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[Risk Breaker]

Peace Walker has some of the best gameplay I've had in my PSP ever. If only the thing had a second stick it would be perfect, and even so I got used to using the buttons to move the camera pretty fast and easy.

The tranq gun is pretty broken since MGS2, but the challenge in PW is getting S-Rank, and the MK22 doesn't help much in that case.

I don't get why people diss Kojima so much, his stories were always crazy as fuck and had some "bad" points (those genetics in MGS1, dat AI in MGS2, those bad guys in MGS3) yet it looks like some people only realized that with MGS4. Did you grow too old for the franchise or something?

 

[AwShucks]

As a huge fan of Metal Gear I have to say that outside of MGS1 all the stories are pretty bad. And even MGS1 is fairly bad at times, it's just written better than the others I guess.

On that note, I must be a stupidly die hard fanboy because I even loved POOPS. But I was a sucker for the cutscene style it and PW used, so maybe that was partly the reason.

And anyone that doesn't like PW is just insane, that game is amazing.

 

[Despera]

Your bodies are simply not ready for the Kamiya touch.

Definitely one of the best.

This rumor is too good to be true.

Will you announce Metal Gear Solid 5? <-- NO

http://www.andriasang.com/e/blog/2011/05/27/kojima_questions/

Huge MGS fan here, but I gotta say... Hallelujah!

Crossing my fingers for a ZoE 3 announcement. That's gotta be what Kojima's been working on all this time. Either that or a new Snatcher, which still is a better announcement than a new MGS game.

 

[Rahxephon91]

As a huge fan of Metal Gear I have to say that outside of MGS1 all the stories are pretty bad. And even MGS1 is fairly bad at times, it's just written better than the others I guess.

I disagree immensely.

Two is a convoluted but fascinating story about the internet and what it's effects will be, among other things. It's got some crazy story elements sure, but a lot of it very interesting. It says a lot about control and does what Bioshock did before Bioshock.

Three is a very intriguing personal story. The Boss is a great "character" and her relationship with Snake is amazingly well done.

People always complain about MGS having stupid stuff in it. It does and I like that. It's a fantasy military game. I think Jeremy Parish is correct when he compares it to GI Joe. It is grounded in fantasy realism, these things have some sort of realism to them, but powers and shit aren't crazy in the MGS world. It's awesome to me.

So my problems with MGS4 storywise, or at least the big one to me is how Kojima feels the need to pile on what I feel is worthless stuff and I just want to point out the big one to me. It's the Ocelot deal. It's lame and the story had already given a logical reason(within the MGS universe) for it to happen(son of the Sorrow). It to me always felt like Kojima was trying to force a Boss type reaction again. He was trying to make as feel like "holy shit he did all this, what a noble dude!" But it never worked for me, it dosen't make any sense and quite honestly ruins aspects of the story. I'm not going to get into all the little plot points, because quite honestly I don't remember them all right now.

And then in PW you find out more about the Boss and her mission and it just feels like these additions are there so there can just be even more twists regarding what happen 3. Regardless of the fact that they in my opinion take away from how good the Boss was. And then the further twists regarding the Support crew of MGS3 again feel like pointless twists for the sake of twists. They don't make much sense as we know what happen in 3 and they also don't make me care about it either.

 

[beastmode]

So my problems with MGS4 storywise, or at least the big one to me is how Kojima feels the need to pile on what I feel is worthless stuff and I just want to point out the big one to me. It's the Ocelot deal. It's lame and the story had already given a logical reason(within the MGS universe) for it to happen(son of the Sorrow). It to me always felt like Kojima was trying to force a Boss type reaction again. He was trying to make as feel like "holy shit he did all this, what a noble dude!" But it never worked for me, it dosen't make any sense and quite honestly ruins aspects of the story. I'm not going to get into all the little plot points, because quite honestly I don't remember them all right now.

Well, that "son of the Sorrow" explanation is true during MGS2. Afterwards he removes Liquid's arm and gets a synthetic one, then hypnotizes himself for MGS4.

 

[Wazzim]

MGS4 on PC sounds like a great way to replay the game.

 

[jg4xchamp]

I'd call that great news.

MGS ridiculousness(especially it's enemies) with a platinum games combat scheme? That would kick ass.

Hopefully it's true. Either way MG: Rising could be cool. Wasn't it initially the zone of the enders people doing it?

 

[overcast]

Kamiya directing this would be a beautiful thing. Guy knows how to make great games.

 

[gofreak]

So, just to catch-up : there's been no denial of this stuff yet?

If not, that's a telling sign. I'm sure Kojima would have no problem debunking this on Twitter if it weren't true. As per the last podcast with the clear yes/no answers to things he could address, he's happy to deny things in order to manage expectations.

 

[Discotheque]

Your bodies are simply not ready for the Kamiya touch.

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

 

[jg4xchamp]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

2nd this

 

[rvy]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

I hope you're not a minority. I agree.

