Metal Gear Solid

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8.4

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  1. Zloyad
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. A lot of developers should look at how game design should be done. One of the best games in principle.
  2. Horoshorin
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Лучший стелс экшен своего времени. Сюжет и операторская работа могут поразить даже сейчас
  3. Cless
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Talk about a game ahead of its time. this game is ridiculous in the best ways ever. I love everything about it. Certainly a masterpiece that will always be remembered for its brilliance and mastery.
  4. withnoname
    Sep 10, 2020
    10
    The best game ever made, cinematic masterpiece. Simply stunning and the story is Incredible.
  5. Vingador3011
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This game have the bests soundtracks, bests characters and the best plot. I love this masterpiece.
  6. Pedrobermudezb
    Jul 11, 2020
    10
    el juego que me hiso enamorarme de este gran mundo de ser gamer ! gran historia, gameplay y sonido ! para su epoca cuando salio era top grafico de la ps1 y al dia de hoy lo sigo disfrutando.. cada ves que puedo le vuelvo a dar otra pasada a este maravilloso juego !
  7. gamingmachinery
    May 21, 2021
    10
    this game is the worst evar!!,
    there is no first person cardboard boxing. kojima was mad because of this review...
  8. terribad69
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Metal Gear Solid does not only have a unique and fun gameplay, this legendary game also revolutionized story telling in video game. Playing this game is like watching a cinematic masterpiece for all. The gameplay switches phase from stealthy to exhilirating action which gives us a very unique experience. in addition, the well crafted story amazingly expanded the Metal Gear lore whichMetal Gear Solid does not only have a unique and fun gameplay, this legendary game also revolutionized story telling in video game. Playing this game is like watching a cinematic masterpiece for all. The gameplay switches phase from stealthy to exhilirating action which gives us a very unique experience. in addition, the well crafted story amazingly expanded the Metal Gear lore which subsequently spawned countless Metal Gear titles which became a masterpiece on their own, similir to the first one.… Expand
  9. AlexSandoval
    Sep 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El videojuego Metal Gear Solid es una gran obra cinematográfica,es espectacular, tal vez les parezca muy "fanboy",pero es innegable que estamos en presencia de un videojuego adelantado a su época.… Expand
  10. Gonza9268
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    este juego es una maldita maravilla,estoy totalmente impactado con la gran histora de este increible juego
  11. HectorDelaRocha
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    The best PS1 game, fairly played it as a child. Revisited several times through the years. Very ahead of its time and probably the first spies game ever. Easily in my top 10 of all time.
  12. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    OVERALL - 96%

    Gameplay - 9/10
    Graphics (for time) - 7/10
    Story - 10/10
    Game Length - 8/10
    Characters - 10/10
    Level/Area Design - 8/10
    Atmosphere - 8/10
    Sound Effects - 9/10
    Soundtrack - 7/10
    Replay Value - 8/10

    My favourite PS1 Game. My favourite characters. My favourite storyline. Started My favourite game franchise. Love it.
  13. CasualAndExtrem
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    A briliant masterpiece. Companies need to sit down. Play the game. Get some inspiration and then start making games. This game have so much emotion i cant even describe it. Even after that game the mgs series (specially the mgs4 guns of patriots) try to recreate what only mgs1 have. Mgs4 have so much references to Mgs1. Everything is balanced. The sound, the music, the cutscene, the storyA briliant masterpiece. Companies need to sit down. Play the game. Get some inspiration and then start making games. This game have so much emotion i cant even describe it. Even after that game the mgs series (specially the mgs4 guns of patriots) try to recreate what only mgs1 have. Mgs4 have so much references to Mgs1. Everything is balanced. The sound, the music, the cutscene, the story e.t.c.. If they ever do a remake i believe the graphics are the only issue since its a 1998 game (but way to far from his time).… Expand
  14. Colday
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    After that game i just started laughing at the modern concept of Exclusive games. Being ported on many platforms, it still PS1 exclusive anyway.
    My advice: if you don't have PS1 with CRT TV, don't play in PC port, because they cut many features. Just download the emulator and find a good gamepad. Not necessary, but if you get a good CRT monitor (any Trinitron for example), it will be great
  15. Matheus19082006
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    This game have everything you want in a stealth game, the characters are awesome and the controls are not that bad compare to other ps1 games
  16. adeelisyours
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    One liner
    "This is the very best video game i have ever played in my life since 1998 and no other game has been more fun than this to the date."
  17. Potworzak21
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    For me it's absolute must-play for any gamer. It' astonishing what developers did on first PlayStation. I played it for the first time about 2015... I envy a little bit people that played it just after release in 90s - it must have been total shock back then
  18. sammyhagar
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Simply a masterpiece!

    This game is a unique masterpiece. Each of the components and elements of the game serve the soul of the story and correctly converge all its parameters towards a specific goal which is pure beauty.
  19. dorohedorofan90
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    Kojima en estado de gracia.
    Alfonso Vallés.
    Gray Fox.
    Una producción cinematográfica irrepetible.
    Una época que jamás volverá...
    Mi juego favorito de todos los tiempos.
    Metal Gear Solid.
  20. pParadoX
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    This game is a really MASTERPIECE! Characters, Story, Boss Fights... What a game!
  21. CloudStrife05
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Life changing experience. When you did not know wtf was going on against Psycho Mantis and then found out to change the memory card to slot 2? MAN! funny, clever and great.
  22. Badr90s
    Sep 23, 2021
    10
    The best Playstation one game and one of the best games of all time, stunning unbleavable plot, characters, dialog cinamatics and soundtrack, in the first 15 minutes you’ll notice how this game is ahead of it’s time
  23. WPB
    Oct 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Psycho mantis, snake, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. I don't Even know where this review is going any more, so goodnight i guess.… Expand
  24. Gregy2005
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Best game ever. Simple as that. The story and the gameplay for that time is just unbelieveable.
  25. Jattaman
    Sep 28, 2022
    10
    Capolavoro, pietra miliare dei videogame.
    Trama splendida, personaggi memorabili.
    Giocabilità e grafica alle stelle per il periodo in cui è uscito.
  26. dingdong123
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    I played this game in 1998, but still the most impactful game I've ever played, and my favorite game of all time.
  27. Bigboss0
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    The story is perfact and soundtruck and the gameplay
    Characters and vocal performance is Greater
    Best ps1 game ever
  28. Gliphy
    Mar 13, 2023
    10
    Кодзима такой Кодзима. Согласны? Пафос, киношность, юмор в серьезных моментах и гениальность всего происходящего. Все это присуще играм Кодзимы. MGS стал вроде его первым таким крупным опытом в кресле геймдизайнера. Справился же он с этой работой просто на ура. Озвучка, которую я сначала слегка не взлюбил, но после именно она выжимала из меня слезы; геймплей, который бесил, но после сталКодзима такой Кодзима. Согласны? Пафос, киношность, юмор в серьезных моментах и гениальность всего происходящего. Все это присуще играм Кодзимы. MGS стал вроде его первым таким крупным опытом в кресле геймдизайнера. Справился же он с этой работой просто на ура. Озвучка, которую я сначала слегка не взлюбил, но после именно она выжимала из меня слезы; геймплей, который бесил, но после стал таким родным; маленькие пасхалочки и моменты, которые легко упустить, если проходить невнимательно или всего один раз.

