Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes

 Xbox One
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  1. RevWynn85
    Mar 19, 2014
    7
    In a world where DLCs run upwards to 15-20 dollars, this would have been an easy 10 for such a price. The gameplay, presentation, graphics (for the story mode - the day time graphics seemed to be a clear step down) were top notch. The story seems to be setting up nicely though (and as much as I braced myself for this) was embarrassingly and shamefully too short. The replay value is aIn a world where DLCs run upwards to 15-20 dollars, this would have been an easy 10 for such a price. The gameplay, presentation, graphics (for the story mode - the day time graphics seemed to be a clear step down) were top notch. The story seems to be setting up nicely though (and as much as I braced myself for this) was embarrassingly and shamefully too short. The replay value is a redeeming factor though still not enough to warrant a 30 dollar price tag. Metal Gear Solid V is going to be the 2015 game of the year (it looks to be from this game) and this game would have been an easy 10 by charging 19.99 or less...but it gets a 7 because 29.99 is just a too far fetched money grab.… Expand
  2. JoshLuck1995
    Sep 10, 2014
    7
    Please note, this is not a full game its certainly a demo, picked it up for £17.99, for that i think its slightly over priced but its a gorgeous game, and £10 would be more suitable price. Its good for people looking for achivements and to pass a hour or two. 7/10
  3. Lycria
    Dec 22, 2014
    6
    Ground Zeroes is a nice little backstory on the upcoming Phantom Pain. You play as Big Boss/Naked Snake as you infiltrate a base to get back 2 operatives of motherbase. As the missions progresses you start to realize things may not go the way you planned.

    The game is a nice little taste of the new up and coming MGS V Phantom Pain, though its not by itself a standalone game. This is at    Ground Zeroes is a nice little backstory on the upcoming Phantom Pain. You play as Big Boss/Naked Snake as you infiltrate a base to get back 2 operatives of motherbase. As the missions progresses you start to realize things may not go the way you planned.

    The game is a nice little taste of the new up and coming MGS V Phantom Pain, though its not by itself a standalone game. This is at best a 15 dollar DLC, not a 30 dollar stand alone.

    While playing though the first mission i thought the game was actually done pretty well. Its classic MGS style gameplay. Big boss brings a few new toys (even more in Phantom Pain) to get the job done, and they have switched from the classic gun pickup style for more realistic 2 guns and a pistol.

    At the end of the mission i actually thought it was a great game, till i realized that all missions take place in the same boxed off area. Each mission takes you back to do different objectives during different times of the day, but always to the same area. You would think they would wise up and know you are coming.

    This game is fun, but as a 5-15 dollar DLC, not a full blown 30 dollar game. The game is a tech demo for the new MGS V game, but not in its own right a full game. The game does not even include many of the new game like your prosthetic arm and the all new buddy system, the game is only to show off the graphics of the game, which in my opinion is not worth 30 dollars. The game should of been released with MGS V as a 5-15 dollar DLC or Day One edition of the full game.

    Overall the game is fun, and it is worth a pickup at 15 dollars or less. The main mission is a good addition to the story and the submissions are fun even if they all take place in the same area. It will give you a good feel of the full game that is to be released next year.

    6/10    … Expand
  4. Thegodfatherson
    Mar 20, 2014
    7
    And just when you thought that Konami was falling.... They released MGSVGZ, a bland but fun stealth adventure game which is a long demo. Rent it and you will have fun.
  5. chemicalreaper
    Mar 18, 2014
    5
    It's a really nice looking piece of trash, but it's still trash. I feel completely ripped off by Konami and, as a result, will not be giving them any money for The Phantom Pain.
  6. wesjt2006
    Mar 20, 2014
    5
    I've seen people call this an "extended demo", which takes 1-3 hours to complete. Nope, just a normal demo that takes 15-30 minutes to complete: tranquilize 5 guards, rescue a prisoner, tranquilize 5 more guards, rescue another prisoner, then tranquilize 2 or 3 more guards and game over. To it's credit, it does have a few extra side missions, but they have nothing to do with the story andI've seen people call this an "extended demo", which takes 1-3 hours to complete. Nope, just a normal demo that takes 15-30 minutes to complete: tranquilize 5 guards, rescue a prisoner, tranquilize 5 more guards, rescue another prisoner, then tranquilize 2 or 3 more guards and game over. To it's credit, it does have a few extra side missions, but they have nothing to do with the story and take place in the same tiny map. They feel pointless. It's just sneaking the same guards on the same map, but to reach a different target.

