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Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience

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92%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, emotional
92% User Score Based on 166 reviews

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Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience is a single player and multiplayer open world shooter game. It was developed by Kojima Productions and was released on October 11, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Metal Gear Solid V: The Definitive Experience" is an open-world, single-player and multiplayer game, which includes the prologue "Ground Zeroes" and the critically acclaimed "The Phantom Pain". With a vast open world, the player has the freedom to decide their approach to complete missions. The game also includes the multiplayer mode "Metal Gear Online" and all DLC content. Online services for the PlayStation 4 version of Ground Zeroes will end on May 31, 2022.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 166 reviews
story15 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Exceptional gameplay with a variety of approaches to missions, making it highly engaging and addictive.
  • Stunning graphics and immersive story that captivates players, offering a rich experience.
  • Includes both Ground Zeroes and The Phantom Pain, providing great value and extensive content for fans.
  • The story feels incomplete and lacks depth, leaving some players disappointed with the narrative.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive over time, with many missions following similar patterns.
  • Some technical issues and online elements can disrupt the experience, making it frustrating for players.
  • story
    79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is described as immersive and engaging, with strong characters and plots that enhance the gameplay experience. However, some players find the narrative lacking depth due to minimal cutscenes and a reliance on cassette tapes for story details, leading to a perception of a disjointed or repetitive storyline. While the main plot is compelling, certain aspects, such as the post-completion episode, have been criticized for difficulty and perceived overemphasis on character design over narrative substance.

    • “Addictive, great fun and totally immersive story with great characters and plots.”
    • “Very immersive story line with excellent graphics and action that will keep you playing way past bedtime and has great stealth and combat options.”
    • “Ground Zeroes is a short prologue to the main game and provides a good backstory to motivate the events of The Phantom Pain.”
    • “Fans of the series might be slightly disappointed with the lack of cutscenes driving the story forward.”
    • “The story can be totally ignored and you'll miss nothing because of how few cutscenes there are.”
    • “Absolutely awful storyline.”
  • gameplay
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is widely praised as exceptional and varied, with many considering it a benchmark for third-person titles, particularly in the stealth genre. Players appreciate the diverse options for action, including the use of gadgets and tactical buddies, which enhance the experience. However, some reviews note that while the gameplay remains engaging, it can become repetitive over time, and the story often falls short of expectations.

    • “The gameplay is excellent.”
    • “In fact, the gameplay is the best of any game I've played.”
    • “The story is good and the gameplay is outstanding!”
    • “Le gameplay est aux petits oignons par contre mais ce 'pseudo' open world est ... vide.”
    • “Unfortunately this astonishing sequence quickly descends into dull, repetitive gameplay that basically involves sneaking up on people, taking them down and then moving onto the next one.”
    • “Overdramatic acting, as mentioned in the title, so many cut scenes it's untrue, a weak storyline and laughable gameplay.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their high quality and attention to detail, contributing to an immersive experience. Players appreciate the smooth framerate, especially on the PS4 Pro, and the impressive cut scenes, although some find the gameplay can become repetitive over time. Overall, the visuals enhance the engaging storyline and action elements, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “Very immersive storyline with excellent graphics and action that will keep you playing way past bedtime and has great stealth and combat options.”
    • “Great graphics and attention to detail.”
    • “Graphics are good and the framerate is silky smooth on PS4 Pro (I suggest deactivating the camera shake).”
    • “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
    • “Character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
    • “The environments feel bland and uninspired, lacking the vibrancy that could enhance the gameplay experience.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted as a highlight, with some players finding it genuinely hilarious. However, there are criticisms regarding certain challenging sections that detract from the overall comedic experience, particularly for seasoned gamers.

    • “It's a great franchise with some hilarious moments.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly noting that the loading times can be frustrating. However, many feel that the effort put into grinding is ultimately worthwhile, especially in the context of the open-world experience.

    • “As for its open-world credentials, these are tedious at best.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game features impressive visuals and a standout fox engine, reviewers feel that it is ultimately hindered by a lackluster and unengaging story, which diminishes its emotional impact.

    • “It's a very good looking game and the fox engine stands out in the spotlight, but it is let down by the boring story.”
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70h Median play time
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Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience is a open world shooter game.

Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.

On average players spend around 49 hours playing Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience.

Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience was released on October 11, 2016.

Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience was developed by Kojima Productions.

Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Metal Gear Solid V The Definitive Experience is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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