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Metal Gear Solid

Overview

Early 21st Century. An incident that rocks the US Government takes place. The classified weapon and nuclear-launching bipedal tank Metal Gear has fallen into the hands of terrorists. Seven years after the fiasco at Outer Heaven involving the original Metal Gear, the US Government calls in Solid Snake to neutralize the terrorist threat. You must use stealth tactics and undercover espionage to defeat the hostile empire. The fate of the World lies in your hands...

Go undercover as the legendary Solid Snake as you infiltrate the GLF terrorist organization and regain control of Metal Gear.

Embark on a highly classified mission containing 50+ stages of espionage action and suspense.

Hone your skills and prepare yourself for the unknown with over 180 different VR Training missions.

Challenge your friends to an intense round of hide-and-seek Metal Gear-style in the all new VS Battle mode. (Game Link cable required)

Build up an arsenal of weaponry to help you out the hostile terrorists.

Publishers
Konami
Alternate Names
  • Metal Gear: Ghost BabelJapanFlag of Japan region

Media

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