Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain Review - IGN

IGN reviews Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.

[velocitygamer]

And it goes out with a bang.

[RpgSama]

So, I guess it's good?, hahahaha.

Kojima went out of Konami with a mic drop! AWESOME!!.

[Enemy]

The review doesn't really make sense. They seem to criticize the story and still give it a 10. Hype creates yet another weird review, I guess.

@ Below: Yeah, the same happened with MGS4, though that game was actually a 10 for me. Maybe this will be too. I'll buy it used, since I'm not giving Konami any money. They already paid Kojima, thankfully. They won't get a penny from me ever again.

[mikeslemonade]

meh.. I will get it but Bloodborne still the true game of the year.

[DLConspiracy]

@boundtoscale

"10/10 doesn't mean a perfect game with no flaws or weak points, read the ign score scale."

I don't know how IGN does their scoring but a 10/10 technically is a perfect score anywhere. Otherwise it would be a 9.5/10. So it is a little conflicting. Even if I am excited for the game.

[XBLSkull]

Lol 10/10. I don't doubt that the game is great but really?

"cut scenes were sparse and brief"

Hell yes, I knew this was going to be the best game of the series. Real excited to play now.

[Kleptic]

I'm a huge MGS fan, and even with that said...

the EXACT same problems popped up with MGS4 back in 2008...it scored perfectly, yet has what the reviewer calls problems...MGS4 being too many cut scenes iirc..

in either case, it just overall shows that scores given to games are pointless...the score attempts to give objectivity to a subjective opinion that is impossible to justify regardless of what the reviewer or website tries to say...

they love to say its 'perfect' in a numerical sense, but then say 'nothing is perfect, and it depends what else is available at the time of release' in writing...undermining all of the critical credibility of the entire thing...Its the main flaw of gaming as entertainment, and the media platforms associated with the industry...People love to say a 'great game is a great game' regardless of visuals, regardless of technical prowess, and that its all art, gameplay, and everyone being happy...but...then cop out with how everything above does matter for the numbers, because they still salivate about the visuals, salivate about the technical prowess, and flip out about how technically advanced every 'new' game is...

in the end...they can't have it both ways...and their system remains a bad joke a decade later...

but, whatever...I'm glad its 'perfect'. MGS4 remains one of the single greatest single player games i've ever experience...Even with IGN declaring MGS4 as a 'masterpiece', which by definition CAN NOT be improved on given the context of a single artist...Kojima having made a second masterpiece...i guess its an outlier, and not worth worrying about...

[Muerte2494]

Adam Boyes is killing it over there for Sony in securing high-profiled AAA games. Watchdogs, Destiny, Batman Arkham Knight, and now Metal Gear V. EU and JPN are getting the red PS4 bundles. This games will sell regardless of which platform is on. I'm sure it will become and standard for benchmarking GFX cards on PC. As for consoles this will definitely move the needle in Sony favor again running at a native 1080p. Can't wait for this game guys. I'll also be on MGO when it's released a month later.

[bouzebbal]

Bloodborne and now MGS5, 2015 has been one hell of a ride!

[Gazondaily]

Solid (hehe) review. I'm a bit disappointed about what I'm hearing about the story mind you. The thing about MGS games is the story that really lingers on in my head once I complete them.

Anyway, Ill make up my own mind about it but I can't wait!

[Maddens Raiders]

@skull

Just go home m8. No one wants to listen to your constant stealth troll drivel and your want-to-sound-intelligent-and- seem-objective-whilst-all-the-w hile-providing-quasi-truthful-y et-slanted opinions of your gf the MS corporation and her products. Just go, hurry and run along now, it's almost bed time and the acts up.

OT -

Day one of course. Review or no damn review.

[RedDevils]

This will be the last good MGS that worth playing. From here on the next MGS will be downward since Kojima will no longer there

[fermcr]

Hummm... this game is getting average scores. /s

[sactownlawyer916]

I wonder which site will be the first to troll and give it a 6.

[Vanfernal]

@sactolawyer916

Probably someone like Jim Sterling

[ZombieKiller]

@fermcr: Actually this is kinda average for a MGS games score. These games are a cut above the rest even with flaws.

... And XBLSkull do you ever get ANY agrees? Maybe you're commenting on the wrong site....

