mission, so sometimes is very difficult also to accomplish all the objectives in a single mission, however when you comply with the characteristics to fulfill the requirements is very nice to replay the mission, it gives a good replay value to the game and also a different way toI been played around 6 to 8 hours and I keep re-playing the missions to get the best score that is RANK S per mission, so sometimes is very difficult also to accomplish all the objectives in a single mission, however when you comply with the characteristics to fulfill the requirements is very nice to replay the mission, it gives a good replay value to the game and also a different way to accomplish the mission, cannot be done by the same way 2 times in a row, history so far is very good as previous games of Kojima is very tricky and you have to pay attention to the little details provided in all conversations, details of cinematics an so on. Graphics are stunning just gorgeous and weather system delivers (is hard to see in a sandstorm, even when you mark enemy soldiers), the only think that I feel forced and unnecessary was the microtransactions, they do not affect the game but really? Microtransactions to improve the speed of base construction, just feel bad and unnecessary.
    Regards to all    … Expand
  73. stun
    Sep 1, 2015
    8
    too much weird things.. fire man, flying kid, super sonic zombies? too much japanese.. good stealth game, good gameplay but.. i say wtf when fire man on a fire unicorn chase me.. and extracting people with balloon ? please ? wanna add tenticles kojima ?
  74. jakeman25
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    "Kept you waiting huh?"... These words at the beginning of Ground Zeroes marks the beginning of an epic game, that is MGS V - The Phantom Pain. Not only is it one of the best mgs games ever made, but to me its also one of the best games ever made. The game play is flawless, the graphics beautiful, the story is great though you gotta invest some serious time in it. Big boss is one of my"Kept you waiting huh?"... These words at the beginning of Ground Zeroes marks the beginning of an epic game, that is MGS V - The Phantom Pain. Not only is it one of the best mgs games ever made, but to me its also one of the best games ever made. The game play is flawless, the graphics beautiful, the story is great though you gotta invest some serious time in it. Big boss is one of my favorite characters and if this is the last mgs game with Hideo Kojima... then sir "I Salute You!" Thank-you for this awesome series I got to grow up with!… Expand
  75. Renato_Otaga
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Ainda estou jogando e por enquanto está indo tudo muito bem, gráfico excelente, mecânica ótima, stealth ainda predomina com altíssima qualidade, NPCs agora não são mais "cegos", conseguem te enxergar a uma determinada distância e você precisa se adaptar bem a cada situação.
    O que me deixou muito empolgado, foi o fato de você poder fazer a mesma missão porém de várias maneiras diferentes,    Ainda estou jogando e por enquanto está indo tudo muito bem, gráfico excelente, mecânica ótima, stealth ainda predomina com altíssima qualidade, NPCs agora não são mais "cegos", conseguem te enxergar a uma determinada distância e você precisa se adaptar bem a cada situação.
    O que me deixou muito empolgado, foi o fato de você poder fazer a mesma missão porém de várias maneiras diferentes, não tornando o jogo repetitivo, quem deu zero é porque não jogou e sinceramente só pode ser um hater.    … Expand
  76. Aryandaddy
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The game is very good with amazing graphics, good voice acting, perfect smart game and enjoyable story. This will probably be the game of the year I enjoyed it even more than the Witcher 3 and Batman Arkham
    Knight!
  77. PlayrPRO
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    A Hideo Kojima Game.

    A perfectly executed game that leaves me optimistic for Hideo's next work. Everything from the sound to the graphics are just short from stunning.
  78. domderaz
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    is Best of metal gear solid seris
    and best game all of time
    best graphic
    best story
    best gameplay
    game of the year 2015
    amazing ,,, amazing ...amazing
  79. KokeFunky
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Una obra maestra con todas sus letras. El titulo te ofrece un nivel de inmersion altisimo, probablemente uno de los mejores en la historia en este aspecto. Un mundo hermoso y misiones muy epicas. El sistema jugable es solido y la inteligencia artificial de los enemigos es lo mejor que tiene actualmente la industria.
  80. VIBRA
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    all i can say is : YOU NEED TO PLAY MGS5.
    it will be the 2015 game of the year without a doubt..
    i like the way tat the story told .. if feels more like Bloodborne/Souls games in which the story depends on the lore , world , and the way you play and progress the game.

