It is said that Metal Gear Solid 4 is the game that made people want to buy the PS3. The graphics are near perfect, the movements are so lifelike you forget the game is animated, and the voices are absolutely perfect it feels like real life. In addition to supreme graphics, the soundtrack to the game is also bone chilling and adds to the overall gaming element. Many XBOX fans were disappointed that MGS4 would be a PS3 exclusive. In addition, MGS4 simply does not disappoint. Playing it is like reliving his story all over, and even some characteristics of the game involve reminiscent  qualities from previous games in the series.

The Cinematics

Yes, the Cinematics of this game are long, but truly touching and perfect. The quality of the in-game cut scenes are even superior to real movies themselves. Playing MGS4 is comparable to reading a novel you simply cannot quit, but with this you become visually immersed. The graphics are cutting edge, and the surround sound adds to it. These cut scenes are not to be missed; they hold crucial background information that will allow you progress through the game easily and armed with plenty of storyline that is necessary for complete comprehension.

Extras During Gameplay

Gameplay doesn’t end when you beat the game. MGS4 has broken the barriers of simply completing a game and moving on, with this Metal Gear title, you experience the game. After completing it once through, you can unlock harder difficulty levels, stronger weapons, and you can work to find the hidden itunes scattered around the game.

About The Actual Gameplay

Since the Metal Gear games are traditionally “stealth adventure”, you need to keep that in mind when playing. The goal is not to kill everything you can, because that will eventually cause more trouble than its worth. Instead, remain quite, semi-anonymous, and avoid confrontation on the battlefield. Same goes for boss battles!

As an award winning PS3 exclusive title, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is simply not a game to be missed by anyone!