    Кодзима — гений.    … Expand
  29. SolidPoto
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    made my tip sticky, creamy

    Pd. best ps1 game on hideo deserves some head rn
  30. Zespedes
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    Simplemente un videojuego revolucionario para su epoca e incluso hoy en dia, se conserva muy bien pese a todos los años que tiene encima. Una narrativa y jugabilidad exquisitas, rejugable varias veces, las misiones VR y mucho más ofrece esta obra magna, la cual merece considerarse uno de los mejores juegos de la historia, por no decir el mejor.
  31. MGZeroes
    Nov 8, 2022
    10
    The guards recognize your footprints. This is one of the first things the game shows.
    The possible interactions in this game were outstanding 20 years ago.

    Except for the graphics, the game has aged pretty well and is playable even without nostalgia glasses. Truly a genre defining game.
  32. hyrts
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    A legendary game. A must play. The first game of this series. You should definitely try it.
  33. Juancazamo
    Jun 16, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este videojuego me hizo fan de la saga metal gear con tal de comprarme el metal gear legacy collection hideonlojima.es.una legenda… Expand
  34. trinovatic
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Mi primer juego de Kojima y cumplió mis expectativas, que existieran juegos asi en ese tiempo es tremendo, que joya.
  35. Karai
    Aug 3, 2022
    10
    It's an epic game which made a revolution in game development and gameplay.
    Only one minus for this game it's camera view.
  36. Orestfores9
    Aug 11, 2022
    10
    Played this game on ps1 emulator on my phone, and I still think this is the best game ever
  37. Shad_t
    Aug 18, 2022
    10
    EPIC from the begins at the end, memorable moments, great soundtrack, voice acting was impecable, and the spanish dun is the best i ever heard in a videogame. May in this time feels little outdated still is a Masterpiece of Gaming
  38. Pmstz
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    The best.
    Absolut masterpiece.
    Hideo amazing video game.
    ++++++++++++++++++
  39. ihascancan
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. how do i beat psycho mantis please help me i dont have a second controller to beat him… Expand
  40. chokorettoo
    Apr 4, 2023
    10
    discovered this game at 5 years old, little did i know this would be one of the games that would impact my life forever, thank you metal gear solid for changing my life
  41. iamsepd
    May 23, 2023
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. After playing it, I understand why everyone says it was so good, it was very ahead of it’s time. If you haven’t played it, and are thinking about skipping it, don’t. Even though it’s 25 years old, it really doesn’t feel that dated. The boss battles can be hard, but are very rewarding to finish

    Overall: 10/10
    MASTERPIECE
  42. VictoriaBarbosa
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    It took me a long time to get this game, but when I finally got it it just blew me away, incredible game, excellent, perfection, one of the best I've ever played in my life.
  43. Timgladiator
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    It will forever be gaming's most outstanding achievement!!! Over 20 years later it still inspires upcoming game designers like me to make video games so much more!
  44. Bucknorris
    Jul 1, 2023
    10
    Metal Gear Solid, released in 1998, stands as a true pioneer in the realm of video game storytelling. With its gripping narrative and innovative approach, it set a new standard for the medium, elevating video games to an art form capable of delivering immersive and emotionally engaging experiences.

    From the very beginning, Metal Gear Solid captivates players with its complex and    Metal Gear Solid, released in 1998, stands as a true pioneer in the realm of video game storytelling. With its gripping narrative and innovative approach, it set a new standard for the medium, elevating video games to an art form capable of delivering immersive and emotionally engaging experiences.

    From the very beginning, Metal Gear Solid captivates players with its complex and thought-provoking storyline. As Solid Snake, a legendary soldier, players embark on a mission filled with political intrigue, shadowy organizations, and moral dilemmas. The game tackles themes of war, loyalty, genetic manipulation, and the nature of humanity, exploring deep philosophical questions that resonate even outside the gaming world.

    One of the standout aspects of Metal Gear Solid is its masterful blend of cinematic presentation and interactive gameplay. The game seamlessly transitions between intense, action-packed gameplay segments and meticulously crafted cutscenes, reminiscent of a Hollywood blockbuster. These extended cutscenes, featuring detailed character animations and expertly delivered voice acting, immerse players in the story, providing an emotional depth rarely seen in games of that era.

    Metal Gear Solid's characters are as iconic as the game itself. Solid Snake, the enigmatic and battle-hardened protagonist, showcases a depth of character rarely seen in video games at the time. The supporting cast, including the eccentric Otacon, the ruthless Revolver Ocelot, and the enigmatic Sniper Wolf, are equally compelling and add layers of complexity to the narrative.

    The game's narrative is expertly woven into the gameplay, with each mission and encounter advancing the story and revealing new plot twists. It encourages players to think strategically, utilize stealth tactics, and engage in memorable boss battles that not only test their skills but also contribute to the overall narrative.

    Metal Gear Solid pushed the boundaries of the PlayStation console's capabilities, utilizing advanced visuals and technical achievements to enhance the storytelling experience. The detailed environments, realistic character models, and impressive lighting effects all served to create a world that felt alive and believable.

    Nearly two decades later, Metal Gear Solid's impact on video game storytelling can still be felt. It set a new standard for narrative depth, character development, and cinematic presentation. It inspired countless games to follow in its footsteps, raising the bar for interactive storytelling and cementing its place as one of the most influential titles in gaming history.

