Metal Gear Solid V: The Definitive Experience
- October 11, 2016
- Konami Digital Entertainment
- 55h median play time
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Get on PS StoreMetal Gear Solid V: The Definitive Experience is the ultimate collection of the Metal Gear Solid V story which includes Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes and Metal Gear Solid V: Tha Phantom Pain, the tactical multiplayer game as well as all their DLC content.
Reviews
- Exceptional gameplay with a variety of approaches to missions, making it highly engaging and immersive.
- Stunning graphics and attention to detail, creating a visually impressive experience.
- Includes all DLC and offers a lengthy playtime, providing great value for fans of the series.
- The story feels incomplete and lacks depth, leaving many fans disappointed with the narrative.
- Gameplay can become repetitive over time, with missions often feeling similar and tedious.
- Some technical issues and online elements can disrupt the experience, making it frustrating for players.
- story55 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its immersive narrative and character depth, particularly regarding the enigmatic character Quiet, while others criticize it for being disjointed and lacking in substantial cutscenes. Players noted that the game offers a rich backstory through cassette tapes, but many felt the overall plot was repetitive and at times, unengaging. Despite these criticisms, the gameplay remains a highlight, often overshadowing the narrative shortcomings.
“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.”
“The Phantom Pain is the most self-contained Metal Gear story since Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater.”
“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 story line.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
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, although some note that the repetitive mission structure can lead to monotony over time. Overall, while the gameplay shines, it is often contrasted with a weaker storyline and excessive cutscenes.
“This title has exceptional and satisfying gameplay.”
“As a third-person title, I consider it a benchmark for gameplay structure, offering a variety of thoughtful actions with diverse gadgets and weapons.”
“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.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- -22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely 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 visually impressive cut scenes. However, some users noted that while the graphics are excellent, the gameplay can become repetitive over time.
“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.”
“Really good game with a huge open world and nice graphics.”
“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 would enhance the gameplay experience.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted as a highlight, with several hilarious moments that contribute to its charm. However, some players feel that certain challenging aspects detract from the overall enjoyment, as they are not amusingly difficult.
“It's a great franchise with some hilarious moments.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the game features impressive visuals and a standout character design, the emotional impact is diminished by a lackluster and uninspiring storyline.
“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.”