 

[Lime]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

That's not very controversial at all. I think most would agree with this.

 

[EatChildren]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

Kojima wasn't directing Rising anyway.

 

[DECK'ARD]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

I don't think many people would argue with that.

 

[Kunan]

Odd that it states MGS1-4 going to PC, but doesn't mention PC in the list of platforms for MGS5

 

[beastmode]

Odd that it states MGS1-4 going to PC, but doesn't mention PC in the list of platforms for MGS5

gotta be a mistake, no way konami would do MGS1-4 + Rising on PC and not 5

 

[Ushojax]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

I don't think it's a minority at all. Kamiya is a much better designer and has produced a more varied slate than Kojima.

 

[brotkasten]

gotta be a mistake, no way konami would do MGS1-4 + Rising on PC and not 5

MGS5 PC could simply get a late release, like the Assassin's Creed games.

 

[ArjanN]

MGS5 PC could simply get a late release, like the Assassin's Creed games.

I think MGS 5 is still a year or two off either way.

 

[Ganondorfo]

Kamiya will make a better metal gear game than kojima. I dont think hideo will like that.

 

[jett]

I thought MGS2's plot was kinda brilliant. The execution isn't perfect, but there's so much ambition and creativity in there. I'll take something like that a million times over an attempt at fanboy-pleasing drivel like MGS4.

I haven't played Peace Walker, but I did spoil the ending for myself a while ago.

Spoiler

The Boss comes back as her spirit embodied in a giant metal gear or some shit?

:lol I'm gonna have to agree somewhat with Mr. Saxophone here. Kojima has lost his shit.

 

[radioheadrule83]

I thought MGS2's plot was kinda brilliant. The execution isn't perfect, but there's so much ambition and creativity in there. I'll take something like that a million times over an attempt at fanboy-pleasing drivel like MGS4.

Forcing the player to take control of another character, and the whole Ghost in the Shell vibe of the AI aspect of the story was interesting and creative maybe, but the story in general, was an abomination imo. It gave me the impression that Kojima and chums thought the series was much more clever and high-art than it actually was or needed to be.

MGS4 was only drivel because it tried to reconcile the horrible plot of MGS2 with the other games (MGS1 + 3). That and the whole thing with Johnny. And Drebin constantly talking.

 

[Retro_]

The tranq gun is pretty broken since MGS2, but the challenge in PW is getting S-Rank, and the MK22 doesn't help much in that case.
?

Tranq Gun doesn't compare to how strong hold up is in the game

and that does help alot in getting S ranks

That was my biggest problem with the game, hold up being as strong as it was made it waaay too easy.

Only challenging non boss missions were S Ranking the perfect stealth missions co-op, but even that only took a few tries(was fun as shit though)

 

[Sub_Level]

I thought MGS2's plot was kinda brilliant. The execution isn't perfect, but there's so much ambition and creativity in there. I'll take something like that a million times over an attempt at fanboy-pleasing drivel like MGS4.

I haven't played Peace Walker, but I did spoil the ending for myself a while ago.

Spoiler

The Boss comes back as her spirit embodied in a giant metal gear or some shit?

:lol I'm gonna have to agree somewhat with Mr. Saxophone here. Kojima has lost his shit.

Agree with everything you said. MGS2 acts pretentious but this is one of those rare cases where the snob actually has some substance to back the elitism up. It's presentation is among the worst in any videogame but it's fourth-wall breaking and existential themes create a story that simply could not be done in any other medium.

 

[BIONIC-ARRRMMM!!]

Agree with everything you said. MGS2 acts pretentious but this is one of those rare cases where the snob actually has some substance to back the elitism up. It's presentation is among the worst in any videogame but it's fourth-wall breaking and existential themes create a story that simply could not be done in any other medium.

Can you explain a bit? 'Cause I have to disagree.

 

[jackdoe]

Can you explain a bit? 'Cause I have to disagree.

The way the story is presented is pretty bad, i.e. through half-hour long codec calls, but the concepts and ideas that were presented in some of those final codec calls were actually quite intriguing.

 

[jett]

Forcing the player to take control of another character, and the whole Ghost in the Shell vibe of the AI aspect of the story was interesting and creative maybe, but the story in general, was an abomination imo. It gave me the impression that Kojima and chums thought the series was much more clever and high-art than it actually was or needed to be.

MGS4 was only drivel because it tried to reconcile the horrible plot of MGS2 with the other games (MGS1 + 3). That and the whole thing with Johnny. And Drebin constantly talking.

An abomination? Not at all. An abomination is Johnny getting married to Meryl. MGS2 might be Kojima trying to be more clever than he actually is, but I enjoyed what he tried to do.

MGS4 is drivel for too many reasons.

Agree with everything you said. MGS2 acts pretentious but this is one of those rare cases where the snob actually has some substance to back the elitism up. It's presentation is among the worst in any videogame but it's fourth-wall breaking and existential themes create a story that simply could not be done in any other medium.