    MGS was never been like this.
  81. Misguided
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I have long been waiting and Kojima has done it again. The last great creative best embacarse half before an uncertain future outside Konami work is undoubtedly the most complete epic saga. Not only solid in each section, it is outstanding in each. Epic gameplay, amazing graphics, history of stroke, bso unforgettable ... V HAS TO COME.
  82. MRMOON
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    MGS is never been like this , it has a solid gameplay elements and it feels unique in every sense of the word . I like the fact that this game is a player drivin in which you can carry the story yourself in a massive open world. the mother base elements is addictive and takes the basis of pace walker so far ..
  83. Thomabaddon
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Been playing for almost a week and the game is really really good. I don't get how anybody can give it 0 scores, come on get real.

    It is not perfect, as no game can be, sometimes the missions get a little repetitive, but you can do them in so many different ways, there is so much content, the gameplay is absolutly wonderful and the game is so polished that i believe it deserves a 10.
  84. Alche
    Sep 1, 2015
    5
    While I not motivate me of both a game and has managed this. Quality and content overflows do. Special mention for Mother Base, customizable and entertaining. Every thing you do feel you progress, unlock weapons, upgrades, etc. Fellow soles an amazing game that I we can deduct many hours hooked.
  85. vgmkyle
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Metal Gear Solid V should remind us why we play games in the first place. There is a clear focus from beginning to end that gameplay in this franchise is important, and it shows from the small details within. It's the small details that can make a current gen game like this so good. The replay value can be perfected by the Mother Base alone.
  86. Crisis7
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. KONAMI! Reflect on yourself about your mistake
    look at this! This is KOJIMA game.
    Socrates left a famous saying, "The unexamined life is not worth living."    … Expand
  87. TheShockmaster
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Fantastic presentation, plenty of gameplay features to mess with, photo-realistic graphics, surprising and unpredictable story, brilliant soundtrack and tonnes of depth and strategy at your disposal...what more could you ask for? This is the best stealth game of ALL TIME! It's hard to believe Kojima hasn't directed a feature film yet, his directing and cinematography is great. StillFantastic presentation, plenty of gameplay features to mess with, photo-realistic graphics, surprising and unpredictable story, brilliant soundtrack and tonnes of depth and strategy at your disposal...what more could you ask for? This is the best stealth game of ALL TIME! It's hard to believe Kojima hasn't directed a feature film yet, his directing and cinematography is great. Still waiting for online mode to launch next month (because of delays), then the package will be complete!
    G.O.T.Y. for sure...
    DO NOT TRUST THE TROLLS GIVING THIS A 0 SCORE!!!    … Expand
  88. porhawj
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    this game is amazing ever i playing on ps4.. visual is stunning. Top Notch Voice Acting by Kiefer Sutherland. Open World is very huge. i haven't find Quiet and Dog yet
  89. Bilbur
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    Been playing this on PS4 all today and yesterday thanks to ShopTo, so here's my two pennies worth for what it's worth.

    After the confusing, slow paced and overly long intro, I'm settling into the gameplay and it really is sumptuous. I'm a real stickler for realistic horses in games and the horse here is very well done. In fact, in many ways it feels a lot like the horse from SotC,    Been playing this on PS4 all today and yesterday thanks to ShopTo, so here's my two pennies worth for what it's worth.

    After the confusing, slow paced and overly long intro, I'm settling into the gameplay and it really is sumptuous. I'm a real stickler for realistic horses in games and the horse here is very well done. In fact, in many ways it feels a lot like the horse from SotC, especially when you break off into a gallop and the wind rushes by your ears.

