Metal Gear Solid 4 Guns of the Patriots Review
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2024
- Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is a fantastic game and one that succeeded in what it set out to do. The narrative fulfills its dual purpose of being its own entity and tying up all loose ends, and the gameplay is also streamlined while retaining the same dynamic elements that fans of the franchise love so dearly.
While the roster of boss fights might not be as memorable as prior entries, it’s no slouch in that department either. Plus, it's all presented with striking attention to detail. Taking the sum of its many parts, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is a game that hasn’t aged much after all these years - but the only thing that’s holding it back from being relevant to this day is its availability on modern hardware.
YES!! I’m so looking forward to this coming out in 2008!
I hope the gameplay won't be short
Me too!
I got so hyped. I thought they were gonna remaster this game! Such a great game!
man i hope there isn't to much gameplay, i want to play while i'm eating dinner
Wait a minute my time machine it works it’s works
the fight between snake and ocelot near the end is still one of the most epic scenes of the whole series
I love that part but I still think that Rex vs ray is the pinnacle of boss fights in all gaming that part is sooo awesome and epic on so many different levels
Amen to that
Not just the series, its one of the most epic scenes of gaming in general
Its Kino at its finest
@@viktor_v-ughnda_vaudville_476 that would be God of War 3
Spent the last year playing every single mgs game for the first time in chronological order. Bought a whole ps3 just for this game and it was so worth it. After playing all those games and finally getting to this epic conclusion. I shed a tear seeing big boss at the end. I didn’t know what I was missing out on all these years. I always knew about and respected this series but never sat down to play it. I remember the hype was always insane for these games. Now that I have played it I can safely say this is without a doubt my favorite video game series of all time. The story is just unmatched. The energy, the characters, the music, the themes. It’s all perfect. I almost don’t want it to end. I wish their was more games in the series to indulge in. Sadly it looks like we will never get another mgs game ever again.
m8 we long time fans (first mgs for me was mgs on ps1) cry about everyday, it's like having a needle stuck in the back of our head and time to time it penetrates a bit further, all this time all theese games just to remain eith this pain, we will never get a new mgs, we will never see the game mgsV could have been.
The jump from ps2 mgs3 graphics to PS3 mgs4 graphics was the most significant we had ever seen. This game still looks amazing
I would say the jump from Metal Gear Solid 1 to 2 was even bigger, but it's real close
@@Pelayum agree but in terms of gameplay imo mgs 4 just improvised so much , which led to peacewalker and mgs 5 gameplay peak shit
It was always heartwarming to see Snake and Otacon's friendship as opposed to how Big Boss and Huey became bitter enemies.
Who's Huey?
@@jackfavvv0280 octagan
@@jackfavvv0280 otacons father
huh i never made that connection, one side its good while the other side is evil
@@MGrey-qb5xz a lot of things are opposite between them even though Solid Snake got Big Boss' 'better genes'. Like how snake continued to be a good guy even though the governments kept abusing him, while big boss got fed up with governments; snake always met ocelot as an adversary while big boss got alot of support from him, snake didn't really hate anyone despite the rough life while big boss had a lot of hatred etc.
I guess Kojima wanted to show us that even if you're the best, you can go both ways and become a good guy or a subjectively selfish one.
This takes me back when it came out back in 2008. Wow I can’t believe that this game is 14 years old now,and it still looks good on the PS3. I have such great memories playing this game and I still do after all these years.
I was just thinking the same thing. 14 years!!!!! The last metal gear masterpiece!
@@Guez_art Peace Walker releases after
j/s
@@seph--- yes, that was also a great game. I think I played it on the Vita.
The second best metal gear game behind metal gear solid, man experiencing this game on summer nights in 2012 was amazing. Life was so simple then 😭
Bro this one is solid as well
This game being stuck exclusively on PS3 (excluding RPCS3) is a gaming crime.
Came here to say this. Not even on the PS store anymore.
@@wanealy1 no way they got rid of it!?!?
@@MrZombiekiller666ism : Yup. Had to do with some expired deal with Konami. I might double check again but last I did it wasn't available....
My ps3 is still set up just for this game i was playing it about 2 weeks ago i don’t want to pay and stream it on PS4 since i own it
bought a ps3 just to play mgs legacy collection. worth every penny!