I heavily disagree with what I bolded, but I really do enjoy the experimental nature of the game.

 

[Dambrosi]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

What on earth do you mean, minority? You'll find few who disagree with you in this thread.

And objectively, just in terms of the quality of their respective outputs, I can find no fault with your argument..

 

[Sammy Samusu]

"possibly 3DS"

Capcom is testing us again, goddammit! Guess I'll have to buy Snake Eater.

 

[BurritoBushido]

Smells like total bullshit. Quit playing games with my heart

 

[O.DOGG]

What I wouldn't give for a PC port of MGS3!

 

[jett]

What I wouldn't give for a PC port of MGS3!

God yes. With customizable controls plz.

 

[BIONIC-ARRRMMM!!]

Damn, I really want the Kamiya rumor to be true!!
I've gained so much respect for him after I played Bayonetta and saw the games he directed in the past (Hint: They're all some of the best games of all time).
I'm sure he'll do an amazing job blending stealth and action, they just have to leave the story to KP and this may become my favorite game of all time. I LOVE Raiden

Spoiler

though I prefer him in 2 more than 4 lol, too emo for my taste

 

[∀ Narayan]

God yes. With customizable controls plz.

It would be great if a port was given MGS4's controls and moveset.

 

[kamspy]

If Snake Eater does not come to Steam, I'm going to take your life with my bare hands OP.

 

[Always-honest]

So does that have anything to do with the tweet of dissapointment?

 

[pirata]

I'm most excited about the mod possibilities for MGS3 and MGS4. Or rather, I would be excited. I guess I shouldn't get my hopes up way too much...


EDIT:

So does that have anything to do with the tweet of dissapointment?

I don't think so. Kojima had very little to do with Rising's development, and none of the other parts of the rumor really fit with his tweet, either. I think the general consensus is that his tweet had something to do with a weird visual novel project he was planning completely separate from Metal Gear.

 

[TreIII]

This wait for this Konami conference next week is going to be some kinda painful. :lol

All I really want is Kamiya confirmation. If I get that, I'll instantly care more for Rising. If not, then I can move on, and wait to see whatever is the "wonderful" thing Kamiya is working on.

 

[RockmanWhore]

It would be great if a port was given MGS4's controls and moveset.

MGS 3 with MGS 4 controls would be so good.

 

[Verendus]

http://www.andriasang.com/e/blog/2011/05/27/kojima_questions/

Are you planning something big for Metal Gear's 25th anniversary next year? <-- YES

Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake complete remakes in HD, thanks. Nothing else needs to be done after that.

 

[Nemo]

Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake complete remakes in HD, thanks. Nothing else needs to be done after that.

2D or 3D?

 

[Goon Boon]

2D or 3D?

Either or is good enough for me.

 

[BIONIC-ARRRMMM!!]

2D or 3D?

2D playa, Rearmed style oh yeah

 

[Nemo]

Either or is good enough for me.

It'd be nice in 3D as well but it'd have to change or ditch some scenarios otherwise it'd feel like MGS1 too much. Also if they do 3D I hope they have the top down style fixed camera

 

[Verendus]

2D or 3D?

3D. Complete overhaul. I've never played them and would love to if they're updated. At least, he can't bastardise anything in them. Story is already there. Gameplay mechanics, environments and so forth will just need to be upgraded.

 

[Nemo]

3D. Complete overhaul. I've never played them and would love to if they're updated. At least, he can't bastardise anything in them. Story is already there. Gameplay mechanics, environments and so forth will just need to be upgraded.

Story wise? He probably could change some things, and he probably would (edit, I think he'd actually have to change some things because he retconned it later on but I could be wrong)

But they're great games, feel way ahead of their time too. You should try 'em sometime anyway, you can really see how MGS1 came to be

 

[rvy]

3D. Complete overhaul. I've never played them and would love to if they're updated. At least, he can't bastardise anything in them. Story is already there. Gameplay mechanics, environments and so forth will just need to be upgraded.

Yeah, you keep telling yourself that. Kojima has said that he's not interested in remaking anything btw. And I'm glad.

Since we're at it, and I don't get tired of repeating myself, Solid Snake is the best MG(S) game ever created.

 

[jj984jj]

Probably in the minority here but I find him to be a much much better developer than Kojima.

Minority maybe in terms of mainstream recognition, I doubt we'll be seeing Kamiya in Time soon, but not on a board like this.

 

[Verendus]

Story wise? He probably could change some things, and he probably would (edit, I think he'd actually have to change some things because he retconned it later on but I could be wrong)

But they're great games, feel way ahead of their time too. You should try 'em sometime anyway, you can really see how MGS1 came to be

I probably will if there's nothing in a year or so. I have a few games I need to play before that though. Backlog has built up a fair amount.

Yeah, you keep telling yourself that. Kojima has said that he's not interested in remaking anything btw. And I'm glad.

Since we're at it, and I don't get tired of repeating myself, Solid Snake is the best MG(S) game ever created.

He says a lot of things.