Will Konami Stop You From Buying MGSV?

Richard Drummond of Gaming Tech United writes:

"Konami cannot seem to stay out of the gaming headlines as of late and would look to the average person that most of it is through their own doing. With the most recent allegations of Konami treating their employees almost inhumanely, groups on the internet have started #BoycottKonami hashtags on Twitter an social media. The question I pose to you is simple. Will Konami stop you from buying MSGV?"

[Batzi]

No. MGSV is a "A Hideo Kojima Game". I am buying it to support Kojima and his team!

[GamingTechUnited]

That is exactly what we say in the article in response to the #BoycottKonami hashtag. Glad we're not alone in thinking this way!

[SourtreeDing]

i played and loved MGS4, but since online is being held back till Oct 6th on PS4 ill wait to get the game no rush.

[camel_toad]

Konami is crap now but no way in hell will I punish myself by not getting this day one.

[bouzebbal]

no, but i'm buying it used. Konami don't deserve my money.

[umair_s51]

MGSV is a Hideo Kojima game even if it doesn't say on the box

[bouzebbal]

@umair_s51:
exactly what Konami want you to believe. They want your money, and if you think this is a Kojima game and you will buy it for that then they got what they wanted.

[umair_s51]

@abzdiine I don't need Konami to tell me anything, I can tell apart the two. In my eyes this is the last Hideo Kojima game. And I will support the game

[bmf7364]

Kojima is a master and revolutionary in the industry. This is his final piece of work on Metal Gear and I support it 100%

[ramiuk1]

if there was an option to send the % he earns directly to him i would buy it preowned and send him the extra in a cheque but it looks like the only way to support him is to buy it.

if i do buy it though i promise that ts my last game or anything i buy that they have there name on.

[nowitzki2004]

@Sour

Im getting it for SP, Dont care about MP always known MGS as a SP game.

[-Foxtrot]

I really don't get why people keep thinking this

Kojima will NOT benefit from this at all

It's over, it's done, they finished it, they got paid and in the end they'll move on

They won't get anything special for this game shipping so many copies nor will they get anything from Konami for this game getting amazing reviews.

In the end Kojima will have left and Konami will have a party in the back office with a massive "Do not let this man in" sign with a picture of Kojima under it.

Hey it looks like a good game but it's not going to benefit Kojima in anyway. I think for him the game getting good reviews is enough...enough to think "I did it...all that hard work paid off"

So I'm not saying you should or you have to like I'm ordering you or others what to do but since Konami is the only people benefiting here, the people who threw the guy out, buy it second hand or maybe a week or so later.

They are just going to drive the MGS games into the ground after this game so you may aswell give them the biggest middle finger you can now....something to say "Yeah we're on his side, get used to the low sales because it's only going to get worse"

[KindaGrump]

I think it's ok to pick the game up at release. Yes, Kojima isn't getting the money, but it'll reflect well on him that the game sold well (and hopefully reviews well).

The way I plan on sticking it to them in the future is to simply not buy from them in the future.

[ryuuzakibjorn]

It's called respect. He's put all the hard work in for your enjoyment - The least you can do is play it.

[joab777]

Wrong. Its more than just money. Huge sales and critical acclaim would be a slap in Konami's face. Yeah, they make money on this, but he is gone...and will have proved them wrong.

According to them anyway, it cost too much, and took too long, so our support will only prove Kojima right.

[freshslicepizza]

i buy good games, i don't care about all the drama in the background. games are meant to be bought for entertainment and to get away from reality. call me weird.

[ramiuk1]

will he get any royaltys though?
if its confirmed he does i will buy,if he has been paid off and thats it done then i will buy preowned.

i did send him a twitter asking but i got no reply.

[tmh3593]

Exactly how I feel foxtrot

[tmh3593]

He is paid a salary so no he will not get any royalties.

[flyingwombat33]

I think the idea of supporting him is to prove that he has a loyal fanbase that will buy what he puts out. I really would rather Kojima not get relegated to kickstarter like many other legendary devs; I would like him to find a company that will fund his projects.

[vork77]

the mnoney dont go to kojima

[umair_s51]

Yes, MGSV is a Hideo Kojima game and I am supporting it

[ChickeyCantor]

How are you supporting kojima? He ain't seeing a dime.

[umair_s51]

^Actually he is

[ThunderPulse]

Plus MGSV looks to be an amazing game.

[big_boss_1887]

MGS is my favorite by far. Im 29, a gamer for life, and IMO nothing comes close to MGS games. TPP has been over running my brain for about 4 years now. NOTHING!!! will stop me from buying this game (already pre ordered collectors).
I have no idea what happened with Kojima and Konami, until i hear facts i won't pass judgment, but i know Kojima made this game. So i know I'm going to love it.

https://www.youtube.com/wat...