Aside from graphics, modern games rarely match projects like this one, I worry great game narratives like the metal gear series will soon be a thing of the past…way too much focus on mutiplayer/live service/cosmetic purchases now…in theory none of those things should stop developers having great stories in their games, but somehow they do 🙃
Too many modern games are trying to go the Dark Souls route by putting most of the story in the background and in files to read and piece together the story yourself. MGS5 was headed in that direction which I hated. Most of the bigger plot points were all in those damn tapes that you had to listen to if you wanted the entire story.
it's not that it stops the devs from doing it, they just choose not to, cause why put in the effort when you can get the same amount of money without it. It's sad cause even 10 years ago true gamers wouldn't let that fly and they would be all in an uproar and games would have been basically canceled, but now most of the audience is getting sucked in with the small micro transaction bs that almost never does anything for the story or the quality of the game itself
@@Urlastnerve well actually mgsv was supposed to be like that in a way. He wasn't the real snake instead he was brainwashed to be big boss. Those tapes were meant to be played and listened to in order to make him think that was him. Besides that, the game was rushed and possibly Kojima was forced to come up with the phantom pain excuse to the lawyers of Konami to release him with a decent amount of pay and for him unable to talk about the game and unable to attend the game awards to receive his award. Even those codec conversations were removed from the game. There are so many clues about the game not being complete from act 1 being reused for act 2 and act 3 was missing, the shower area says temporary, battle gear removed, Chico was killed instead, weapon upgrades that has too many levels versions that are blank, animals that are invisible just captured by random, Animal sanctuary that seems like it should be bigger, and those side walks in the base that seemed like meant for the soldiers to be walking around while you drive in the main road. There's so many things missing besides the obvious mission that was in the dvd that can be viewed in youtube as well.
@@shadowsnake3867 I understand this. But it was still a cop out way of storytelling that was very underwhelming
@@Urlastnerve you never know what it could have been if it was let to sit longer in the oven. Honestly I think the game was done by different groups and then put together that's why it ended up like episodic. We don't know. It didn't even have that Canon ending showing his demise for the modern fans who didn't even know about the original metal gear. The story is still appreciated though regardless on how different it is compared to the previous titles.
Love this... reviewing old games. Giving new gamers a view of the past.
“A view of the past” this makes me feel so old, I still remember playing this the day it came out🥲
Masterpiece. Have mine signed by Kojima. I hope they remake that exact game. It was incredible
Sell it to me
@@ghostwhencodghosts9114
No
Played this when I was 17. I’m 30 this year. Damn what a blast of the past.
I got my ps3 with this game in it still set up i was playing this about 2 weeks ago lol this games better than most things out today
Same. Epic game that I hope gets a remaster one day.
Crazy how well this game still holds up graphically. A timeless video game and one of the all time greatest.
I bought a PS3 for this game alone. It was the only game I never got rid of the entire time I owned the system. Most of my games I bought usually got traded in for newer games. But not this one.
PS3 can play the entire main line metal gear series. The legacy collection, if bought new, comes with a code for mgs1. Has mgs2 and mgs3, which has mg1 and mg2. Also has peacewalker and mgs4
The game that made me buy a ps3, back when it was expensive AF. It was all worth it.
Same
GamingBolt was disappointed with the Gamescon opening and decided to push out something Solid.
I always love games with good cut scenes need a few more games like this. Had no problems with how long they were
I loved it too. At the time it was the best looking game available. I used to wait for the cutscenes and smoke a blunt while I watched them lol. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. One of my all-time favorites.
I actually usually get annoyed with games that have a lot of exposition and cutscenes. This is the exception though. MGS4 is my favorite in the series, and my favorite game period. The cutscenes are very long, but if you are a lifelong fan of the franchise you cherish every second. I've literally been playing since the original Metal Gear on NES, and Snake is my favorite video game hero.
Since I played Final Fantasy 8, Tekken 3 and many PS1 hits, I love cutscenes
Imagine the metal gear collection for the ps5 being released
That's my dream
It wouldn't be the same ,the graphics on the original are great, we don't need remake !
Ps4 would do nice.. Ps5 is such a... Disaster..
I love these reviews of older games. Mgs will forever be special to me. I saved up and bought zone of the enders when I was 12, which came with a mgs 2 demo of the tanker mission. I played it over and over and finally convinced my parents to get me the game for Christmas. It's the moment I realized that video games could be so much more. Snake eater was my favorite mgs, but I did enjoy 4 for what it was. I was a sucker for the fan service in this game admittedly. Lol. Favorite series of all time.
As a fan of the whole MGS saga, I bought the ps3 just to play this game. Absolutely worth it.