    The desert tundra filled with rocky escarpments is brilliantly realised, with a dazzling array of gameplay choices on offer. The controls feel tight, if a little bit janky with a couple of strange button choices and not really much customisation options (typical MGS fare, I guess, but it's a bit jarring after playing other slick third person games like TLoU). But it's the gameplay that's key here and it's got bucket-loads. It's just so much fun sizing up camps and outposts from the hills then sneaking in to steal gear, materials and personnel to send back to Motherbase for development. This element is superb, and easily as fun as base management in X-COM E.U. The sheer array of available research projects and upgrades is incredible and being able to physically watch the base expand and develop is highly satisfying. This is where the game actually races ahead of it's peers. Not only are we dealing with an almost open world here, with a similar level of mechanics to the very best third person games, but we're also getting a giant metagame on top which feeds into the experience in the form of Motherbase. The fact that this game performs at a rock solid 60fps on consoles is the cherry on the top and is almost mystical. To my mind, it really does set the bar very high for current gen.

    Personally, I absolutely loved Peace Walker and I disagree that tPP is totally unlike any other MGS game. For me, it feels like a very natural progression from PW. I know lots of people disliked PW for it's deviation from many MGS tropes. If you did, then don't just write-off tPP. It's much meatier in the gameplay dept and the corridor missions have been replaced with these vast open zones with total freedom and endless options. I particularly like the fact that you are part conservationist too, it actually made me chuckle with glee.

    I don't love MGS games for their story arc, however, and for me it's the weakest element of the series. I just think the characters and story haven't matured enough to keep pace with the progression of game mechanics and the entertainment industry as a whole (let alone those fans that have grown up with the series like me). When put in the context of some other games, films and box sets out there (ahem 24), I thought the beginning sequence in tPP felt positively low budget (albeit very shiny and good looking). It's a shame, because it sets things up in poor stead (in my opinion) and I feel many discerning gamers will just write it off as bollocks and send it to the swap-shop. There IS a damn fine game here buried underneath the waffle and quirky nonsense. I personally feel the series is moving in the right direction by altering the way in which the story takes centre stage, often at the cost of gameplay. If it was better written and easier to actually follow, I may feel differently.

    Snake is a great character, but the length and breadth of the military-industrialised nature of the series feels seriously at odds with many of the characters, especially when they start referring to one-another in gravelled action-movie voices as 'Rough Diamond Dogs' and 'Big Boss'. It just comes across as crass and poorly written and doesn't serve well to pastiche those 80's action movies as it would so like to. And for god's sake let me skip a cut scene if I choose, at the very least on the second visit to it. Jesus.

