slinkydevil Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Just over 2 weeks to go before release on this title. I've been looking forward to MGS4 and the reviews are starting to drip feed in now. The reviews look good. I'm away in June so will have to pick it up when I return, but it's something to look forward to and by then I'll know from the user base if it lives up to the hype. Release date: 12/06/08 Official Site: http://www.konami.jp/mgs4/uk/index.html * PlayStation Official Magazine (UK): 10/10 * PlayStation Official Magazine (US): 10/10 * PlayStation Official Magazine (Italy): 10/10 * PlayStation Official Magazine (Dutch): 9.6/10 * LEVEL (Sweden): 10/10 * Joypad (France): 19/20 * Jeuxvideo Magazine (France): 18/20 Gamepro Magazine: MGS4 it is, without a doubt, one of the greatest games of all time. 5/5 Scans from Gamepro here: http://forums.gametrailers.com/showthread.php?t=413419 1UP MGS4 Preview: http://www.1up.com/do/previewPage?cId=3167967&p=37 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.os Theory Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 looks very interesting, i'm hoping that you can play through a little less sneakily...that said I've read of 90min cutscenes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinkydevil Posted May 28, 2008 Author Share Posted May 28, 2008 looks very interesting, i'm hoping that you can play through a little less sneakily...that said I've read of 90min cutscenes! Yeah I'd heard that, but I think that rumour has been quashed (see below) - however I'm pretty sure they'll still be lengthy - always a gripe of mine on the previous versions, I guess it's just a style Konami have with this title. Update: The reviewer for GamePro who has played through MGS4 has left this comment about the 90 minute rumor. "I've beat the game twice, and am the author of the forthcoming [GamePro] review," Shuman said. "Ninety-minute-long cinemas in MGS4 sounds like an exaggeration. Like the other MGS games, MGS4 definitely has a cinematic quality. And yes, some of the cut-scenes in the game are elaborate and occasionally lengthy. But not a one, to my recollection, even approaches 90 minutes." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapperlin Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Anyone picked this up yet??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.os Theory Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 think i'm gonna wait a bit, but have just been looking at some footage and my interest has been raised a bit...looks a lot more action oriented ( if you want ) then the others... http://www.gamersyde.com/news_6627_en.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casino Crazy Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I've got it. Graphics are great but be prepared to watch rather than play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
House Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I've got it. Graphics are great but be prepared to watch rather than play. Who could possibly have seen that one coming? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casino Crazy Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I didn't want to give away spoilers. Drebin's weapon shop is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinkydevil Posted June 14, 2008 Author Share Posted June 14, 2008 Gamespot who usually hate PS3 games have given it a 10/10 Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is the most technically stunning video game ever made. It's also a fine example of storytelling prowess within its medium, combining gameplay and narrative so slickly and beautifully that it's impossible to extricate one from the other. It's likely you will emerge awestruck from your first play-through, wishing the experience would continue yet nonetheless satisfied with its conclusion. It's difficult not to sound hyperbolic when discussing MGS4 because every part of its design seemingly fulfills its vision, without compromise. There is no halfway. The Good: * A brilliant mixture of storytelling and gameplay * Mind-blowing audiovisual presentation * Tight and compelling shooting mechanics * Gratifying stealth mechanics * Lots of cool gadgets and weapons that you can tailor to your own style of play. The Bad: * Storytelling is heavy-handed * The single-player experience ends. http://www.gamespot.com/ps3/adventure/meta...id4/review.html Internet forum chatter is saying it's good. I really want the game but with 3 weeks in Bali next week I'll wait til I'm back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casino Crazy Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 Just finished it. It's the greatest game I have ever watched. Raiden's fight scenes were amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.os Theory Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 picked this up yesterday, just played through the first act and have to say I'm really enjoying it...i'm not a sneaky stealthy guy by choice and have been ploughing through guns blazing ( with much success )!!! Graphics are fantastic, the cutscenes are a bit on the loooong side ( but this was always a given knowing the series ), the sound is phenominal, and the actual shooting mechanics work really well...enjoying the new otco-suit and the other gadgets, gonna have a quick go on the online portion tonite see how that pans out. if you're into MGS then it's a must buy, if not then maybe pick it up on rental before forking out the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.os Theory Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 think i'm about halfway through now, jesus this game is good fanboys be prepared for act4 that's all i'm gonna say! I'm getting used to the cutscene length now, the story is fantastic and the transition between CGI and actual gameplay is quite simply stunning...can't wait to see what else is going to happen... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
When Skies Are Grey Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Is it a "worth buying a PS3 for" type of game.....I dont want to end up in Shenmui territory again!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.os Theory Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Is it a "worth buying a PS3 for" type of game.....I dont want to end up in Shenmui territory again!!!! To be honest has there ever been a single game that justifies the purchase of a console?!? I think it all depends on whether or not you've played and enjoyed the previous enstallments, it's definately a game that deserves to be played just for the experience ( I think all PS3 owners should definately pick it up and have a go as it really is only one of a handful of AAA exclusive titles ). I'm already looking forward to playing through again with some of the juicy weapons that i've collected . I'm yet to try the online modes ( i've tried to install the mandatory online install 6 times now and had it fail every single time... ), but i've heard they're supposed to be pretty good fun... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
When Skies Are Grey Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Is it a "worth buying a PS3 for" type of game.....I dont want to end up in Shenmui territory again!!!! To be honest has there ever been a single game that justifies the purchase of a console?!? ^^ see above and the great Dreamcast debarcle of 2000!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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