[Grap]

Defnitlay the game is great but i don't know about ign they are MGS fanboys. So maybe they are a little bias, anyway i don't care the game is good and day one for sure.

[boodi]

gamespot' another fanboys?..
and more 10/10 to come .. i guess the game will get very high scores all across the globe..

[OB1Biker]

Scores are ridiculous these days. I usually find GI reviews more spot on IMO. Definitely a great game though and one to remain in my HD for a long long time.

[KurtRussell]

CoD's and MGS' get 9,10 but Alien isolation gets 6. Ofc they are fanboys and biased. But MGSV deserves atleast 8, probably even 9 from what i've seen in Ground Zeroes and trailers (10 is a bit overkill imo since i would rate that high few games, if any at all). Anyway, IGN and Gaymspot are the last sources i would look for an opinion on anything.

[StrawberryDiesel420]

It's gonna be even better than MGS4! First Gears of War Remaster on XBone then MGS5 on PS4 a few days later. I shall be busy over the next few weeks.

[Scottyxboxoneandps4]

@StrawberryDiesel420
Agreed. It's awesome being a multi-console gamer. This game is gonna be great fun!!!

[Haru]

Too bad to hear that the story isnt so great, but i expected so much

[Name Last Name]

After reading a few reviews it seems that gameplay is heavily favored over story. A lot of the story is hidden away in audio logs just like in Ground Zeroes. A pity, since the story is my favorite part of MGS.

[Bathyj]

Gameplay was always my favourite part, and Im glad Metal Gear has finally evolved with modern controls and camera. Ground Zero was great, despite all the whining about its length. Funny how much complaining there was about this "demo" yet I've played over 30 hours on it, more than many full retail games I enjoyed.

[CaptainObvious878]

Thank you to all the casuals, like xblskull, that have no love for the MGS universe and complained there were too many amazing cut scenes that actually showed character depth and exposition.

You could have just used the skip button, but no, because of your dude bro attitude that was too much for you and now I'm left with a game that seems to have next to know narrative.

And now the real fans of the franchise have to suffer.

[scark92]

Yeah, I would love long ass cutscenes!

[Dario_DC]

Agree 10000%! The cut scenes are the soul of MGS universe and the gameplay is the heart.
I'm very concearned about the " Sparse story"... I'm sick and tired of open world games that have a "sparse story"! -Just go here do this, go there do that- Here's a little bit of story, now, rinse and repeat! This is the reason why I didn't finish Farcry4, no decent story whatsoever....
Hope MGS5 story is still strong, because if it's mostly on audio files I'm gonna be mad!

[Stringerbell]

Or we could blame Kojima / Konami for not having a backbone and caving in to what these 'casuals' wanted. Just a thought.

[CaptainObvious878]

"...the fact that she’s also required to be a lust-object is disappointing."

Sigh... You just had to insert your ideology, didn't you. I wonder if you really believe that or if it's just lip service to please the corrupt gaming media.

Maybe you could explain to me why having a lust object as a plot device is so disappointing? Why is is death ok? Why is killing and exploiting and stocking up on nuclear devices ok? Hell, why is children soldiers ok.

Thrusting a gun in a 10 year olds hands and forcing him to kill to fine in a narrative is perfectly fine, but as soon as a woman shows a bit of cleavage, OH NO! We can't have that!

But on a happier note, can't wait to play this game!

[OB1Biker]

Agreed
The gaming media still have a long way to go I'm afraid.

[generic-user-name]

How do these people survive going to a beach and seeing women in bikinis?

[MoveTheGlow]

From reading the review, I feel like this writer saw it as a cliche that was out of place. Kinda like if you saw a new cop movie that really immersed you in its unique world, only to suddenly hear from the main cop that he's one day away from retirement, and hear the villain say "We're not so different, you and I," word for word. It's like "oh great, here we go again with the compulsory butt shot" or whatever.

That said, MGS is a franchise featuring heavy cliches, often from movies that were made within its timeline. This isn't out of place in an 80s espionage thriller in the least, and I don't think it's out of place here. In Snake Eater, there was Eva, and she was completely thematic because it was a Bond flick-influenced game.