    In conclusion, Metal Gear Solid (1998) is an absolute triumph in the realm of narrative and storytelling. Its engaging storyline, memorable characters, cinematic presentation, and technical achievements pushed the boundaries of what was possible in video games at the time. It remains a testament to the transformative power of storytelling in gaming and is a must-play for anyone seeking an unforgettable and immersive gaming experience.    … Expand
  45. ShaneK.
    Jan 3, 2008
    9
    It's been a while since I played the PSone port but I must have played and finished this game about a dozen times. There was something about the GC version I didn't like. The PSone version was a classic.
  46. BlancoA.
    Sep 23, 2001
    9
    This is an incredibly cool game, but as the critics mention, I found myself a little impatient with ALL the cut-scenes. There's a lot of hand-holding going on at every stage, as well. But the mechanics of the gameplay are pretty incredible.
  47. TimM.
    Sep 29, 2005
    9
    The one that popularized a genre of games: Interactive Movies. Metal Gear is like watching a movie with interesting characters, plot twists, romance and of course great dialogue. Like a movie, but you are playing the role instead so it is all up to the player. Countless games like Metal Gear Solid came around after, most of them failed but some have had sucess. The incredible thing today The one that popularized a genre of games: Interactive Movies. Metal Gear is like watching a movie with interesting characters, plot twists, romance and of course great dialogue. Like a movie, but you are playing the role instead so it is all up to the player. Countless games like Metal Gear Solid came around after, most of them failed but some have had sucess. The incredible thing today is that the graphics are now terrible yet everything else just makes that fact seem not true when it's never about flash, but substance. I reccomend the game if you are both a fan of movies and games alike, this is a delicious treat.… Expand
  48. MatthewM.
    Jun 26, 2002
    9
    Metal Gear Solid is the best action game I've ever played overall. First of all, for its time, the graphics are stunning. Gameplay is at an all-time high. (Sure MGS 2 is better gameplay wise, but it makes up for stupidity in the plot) As I said above, the plot of this game is very much more "real". (And by real, I mean a low twist per second rate.) There are some problems. Enemy A.I. Metal Gear Solid is the best action game I've ever played overall. First of all, for its time, the graphics are stunning. Gameplay is at an all-time high. (Sure MGS 2 is better gameplay wise, but it makes up for stupidity in the plot) As I said above, the plot of this game is very much more "real". (And by real, I mean a low twist per second rate.) There are some problems. Enemy A.I. is a little..umm, well let me just say that its good that they didn't waste the taxpayers' dollars to send these idiots to school. CODEC conversations are somewhat of a problem too, as Snake tends to be talking to himself in the middle of a highly gaurded room without the slightest thought in the gaurds head of "Why is there a man in a sneaking suit, that looks just like the guy I'm supposed to kill, knelling in the middle of the floor like I can't see him?... Eh." And also, hte most disturbing scene in the game leaves you thinkin' "Are they feeding them prune burritos?" Other than that, MGS is a must buy! … Expand
  49. thejonez
    Apr 14, 2013
    9
    Metal Gear Solid can safely be called the cream-of-the-crop stealth game. It looks amazing (even though it has PlayStation graphics) because of every layout and background is crafted so beautifully. The music really fits the scene and the score was well done. The gameplay immerses you so deeply that it goes beyond the TV screen and involves you, the player. It tells you to find hints onMetal Gear Solid can safely be called the cream-of-the-crop stealth game. It looks amazing (even though it has PlayStation graphics) because of every layout and background is crafted so beautifully. The music really fits the scene and the score was well done. The gameplay immerses you so deeply that it goes beyond the TV screen and involves you, the player. It tells you to find hints on the CD case, the Psycho Mantis boss can read your memory card for other games by Konami or tell you if you have saved in a while, or the way to beat Psycho Mantis, or when you get tortured; you and your thumbs actually feel like they are getting tortured. This immersion can only be found in this title, and not even with games today. The game has so many "little things" that really make it stand out. For example, if you hide in a box in a truck, you will get driven to the place on the box. No one told you that would happen and that is the beauty of it when you discover it. The bosses are numerous, challenging, and truly a fun experience. Metal Gear Solid is just plain ground-breaking and the reviews show it. As of this date, there are no user reviews under a "9" on Metacritic and only one yellow critic score. I would like to think that the one yellow review was a mistake and was supposed to be intended for a different game because then I would have to question it's sanity. There are only two problems that made this title not quite get a perfect "10." First, aiming most the weapons were a pain and I do not understand why I could not shoot in first-person mode. I wish that the entire game was a first-person-shooter after you beat it once. That would definitely make me have to play it again! The second issue was the many moments when a long cutscene appeared and I was just watching and waiting. I would skip them if it were another game, but the story is hard enough to follow, as is, due to the number of plot twists. The game consists of a total of a little over three hours of cutscenes, by the way! I finished normal mode in twenty hours, so 15% of my game was pure cinematic video! To be fair, the cutscenes were well done, but the thing is I didn't buy a movie. Overall, a very involving game that will go down in history for its originality and beauty with very few flaws.… Expand
  50. TheQuietGamer
    Sep 10, 2016
    9
    When it comes to storytelling in video games few games are as revolutionary as Metal Gear Solid was. It set the bar for cinematic presentation, characterization, and voice acting. It's production values were top-notch and even today the sheer scope of it's story is more massive than just about every other game out there.

    It's brimming with a personality that is so very Japanese. It's a    When it comes to storytelling in video games few games are as revolutionary as Metal Gear Solid was. It set the bar for cinematic presentation, characterization, and voice acting. It's production values were top-notch and even today the sheer scope of it's story is more massive than just about every other game out there.

    It's brimming with a personality that is so very Japanese. It's a serious and complex affair. One that isn't afraid to through in some self-aware humor here and there, as well as that perverted sense of Japanese sexuality in the form of things like camera angles lingering on female character's bums. It's a very unique vision. One fully brought to life and a joy to experience, even if it the amount of things it does makes it a bit confusing at times.

    There's a lot of backstory at play here. Not all which makes sense. Not only that, but the characterization is incredibly deep. Just about every aspect of who these characters are is explored. The constant barrage of information can be overwhelming, but the payoff is one of the best, most fleshed out and likable casts in all of gaming.

    As you continue to progress through the game the story only gets bigger. New elements and threat are always being brought into play, and big twists and shocking reveals are around every corner. It's absolute thrill ride to behold, but the result is a very chatty game. In order to fit all of the storytelling and character moments in, the game had to be made with a lot of cutscenes. Most of which can be very lengthy. It's a massive story to keep up with and it really rewards you for doing so. You genuinely will want to keep up with every little plot thread, but darn are these cutscenes long. There were moments where I drifted out. Yet, I'm glad and amazed that a story this big exists in gaming. It's a treat to behold and I can't wait to see where it goes in the later installments.

    The gameplay side of things hasn't aged as well as the storytelling has. While the only are that really shows it's age in that department are the graphics, the gameplay has to deal with dated controls and such. It's all still perfectly tolerable though. There are some frustrating moments still brought on by this age though. There were some bosses and scenarios that, while excellent in design, can be down right anger inducing thanks to some aged mechanics. One personal bit of advice I recommend is that you save often. The checkpoint system itself is fantastic, allowing you to pick up right at the segment you died at the vast majority of the time. Something even modern games suffer with. That being said, MGS slips in a surprise and unexpected cheap torture sequence that could kill you outright and stick you a game over that costs you hours of progress. It also has a choice that affects which ending you get, so watch out.

