Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops +

Big Boss returns to battle in this all-new MGS action game for the PSP system, where players control the original Snake throughout the game as well as...
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7
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Game Overview

Big Boss returns to battle in this all-new MGS action game for the PSP system, where players control the original Snake throughout the game as well as recruit and use their own squadron of mercenaries. In addition to a full-fledged single player mode set after the events of MGS3: Snake Eater, the game's multiplayer modes let players take their custom squad online to do battle across new levels, featuring a unique "White Flag" mechanic that will allow players to fight to the death or surrender to compete again.

The Good

Excellent, thought-provoking story capably reveals much more about Snake, Complex, open-ended gameplay has been updated to best suit a portable game, Fully featured multiplayer options include game sharing, online play, and more, Excellent presentation, including superb graphics, sound, music, and speech, High replay value.

The Bad

It's missing MGS3's incredible 3D cutscenes, full speech, and blood effects, Complicated control scheme has a steep learning curve.

The Bottom Line

In addition to a full-fledged single player mode set after the events of MGS3: Snake Eater, the game's multiplayer modes let players take their custom squad online to do battle across new levels, featuring a unique "White Flag" mechanic that will allow players to fight to the death (with your valuable squad on the line if you lose) or surrender to compete again.

Big Boss returns to battle in this all-new MGS action game for the PSP system. Set in 1970, the game acts as a missing link in the ongoing Metal Gear Solid narrative, as players learn more about returning characters such as Para-Medic, Major Zero and Sigint and also witness Big Boss' greatest tragedy -- one that sets into motion the events of later games in the series' timeline. Portable Ops introduces a new team building mechanic that brings additional depth and gameplay variety to the series -- players can now capture and recruit characters and train them to be part of their army to help Snake on his mission! The game also features fully-voiced cut scenes with original artwork by acclaimed visualist Ashley Wood.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
90/100
score

Just what the PSP needed, this latest Metal Gear delivers on all fronts with an excellent story, a deep campaign, and a complete set of multiplayer features.

GameZone review logo
90/100
score

An action game worthy of Snake's name, and one of the best games yet on the PSP.

IGN review logo
90/100
score

The GPS and WiFi scanning feature is excellently implemented, the online and single player modes are deep, and there are plenty of things to do by tracking down and recruiting new soldiers from various places.

Character Profiles

Solid Snake

Solid Snake
Also known as: David, Iroquois Pliskin, Old Snake Hero of the extremely popular stealth/action series published by Konami. Enjoying a career spanning three decades, Solid Snake has managed to become one of the most popular espionage agents in the world.

Game Specs

Memory
192 kb

Modes
Deathmatch, Full Mission Single-Player, Story, Team Battle, Versus

 

Wireless
Game Sharing, Wi-Fi Compatible (Ad Hoc), Wi-Fi Compatible (Infrastructure)

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "M"
This game is Rated: Mature
Content is most suitable for persons ages 17 and up. This game is likely to contain violence and blood, suggestive themes, or strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Animated Blood, Suggestive Themes, Violence
 
Game Info
Platform:Sony Playstation Portable
Release Date:12/5/2006
Publisher:Konami
Developer:Kojima Productions
Genre:Action
ESRB Rating:M
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Game Quality Ratings
Overall
7
Gameplay
7
Graphics
8
Sound
7.5
Concept
7
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
7/10

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