I made this because Kojima is The Big Boss. And Daft Punk is Solid =)

[showtimefolks]

I am buying to because of kojima. I am a huge mgs fan so I don't think it's possible for me to wait. I would go nuts lol

[PhoenixUp]

No I've been waiting 3 years for this game and nothing is going to stop me

[GamingTechUnited]

It's going to be very, very good. I am beyond excited for it. Has a good chance at getting our GotY here at GTU if its as good as the videos for it have looked.

[Dynasty2021]

As much as I love Metal Gear, GOTY is going to Fallout 4.

Seriously cant see anything beating that game's hype, unless it's a sham of a release and has been console-ized (aka dumbed down).

[poor_cus_of_games]

@dynasty consoleised? I hope that my pc isn't capable of running it. Since its weak. But on the other hand I know that my console version will run it perfectly fine. See all pc's are not the same.

[AndrewLB]

@Dynasty

This is the only forum on net where people proclaim GOTY without even having played the game.

edit\

Just for fun I ran a search and it seems you proclaimed GOTY for MGSPP over at Eurogamer as well as Witcher 3. You also declared GTAV, Divinity:ORiginal Sin, The Order, Bloodborne, and TLOU Remastered GOTY as well.

Don't you ever get bored of saying "Easily a GOTY contender" or "No contest, GOTY" over and over and over and over on every site you spam on?

[Majin-vegeta]

No sorry I already cancelled my LE edition.Konami wont see a cent from me.

Wish there was a way to just give the whole payment to Kojima.If i end getting it will be second hand.

[GamingTechUnited]

There's nothing wrong with that either. We're all entitled to our own opinions on the matter. I always say the biggest way to speak to these companies is with your wallets and I support people doing that, even if I don't support their point of view. :)

[GamingChip79]

Cancelled? Shoot I would have sold it. Things sold out everywhere. Could have made some dough. Haha.

[trenso1]

lol well if you have a change of heart you certainly won't be getting the LE again most likely. Should have just kept it

[Germany7]

I'm a huge fan of Metal Gear, and i'm waiting all this time for the new game, for me it's first day but i really respect the players that will boycott it after all.
I'm probably wrong, but i'm having a bad feeling about this new Metal Gear, just don't ask me what it is, lol.

[BillytheBarbarian]

Konami sickens me. I will not support them.

[--bienio--]

Day one for me whatever happens in Konami I can't wait longer for this game, especially Pc version in 4K it's going to be amazing journey:)

[Germany7]

You never played any Metal Gear...

[slappy508]

Nope. I kinda feel bad supporting them as much as I hate them but the success of this franchise is more a reflection on Kojima San than it is on them. Won't be supporting them after this though (or if there is a good title I'll just buy it second hand)

[slappy508]

Let Konami see that this will be the last good thing that over comes out their doors!

[TwoForce]

I will buy the game.

[theshredded]

Only a a moron would do that

[GamingChip79]

There are a lot of morons out there in the world, my friend.

[Sharius]

nothing stop me from buying kojima's game, after that, konami can kiss my A goodbye

[SharnOfTheDEAD]

Definitely buying it, don't care about them as a company and I'm not letting something petty get in the way of playing such an incredible game! Kojima and his team will get credit because it will be the people playing giving him their thanks and their appreciation! I've seen enough to know this game is going to be something special. Not missing out on this at all!

[GamingChip79]

It's looking so damn good in preview videos!!!

[scark92]

<---- What do you think! :) Kojima still markets the game on Twitter, I am getting it!

[GamingChip79]

Yeah. I'll be getting it day one for sure. Looks so good in the vids!

[pootymcpoockle]

I'm just going to buy it preowned.

[Activemessiah]

I'm getting the game but used... will support Kojima when he resurfaces with new projects, just not with MGSv due to Konami.

[hiredhelp]

Not me this is kojimas last MGS I owe it to myself to have his vision in my hands Konami may funded the Game but kojima that help Konami grow.

[WitWolfy]

I'm still contemplating if I want this new or used...

[Jayszen]

The answer to the question is 'yes'. The way Konami treat their staff is abysmal and the way they have behaved with Kojima deplorable. The company does not deserve our support and gamers should seek out second hand versions of the MGS V and then continue to sell it on so as to ensure the company makes as little money as possible from MGS V.

