Rising Director: PS3 Version "Better Than Other Versions"

While Metal Gear Solid: Rising is coming to multiple platforms, the die-hard fans are thinking it might be best on the PS3.

There are multiple reasons for believing that, but perhaps they're right: according to a new interview with Rising director Shigenobu Matsuyama, the PS3 version will be better simply because it's the more powerful piece of hardware. The translation is broken but Matsuyama's intention is relatively clear, and he finishes as follows: "So it is natural that the PS3 version is better than the other two versions." One could assume it's all because of the PS3's capabilities, or one could remember this particular team is likely comprised of individuals who are much more familiar with Sony's hardware. Granted, Kojima is only a figurehead - of sorts - when it comes to this project; he isn't directly involved. But just about anything MGS from Kojima Productions just has to be best played on the PS3, yes?

It's all the worse for the other two platforms (Xbox 360, PC) if they're planning on ports. We're actually hoping they make the game from the ground up for all three platforms; nobody likes shoddy ports. But either way, if you have the option, it seems Metal Gear Solid: Rising for the PS3 is the right choice.

Related Game(s): Metal Gear Solid: Rising

Tags: metal gear solid, mgs, mgs rising, metal gear solid rising

3/10/2011 10:25:01 AM Ben Dutka

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OPHIDIAN
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:48:36 AM
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Day one purchase.

Not expecting anything near MGS4, but it is sure to be incredibly fun.

I have a PS3 and 360, I just prefer using the PS3. I'm glad to hear the best version is on the PS3.

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Lord carlos
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:52:54 AM
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Indeed it should be the best on PS3.
I doubt kojima would let anything other than near perfection be released with MGS in the title,in fact he's probably playing a build of the game right now making sure its sweet for all us MGS fanatics.

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OPHIDIAN
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:57:07 AM

Hope you're right.

If it gets Kojima's stamp of approval, it's guaranteed to be good.

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Temjin001
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:58:58 AM
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I think this is an easier said than done circumstance seeing that dozens of PS3 multi-plats have come up short in comparison to the 360 over the last few years (not as often these days). The PS3 is the more powerful machine, right? What's Ubisofts, EAs, and Activision's excuse for games like Assassin's Creed, Dragon Age: O, CoD etc not being up to 360's par?

Anyway, MGS is a PS series as far as I'm concerned, like Tekken, so I'll be gunning for the PS3 version.

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coverton341
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:04:54 AM

In all honesty, and this could be my conspiracy theorist coming out, I believe their excuse is that they don't want to piss off deep pockets.

It's not really a secret that Microsoft has a tonne of money and they aren't afraid to throw it around and give developers incentives for timed DLC, exclusive content, and other things of that nature.

When a company like Microsoft is flashing money around and has the PR power that they do, a business would naturally be inclined to give them a little extra attention.

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Excelsior1
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 12:38:30 PM

i have to agree with you as far as multiplats are concerned. games like you mentioned do look better on the 360. there are a lot more than that, too. there have been very few multiplats that look better on the ps3.

i can only think of 2. ff13, and castlevannia los. i do trust kojima to deliver on this promise, unlike so many other developers. ubisoft saying ac2 on the ps3 looked just as good as the 360 version is just a flat out lie.

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:05:32 PM

Kojima Pro has already proved they make better games on PS3. Lords of Shadow turned out much better on the PS3. Why would this be any different? Seriously, why does it seem you have an axe to grind when it comes to multiplats and the PS3? this isn't 2007 anymore and those games and devs you listed are natorious for making shoddy PS3 ports. Kojima Pro does no such thing.

Last edited by Jawknee on 3/10/2011 1:06:40 PM

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wolfsinner
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 4:36:34 PM

I'd just like to point out that the PS3 version of DA:O is better than the 360's.

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Temjin001
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 5:25:50 PM

thanks for the comments guys. and Jawknee, I don't understand your response, maybe you misunderstood me. Why hasn't many of the other mutliplat devs been able to come up with a "better" version of all of their multiplats? The PS3 is the more powerful machine, right?

Isn't that what everyone thought before the PS3 launched? Has that reasoning always been a clear indicator of a "better" multiplat game?
When the rubber met the road clearly there were more variables in play that affected multiplatform quality outside of "power." If anything it's a lack of effort on Sega's part (Bayonetta), Tryearch's part (Black Ops).

So please don't confuse my post with a reason to attack Kojima team, and I clearly declared that the PS3 version would be my platform of choice.
I too have confidence that MGS:Rising will at least be as good as the 360 version. I suspect the team will make few programming concessions for the game like many multiplatform devs do when factoring for the 360.

and btw, I doubt Kojima touched a line of code in LoS as Mercury Steam a euro team developed it.

