Metal Gear Solid V: The Definitive Experience

91%
Game Brain Score Based on 112 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics

Metal Gear Solid V: The Definitive Experience is a single-player shooter game known for its perfect mechanics and pretty visuals. This collection includes the critically acclaimed Metal Gear Solid V story, as well as all its content, offering an ultimate game experience for fans and newcomers alike. With its immersive gameplay and rich narrative, players can delve into the complex world of Metal Gear Solid like never before.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

91%
Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews
story13 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The gameplay is exceptional, offering a variety of approaches to missions, from stealth to all-out combat.
  • The graphics and attention to detail are outstanding, creating an immersive experience.
  • The game has a high replay value with numerous side missions and a rich, engaging story.
  • The story feels incomplete and lacks the depth expected from previous installments, leaving some fans disappointed.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive over time, with many missions following similar patterns.
  • Some aspects of the game, like the management of the Mother Base and certain mechanics, can be overly complicated and detract from the overall experience.
  • story73 mentions

    The story of the game is described as immersive and engaging, with well-developed characters and plots that enhance the gameplay experience. However, some players found the narrative lacking in depth due to minimal cutscenes and repetitive mission structures, leading to a feeling that the story could be easily ignored. While the game offers rich backstory through cassette tapes, opinions vary on the effectiveness of the overall plot, with some considering it weak or disappointing compared to previous installments.

    • “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.”
    • “Ogni missione è veramente pesante da completare e la trama non ti prende neanche quando arrivi a metà gioco, a volte sembra perfino inesistente!”
  • gameplay29 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 range of actions, gadgets, and tactical elements, although some note that the repetitive mission structure can lead to moments of boredom. Overall, the gameplay experience is described as engaging and rewarding, despite criticisms of the story and excessive cutscenes.

    • “Personally, as a third-person title, I consider it a benchmark for gameplay structure that is varied, thoughtful, and full of diverse action possibilities with gadgets and different weapons.”
    • “In fact, the gameplay is the best of any game I've played.”
    • “The gameplay is excellent.”
    • “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.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their excellence and attention to detail, contributing to an immersive experience that enhances the gameplay and storytelling. Players appreciate the smooth framerate, particularly on the PS4 Pro, although some note that the frequent appearance of Hideo Kojima's name can be distracting. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, elevating the game's action and stealth elements.

    • “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).”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted as a highlight, with many finding it to be genuinely hilarious at times. 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

    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

    While the game features impressive visuals and a standout fox character, 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.”
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Play time

70hMedian play time
49hAverage play time
8-70hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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