    Yet, despite these issues MGS is still a source of excellent gameplay. The stealth is on point. Even having to backtrack through levels, an always tedious prospect,is made a little bit sweeter with the promise of a new item waiting for you that opens up new possibilities. The boss battles are excellent, varied in design, and are characters often just as fleshed out as the protagonists. Their personalities and unique requirements for defeating them lead to memorable encounters.

    Even today MGS delivered some of the most memorable, exciting, and amazing gameplay scenarios I've ever experienced. The focus may be on stealth, but MGS contains some very energetic action sequences. It also serves as a reminder of a time when video games weren't afraid to acknowledge the fact that they were games. There are moments of fourth wall breaking that tie directly into the gameplay experience that are absolutely incredible. Even with it's flaws MGS provides a gameplay experience that's just as well done and enjoyable as it's story. It does things with gameplay that you just don't see anymore.

    After playing through Metal Gear Solid for the first time, I can't tell if gaming just hasn't come as far as I originally believed or if MGS was/is just THAT far ahead of it's time. I honestly believe it's the latter. It does things that even today developers struggle with. MGS is nothing less than a work of true visionary talent. One that delivers an masterful experience in both storytelling and gameplay. Age may have taken a slight toll on things, but MGS is only slightly less the masterpiece it was when it first released.    … Expand
  51. Caestus
    Mar 8, 2013
    9
    Even today it is still the best title of the series. The stealth system was new and unique, it had voice action and a complex story with twists to think about.
  52. marv316
    Oct 7, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the best PS 1 game of all time.. HANDS DOWN..!!! :) the first time i played the demo of this game i'm so excited and can't wait to play the full version of the game.. i remember clearly when the first time i played this game, i have no idea at all what this game about and really didn't know that this game was the franchise of an old game from late 80's, Metal gear which featured on NES.. but hell of that.. :D this game makes me instantly a fan of stealth game. and i kind a agree if this game called "The grand daddy of modern stealth game" the storyline, the gameplay, the voice acting, all of that makes this game one of the best at that time.. and i'm so dissapointed that this game would not featured on the upcoming MGS collection later in this year on X-BOX 360 and PS 3.. but still this game to me have a special place in my heart.. GO SNAKE GO.. :)… Expand
  53. KMH1138
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    Metal Gear Solid not only stands as one of the best stories in gaming history, but it is also hands-down one of the most influential games of all time. Its plot is riddled with philosophical and moral issues that resonate with gamers strongly in modern society, its stealth game play is intense and balances risk and reward, the challenge of surviving the odds is high but fair to players whoMetal Gear Solid not only stands as one of the best stories in gaming history, but it is also hands-down one of the most influential games of all time. Its plot is riddled with philosophical and moral issues that resonate with gamers strongly in modern society, its stealth game play is intense and balances risk and reward, the challenge of surviving the odds is high but fair to players who put in effort and patience and the production values are well worth the price you pay. The soundtrack is hauntingly memorable, changing when the situation intensifies or during major cutscenes. The voice actors are very convincing, giving extra life to the characters they portray, with special mention for David Hayter's world-weary take on the veteran soldier and protagonist Solid Snake. The game offers, in addition to the short but emotional campaign, a variety of Virtual Reality bonus missions and training, as well as unlockables and secrets for playing the campaign in certain ways. If there is anything to complain about, it could be that the game's graphics haven't aged as gracefully as they deserve, and thus look dated and basic by present standards. However, to mark a game as unplayable for older graphics is a travesty. This game was the inspiration for many current conventions in its genre, and it still holds up over a decade later. Whether you're a veteran fan with an original PlayStation copy or a new Metal Gear Solid fan who's purchased the game off of the PlayStation Network, this is a game that you should be proud to own.… Expand
  54. SomecallmeBguti
    Feb 10, 2012
    9
    One of my favorite on the Playstation. There is a reason why i call hideo kojima "The Stanley Kubrick of Video Games". The story is the most cinematic one you'll find on the PS, but i can't help but find myself feel like a spectator and just watching a movie. The music is great, and the voice acting is surprisingly good due to the Playstation 1 games having a history of **** voice acting.One of my favorite on the Playstation. There is a reason why i call hideo kojima "The Stanley Kubrick of Video Games". The story is the most cinematic one you'll find on the PS, but i can't help but find myself feel like a spectator and just watching a movie. The music is great, and the voice acting is surprisingly good due to the Playstation 1 games having a history of **** voice acting. (I'm looking at you Megaman 8 and Resident Evil.) But if you look pass the whole movie thing, i still recommend it.… Expand
  55. elhive
    Jun 13, 2012
    9
    Finishing Metal Gear Solid is not an easy task. Yes, it's not brutally difficult, but it requires a lot of patience. But the patience is worth it. Nearly every aspect of MGS is fantastic, even today. The graphics might be a bit dated but all the same hold much charm and simplicity. The gameplay mechanics defined the stealth/action genre and indeed the MGS series are still the best stealthFinishing Metal Gear Solid is not an easy task. Yes, it's not brutally difficult, but it requires a lot of patience. But the patience is worth it. Nearly every aspect of MGS is fantastic, even today. The graphics might be a bit dated but all the same hold much charm and simplicity. The gameplay mechanics defined the stealth/action genre and indeed the MGS series are still the best stealth games out there. The story is ridiculous, with so many plot twists and turns, and Kojima doesn't care one bit. You can sit for ten minutes listening to a new met enemy rambling on and on about philosophy, politics and everything else, and it's worse when Snake is cooporating with them which leads to many awkward conversations. Dialog is what Kojima couldn't handle right, and that's a shame because that was actualy the only real gripe I have had with the game, but I guess that it's part of the magic that this series has. The bosses are fantastic, the mood is great. The game forces you to think about your next move and be on your toes. You constantly have to stay alert and learn to use your gadget arsenal wisely. I also loved the characters, as childish and silly some of them might be, because their personalities are interesting and unique. The codec conversations can be really good and it's especially nice that you can contact characters and get advice or perspective from them. I can safely say that every gamer should experience this game. It might seem dated but it really holds up after all this time, for some strange reason, and is stil perfectly playable. It's humorous, difficult, and fun.But most importantly , It's a fascinating creation that Hideo and his team managed to make. The game is very unique and has many small nuances that really make it an unforgettable experience.… Expand
  56. Jouna92
    Dec 25, 2013
    9
    Metal Gear Solid is closer to perfection than any other game in PlayStation's action genre. This is more of a work of art than an actual game. Hideo Kojima has produced one of the finest games ever.
  57. artoldtonelic
    May 18, 2014
    9
    The Metal Gear series grows from 2d to 3D the graphics of the game were great but not as perfect as The legend of zelda Ocarina of time character models and Banjo Kazooie amazing textures. But the gameplay is classic lovable Metal Gear which is faster and more exciting than ever before; psycho Mantis blew us away with is memory card reading of what game we played before. And making theThe Metal Gear series grows from 2d to 3D the graphics of the game were great but not as perfect as The legend of zelda Ocarina of time character models and Banjo Kazooie amazing textures. But the gameplay is classic lovable Metal Gear which is faster and more exciting than ever before; psycho Mantis blew us away with is memory card reading of what game we played before. And making the controller vibrate, but the biggest accomplishment for the original Metal Gear Solid is the extensive story with movie like cut scenes created some of the best stories ever told in gaming. It's biggest flaw was simply the lenght of the game that prevented it to become almost perfect gaming experience that is why I gave it a 9.255 OUT OF 10 IN 1998.… Expand
  58. Pickle
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    En realidad es un juego que te hace apreciar las escenas en los videojuegos, así como el medio como uno que sirve para contar historias interactivas.