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 6:01:58 PM

Kojima still played a major part in quality control. He supervised the project and made sure everything was top notch before it was released. I don't think you were attacking Kojima pro, I was simply pointing out that you're wrong in assuming "it's an easier said than done" thing when it comes to these guys. Your favorite site said LoS was better on the PS3, yes Mercury Steam developed the game but it was still a part of Kojima Productions. Given that, there is no reason to believe "it's an easier said than done" type of deal with these guys. I have no idea why Treyarch and others do such poor work. I would say laziness especially on the part of Treyarch since World at War wasn't a shoddy port yet Black Ops is. I also think Coverton has a point. MS has lots of money to throw around and given MS past of unethical behavior and bribes, it doesn't seems that far fetched that MS would throw a developer a little extra dough to make sure the 360 version is better.

Like I said, this isn't 2007 anymore and the differences in games is negligible. If Kojima Pro says Rising will be better on PS3 there is no reason not to believe them unless you have an axe to grind which it sometimes seems you do since you are the one constantly reminding us "how much better" multiplats are on the 360.

And you know as well as I do that we don't need "superior" multiplats to prove the PS3 is superior hardware. PS3 exclusives have already proved that point.

Last edited by Jawknee on 3/10/2011 6:04:36 PM

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Temjin001
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 7:32:22 PM

Bayonetta and Black Ops were both 2010. Disparities in multi-plats still exist today, Jawknee. And if IGN's recent hands on with Crysis 2 is to be believed, Crysis 2 will be another PS3 under performer.
I'm not trying to prove the power of the PS3, it's already common sense here isn't it? That's not the question.
If Kojima's help was highly involved right down to programming the lines of code, so be it. I doubt it, but I don't have any evidence their to know for certain, so I'll leave that point alone.

But why is it so difficult for you to wrap your mind around the idea that because the PS3 is so much more powerful why do we still see multiplats that come up below 360? The reasoning Shigenobu Matsuyama is using doesn't explain this phenomena. I say it's easier said than done because this generation, as a whole, has proven that as far as multiplats are concerned, it's easier to say PS3 multiplats are better, but obviously it's not so easy because there's so many PS3 under performers out there.. You just tried to narrow the scope of that statement towards Kojima Team alone where that was not my intention. Nice try =p

Oh, and btw, I think yours and Covertron's conspiracy theory can be logged in the book of weightless mythical accusations as far I'm concerned. And with any known evidence I can infer upon, both Sony and MS pay up money to make enhanced versions of multiplats (see Batman, see CoD map packs).
I'm not going to keep spinning my wheels so you can keep pace, Jawknee. I think I'll let you make your argumentative quips and I'll just deal with it because I'm getting tired of wearing these "kitty gloves" around your sensitivities.

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 8:21:25 PM

LOL! Who's being sensitive? You need to relax pal. The difference once again are NEGLIGIBLE!

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Temjin001
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 9:19:05 PM

...weak

no worries, Jawknee, I've got my ninja toys out and my panties are pressed and wrinkle free. now if you'll excuse me I've got to get my report ready for Fox news.

=p

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:13:50 PM

Seriously, your arrogance is getting old. Seems to me you just don't like it when I disagree with you since you think you know so much when you're actually just regurgitating the nonsense you read on biased websites. SO what if Bayonnaise and Black Ops were crappy ports? Vanquish and Lords of Shadow weren't. Those are also 2010 titles. And Crysis 2 is a terrible example, how many games has Crytek made for the PS3? Oh yea, that's right...zero. If Crysis 2 comes out as a bad port that's on Crytek. Doesn't mean the PS3 is inferior to the 360. That's the whole freaking point of this article. Kojima Pro knows the PS3 hardware. Crytek doesn't. These crappy ports fall squarely on the developer and their lack of knowledge and/or willingness to use the hardware in the correct way. You know this, you're just being smug in your views. So it's NOT such a "easier said than done" scenario now is it? You need to seriously think about your arrogance and learn that not everyone is going to agree with your highness. I have no problem with you disagreeing with me, seems you are the one who gets bent out of shape when I challenge your opinion, facts, logic what ever.

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Temjin001
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:27:42 PM

It's all in your head, champ.
who needs to calm down now? =p

Last edited by Temjin001 on 3/10/2011 10:27:58 PM

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:30:42 PM

Humble yourself Temji.

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Temjin001
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:50:52 PM

thanks, jawknee, I'll log "arrogance" next to the laundry list of other personal attacks and names you've called me.

Here we go:
Temjin001 according to Jawknee:

The panty wearing, arrogant, "self appointed gurus of game design" worshiping, Fox news idealist, who sounds like a rep from MS that plays with ninja toys and needs to grow up.

'thumps chest with fist'
I'm feeling it right here, man.