Same here bud
I had a 360 back in the 2000's so never got the chance to play a lot of PS3 exclusives. I switched to the PS4 but unfortunately the MGS series was never ported over. I bought a used PS3 Super Slim and the MGS Legacy Edition. First time playing the series and I'm so glad I did.
What pisses me off is Konami will not let another studio actually do something with the series, instead of it just wasting away.
It’s such a shame this game is locked to PS3’s I wish they would just HD remake it for new platforms.
My all time favorite Mgs game it was truly for the fans
This is the type of game that would have made you buy a system for it. When I bought XBox one it was specifically for gears 4. I’m a huge gears fan. This feels like it would’ve made me buy a PS3.
This game looks freakin' awesome!!!!! So when is it coming out???
2008
it's still a masterpiece, they really need to remastered this game
A concept I just created solely by myself but what if hideo makes metal gear 5 an open world game set in Afghanistan where you actually play as a cop out big boss and is a sequel to a psp game.
Not a bad idea.
This an Elden Ring were my two most rewarded anticipated releases.
Only Resident Evil, Zelda Ocarina of Time, KOTOR and Demons Souls topped those anticipations.
That's right MSG4 is my favorite Kojima game.
I remember buying a ps3 in 2011 just to play this. Waiting for it to install with the image of old snake smoking a cigarette got me so hyped.
if you're no rookie but a 10 year vet, buy this game in Japanese. PS3s are region free, you don't need a JP account, and most of the menus in the game are in English anyway, but voices, subtitles, and item descriptions are Japanese. all I can say is somehow the game with Japanese voices has a much more serious tone.
This Game Is True Art For Video Games That Is A Masterpiece!
for a 2008 game, the graphics still hold up
Damn did this game look pretty good for its day.
The ol' phrase "better late than never" comes to mind while watching this.
I wish this was the review for a remastered version coming out lol I haven't played this game since it's stuck on PS3
Still stands up today. A true masterpiece!
Cutscene: The Game
I love metal gear solid 4 it was really awesome and badass
This game feels so recent when it came out and its hard ro believe its 15th anniversary is next summer. It was not my favorite mgs game but had some amazing moments that many games that year didnt have
Can’t believe this gem is still stuck on the PS3 to this day with no remedy in sight
A great send off for Solid Snake.
"Snake has had a hard life"
😭😢😭😢
Absolutely epic game in a epic series. Logged countless hours and play throughs including a play through with no being seen and no kills. Sadly one of my life’s crowning achievements lol
It is a masterful achievement my good sir!
"You're pretty good!"
This movie game never gets old, classic gem 💎 👌, would love to see a remake of this game
Doing retro reviews like this is a great idea. Thank you
So many memories
I'm so glad I kept my ps3 and a disc copy of this game!!! Love this shit!! Remember when the ps3 game store gave it for free before it was completely removed... damn. Im glad I was there and downloaded it. My copy of the game disc safe from Any scratches.
I go back to this game every year
Is your ps3 still okay? Mine is on its last legs now.
Oh yeah. I barely used it at all and It still turns and plays like a charm.
@@andywong2244 The PS3 I bought back in college, I had sold before I graduated college and a couple years later, I had bought a PS3 slim. I still have that one
Man i miss the era where i would always look forward to the next MGS game.. Every game in the franchise belong on the top shelf. Konami should be burned to the ground for doing what they did.
I haven't played Metal Gear Solid 4 in years though would revisit it since trophies got patched in years ago.
I would be happy to see this game remastered to this day
This needs to be ported to modern consoles
When's this coming out I've never heard of mgs and this is number 4? Wow!!
I loved this game even with all its quirks what made you guys decide to review it now after all these years?
Been waiting forever for this review!
They kept us waiting, huh?
It only took 14 years. Stop complaining lol
Bit late for a review haha
This is awesome - I just started a replay of this today. Last game I completed was back in 2012!
Lmao yall gave this game a 9 but somehow Saints Row is an 8…. MGS4 is a 100/10 in that case
Let me tell you all this - MGS4 was one of the most technically impressive video games ever made in that time. The character models were superb and the attention to details on so many different pararmeters were mindblowing. The transition from cutscene to gamplay were seemless and not many video games could do this as effortlessly as MGS4. This game was Kojima at his peak in terms of "Metal Gear Solid" type story telling (Snake Eater is still the best in the series). Despite its confusing nature of story telling, it is one of the greatest games of all time, but Snake Eater still being the best game of all time imo.
I've got an autographed copy of MGS4 signed by Hideo Kojima and art director Yoji Shinkawa!