As much as we like the game, we should not encourage Konami further by making the game a bestseller. They do not deserve the benefits of Kojima's vision. Gamers should either share the cost of a new copy and pass it around within the group (the larger the better!) or buy a second hand one and sell it on as soon as you are done with it.

Once you have played the game on the second hand copy, wait until the game is bargain priced and then get your own new copy then.

[WitWolfy]

I think I'll just do that.

[bangoskank]

Won't be buying this. Kojima will not benefit. Some gamers are just using that excuse because they can't resist buying the game.

[Donnywho]

Seems like these people should have boycotted their ISP's a long time ago. Canceled their credit cards, closed their banks accounts and got rid of their cellphones. They need to look at the big picture and boycott everything. Because everything is corrupt and unfair. Or you could just play this amazing game. I'm gonna play this amazing game.

[Gatsu]

Will these articles stop appearing? Buy it or don't, but I and millions others will definitely buy TPP because it is 100% Kojima game. Even with all the shit going on at Konami and what they've done, TPP is still the masterpiece that Kojima and his buddies has worked hard years to make.

[Cy]

Absolutely not. Call me selfish, but whatever horrible shit Konami is doing to its employees and Kojima really doesn't impact me in any meaningful way. I've wanted to play MGSV ever since it was teased as Project Ogre 5 or so years ago, and I'm not gonna not buy it in some futile effort to "hurt" Konami by not contributing to a revenue stream they can totally do without anyway. I'll play MGSV. I'll enjoy it. And then I'll probably never care about another Konami game ever again.

[JeffGUNZ]

This is my view. I'll get it but not day one simply because I'll be hooked on Gears Ultimate Edition, but I will pick it up when I need a break from gears. Ground Zeros was great and it was a glorified demo. I don't care about companies, I bought my consoles for entertainment and enjoyment. This game will provide both.

[Enigma_2099]

You kidding me? I'm gonna use that money to catch up on bills!

I have nothing BUT respect for Kojima, but I'll be d***ed if I buy that game if Konami gets a cut of the profits. I'd rather take that money, stick it in an envelope, and write Kojima's name on it so I'll know what it's for when they finally get away from that company. And when it happens, I will give him my money... GLADLY. So knock off the "you should buy it anyway" BS... I wouldn't even waste an IOU on that company right now.

[JeffGUNZ]

Just playing devils advocate here, but wouldn't it prove Konami was wrong by this game selling a lot and being highly praised? Sure, Konami will make money here but Konami already paid Kojima his price to develop the game. It's squared off at this point, just support this game and never another from Konami will show that Kojima was the reason Konami was successful.

[Enigma_2099]

Devil's advocating your devil's advocate... you REALLY think they give a d***? They've already proven they'll take money no matter how they get it. This game succeeding will just make the more money. There is NO WAY we can give Kojima the money for it directly.

And if Konami already paid Kojima or his work why the hell should we buy the game to "support" him?

[JeffGUNZ]

haha well played triple dogging my devil advocate. I guess more for him to go out with a bang. They thought it cost too much and took too long. If it sells well, it's proving that taking your time and not rushing to get games out really matter.

[flyingwombat33]

I understand people's impulse to boycott, but what I think is absolutely insane is the people that think buying the game 'used' counts as boycotting. Sure, Konami isn't getting your money, but you're contributing to the supply and demand system all the same—more pressure on used sales will inevitably mean more new purchases. Either buy the game or don't, and if you are going to buy it used, do it because it's cheaper, not because you're trying to 'show' Konami.

[JeffGUNZ]

I agree to some extent. Buying it used means you're now going to support gamestop or other game selling stores that give you 5 dollars for a game and turn around and sell it for 45 lol. I do believe a lot of people here will buy it use to set their own moral principle and that's great for them. Sadly, some younger gamers who can't afford games on their own will use this as an excuse to buy it used for a cheaper price.

[gamerben]

The way I look at it, MGS V marks the end of a great era that may be able to continue depending on how well MGS V does commercially.

Boycott their mobile games, not this.

[garrettbobbyferguson]

" With the most recent allegations of Konami treating their employees almost inhumanely"

Are we forgetting how Rockstar treats their employees? Yet GTAV was critically acclaimed.

[Mikeyy]

Shame or not, I cannot Miss Hideo's last Metal Gear game.

Konami sucks all kinds of things hardcore, but Out of love For MGS it would be a true disservice to not experience the final story.

Now if Konami keeps making metal gear games without Hideo, Then I'll most likely skip those, because I am done with Konami after this.

[TRASHBOAT___]

stop deez nuts konami

[jjb1981]

Of course.....NOT

[CantBeStopped]

They can try....... and they will fail.

[Hassassin]

NO, but they're trying very hard