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 10:59:32 PM

Hey, most of that is just one guy giving another guy a hard time. Nothing personal. While some of it rings true as evidence of your arrogant attitude and your regurgitating of MS propaganda. You take my comments seriously enough to lock them away in your "chest", yet you have the gull to call me over sensitive?

This is why you need to relax. Here, I'll be nice. Sweet dreams cutie pie. :)

Oh, and...I never called you a Fox News Idealist. You're confusing me with someone else. I happen to think Fox does a decent job most of the time. O.o I also never called you a "self proclaiming guru of game design." I was talking about DF.

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Temjin001
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:39:22 PM

no, you claimed I liked things "fair and balanced"
Isn't that Fox News's mantra?
"self appointed gurus of game design" worshiping"
see the "worshiping," Jawknee? That's a verb. Think about it.

*sigh* yeah, I'm correcting you again ;)

and, ah, thanks for the goodnight kiss, sugar.

thanks for the volley of banter today, too (it was just a little fun ;)
I'm sure we gave some of the readers a nice show tonight ;)

Last edited by Temjin001 on 3/10/2011 11:39:47 PM

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:55:36 PM

You're drawing connections to my comment and Fox News that aren't there. I don't even remember saying that, not saying I didn't but I assure it you it had nothing to do with Fox. Don't take what I say say so personal. :)

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Temjin001
Friday, March 11, 2011 @ 2:05:09 AM

Now, now Jawknee, just stay down. You're beginning to make A2K78 look good =p

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coverton341
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:01:32 AM
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I file this under "I want MGS5 please"

I'll probably...(scratch that)...definitely be picking this up.

Like Ophidian, I am not expecting anything like MGS4 but it is without a doubt going to be a blast regardless.

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Clamedeus
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 12:08:36 PM

KB FTW!

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Snorge
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:01:44 AM
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I cant wait for this....Im a Metal gear fan and even though my beloved Snake isnt in this (unless there is some type of cameo) I think this still will be very fun!

Ok so it doesnt have stealth like we're use to but at least we know this ahead of time this time instead of them pulling a Meatl Gear Solid 2 on us and we dont find out until we actually play the game.

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slugga_status
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:03:25 PM

What do you mean? MGS2 had plenty of stealth elements

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Lawless SXE
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 4:22:31 PM

I think he means that Raiden was a colossal swerve, not that MGS2, and this, is without stealth elements.

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kraygen
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:03:06 AM
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From what I have seen of Rising I'm pretty sure it's going to be move compatible.

MGS: Move

All that slicing and dicing might actually be fun after all.

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SolidFantasy
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:12:50 AM
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Nice. Good to hear some news on Rising: the game of mixed feelings.

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GuyverLT
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:15:26 AM
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I'm getting this and Ninja Gaiden III two games I wish were coming out this year, but it's ok I'll be patient (or try at least).

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GuernicaReborn
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:57:00 AM

I don't think you really have a choice. Unless you plan on breaking into Kojima's studios, knocking on walls and throwing empty magazines, to steal rising, you gotta wait patiently with the rest of us.

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GuyverLT
Friday, March 11, 2011 @ 7:44:54 AM

Honestly..... I haven't the slightest what you're talking about, when you say "I don't think you really have a choice. Unless you plan on breaking into Kojima's studios, knocking on walls and throwing empty magazines, to steal rising, you gotta wait patiently with the rest of us".

So as for the waiting part...well believe or not I actually already knew that. What I said was an simply an expression of my excitement for these games that I would like to play THIS year, but I know neither is going too release no later than next year.

Last edited by GuyverLT on 3/11/2011 7:55:56 AM

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maxpontiac
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 12:44:41 PM
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It better be. Sony should be be putting a choke hold on some of these developers for not using the PS3 properly to maximize their software.

There is a reason my collection of games is becoming one of PS3 exclusivity.

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Oxvial
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:03:10 PM
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They don't fear MS rage, the Castlevania 360 version was inferior also 2 dvd's and they claimed why.

I expect the same of this.

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slugga_status
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:04:30 PM
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I'll wait and see. I have mixed thoughts about Rising. I want it because I'm a fan of the Metal Gear series. Yet simply saying it'll be better doesn't do much to me. I need visuals..Still can't wait for this game though

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:17:41 PM
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Shouldn't expect any less from a company like Kojima Productions.

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Excelsior1
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:44:04 PM

hey i said i do trust kojima productions to deliver on its promise. my axe to grind is the dozens of others that don't live up to that. you're right, it's gotten a lot better since 2007, but games like bayonetta were pretty recent releases. i still have not been able to get the taste out of my mouth.

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:53:48 PM

I wasn't talking to you. I was talking to Temji.