    Admito que no me gustaron algunas cosas, un par de escenas se sentían forzadas, como por ejemplo algunas que servían para decir señalar cosas del sentido común, cómo cuando te enseñan como subir por una escalera, por ejemplo... Pero    En realidad es un juego que te hace apreciar las escenas en los videojuegos, así como el medio como uno que sirve para contar historias interactivas.

    Admito que no me gustaron algunas cosas, un par de escenas se sentían forzadas, como por ejemplo algunas que servían para decir señalar cosas del sentido común, cómo cuando te enseñan como subir por una escalera, por ejemplo...

    Pero generalmente los personajes son únicos, los comentarios que hace de la politica, los militares y las armas nucleares son reafirmantes entorno a la vida y la jugabilidad, aunque bastante arcaica en muchos aspectos, sigue siendo divertida en muchos otros.

    Lo único que resentí en mi experiencia realmente fue la dificultad, incluso en la dificultad "normal" el juego me pareció brutalmente difícil, sobre todo al pelear contra los jefes, el final me habrá tomado unas diez veces derrotarlo, pese a que sabía que tenía que hacer. Además había unas partes que no me gustaron, como cuando el juego me pedía que volviera a áreas antes exploradas para tener que recuperar algún arma o alterar una llave...

    Pero en general, me quede con una buena experiencia, cabe mencionar que estos meses fueron la primera experiencia que tuve con el juego, había jugado todos los anteriores, pero estos últimos meses fueron los primeros cuando termine por acabar este.    … Expand
  59. brockcheese
    Jun 5, 2019
    9
    As a contribution to the gaming industry this game is incredible. Inventing the stealth genre in such a way that almost all games owe something to this.
  60. MatthewBTVS
    Aug 24, 2013
    9
    Apart from a few bugs and glitches, this game for its time and arguably even today is near perfection. The character's, the story, the gameplay. Each vital piece of the game sewn together to make THE game that defined the stealth genre. The characters are realistic and heartfelt, each having an interesting past and secretive ulterior motives. The story, one of the best in games of thatApart from a few bugs and glitches, this game for its time and arguably even today is near perfection. The character's, the story, the gameplay. Each vital piece of the game sewn together to make THE game that defined the stealth genre. The characters are realistic and heartfelt, each having an interesting past and secretive ulterior motives. The story, one of the best in games of that time. Dramatic, engaging and mind-blowing, it raised the bar for other games to beat. Then there's the gameplay, espionage orientated. Sneak past your enemies, fight them, it was your choice. Definitely a game built to stand the age of time, along with its sequels. To anyone having not played it, do so.… Expand
  61. Ydun79
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    Great game. Very new play styles that when you look back don't seem much but at the time just blew you out of the water.
  62. Frenchman
    Dec 27, 2015
    9
    One of the best video game ever. Mind blowing scenario, very mature and fun at once, great villains and heroes. There isn't one boring minute in the whole game. A true masterpiece.
  63. foxviewchannel
    Jan 7, 2015
    9
    My all-time favorite game on the PlayStation One is Metal Gear Solid and I have finished it countless of times. It is a shame that most games these days can’t compete to how well Metal Gear Solid was, from its very good voice acting, excellent stealth mechanics, interesting soundtracks, to its beautifully written deep story. Metal Gear Solid is a master piece that never gets old
  64. Darko84
    Feb 3, 2015
    9
    Metal Gear Solid is a very unique title for PS1.
    The story and its development is totally incredible.
    It's the first game that dialog is that relevant in a video game, the voice acting is stunning.
    The only flaw for this game is the graphics quality, even when this is a PS1, the graphics could have been better.
  65. Termin8ter
    Jul 2, 2017
    9
    Metal Gear Solid is a near-perfect game that deserves all the praise that it got. The controls are very well designed: the left trigger is for weapons, and the right trigger is for items. the square button is to fire your pistol, and O is to melee. The Back button is for Codec, and the Start button is to pause. Firing your pistol is finicky, because there is no laser sight or first personMetal Gear Solid is a near-perfect game that deserves all the praise that it got. The controls are very well designed: the left trigger is for weapons, and the right trigger is for items. the square button is to fire your pistol, and O is to melee. The Back button is for Codec, and the Start button is to pause. Firing your pistol is finicky, because there is no laser sight or first person mode. (Twin Snakes has it, but we're not reviewing that.) Now on to the story, before I delve into the story of this game, I will quickly recap the story of Metal Gear, and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake. In MG1, Solid Snake is sent by Big Boss to investigate the military base, Outer Heaven, which has been known to be creating illegal Metal Gear's, Solid Snake destroys the Metal Gear, and is confronted by Big Boss, who reveals that he is the leader of Outer Heaven. Solid Snake kills Big Boss, and escapes Outer Heaven as it explodes to bits. In MG2, Solid Snake is sent to Zanzibar Land because of reports of a new Outer Heaven, As Solid Snake investigates the new Outer Heaven, he discovers that, Gray Fox, Snakes friend in MG1, has defected to Outer Heaven. After a fierce battle against Fox, Snake finally kills him. Snake then destroys the new Metal Gear, and finds Big Boss, who wasn't as dead as we thought. Snake once again kills Big Boss, and escapes Outer Heaven. Okay, now to the story of MGS. The terrorist group called FOXHOUND, lead by Liquid Snake, Solid Snake's genetic brother, has taken over the nuclear waste facility of Shadow Moses, and is threatening to Nuke the U.S, unless the U.S send the burnt remains of Big Boss. Solid Snake is called in to infiltrate Shadow Moses, save the two hostages, Kenneth Baker and Donald Anderson. The campaign is very fun and intense to play through, full of twists and 4th-wall breaks. The graphics in MGS1 are a vast improvement over the graphics in MG1 and MG2, now in full 3D color. This game has a lot of thing to do once you've beaten the campaign and got both endings. There is tons of fun VR missions that test your skill, and even an extra disc containing a Demo for Silent Hill! This game is worth every penny of it's purchase, and you should get this great game ASAP. i'm just praying that the upcoming film adaption of this game doesn't suck. i know that Kojima is involved with the screenplay, and that's good, but you just never know.… Expand
  66. Mumes
    Oct 9, 2015
    9
    Yesterday I played MGS for the first time in my life, and I can say for certain that I regret waiting so long to play it. Snake's first adventure on the 3D world is definitely a remarkable, I did have some problems with it gameplay wise, though I'm willing to let it pass due to the game having 17 years, without many of the techniques newer games have, but the story this games shows to theYesterday I played MGS for the first time in my life, and I can say for certain that I regret waiting so long to play it. Snake's first adventure on the 3D world is definitely a remarkable, I did have some problems with it gameplay wise, though I'm willing to let it pass due to the game having 17 years, without many of the techniques newer games have, but the story this games shows to the player is something that I found unique and immerses the player, showing you great characters, scenarios and a fantastic plot, I can't wait to play the other games of the saga and judge them myself, and for now all I can say is that this one is worth every penny ever since it was released on 1998.… Expand
  67. Bmaje
    Oct 30, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played MGS for the first time in 1999 and I'm still playing it. There are claims that it's the greatest game released on the original Playstation, but I disagree. It's certainly one of the best, but I can always find a reason why Tomb Raider or SOTN is better, but MGS is better in much deeper ways. Sometimes you've got to shoot an enemy shoulder in the back with a rocket launcher. You can't really sneak up on enemies in Tomb Raider and the bosses in SOTN are defeated by the same tactic of hit them more often than they hit you.