Particularly miffed writers will say that it doesn't matter - the theme should have been different, or it should have been altered or subverted so women are treated equally (heck, he's saying Quiet is the best character, so is that a subversion anyway?). I don't really see this as a problem in MGS - there's precedent in the past games. Then again, I'm a dude who's played games for 30 years, so my perspective doesn't apply to everyone. YMMV, basically, but this game looks GOOD.

[Magicite]

Konami has lost their BEST asset, Kojima.

[ASBO-5]

sadly

[umair_s51]

Finally 10/10

[Jalva]

IGN only gives perfect scores based on franchise reputation and hype, you of all people should know that Niko.

[umair_s51]

thank you pigeon

[ginsunuva]

Um... do you know what they gave MGS4?

[Snookies12]

Yesss, I can't freaking wait!! Now to go distract myself for a little over a week...

[PaleMoonDeath]

Longest.. week.. ever.

[scark92]

I know right xD

[Jaqen_Hghar]

but Until Dawn is just a day away! A man is waiting till BF for this.

[Null]

I just love how you're so committed to this character.

[Jaqen_Hghar]

first rule of being a man. Do NOT break character.

[Der_Kommandant]

I asked for vacations just for this.

[PaleMoonDeath]

Planning a "Severe stomache bug" for next week ;)

[JMaine518]

Wow! I didn't know the review embargo was up yet! This is great news!

[Vegamyster]

Loved what they've done with the gameplay in Ground Zero so I'm eagerly awaiting to jump into the full package.

[pivotplease]

Hated it. MGS4 had the best controls of the series imo. And animations too surprisingly.

[Vegamyster]

Eh, i'm playing with M&KB so i dunno how it feels on a controller.

[Captain_Wormy]

Game of The Generation! Hands down.

[Masterchief_thegoat]

just no! excellent game but gotg the gen is not even over

[Malphite]

Yeah no way of knowing for now however it'll probably be the first one of the gen to be up for discussion for gotg at the end of the gen if that makes any sense (judging by the scores so far). Witcher 3 was awesome but I doubt people will mention it for GotG in a couple of years. The next contender might be right around the corner with Fallout 4 though.

[Grap]

You didn't even played it to call it that.

[forgetmenot]

Why does this have so many disagree?

[Who]

Probably because we are only close to 2 years into this gen.

[Jaqen_Hghar]

you haven't played it yet and the generation is just getting started. You're like those guys who say how epic the DCEU is right now lol

[sullynathan]

How come people didn't get as many disagrees for saying the same for Witcher 3?

[cd1]

No such thing, it comes down to personal taste.

I've spent most of my PS4 time on The Witcher and Warthunder but i bet there are people reading this who dislike both.

[Ben Dover]

This doesn't make this dreadful wait any better >.<

[DragonDDark]

Ok.. I will definitely buy this game.
But there is something I noticed. The guy who reviewed witcher is the same guy who reviewed this and they have the same negative. Why does this get a 10 and witcher does not?
I am not hating. I really love the MGS series and I have been playing them since MGS1. And I think it's one of the best series out there.
Still can't wait for this!!!

[EazyC]

The issue may have been on a bigger scale or minor gripes that were singularly insignificant but amounted to a sizeable problem together.

[DragonDDark]

But he didn't say a PART of the story. He said the whole story. Which Is a huge part in MGS games. I really hope it's not that "sparse" :/

[Grap]

Yah that seems odd, i guess personal preference.

[Rookie_Monster]

Wow, great scores. When was the last time both IGN and Gamespot gave perfect scores to a game?

Definitely one of the best games of this gen thus far judging from the write ups. Can't wait for 3 more weeks for my PC version. Lucky console folks get to play it next week.

[C L O U D]

It's out same day no?

[Rookie_Monster]

Edit: just did a reserch and it seems they are indeed releasing it on the 1st now. Originally, I was going from previous reports srating it was the 15th.

http://www.gamespot.com/art...

I just went to the steam page, it said available on Sept 1st. So great news inseed.

[Clunkyd]

I think you're mistaking it with multiplayer, consoles get multiplayer first.

