Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots (PS3)

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MGS4 Review

By Tom Orry - 16/06/2008 - 8:20am GMT

Metal Gear Solid 4 had a lot to live up to and it's done so brilliantly. It will go down in history as one of the most ambitious and cinematic ever made.

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Posted at 13:32 on 18 June 2008
Jebe	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post @slug LOOOL I`ve played every MG title, in fact I`ve played them all in the past week, and while they are not perfect it`s certainly much better than boom f.. blox (I own both wii and x360). Reviewers must remain consistent..MG is more like a movie, ok , splinter cell mechanics are much better but MG creates a bond with players..well boom blox LOOOL. Those casual gamers instead of staying at home on wii fit should go to the street and actually do some real exercise not with dumb f... NES dolls apperance. Reply

Posted at 20:19 on 18 June 2008
alert	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post graphics look weak Reply

Posted at 02:47 on 19 June 2008
Sylencer	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post Sorry fellas, but MGS4 has some of the worst dialogue I have seen in a game for awhile. As far as graphics and gameplay go its a stellar game... but stop ignoring the elephant in the room. If we don't start telling developers we are tired of cheesey dialogue they will just think they can get away with it. The overall storyline is good and the interweaving of plots from all the MGs was well done. But the dialogue would probably make an 8 yr old cringe. Maybe if the cutscenes had been shortened or edited better and someone mainlined some style into the dialogue. But hearing two characters asking each other too marry them just about had me laughing and cringing all at the same time. And thats just one example. Reply

Posted at 18:12 on 19 June 2008
someone	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post sigh ive finished the game twice so far, 778 kills not enough (drebin points + exploring.....) on the 2nd run? I prefer this type of game rather than CoD4 because of the indepth storyline. Infact that digital information is now getting censored (ACTA anyone?), it is also relevant towards todays society. Now, if you want to kill and blow up things, join the army or something. I have no time for ***heads that feel that single player games should be* blowing things up and achieving the highest kill count. Many games have strayed into frag fests that it leaves no opportunity for plot. I think MGS series as an interactive movie rather than a game. MGS3: Subsistance movie anyone? Also the Metal Gear came out in 1987, 21 years it took from start to finish. Alot to cover in one game. Oh yeah, if i started playing mgs1 in ~1997 when i was 11 and i understood the entire plot....but saying that, it isnt expected for someone to jump into mgs4 and understand whats is happening. Starting with Metal Gear, then Metal Gear 2 (havent played either, my eyes cry blood). MGS1 is a major part of the entire storyline and it is increasing rare to find a copy these days. mgs2 needed some reference to mgs1 but is important to mgs4. MGS3 on the otherhand is crucial to MGS4 as it explains everything. Therefore mgs4 is intended for fans of the series. Each game is relevant to another and playing these games before MGS4 is really, really touching and nostalgic (to those who have played that part). Especially when you last played it almost a decade ago. Bottom line is, you like it or not. Don't like it cause of its lack of action? CoD4 awaits you, but MGS4 knows no limits, and that is why its what it is, a game that you cannot forget because of its storyline. Its interaction with characters and the world allow for something more than a game. Reply

Posted at 18:30 on 19 June 2008
thatguy	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post grats ps3 you finally have a good game Reply

Posted at 22:48 on 20 June 2008
Shader	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post @ thatguy Sigh, I don't usual bite to trollbait, but anyway... Resistance, Motorstorm, Uncharted, Ratchet and Clank Future, Warhawk, COD4, GTA4, Burnout Paradise, GT5:P, Stardust HD, Everybody's Golf, Folklore, Heavenly Sword etc. Yes I know some of them are multiplatform but they still are GOOD GAMES ON THE PS3. And before you say "LOL all the exclusive games are crap", you're opinion doesn't matter until you've played them, which I highly doubt you have. And MGS4 for GOTY. Reply