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Excelsior1
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 2:37:58 PM

sorry jawknee. i do share temji's view on multiplats in general, though. like i said before, i do trust kojima productions to deliver a superior ps3 version. btw, the castlevannia add ons are coming soon. good single player dlc is great. i loved los. it's a really deep game with a lot beatiful and varied vistas. loved the twist at the end, and the overall length of the game. certainly deserved a higher score here. i think it was a better overall game than gow3 in a lot of areas. loved the boss fight at the end with you know who. i even loved the music and voice acting. robert carylse and sir patrick stuart. good stuff.

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 3:08:02 PM

Indeed. He's not incorrect in stating that multiplats have not been the best on the PS3 in the past but he is incorrect in doubting that Kojima Pro will do what all those other, arguably, mediocre devs do. Especially when they have proven themselves with Lords of Shadow. He should know. His favorite site to quote is Digital Foundry and even they said the PS3 version had the upper hand.

I also liked Lords of Shadow quite a bit. More than I thought I would. I will likely be getting the DLC for it as I need a reason to go back to the game. :)

EDIT: I must apologize to you too. In rereading my post I can see how it was easy to think my comment was meant towards you. :)

Last edited by Jawknee on 3/10/2011 3:09:17 PM

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Jawknee
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 3:33:35 PM

I should rephrase this. He is incorrect in assuming Kojima Pro will do what those, arguably, mediocre devs have done in the past.

ugh...I need a cup of coffee.

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Qubex
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 9:07:58 PM

Expecting a superlative product here Jawk, should have very high production values as you say :)

Don't know when I can purchase it; all I know is that I am going to have one mighty large back catalogue to work through in the coming years... and I mean years...

Q!

"play.experience.enjoy"

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Kiryu
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 1:26:18 PM
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Yes these r how Multiplats r to be made using the system's potential to its max!

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nilos95
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 2:06:27 PM
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Since they got experience on the platform and the PS3 is slightly more powerful, it makes sense(and by the way, it's about time a dev did this), not to mention that it seems to be the primary development platform.

What bugs me is that PCs can be more powerful(Ok, PS3 is a beast but 2000$ hardware can top it) so maybe they somehow admit that it won't be a smooth port.

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ronny_rtw
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 2:48:42 PM
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I am really suprised to hear that. Today most game developers are not interested in doing an high quality port to PS3. Platinum Games have blamed themselfs with Bayonetta, but redeemed it with Vanquish.

I hope that it is true what they say. The announcement that MGS:Rising is coming to Xbox 360 was a huge let down for me. A watered down game for PS3 is almost in every case an inevitable consequence. Maybe the prove otherwise.

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Snaaaake
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 3:57:16 PM
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Can we please have a release date soon?

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WorldEndsWithMe
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 4:05:43 PM

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WorldEndsWithMe
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 4:05:35 PM
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I wonder if this will be reflected in the scores where the PS3 version always gets one tenth of a point less regardless. Oh well, its bargain bin for me anyway. I want Ninja Gaiden III.

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Lawless SXE
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 4:28:06 PM
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The sad thing is that ports from the PS3 generally turn out far better than ports to the PS3. Look at DMC4 and Burnout: Paradise for examples.

Well, it's good to hear that Kojima has indoctrinated his workers with the PS3 superiority mentality, and I hope that they can succeed in pushing the system as far as they can, while keeping it within the working limits of the 360. Multiple DVDs FTW! Or maybe we'll just get some longer cutscenes. >.>
I'd really like to know what Kojima himself is working on.
Peace.

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just2skillf00l
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 8:11:10 PM
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Just how good was MGS4. I feel like I've missed out on something major on Sony's machine...and for the record I don't like being left out the looop.

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Lawless SXE
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 8:31:04 PM

The best game until Uncharted 2 came along.

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SvenMD
Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 11:46:59 PM

Lawless, that is a perfect answer.

@ justalongnamewithnumbers- if you liked any of the other MGS games, you will like MGSIV. The story is great, ties up alot of lose ends. The gameplay is phenomenal. And the graphics are tight. And the octocamo is wicked sweet. That's about as many different words as I can come up with to say that the game is worth it!!

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___________
Friday, March 11, 2011 @ 1:33:26 AM
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sigh.
another lazy PC port!
pass!

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acdramon
Sunday, March 13, 2011 @ 3:07:00 PM
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I'm new here so this being my first post I'll get to the point, When new that the MGS brand would hit Xbox I was shaken. Like the countless posts I read on just this tread alone and from experience, multiplat games go down a bad raod on PS3's behalf. But I have faith in Hideo Kojima ( even though he isn'the head of Rising) and Kojima Pro. in terms of quality the have produced some of the best games on the market. I expect no less (and i'm ot even going to get started on _______'s posts I've been reading before I made an account and he seems like Mr. Buzzkillington if you know what I mean).

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