[EazyC]

Right, I acknowledge that '10' does not equate to perfection on the IGN scale but the one detractor they make note of is a huge deal to me

" - Sparse story "

10 games usually have minor niggles for the minus points, but damn...as a huge MGS fan, that's a biggie : The rich, complex story is a huge component of the MGS games, and I see that as a fundamental issue if true. We shall see though. I have noticed Sutherland's voice performance is 'laconic' to put it nicely. He must have been charging them by the letter....

Having said that, CAN. NOT. WAIT.

[Gardenia]

That's the problem with hyped games. Reviewers are afraid to criticize even if it's not perfect. I'm not going to let this get in the way of my own opinion

As for the 'laconic' performance of Kiefer Sutherland as you put it, Kojima said that this time he wanted Snake to be someone using less words and more facial expressions. Which is also the reason why he didn't used David Hayter as Snake

[solidboss07]

Why you need 1080p, to catch the subtle expressions, otherwise it might as well be a turnip running around with a gun.
Ha ha just kidding my poor XB brothers

[MoveTheGlow]

Absolutely agreed here.

When Final Fantasy jumped from linear to more open (X-XII), the storytelling took a huge hit because you had designers so used to an old style who couldn't adapt. The narrative wound up heavy in the beginning and the very end of the game, and not much in-between.

This seems to be exactly what they're indicating for MGSV - here's cinematic Kojima trying to make an open-world game, and sure enough, there are pacing issues with the plot that amount to heavy plot in the beginning and the end of the game.

And yes, open-world games can have a great narrative and plot! The Witcher 3, for crying out loud! It just takes a lot of practice, it seems.

And yeah, if they give it a 10 despite that issue, I think that's a good sign that the game's great. A few other review outlets were more keen on the plot, too, ranging from "confusing" to "We're still thinking about the issues it brings up." So... I think I'm getting this one.

[isa_scout]

Konami good luck without Kojima. Bet all those suits feel like a bunch of jackasses right about now. Kojima....He only does everything.

[pwnsause_returns]

A Hideo Kojima review score

[Scottyxboxoneandps4]

@isa_scout
Come on now. No one knows what really went on between Kojima and Konami it could be down to Kojima we just don't know...
I do think it's wrong of Konami to take his name out of it though..

[isa_scout]

I'm not just talking about him leaving. Konami disrespecting him by removing him from the box art, and not allowing press to ask questions about or even mention Kojimas name in interviews was down right distasteful. Heck, I'm still pissed we'll never get Silent Hills. Kojima was literally the last good thing about Konami as a game publisher. What do they have without him? Seems to me they should've done everything within the realm of reason to keep him satisfied.

[MoveTheGlow]

They had a "heritage survey" a while ago about what games people wanted them to bring back.

I'm wondering if Konami's going to rebuild itself from the rubble of this stupid move once their budgets are a little more free. Like, bring back the guys that made Suikoden, and make a sequel to Suikoden II, for example. Or spend far less on a much better retro-styled Castlevania than the last two. (Yes, yes, Bloodstained, I know, but look at what happened to Mighty No. 9. Anyone want Mega Man back now?)

Maybe with KojiPro gone, someone will step in and make Konami's games low-cost and profitable enough that they don't have to resort to nothing but mobile and pachinko. One can hope.

[pwnsause_returns]

BOOM

[MultiConsoleGamer]

I expect 9's and 10's across the board.

[ApolloTheBoss]

Suck it, Konami. Kojima's the one getting all the praise.

[GrimmQuiorra]

Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week. Just one more week.

Has it been a week yet?

[StormLegend]

That's what's up! i'll be picking up my copy..

[crazychris4124]

Damn this game is getting a ton of high scores. Sucks I have to wait 5-6 more weeks to play it.

[raggy-rocket]

I have never been more ashamed in my life to have never played a Metal Gear Solid game. I might try and catch up on the stories (I've got time) before picking this up though, this is a must buy from someone who's never bought one before

[PizzaSteve]

If you have a PS3 get the The Legacy Collection.

[lawgone]

I've never bought one either and this doesn't make me want to. Sure it looks good but it also looks like it's made for 13 yo boys. Dudes got like a sock or piece of metal lodged in his head, the sniper girl is wearing a bikini, and you have unlimited balloons that fly anything you want back to base. Is it supposed to be tongue in cheek or are we supposed to be taking it seriously?