    That's my opinion, anyway, which I'm sure will rub up heavily against many stalwart fans, but know that I am a huge fan of MGS also. I just don't think it reached it's full potential in terms of vision. Do buy this game though. Just like playing around in Los Santos, at the very least it's a tour de force of what highly skilled programmers are capable of. At it's very best it's a superb lone-ranger military stealth game.    … Expand
  90. anto81
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    it's a shame that some haters on here give this game a 0,it's one of the best games i've ever played everything is spot on gameplay,story,graphics,replay value,and since it's a metal gear the stealth mechanism is the best of all the games of the franchise,Hideo kojima is a genious and this game proves it.
  91. nathanben20
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    If you don't like mgs games don't give this game a bad rating just because its not your type. Play the game first then give the game a review. If you wanna play the mgs series for the first time, this is a good place to start
  92. Dimov
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I've been playing Metal Gear since the PSX, so undoubtly I had a great hype for the game. At firts, I thought it was going to be a bad thing, that the game would not be able to reach those expectations. I was so goddamn wrong. This game is AMAZING. It's a masterpiece. Though I'm very into the Metal Gear Saga lore, what really shines on this one is the gameplay. Everything seems conected,I've been playing Metal Gear since the PSX, so undoubtly I had a great hype for the game. At firts, I thought it was going to be a bad thing, that the game would not be able to reach those expectations. I was so goddamn wrong. This game is AMAZING. It's a masterpiece. Though I'm very into the Metal Gear Saga lore, what really shines on this one is the gameplay. Everything seems conected, and I always wished for a Metal Gear that put you in a real war situation, where mistakes can happen and you have to work things out. You can go shooting the hell out of enemies If you need to, meanwhile it gives a couple obvious negative scores, it rewards the feeling of a "Bad Ass Moment" on finding a way out of trouble alive. This game asks you to be smart and use clever maneuvers. So buy this freaking game, If you like challenges (the game itself and those that you make on your own, for fun), try **** just go buy it!!!… Expand
  93. lord_ahmad1912
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Some of the best gameplay in videogames and while TPP has fewer cut scenes than previous games, there is enough story in this game. Listen to tapes and do important side ops. I have reached Africa (second area in the game ) yesterday and so far, MGS V is one of the best games I have ever played.
  94. Thehudthestud
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    okay haters coming here who haven't even touched the god damn game and **** about minor issues that they read online from news and websites just to drop the average user review score, well to them i say **** you THE GAME IS A GODDAMN MASTER PIECE. The gameplay story and openworld plus building your own pmc side ops and extensive **** to do that i have a hard time trying to remember willokay haters coming here who haven't even touched the god damn game and **** about minor issues that they read online from news and websites just to drop the average user review score, well to them i say **** you THE GAME IS A GODDAMN MASTER PIECE. The gameplay story and openworld plus building your own pmc side ops and extensive **** to do that i have a hard time trying to remember will keep you playing for hours and hours, the game is a competitor of GOTY… Expand
  95. Countdown
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    A masterpiece in the eyes of those who game! I strongly recommend this game because of its thrilling story and in depth gameplay! Every second you are reading this review is another second that you are missing out on playing MGSV: The Phantom Pain!
  96. BIGREDCARLTON
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Amazing I thought it was too good to be true but it isn't its perfect . It deserves a 10/10 i was worried that it would have a terrible launch but it runs very smoothly Don't listen to the guys who gave it a 0 because even if you didn't like it the way it runs and handles deserves atleast a 5 but because i like every aspect i give it a 10/10
  97. saeedsaeed2
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    The ultimate experience that one would ever expect from a game , not just a stealth one. great open-world mechanics, gorgeous gameplay elements , and massive MOTHER BASE construction possibilities. " V Has Come To" is not just a motto , it's a gate to the future generation of games.
  98. NicoleCativa
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Perfect!! V has come to! Metal Gear Solid is the best game franchise ever! This is epic! My long wait is over and I'm loving the game!! In the first 12 minutes I got shocked, almost cried, got crazy and excited so much stuff, so much emotion!! GOTY no doubts!
  99. Solidosnake
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Fainaly METAL GEAR SOLID 5 I my hand - I played a great open world and stealth game but mgs v was a legend - exelant missons - legend story - great open world - great gameplay .
    Best MEATL GEAR SOLID EVER
  100. Makaveli
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Many people like myself got the game a week in advanced and I have played for about 40 hours, I beat the main story along with some side ops , however I did not go back and replay certain missions on harder difficulty yet to unlock the other ending, but will do so in the future.

    The game is a masterpiece and the best MGS game to date. The ones who enjoyed the long cutscenes of older    Many people like myself got the game a week in advanced and I have played for about 40 hours, I beat the main story along with some side ops , however I did not go back and replay certain missions on harder difficulty yet to unlock the other ending, but will do so in the future.

    The game is a masterpiece and the best MGS game to date. The ones who enjoyed the long cutscenes of older games (especially MGS 4) might be a tad disappointed at the fact that The Phantom Pain does not have 30 minute cutscenes but it more than compensates with a lot more gameplay.
    I will admit that at times the missions got a tad bit repetative and the maps become somewhat uninteresting after awhile kind of like a "been there done that" thing , but the funny thing about that is the game never felt boring at all, which may not make sense but you would just have to play it to know what I mean.

    The game is beautiful and there is tons of content, you are definatly getting your moneys worth.

    Gameplay- 10
    Sound- 10
    Graphics- 9.5
    Story - 9.5
    Value- 10
    49/50    … Expand
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  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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