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Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 is a staggering piece of history that further cements the impact of Snake's legacy in gaming.
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82%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, stability
Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
84% User Score Based on 57 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 16 reviews

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About Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 is a single player shooter game. It was developed by KONAMI and was released on October 24, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Tactical Espionage Action

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84%Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The collection faithfully preserves the original gameplay experience of MGS1, MGS2, and MGS3, providing a nostalgic return for long-time fans.
  • Includes a wealth of extra content such as screenplays, digital art books, and various versions of the games, enhancing the overall value for collectors.
  • The games run smoothly on modern consoles, with MGS2 and MGS3 performing at 60 frames per second, making for an enjoyable gaming experience.
  • The collection lacks significant upgrades or remastering, with many games being simple ports from previous versions, leading to a sense of déjà vu.
  • Some technical issues persist, such as the inability to pause cutscenes in MGS2 and MGS3, and minor performance hiccups in MGS1.
  • The physical copy is criticized for being poorly packaged, with reports of loose discs and damaged cases upon arrival.

  • gameplay

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 40% negative mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and offers hours of nostalgic fun, enhanced by additional features like classic game versions. However, some ports lack innovation, and certain gameplay elements have not aged well, with specific concerns about frame rate reductions in the Switch versions of Metal Gear Solid 2 and 3, which detract from the experience.

    • “Plenty of gameplay for hours of nostalgic fun.”
    • “The extra gameplay goodies, like different versions of classical games, are also fantastic additions.”
    • “Although moment-to-moment gameplay still feels satisfying, it's a frustrating approach that we're hopeful will be patched at a later date.”
    • “The gameplay is fine, though.”
    • “Ports aren't anything new or special; some gameplay hasn't aged well.”

  • optimization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -34% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The optimization of the collection has received mixed reviews; while some users report excellent performance across most games, others criticize Konami for minimal effort, noting slight performance issues in Metal Gear Solid 1.

    • “Performance is excellent across every game.”
    • “I am a huge fan of the series and was ecstatic to finally have the collection of original titles on the new gen.”
    • “I am a huge fan of the series and was ecstatic to finally have the collection of original titles on the new generation. Unfortunately, Konami has decided to take the lazy route and produce the bare minimum in performance.”
    • “There are slight performance issues in Metal Gear Solid 1.”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly with no significant glitches or stability issues, allowing for an enjoyable and uninterrupted gaming experience.

    • “First of all, the game runs great!”
    • “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't experienced any crashes or major bugs.”
    • “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it really enhances the overall experience.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the reviews is primarily derived from the unexpected and amusing observation about the case having a funny smell, adding a lighthearted touch to the overall experience of the collection.

    • “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay; it makes even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted.”
    • “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add so much charm to the overall experience.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The music in the game has been criticized for its weak offerings, suggesting that the soundtrack fails to enhance the overall experience.

    • “The soundtrack is a weak offering.”
    • “The music lacks variety and fails to engage.”
    • “The audio experience is disappointing and uninspired.”

  • monetization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab by Konami, with reviewers expressing disappointment over the lack of quality content and meaningful extras in the collection. Many feel that the release could have been a standout retro compilation but instead appears to prioritize profit over fan satisfaction.

    • “You're better off just waiting for Delta to be released; this was nothing but a cash grab by Konami again, to squeeze whatever they can out of the fandom.”
    • “This could have been up there with the best retro collections published in the last few years; however, Konami has shown that all they care about is releasing a quick cash grab with no decent extras or even the best versions of the games included in the collection.”

  • story

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story in "Integral" combines the main game with the VR missions expansion, offering players a streamlined experience, including an easy mode that provides infinite ammo for a more accessible gameplay.

  • emotional

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The emotional impact of the game is diminished by poorly executed ports, which fail to engage players and evoke the intended feelings. This lack of effort in adaptation leads to a disconnection from the narrative and characters, resulting in a less impactful experience.

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80%Critics’ scoreBased on 16 critic reviews
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Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 is a shooter game. Common tags for Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 include story rich and mature.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 was released on October 24, 2023.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 was developed by KONAMI.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 is a single player game.

Similar games include Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection, Metal Gear Solid HD Collection, METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version, METAL GEAR SOLID - Master Collection Version, METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version and others.