[Name Last Name]

MGS is known to be goofy and dead serious at the same time.

[lawgone]

@Name Last Name - ah, I see. Maybe I'll give it a try.

[Ipunchbabiesforfun]

Never bought or played one either, right there with you.

[JackVagina]

If you dont have a PS3, you could watch the movie versions on youtube.

Although id recommend going through all the games in release order witch would take some time but the bare minimum story youd need to know before TPP would technically only be MGS3, Peace Walker and Ground Zeros. TPP is a direct sequel to these 3 prequels and features Big Boss (Naked Snake) who is the original Snake.

The other games MGS1,MGS2,MGS4 and the 8bit MSX/NES games all take place many years after TPP and follow Solid Snake who is a clone of Big Boss.

heres a playlist of the RELEASE ORDER of the entire series. The entire story is great but like i said MGS3, Peace Walker and Ground Zeros is the bare minimum needed before getting into TPP. https://www.youtube.com/pla...

[raggy-rocket]

Wish I had a ps3, always known about the collection but couldn't get it :( . Might pick up a ps3 and the collection soon as both with be pretty cheap

[PizzaSteve]

Knew it would get 10's. Just like MGS4. Kojima is the the best and so is his team. Konami stupid letting him go.

[DarXyde]

Farewell, Kojima. I can't wait to enjoy your magnum opus.

http://download.gamezone.co...

[Gatsu]

Spectacular ending to Kojima's MGS saga. Can't wait to play TPP!

[Imalwaysright]

GOTY!!

[TheHaloGuy]

Well can't wait to play this now

[PistolsAtDawn]

Sweet!!! I can't wait to play this.

[Germany7]

It's a GOTY contender for sure, looks like you did it again Kojima, can't wait to play it.

[Petebloodyonion]

I love MGS and I'm a huge fan of Kojima but I call BS on the review.
How come both GS and IGN suddenly needed to explain how nothing was script and needed to explain in all details the how they achieve their missions but you could gone a different way?

Now it's funny cause this big feature actually exist in a game call Hitman absolution but it was never mention like this in both review of Hitman.

Also both media acknowledge that the story is lacking (in a game where the story is a major point) but don't mind removing point for other game whit same flaws.

Again I'm sure the game is good and will definitively play it but giving a 10 just for the sake of a name brand smell like being bought!

[PizzaSteve]

Well the reviews were done by different people. Different people equals different opinions.

[Petebloodyonion]

And that's my point!
How come 2 different person arrive at such a striking similar review?

Both had similar style in the writing like how to proceed in a scene.
And what's more funny is I just read the Game informer review and again there's a huge stress on how you can achieve mission

In comparison to Hitman where you had similar freedom on how to accomplish your mission (and actually you are quite rewarded to experiment different method).
None of the reviewer took time to describe a scene or a plan. Usually it's just you can chose to go stealth or gun blazing.

Here it's seem like all the reviewers discover for the 1st time the ability to proceed the way you want in your mission.

I just find this a bit odd

[ServerBOT]

Does IGN spoil anything like they usually do in this review ?

[eddieistheillest]

Lol idk but that's the reason why I haven't read the review.

[jhpadilla]

Holy.....!!!!!!!!!!

Gamespot's review is ALSO a 10/10 !!!!

Is it REALLY that good?

[Batzi]

Yes.

[Gatsu]

MGS always is.

[thecowsaysmoo]

This seems to be the last legit Metal Gear solid game. Still remember playing MGS1 for the first time in first grade. Damn... I think I am going to tear up a little.

[Ipunchbabiesforfun]

Shocker...

[DaMist]

Quick question, was the game resolution on the xbox one bought up to 1080p or is it still 900p? I'm asking cause I have the ps4 collectors edition preordered, but I have just now found myself without a PS4 for a few weeks and I'm wondering whether I should switch it to the xbox one, or wait? Amazon was going to hook me up with a pc code but then they backed out :(

[Bathyj]

Damn, thats a shame. I personally wouldnt want to play a Metal Gear Solid game with anything but a Dualshock in my hands. It just feels right, and the game belongs on Playstation.

But if you have to wait then get it on Xbox, whether the rez is different or not, its not that big of a deal and you dont want to be sitting on the sidelines. Not with this game. Play it anyway you can.