    The first thing you notice in this game is the top down view that follows you for the majority of the game. The camera takes a little getting used to, and is a bit better than the set camera angles from the Resident Evil games on the PSX but not as good as it's contemporary Syphon Filter. The camera angle suits the game you play. It changes, and you can scope out your surroundings so you can plan your attack effectively once you've got this down.

    What makes this game good is that there are multiple strategies of playing this game. You can choose the easy route of blasting the hell out of every enemy in sight and run through into the next area, or you can choose to dispatch enemies in a quick and quiet fashion without alerting anyone to your presence. The choice is really up to you and the game isn't any different at the end, yet playing stealth over violence is more satisfying and rewarding.

    The detailed story far surpasses any other games that I've played on PSX, but the game is still flawed. The big flaw comes in the shape of Liquid Snake. This is a man you shoot down in a helicopter, you blow up in a bipedal tank, you throw off of said tank and succumbs to a heart attack all in the same night. He reminds me of Will Ferrel's character in the Austin Powers movies.

    We can talk about odd parts of the game, like Psycho Mantis reading your mind, or the whole dumb Decoy Octopus character, but there are twists, backstabbing and people that just won't die. Maybe MGS 3 is the best game in the series, but this game stands alone on the PSX.    … Expand
  68. Ljungman
    Mar 24, 2016
    9
    The first time I played this game was just recently in the wait for the new Metal Gear Solid V. So I'll start with what I think is bad about the game.

    I found this game really tedious at first, where the controls felt weird and the stealth mechanics in the game was challenging more because of how weird the controls were. The most annoying thing about the game is actually the sound when    The first time I played this game was just recently in the wait for the new Metal Gear Solid V. So I'll start with what I think is bad about the game.

    I found this game really tedious at first, where the controls felt weird and the stealth mechanics in the game was challenging more because of how weird the controls were. The most annoying thing about the game is actually the sound when you get detected, since it's a lot higher then the game itself. I think I got at least 10 heart attacks while playing the game, and I couldn't find the settings to lower it or turn it off either. The combat in the game is also really annoying, where I found that it wasn't worth going fighting the enemy if I got detected, I rather died and tried again. Some of the boss battles also was more annoying then fun, like the boss where you had to use the sniper. It was just annoying, because the controls was so weird and slow. Most of the negative stuff is because the game is old and hasn't aged very well.

