Added: 14.09.2015 3:20 | 49 views | 0 comments


Matt at Codec Moments writes: "Its been over 5 years since the release of the last major instalment in the Metal Gear franchise on the PSP, and a lots happened in gaming tech and innovation in that time. Hopes and dreams have been placed with Hideo Kojima and his team that they would keep the high standards weve come to expect from their work. Have they kept us waiting for the best game since Snake Eater, or is Metal Gear Solid V more like Sons of Liberty and likely to disappoint the hardcore faithful?"

Added: 13.09.2015 8:21 | 40 views | 0 comments


NZGamer: nami have had an interesting year thus far. Alongside announcing plans to focus on free-to-play mobile games, Hideo Kojima is reportedly leaving the company, they cancelled Silent Hills, and are allegedly utilising surveillance to keep an eye on employees. Despite undergoing a period of upheaval, their most recent financial report for the quarter ending June 2015 show increased revenue and profits attributed to investment in mobile gaming. But what does the future hold for a company seemingly hell-bent on turning their backs on the gaming experiences and fans which put them into the financial position they currently enjoy?

Added: 13.09.2015 3:17 | 34 views | 0 comments


Gary Marston writes: "Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain isnt just another entry to Hideo Kojimas world-class canon; its an ambitious statement of a video game. A game which begins with David Bowies The Man Who Sold the World clearly exudes a certain amount of confidence and as the songs powerful lyrics begin to raise early themes of existentialism and humanity, players will get their long-awaited first glimpse of Kiefer Sutherlands Snake in action (upon second reading, I realise that sounds a bit like a euphemism). The song isnt just bog-standard contextualising filler either; it is one of many cleverly constructed layers that develop throughout the course of the 50-hour campaign. The genius of Hideo Kojima strikes in emphatic style, making Metal Gear Solid V the standout title of the year."

Added: 12.09.2015 3:19 | 10 views | 0 comments


Baden of WGB: "The dismissal of Hideo Kojima has brought with it cries that while Metal Gear Solid may live on through Konami, it will never truly be the beloved franchise again, which in some ways is almost disrespectful to the many, many people who actually make the game behind the scenes and will likely continue on with the series. Kojima may provide much of the vision, but undoubtedly he also just said yes or no to many ideas brought to him. and trusted his team. Still, without the man himself it is quite likely that Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain will be the last true Metal Gear Solid game, especially with Konami involved, a company which, and lets be honest here, has proven itself to be somewhatwell, stupid. So, if this is really the final proper Metal Gear game does it do justice to the insane series? Has Kojima gone out with a bang?"

Added: 12.09.2015 3:17 | 33 views | 0 comments


GameRevolution: "It was unfathomable when Hideo Kojima had a dramatic break-up with Konami. Working together for 28 years didn't seem to matter as both the legendary Metal Gear creator and Japanese publisher split paths in a way that left gamers in shock. No official reason has been given for the break up, but the recent release of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain offers a clue as to what happened. The initial wave of acclaim following MGSV: The Phantom Pain's release has been largely replaced with discussion about how its story didn't live up to expectationsas a Metal Gear fan I certainly agree. Although its superb presentation and gameplay challenge any notion that it isn't a great game, fans expecting a mind-blowing conclusion to the Metal Gear saga anywhere near as interesting as the pre-release hype (i.e. Moby Dick Studios) have been left scratching their heads."

Added: 12.09.2015 0:17 | 11 views | 0 comments


Baden of WGB: "The dismissal of Hideo Kojima has brought with it cries that while Metal Gear Solid may live on through Konami, it will never truly be the beloved franchise again, which in some ways is almost disrespectful to the many, many people who actually make the game behind the scenes and will likely continue on with the series. Kojima may provide much of the vision, but undoubtedly he also just said yes or no to many ideas brought to him. and trusted his team. Still, without the man himself it is quite likely that Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain will be the last true Metal Gear Solid game, especially with Konami involved, a company which, and lets be honest here, has proven itself to be somewhatwell, stupid. So, if this is really the final proper Metal Gear game does it do justice to the insane series? Has Kojima gone out with a bang?"