[gfk342]

Sorry, double post due to a tablet issue.

Below the reply.

[gfk342]

The resolution remains 900p on X1.

Not even a week has passed since the announcement, so more than sure will remain at this value.

Personally I would stick with the PS4 as the game is an open world game and the extra resolution will sure help for distance view or for sniper shots.

[goldwyncq]

This is good, isn't it?

[Eyesoftheraven]

Do my eye's deceive me? A Metal Gear's low point being "sparse story." Not sure how I feel right now, need to soak in my thoughts for a while.

[WelkinCole]

Yeah it's kinda worrying. Also less cut-scenes. Dam it these casual short attention span kids.

[Gatsu]

Some reviews say it's damn amazing story, especially for long time fans of the series. Some of it is hidden in the cassette tapes which maybe some reviewers didnt listen to. Don't worry :).

[Fez]

Listening to tapes is a rubbish way to tell a story. You can't concentrate on it when playing the game and it's boring to just listen to lots of dialogue.

[WelkinCole]

Kojima never disappoints. He always exceeds expectations.

I think MGS might be the highest rated game franchise.

[Swiggins]

Dammit! Now I can't wait to buy this used to stick it too Konami, I MUST HAVE IT!

[JMyers]

Yesss! MGS is back... the final goodbye. Man I love this franchise. My favourite ever!

[benji101]

What if the reason this game is getting praised is because Konami removed Kojima and just made a sandbox metal gear with out all Kojima's bs?

[JMyers]

Explain MGS 3 and 4 reviews then?

[audiocafe]

I expected no less.
Seriously though, I've been so hyped for Phantom Pain. I don't put much stock in review scores but I'm glad that Kojima is going out on a high note with his last Metal Gear game. Though this game could have gotten 3/10 and I would still be excited to play it.

[JMyers]

Care to guess the Polygon score...? They will give it a 7... but hey it's on xbox too, so it may get higher.

[mafiahajeri]

no surprise here, that french website can F off!

[MrChow666]

kinda disappointed about the lack of a complex story and long cutscenes... :(

[scark92]

Metal Gear Solid V will be game of the year for me already, I am Ready! HYPE!

[mastershredder]

IGN ...Sorry but that's a problem already.

[MadMax]

Gets a 10 and yet no mention at all on graphics? Seems like ign is covering up something here!

[F0XHOUND]

Agree if you will miss the cut scenes .... they were a large part of the charm, for me.

Disagree if you are good they're gone, I can see the fluidity of having cut scenes play out during your gameplay, and its still going to be well written and trademark Kojima.... but yeah, I'll miss you cut scenes!

[Tzuno]

Then let's play.

[theshredded]

GOTY 2015 no surprise there!

[Born2Game83]

LOL Now People like IGN and Gamespot reviews??? Gamers online are such freaking hypocrites.

[MadMax]

Yea, hilarious isn't it. Simply shows their true bias towards certain franchises. So much hype has been built up for this game, its sickening. To me, it looks just like every other MG game I've played.

Nothing really that groundbreaking to me. Ive seen far better games this gen. Might grab it down the road when its $20 and theres nothing else for me to play.

People these days rely solely on a review to tell them if they should purchase a game or not. If MG was getting 6 and 7s, and its the same game were seeing, people would not be running out, buying it and praising it. Hypocrites is right!!!

[Master of Unlocking]

Fantastic work Mr Kojima. Too bad the MGS haters who complained about too many cutscenes have had it their way and the game has apparently almost no cutscene this time, and the main protagonist is silent almost all the time, though.

One question remains for me: it is supposed to close the loop in the Metal Gear story, isn't it? What with the game having a MotherBase like in the original Metal Gear that came out for the MSX in 1987 and all, and the beginning of MGS5 The Phantom Pain is dated in 1984 I believe, sooo, do we have an intruder in Mother Base at the end of the gamen perhaps dated 1987, that we have to fight against, called a certain Solid Snake then?
Put differently, does MGS5 TPP indeed close the loop by ending right where the original Metal Gear started?

[maximus1985]

Your move Fallout 4

[NeoGamer232]

I was going to pass this up for a cheaper price, but with all the positive reviews I guess I will have to open my wallet up!