    What I loved about this game was basically everything else. The voice acting is really good, and the animations as well. It's a very intriguing story that makes you want to keep on playing, even though game play wise, it might not be the best. It actually felt like I was part of a movie because of the good cut-scenes. Some might say that the cut-scenes are to long, but in my opinion they are perfectly long. Story-wise this game is absolutely fantastic, with a lot of stuff that will surprise you and make you gasp, with cool character and REALLY interesting enemies.    … Expand
  69. imnotyourguy
    Dec 9, 2016
    9
    May have not aged perfectly,but it's still very good.The graphics may be blocky,but the animation and frame rate are okay.Though,the cutscenes aren't like those in Panzer Dragoon Saga or Grim Fandango,but they all use the in-game engine and have no facial animation at all.So the cutscenes are ugly,but what's in them is superb.The dialogue is masterful,creative and filled with lines thatMay have not aged perfectly,but it's still very good.The graphics may be blocky,but the animation and frame rate are okay.Though,the cutscenes aren't like those in Panzer Dragoon Saga or Grim Fandango,but they all use the in-game engine and have no facial animation at all.So the cutscenes are ugly,but what's in them is superb.The dialogue is masterful,creative and filled with lines that you'll never forget,and the story has a particular twist that hit me really hard.Another thing is that the voice acting is actually decent,despite the standard at that time being ''ear-bleeding''.Though,the soundtrack is nothing special.As for the gameplay,it's a top-down stealth game with a variety of weapons and tools to help you along the way.The camera can sometimes be annoying and the level design can be counter-intuitive,but it's also nicely varied,challenging and organic.The boss fights are some of the best of this generation,with all of them having personality,challenge and very creative concepts.The standout opponent here is Psycho Mantis,and I'm sure you all know why.
    In the end,despite it being a bit archaic,you can't go wrong playing this game,if just for how often it actively blows your mind.It's something very few games can boast,and it's what elevates Metal Gear Solid above the likes of Half Life or Ocarina of time.    … Expand
  70. ZankEraux
    Apr 18, 2016
    9
    Un juego mágico que divierte hasta el final, el cual es dificil de llegar pues este juego es muy dificil y largo, por lo que lo hace solo para amantes del género y de los retos. También posee unos gráficos muy agradables, sin sentir casi el paso del tiempo.
    Un juego muy recomendable, pero que es solo apto para los que les guste el género.
  71. Vallinaalex
    Jun 1, 2017
    9
    Metal gear solid es uno de los mejores juegos que jamas he jugado. Es un juego perfecto en todos los aspectos, sobretodo en la historia y en las espectaculares cinemáticas y la jugabilidad ha envejecido muy bien.
  72. KayVen17
    Jan 4, 2017
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 92/100
    Mein User Score = 9/10    … Expand
  73. seanandrewthom
    Aug 13, 2016
    9
    Metal Gear Solid is without a doubt one of the best PlayStation One games of all time. It’s extremely rare for a game that’s nearly 20 years old to age so well, but Metal Gear Solid’s tense gameplay combined with a fantastic story make it an absolute joy to play, even for people who never got to experience this game when it was a new release.
  74. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    9
    Haberlo jugado en la actualidad no envejecio tan mal el juego, tiene una gran historia, gráficos potentes para la época y la banda sonora era épica, aunque la reutilizaran muchas veces a lo largo del juego.
  75. spacebear1
    May 28, 2018
    9
    Metal Gear Solid is one of the best games ever made period. The game is so well made and the story is so deep and intriguing. The main character, Solid Snake, is one of the coolest video game heroes ever. The story is amazing and the characters are likable and memorable. The graphics aren't the best but then again, this came out in 1998, so they are amazing when considering other games atMetal Gear Solid is one of the best games ever made period. The game is so well made and the story is so deep and intriguing. The main character, Solid Snake, is one of the coolest video game heroes ever. The story is amazing and the characters are likable and memorable. The graphics aren't the best but then again, this came out in 1998, so they are amazing when considering other games at the time. In the end, this is a fantastic game.… Expand
  76. Mcdaidde
    Mar 13, 2021
    9
    After ignoring the franchise for my entire life. I decided to dive in, starting with the ps1 classic. While some of the movment and hit detection has aged... not so well. The story, mechanics and surprises keep this game fresh even in 2021. Hopefully we'll see a proper remake in the near future for ps5. Until then I look forward to playing the rest of the franchise
  77. 6oni
    Oct 17, 2018
    9
    a solid game
    cold colors
    tense enviroment
    intense music
    fx
    aesthetic
    minimalist hud
    details
    bad stuff / you are immune to bullets and enemies make infinite respawn
  78. BeboFett
    Dec 19, 2018
    9
    The first Solid (although third game of the saga) is a great title. Although it's difficult to adapt to control at the beginning, and its repetitive backtracking, the gameplay ends up being a good experience. Its strong is its great history; an anti-war and political message, with the best villains, a great script for the time and very cinematic cinematics (they were already a bit long)The first Solid (although third game of the saga) is a great title. Although it's difficult to adapt to control at the beginning, and its repetitive backtracking, the gameplay ends up being a good experience. Its strong is its great history; an anti-war and political message, with the best villains, a great script for the time and very cinematic cinematics (they were already a bit long) and a good challenge. Stealth, action and drama, a classic.… Expand
  79. MasterGames
    Jan 8, 2019
    9
    The game that laid the groundwork for the stealth genre on home consoles. It deserves its own place in videogames history.
  80. TheeDannyB
    May 5, 2020
    9
    Such good memories, so many memorable moments not really seen again, sniper wolf and psycho mantis boss fights, getting merylls codec from the back of the physical case, just amazing.
  81. Super746
    Aug 20, 2020
    9
    Metal gear solid es un clasico que actualmente no se ve muy bien a nivel grafico atrapa por su gameplay y su historia
  82. mrrealperson
    Feb 15, 2020
    9
    Игра явно опережает своё время в плане режиссёрской постановки катсцен. Кодзима всегда был Кодзимой, не состоявшимся кинорежиссёром, который решил пойти в игровую индустрию. Порой кажется, что катсцен слишком много, впрочем как и во всех остальных МГС. Однако, в первой игре они смотрятся непривычно, ибо игры с первой плойки в своём большинстве не отличались даже нарративным подходом, не тоИгра явно опережает своё время в плане режиссёрской постановки катсцен. Кодзима всегда был Кодзимой, не состоявшимся кинорежиссёром, который решил пойти в игровую индустрию. Порой кажется, что катсцен слишком много, впрочем как и во всех остальных МГС. Однако, в первой игре они смотрятся непривычно, ибо игры с первой плойки в своём большинстве не отличались даже нарративным подходом, не то что кинематографичными роликами. Угловатый графон с кинематографичными катсценами смотрится не обыденно, как будто кто-то из современных гейм-дизайнеров решил сделать игровое кинцо в стиле ps1. В остальном радуют креативные пробития 4й стены, подобные которым я не встречал ни в одной игре. Рекомендую играть именно на плейстейшене, так как есть парочка моментов, придуманных специально для приставки. Сюжет не сложный, но подан так, что голова может закружиться от количества детальной информации, слишком много диалогов, не каждый игрок готов к такому. Очень много военной драматургии, так что если такое не нравится, может не зайти. Кодзима гений, но игрушки его не для всех. По атмосфере ближе к инди-художественному произведению, чем к трипл-эй казуалке, будьте внимательны!… Expand
  83. Montes6384
    Sep 16, 2020
    9
    Creo que este es un grandioso juego, su historia es interesante y sus personajes son bastantes memorables. Aún creo que MGS 3 es mejor que este juego, pero este definitivamente se lleva el segundo lugar de la saga de MGS
  84. KapralDominik
    Aug 8, 2022
    9
    Лучшая игра с PS1 по моему объективному мнению, которая дала старт (упустим времена MSX) одной из самых говорящих франшиз в истории видеоигр. Ответственно заявляю, что игра на все сто прошла проверку временем и играется сегодня также ахуенно как и и почти двадцать лет назад (тут даже сохранения чуть ли не в любой момент есть, эт прям некст ген тех лет). Сюжет завораживает и прям за душуЛучшая игра с PS1 по моему объективному мнению, которая дала старт (упустим времена MSX) одной из самых говорящих франшиз в истории видеоигр. Ответственно заявляю, что игра на все сто прошла проверку временем и играется сегодня также ахуенно как и и почти двадцать лет назад (тут даже сохранения чуть ли не в любой момент есть, эт прям некст ген тех лет). Сюжет завораживает и прям за душу берет (пара моментов чуть слезу не выдавила, не каждая игра у меня так далеко заходит), а геймплейно MGS дал старт поколению стелс игр и тут все его законы не устарели, плюс его провал не считается фатальным в большинстве случаев и можно всех перестрелять. Велико и шедевриально; Оценка: 9.… Expand
  85. dA_kOr
    May 20, 2020
    9
    Eines der Spiele, die den Kauf der PlayStation 1 rechtfertigten.
    Auch heute noch, trotz der eingestaubten Optik, ein mitreißendes Spielerlebnis.
    Tipp: Vor dem Start eines neuen Spiels, lohnt sich ein Blick in das Briefing.
  86. TheHylianDragon
    May 3, 2022
    9
    An absolute masterclass in storytelling and action-stealth gameplay. Wonderful level design, lovable characters and some of the best boss fights in all of gaming. The controls have dated quite a bit, but don't let that distract you from the fact that this is one of the best gaming experiences out there.
  87. VishalPatel
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    One of the greatest games from my childhood.