    I've seen some critics call the map a "sprawling military base". Nope. It's about the size of 2 or 3 CoD maps put together. As far as gameplay goes, the controls feel a little clumsy and the camera absolutely sucks at times, mostly in tight spaces.

    I'm probably trashing it too much. It's still a pretty fun MGS game, but it really should have been a free demo instead of a $30 title, even if that meant not including the side missions.    … Expand
  7. readbeard
    Mar 19, 2014
    6
    Ground Zeroes is fantastic! The controls feel very smooth though it's similar to previous MGS games. As far as gameplay, the shooting is just like MGS4, and CQC is just like Peace Walker only it looks cooler. There is great replay value and 5 other missions you can play but it all takes place on the same map; however, it took me under an hour to beat just the main mission and around aGround Zeroes is fantastic! The controls feel very smooth though it's similar to previous MGS games. As far as gameplay, the shooting is just like MGS4, and CQC is just like Peace Walker only it looks cooler. There is great replay value and 5 other missions you can play but it all takes place on the same map; however, it took me under an hour to beat just the main mission and around a half hour each for 4 other missions. So, unless you like to figure out different ways to approach your goal and experiment, you won't like this.

    TLDR; Buy it if you're a MGS fan or if you like stealth/action games. If you worry about value, wait until the price drops.    … Expand
  8. wesker2012
    Mar 20, 2014
    6
    A solid intro to what looks to be an incredible new exciting entry into the metal gear franchise. The ending really had me pumped for The Phantam Pain. Can't wait for Snake to get some revenge now.
  9. McGillotine
    Aug 13, 2015
    6
    Usually for Japanese video game productions, they work for me as either a hit or a miss for me, with most productions starting strong, to which they fall apart around the 5th milked out entry in the series, for example, Resident evil 5. When Metal gear solid ground zeroes reached games with gold, i had honestly no idea what to think about it, with cynicism already engraved into my mind dueUsually for Japanese video game productions, they work for me as either a hit or a miss for me, with most productions starting strong, to which they fall apart around the 5th milked out entry in the series, for example, Resident evil 5. When Metal gear solid ground zeroes reached games with gold, i had honestly no idea what to think about it, with cynicism already engraved into my mind due to the opinions of others. I figured that i would discover what the big fuss was about considering the main game is being released in September and the fact i can do what ever the hell i feel like. To begin with the game is great, "but then why are you giving a 6, Mr. McGillotine" "well let me explain Billy before people hop on me like white on rice, for not making any sense". The game is great and i will say that proudly, however it isn't worth much money and sets a terrible standard for the future of video game titles, because it is short, very much short and that is probably the worst factor of this game acting as an Achilles heel against the gem that the game truly is. for a game-play perspective, things look beautiful and runs wonderful which cant be said about most other games at the moment, the A.I is well directed and player freedom is exciting. the story is short, however manages to collectively create an effective beginning, middle and end ground creating an exciting narrative and context for a game that i can now say am anticipated for the phantom pain. Overall is it worth your money, not really, is it worth your time however, if you got it cheap or for free, most definately… Expand
  10. SimpleSnake6
    Jul 3, 2014
    5
    Let me start out by listing everything I liked about this game: It has beautiful gameplay, wonderful graphics, and it overall is a lot more smooth than previous Metal Gear games.
    That being said, this was not a game, it was a demo. It really needs to be said, previous Metal Gear games have had cutscenes longer than entire length of the main game here. It seemed promising at first, showing    Let me start out by listing everything I liked about this game: It has beautiful gameplay, wonderful graphics, and it overall is a lot more smooth than previous Metal Gear games.
    That being said, this was not a game, it was a demo. It really needs to be said, previous Metal Gear games have had cutscenes longer than entire length of the main game here. It seemed promising at first, showing several spots in the main menu for several missions, but in under half an hour, you're told that they are simply slots for what amount to side quests on the same map.
    The map is of decent size, and at least offers a good amount of replayability for it, but it still doesn't really justify the cost of this game. $30-40 is an awful lot to pay for what amounts to a large demo with a trailer attached for the Phantom Pain. It really ends up feeling like this should have been a $10 download only game at best, and a free demo at worst.    … Expand
  11. xRAIDER34x
    Apr 16, 2015
    7
    Like most I expected a longer prequel for the money but the game looks and plays beautifully. 0, really, just not true im just as upset about the length as anyone else but its at least an 8 or a 9 the reason for the 7 is I wanted more and I was mad when I got bored playing it. just wait for phantom pain metal gear fans the future is exciting ground zeroes was a fun little reveal aroundLike most I expected a longer prequel for the money but the game looks and plays beautifully. 0, really, just not true im just as upset about the length as anyone else but its at least an 8 or a 9 the reason for the 7 is I wanted more and I was mad when I got bored playing it. just wait for phantom pain metal gear fans the future is exciting ground zeroes was a fun little reveal around the corner.… Expand
  12. breakbacon
    Apr 4, 2017
    6
    On the one hand it is a fantastic experience and ties a lot of the most important plot elements of the subsequent Phantom Pain. On the other hand it is criminally short. Seeing that it is now at bargain box prices I would add a few extra points for every $5 you can save.
  13. RyuFujiwara
    Apr 16, 2016
    6
    El precio de salida del juego me pareció realmente desorbitado. La politica actual de dlc, expansiones y contenido extras está matando a la industria. Considero que este capitulo deberia haber estado incluido dentro de The Phantom Pain o salir a un precio de 10-15€. En cuanto al juego como tal es soberbio, siendo el mejor metal gear solid en lo que a jugabilidad se refiere. Por contraEl precio de salida del juego me pareció realmente desorbitado. La politica actual de dlc, expansiones y contenido extras está matando a la industria. Considero que este capitulo deberia haber estado incluido dentro de The Phantom Pain o salir a un precio de 10-15€. En cuanto al juego como tal es soberbio, siendo el mejor metal gear solid en lo que a jugabilidad se refiere. Por contra completar el juego al 100% tan solo te costará 12-15 horas.… Expand
  14. irbegui
    Sep 10, 2017
    7
    para ser un demo su precio es muy alto, muy poco contenido, da buenas sensaciones este metal gear aunque sinceramente siento que su precio de salida fue demasiado alto, en 6 minutos acabas el juego.
  15. Mauriciojw
    Dec 16, 2020
    7
    MGS V Ground Zeros introduces us to new gameplay mechanics and a new set of characters, that would only be fully developed on the Phantom Pain. The light affects and the stealth action are awesome, a real refinement from previous entries in the series. But the map of camp Omega is very small, and there's only one main mission. It's a good game, with a lot of extra content, but it shouldn'tMGS V Ground Zeros introduces us to new gameplay mechanics and a new set of characters, that would only be fully developed on the Phantom Pain. The light affects and the stealth action are awesome, a real refinement from previous entries in the series. But the map of camp Omega is very small, and there's only one main mission. It's a good game, with a lot of extra content, but it shouldn't be selled at full price, just has a free demo.… Expand
  16. churros
    Mar 20, 2022
    7
    Pros:
    + good graphics
    + good controls
    + great voice acting
    + cassette tapes