Nice to see Kojima's last MGS game is a solid one!

[solidboss07]

No mention of game performance, frame rate, graphics ect?

[maximus1985]

i seen other reviews say solid 60 frames. Some say theres occasional pop ups though.

[NotanotherReboot]

The second masterpiece this gen ( the first being Bloodborne). The next will be Uncharted and Ratchet and Clank.

[AndreR]

10/10 ?! Witcher 3 got 10/10, and that game was not that good. More like a 8/10 game. Bloodborne is WAY better than Witcher 3 in every way. Bloodborne has that magic and incredible story. Witcher 3 is like Naruto, mainstream. But Bloodborne is more like the anime Kaiji its not so popular, but it is the best thrilling anime i ever seen. it felt like i got several heart attacks while i saw that anime. That is Bloodborne to, But not witcher 3. It has great graphics, it got boring fast for me.

[ballsohard2013]

I knew this game was gonna be a certified monster. The one thing anyone can say is that with the Metal Gear series.... they put time and effort into games. Great attention to detail unlike alot of these other developers shoveling bullshit.

I hear some people complaining about open world fatigue and all that nonsense.... go sit down somewhere. Its next gen.. we can experience vast possibilies and experience depth. Why would you want more linear games especially in third person? Look at the garbage Order 1886.... um yeah lol.

[GranTurismoFan]

Congratulations Kojima-san and everyone involved in the making of MGS V.

Metal Gear history will be remembered throughout gaming history forever.

I applaud all of you're accomplishments, can't wait to get my hands on this masterpiece!!

[Father__Merrin]

It's only the ps4 version that a 10/10

Its the only version that's amoung

[Urbz7870]

IGN giving a game other then call of duty a 10 that's a first. I expected them to give it a 9.5

[NerdStalker]

This is great that metal gear solid is getting excellent reviews I expected nothing less.

[DEATHxTHExKIDx]

WOW. I actually forgot when this game was coming out. I need to go to a store now.

[quaneylfc]

Hilarious that people cherish good reviews and basically despise things with bad reviews because they think they have to.

[ABBAJESUS]

Konami should act like adult and tell us the truth about Kojima case.. They are hurting themselfs more with keeping this information secret. All kinds of conspiracies running wild right now. Just tell us your side of story and start building your company from fresh start. This "you can't ask about Kojima" thing is pathetic.

[Orionsangel]

This is one of the few 10 score masterpiece ratings IGN has given in 2015. I think the last one was GTAV on PC?

[maximus1985]

oh man oh man. im shaking i NEED this in my veins!!!

[ThatIrishGamer]

Anyone know if this Base Operations game mode is completely optional?

Is it possible to just ignore that whole thing and play the objective game modes 8v8?

[spunkee311]

Super Excited. I still remember getting each game since MGS for playstation at Launch. It's been such a wild ride. One of the best games and story/lore around.

My favorite part of a MGS game, is explaining it to people who have never played. Their faces and reactions are priceless. Glad I got to experience this.

Time to go on one last ride...

[lastking95]

I think with it being the last mgs reviews are bumping up the score a bit .5 to 1 point higher.

[rockstedy001]

Although i only played ms4 and not the 1st three, im very excited to play ms5pp and get my covert opps game play on once again! To bad their's much less story driven cut scenes in the game. Hope it does't affect the overall enjoyment! Man those cut scenes in mgs4 were explosive to say the least even to this day many years later! Kajima should write his very own, how to make kick ass games book! Cause other devs can most def take a page or two from it! Game on!

[finite]

10/10 yet it has a big minus - Sparse Stroy

[urwifeminder]

Sweet 10 is what i am willing to pay on steam down the line .

[1060FX8300]

Cannot freaking wait to get my hands on this game now. Suck it, Konami. #AHideoKojimaGame

[BLKxSEPTEMBER]

I just got a email from sony for the ps vita settlement. I got a code for $25.00 so im using that to buy this beautiful game! Check your emails people if u bought a vita at launch!!!

[jznrpg]

Thanks for the heads up I was wondering when that would show up.

[fitfox]

damn ign! yes!

[jznrpg]

Screw reviews I have to play Kojima's last MGS.