    MGS was one of the first games to popularise storytelling in games and movie like cutscenes. This isn't to say that is the only reason the game was great. The gameplay, shooting mechanics and stealth gameplay were groundbreaking back in 1998. The story, even today, is so immersive and leaving you wanting more. If you get a chance to    One of the greatest games from my childhood.

    MGS was one of the first games to popularise storytelling in games and movie like cutscenes.

    This isn't to say that is the only reason the game was great. The gameplay, shooting mechanics and stealth gameplay were groundbreaking back in 1998.

    The story, even today, is so immersive and leaving you wanting more. If you get a chance to play this game give it a whirl. Of course graphically it doesn't hold up today but for the story alone you will be entertained.

    Pros:
    gameplay mechanics such as stealth elements being brand new in gaming at the time.
    immersive story
    good array of weaponry

    Cons:
    graphics in todays world aren't great at all
    without playing MG1 and 2 from the 80s some story elements may get lost on you
    can be convoluted at times    … Expand
  88. Anonime
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    Great game to play yes or yes once in your life. To be of the first psx it is graphically impressive. Its characters are very well designed in every way. The story that started a whole great game saga and powered kojima more. Must play.
  89. Alex_Stone
    Jul 17, 2023
    9
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  90. Hevox
    May 16, 2023
    9
    Metal Gear Solid is a masterpiece.
    The graphics, the gameplay, the storyline, the music we almost touch the perfection.
  91. emilyratesgames
    Jul 3, 2021
    9
    Score: 9
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  92. punkblud
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    Incredibly unique, original, and unforgettable, this game is one of a kind and will always be a classic. The gameplay, the voice acting, the plot, and the concept, this game caught lightning in a bottle and its clear why it spawned a cult fanbase and several (great) sequels and spinoffs. The only flaws I could find weere trivial aspects of the late game like backtracking and artificialIncredibly unique, original, and unforgettable, this game is one of a kind and will always be a classic. The gameplay, the voice acting, the plot, and the concept, this game caught lightning in a bottle and its clear why it spawned a cult fanbase and several (great) sequels and spinoffs. The only flaws I could find weere trivial aspects of the late game like backtracking and artificial game lengtheners.… Expand
  93. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    9
    Cuando los videojuegos pasaron a ser arte. Lástima de la tosquedad hoy en día a nivel jugable, pocos juegos han sido más revolucionaros. Kojima solo por esto siempre será leyenda.
  94. Geronimo33
    Apr 30, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metal Gear Solid, what a video game. I wasn't a gamer back in 1998 to have the honour of playing video games like Half-Life or MGS, but i understand and respect their impact and legacy. The first time that i played metal gear solid, i wasn't that intrigued by it but as i continued and as the story opened up more i found myself in a string of conspiracies and relationships. Just like Half-Life, Metal Gear solid has the beautiful balance of story and action in it but also like Half-Life it introduced something to gaming, Half-Life introduced Scripted moments and MGS introduced the subject of choice in video games. The idea of killing them or sneaking past them. Unlike other games of those era MGS graphics kinda bring it down a little bit, because the game is relied on character interactions and dialog and it can sure enjoy the benefit of being remade.… Expand
  95. dimasic01
    Nov 20, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very interesting gameline . It's beginning one of the best games all history!!! In its genre it's the best game . But there are problems : for example it's not very good shooting , also it's not very good control .… Expand
  96. spiderconker
    Nov 15, 2021
    9
    metal gear solid de ps1 é um jogo que ainda impressiona hoje em dia, sua historia é muito boa e muito EPICA as musicas são interesantes contendo musicas muito boas e marcantes e outras nem tanto, a jogabilidade é boa e da pra jogar sem muitos problemas até hoje em dia, os bosses são muito divertidos de enfrentar e eles são bem marcantes e cada um tem um jeito diferente de enfrentar, é ummetal gear solid de ps1 é um jogo que ainda impressiona hoje em dia, sua historia é muito boa e muito EPICA as musicas são interesantes contendo musicas muito boas e marcantes e outras nem tanto, a jogabilidade é boa e da pra jogar sem muitos problemas até hoje em dia, os bosses são muito divertidos de enfrentar e eles são bem marcantes e cada um tem um jeito diferente de enfrentar, é um jogo bom recomendo a todos dar uma chance e principalmente se voce gosta de jogos com historias epicas… Expand
  97. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    I was a young teen when i played this and it shocked me so much. The plot, the characters, the gameplay... are just unique and amazing.
  98. MiguelJ.
    Nov 8, 2006
    8
    I would have given it a 7.5. Great game and definately one of the best of time.That being said it was NOT the best of time and calling it so simply isn't right.It was a really cool game that gave us something that we never experianced before but since then it has been overrated by all the top reviewers. It's like they want to make it greater than it was and EGM has especially I would have given it a 7.5. Great game and definately one of the best of time.That being said it was NOT the best of time and calling it so simply isn't right.It was a really cool game that gave us something that we never experianced before but since then it has been overrated by all the top reviewers. It's like they want to make it greater than it was and EGM has especially been on MGS's nuts ever since.… Expand
  99. drlowdon
    Feb 17, 2013
    8
    One of the most imaginative and original games of its era only let down slightly by the longer than necessary cut-scenes. Nowadays you’d be better off buying the Twin Snakes remake on the Gamecube but this easily ranks amongst the greatest PSone title and is arguably still the best in the series.
  100. mrnice
    Sep 9, 2016
    8
    Varied stealth campaign with many fresh ideas, even compared to new games. Next to the campaign there's also small stealth puzzles where all other aspects than the stealth encounter have been removed. Unlockables provide some appeal for extra playthroughs. The story is pretty interesting and sets up characters for the next games. However, most of it is retold in MGS 2 if you're willing toVaried stealth campaign with many fresh ideas, even compared to new games. Next to the campaign there's also small stealth puzzles where all other aspects than the stealth encounter have been removed. Unlockables provide some appeal for extra playthroughs. The story is pretty interesting and sets up characters for the next games. However, most of it is retold in MGS 2 if you're willing to read a huge text file (and then an even longer one that simulates an actual book about MGS 1 story).… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

3
#3 Best PS1 Game of 1998
1
#1 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1998
3
#3 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1998

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. GMR Magazine
    100
    A cinematic classic. [Feb 2003, p.97]
  2. Gamestyle
    100
    It is literally full of those 'classic' moments that are all too rare these days. Whether it's the first time your footprints are discovered, the first time you perform a stealth kill, finding out the identity of the 'Ninja', solving the method of defeating Psycho Mantis, obtaining the camera and seeking out your first 'ghost'... there are so many classic memories.
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  3. Total Video Games
    100
    This game is full of surprises and you never know what is going to happen, and that is a very good thing.
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