    Cons:
    - too short
    - lacks variety
    - confusing story if you didn't play peace walker
    - big boss voice actor change
  17. storygamer
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    Disclaimer: Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes is not a full game. It`s more like an appetizer for the shortly after released Phantom Pain. Very short but exciting playtime and kind of a preparer for the great adventures in its successor. Hardcore MGS and stealth fans should check this one out because story and gameplay are excellent.
  18. neomoonsevin
    Apr 10, 2023
    7
    An ok game Keith Sutherland sucked as snakes voice didn't suit at all but I still purchased this and the other game
  19. sniffany
    Mar 4, 2023
    7
    The gameplay is incredibly solid but no way in hell this should have been a stand alone release its a rip off

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#38 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
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#22 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
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#55 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 28, 2014
    80
    The coolest stealth game in months, maybe even years – and not only for MGS fans. It shows how good MGS V: The Phantom Pain will be. [05/2014, p.56]
  2. Impulsegamer
    Apr 7, 2014
    70
    If you're a fan of this series, you'll probably be picking this up but for newcomers, it may be a difficult choice!
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  3. AusGamers
    Apr 1, 2014
    70
    It’s a terrific little package brimming with options to replay, but it’s not a large play-space by any measure, and there’s not a huge amount of variation on scenery or tone. This one boils down to preference...Just hurry up with The Phantom Pain already, Hideo.
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