For a 14 year old game the graphics still impress
I really wish they ported this to the current playstation consoles, it would be great to play this in 60fps
Among all the Metal Gear Solid games, Guns of the Patriots is the only one that I haven't played because finding a PS3 in my area is like finding a needle in the haystack. I'm being confused on whether i should buy a PS3 and play it there or emulate it on PC.
This game was the infamous "what is the answer to this question"? Hideo Kojima - Nanomachines. Lol!
Is that a shot of ZotE 2 artwork @ 1:55 on the computer screen? Ive never looked into if those games were part of same universe
This needed a remake with substantial extra content.
Which is the best MGS installment to start with for a gamer who has never touched a Metal Gear game?
3. Snake eater (substance edition). It's a prequel and in my opinion has the most iconic elements of the franchise in a single, well presented and coherent package. It's the essential mgs
When I get into a franchise I like to play/watch it in release order.
3
Will this have dlc ?
My favourite game ever that deserves a good remaster
I’d love to see a PC remaster of this game. Not a full remake/reimagining, just some modernized graphic options and gameplay improvements.
Lol I'm currently going for this platinum so this is hilarious for me.
Wait... Why is the game footage running at smooth 60fps?
It’s a shame this game is stuck in Konami jail. I feel like if they really tried, they could fin a way to make this game playable on modern consoles. But considering how this game was built specifically around the PS3 hardware and how much labor it’d take to rebuild the game for it to work on other platforms, I’m glad I still got my PS3 and collector’s edition of MGS4 😭
Love the vid, you guys rating of it and it's absolutely one of the best Metal Gear installments ever. Definitely one of my favorite games of all time. I'm one to enjoy the cut scenes in games so I thoroughly enjoyed it all, I remember thinking that this game looks like a ps4 game rather than a PS3 it's a masterpiece of game art.
I need a MG3 and 4 remaster on PS5
if any game deserves a re release/remake/remaster, its this game,
Had a blast with the online in this. I'd have to say this is right after snake eater as far as my favorite mgs
MGS is the greatest and will never be forgotten ♥️
Is this there for the ps4 now or are they just reviewing an old game??
I'm I the only one that got excited & thought we were getting a remastered. And is there a way to play this on PS5
That was my first thought too! Got so excited lol!
No way to play this on PS5/4 at the moment…time to search out the dusty PS3 ☺️
I wonder if they will remake this one. Never got to play it.
My time machine works!
The fight between liquid and snake will stay with you long after the credits? it stuck with me for 14 YEARS
How'd you capture mgs4?
Just bought a copy of this game on disc so it's still around on ebay and retail shops.
Hope this game will be in vol 2 of metal gear solid masters collection!
Solid snake is old but he was the best in the military better than an British SAS man.
First game is the real classic in this franchise!
Remake THIS. I bought a ps3 for this game. Its a masterpiece, and I just wish it were longer.
So hard to believe this was on PS3 hardware...truly amazing
How this was not remastered for the PS4 or has not been brought back for the PS5 is beyond me. This could literally print money. Better than The Last of Us part one in my opinion at least.
I agree but the problem is probably the Kojima-Konami feud.
My very first metal gear game was snake eater. Jumping from that to guns of the patriots, I was so. Freaking. CONFUSED!!! I was like “why is big boss snake so old now? Who the hell are all these side characters? Why is ocelot a maniac now? WHY ARE THERE TWO SNAKES???” Etc. I still loved the hell out of 4’s gameplay though.
Umm are they playing it on a pc emulator? Game in the video seems to be running at a lot higher fps.
What year is this?
I love this game having played thru multiple times
Stop hating you guys, even the ps3 is hard to find now
Luckily I still have mine
How to play this game on ps5 ?
I search on ps store
This game not available
It’s only on PS3.
When I finish this game I stood up and clapped for five minutes
What a pinnacle moment in gaming for me. I miss my PS3.
It convenient for me to get the real hardware and the game. There's a retro game shop that sells PS3s for $20 with no cords and controller, $75 for the console with all the cords and controller, and $200+ for backwards compatible model. The MGS4 game is there for $4 and there's multiple copies on the shelf. I'm assuming pretty much everyone who sold their PS3 there also had that game which explains why there are so many copies and why its so cheap.
This stings, knowing the Metal Gear franchise is long dead now.
Is this the Nintendo Wii version?
So glad I played at least one MGS all the way through as a kid
Wait… what year is this?
MGS 1-4 Remasters would be nice to happen on couple of years.. And remake of Metal Gear & MG2 Solid Snake combined ^^