Posted at 00:46 on 23 June 2008
Handwipe	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post I just finished the game about 10 min ago, and I think the review is pretty solid. The graphics are good but not that amazing. I was a lot more impressed with Gears of War two years ago. The story is unequaled though. This game is such a crazy cinematic experience. Everyone who calls themselves gamers should play through it just to see what all the hype is about. The cut-scenes are really top-notch and set the bar for all future story-driven games. And the action in the set-piece battles are just mind-blowing. Having said that, it is a stretch to call MGS4 a videogame. It's more like a 20 hour interactive movie. The reviewer states that the last third of the game does not have much gameplay in relation to cutscenes but in reality only the first couple acts of the game have any actual lengthy gameplay bits. I won't spoil anything but from the start of the last act to the end of the game contains literally about 20-30 mins of gameplay including boss battles and maybe about 2 hours of cutscenes. There were 3 times during the game that I had to pause the cutscene and take a nap because my eyes were getting too heavy and I didn't want to miss any important parts of the story. The acting wasn't that great either, with the cutscenes getting increasingly more over-acted and sappy towards the end of the game. Sometimes it was really pathetic. But they make up for it with amazing action sequences and some cut-scenes that are more fun to watch than movies. I found myself disappointed when they ended and I had to play again because the gameplay in MGS4 is honestly not very good. It doesn't even come close to competing with other next-gen games in the gameplay department. Playing was more of a chore than fun. Overall it was worth the time I put in and I think everyone should experience it, at least rent it. Just make sure you have pop-corn ready before hand and don't expect much of a game. Report Reply

Posted at 14:45 on 23 June 2008
DanteUY	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post I"m sorry, just what kind of mind-blowing visuals were you expecting? Every rock, every bombed-out building, even the blades of grass and tall weeds you can hide in were flawless and realistic. Physics of characters, vehicles, even the fact that when you go from a bright to a dark environment it takes a moment or two to have Snake's eyes adjust to the change. Those "laborious" cut scenes also yield rewards-- hidden views, flashbacks that net more Drebin points if you're on your toes... clearly you are one of those that fall into the "God, why can't I skip the story and just kill things" player. If that's your way of thinking, then please, go back to your CoD and GoW. You're not welcome in a storyteller's paradise. ********* This guy knows his shit, unlike the reviewer. Reply

Posted at 01:43 on 28 June 2008
ehutch	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post there are NO frame rate issues in mgs4 and the textures are impressive. this is the best looking game ever to grace a console period. the dialogue is a bit long winded but i am really enjoying this game. i was initially put off by the news of long cut scenes and almost passed up on the purchase but the story is great although confusing, production values are through the roof, this game is really something special. i wigh it were longer though. anyone criticizing the graphics are just a JEALOUS XBOT FANBOY. thats a fact. Reply

Posted at 07:08 on 04 July 2008
COLE ZOBEL	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post WHY IS THERE NO TALK ABOUT MGS4/ONLINE PLAY? Reply

Posted at 15:00 on 24 July 2008
Final_Rpg	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post You gave Halo a 10? But not this? You shouldn't be allowed to have a keyboard. Honestly, don't review games anymore, your not worthy. I'm still in awe to how bias you are. Seems every game that deserves a 10 is either multiplatform or on 360. Your pathetic, no respect for true masterpieces. Gameplay an 8? 20 hour experience plus MGO sounds like infinite replay value to me. Reply

Posted at 10:12 on 05 August 2008
CJW	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post Mgs 4 is mint best game i have ever played great great great !!!! it rocks Reply

Posted at 10:16 on 05 August 2008
CJW	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post METAL GEAR SOLID 4 IS MINT MINT MINT MGS ONLINE ALSO ROCKS PS3 BEST GAME BY MILES Reply

Posted at 16:08 on 05 October 2008
Yup	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post Someone said Gears looks better? Are you joking? There's a little thing called variety...MGS4 has it, and Gears is almost entirely composed of one color. Reply

Posted at 09:15 on 22 November 2008
Ra1den	0 0 In response to Article » Go to 's original post It's a huge game.there is no doubt in it. world of gow2 is just more detailed than gow1. Mgs4's best on PS3Last edited on Sat 22 November 2008 by Rogue Soul Report Reply