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Product Overview

• Product Name: Metal Gear Solid [Long Box]
• New or Used: Used
• In Case or Loose: In Case
• Overall Condition: Like New
• Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
• Notes:

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What's Included

• PS1 Game Disc: Yes
• Disc Count: 2
• Manual / Instructions: Yes
• Case Artwork: Yes
• Case Type: 2-Disc Longbox, OEM/Original
• Extras:

Game Description

Few games have ever blended cinematic storytelling, gameplay innovation, and emotional depth as seamlessly as Metal Gear Solid. Released in 1998 for the PlayStation 1 and developed by Konami, this stealth-action masterpiece follows Solid Snake—a veteran operative called back into service to thwart a nuclear threat on Shadow Moses Island. As he infiltrates a terrorist stronghold led by the rogue FOXHOUND unit, Snake must uncover a conspiracy that stretches far beyond the battlefield, one that questions loyalty, identity, and the true cost of warfare.

Metal Gear Solid revolutionized gaming by introducing a sophisticated stealth system that encouraged creativity over brute force. Using shadows, sound, and clever tactics, players sneak past guards, disable security systems, and engage in boss battles that blend strategy with spectacle. The game’s sharp writing and cinematic direction—complete with voice acting, motion capture, and film-inspired camera work—created a level of immersion previously unseen on consoles. Its unforgettable cast of characters, including Revolver Ocelot, Sniper Wolf, and Liquid Snake, made every encounter feel like part of a grand espionage thriller.

Decades later, Metal Gear Solid still stands as one of the most important and influential games ever made. It transformed the action genre, elevated storytelling in video games, and laid the foundation for modern cinematic design. For collectors and fans of classic PlayStation titles, this is not merely a piece of history—it’s a masterpiece that defined what interactive entertainment could become.

Gameplay Features

• Stealth-based action emphasizing infiltration, distraction, and creative problem solving
• Play as Solid Snake on a high-stakes mission to stop a nuclear catastrophe
• Complex, character-driven narrative exploring ethics, technology, and human nature
• Boss battles that combine cinematic design with tactical depth and puzzle-solving
• Innovative use of sound, radar, and camera angles to heighten immersion
• Legendary presentation featuring motion capture, voice acting, and orchestral scoring

Historical Trivia or Fun Fact

Directed by Hideo Kojima, Metal Gear Solid elevated the stealth genre into a storytelling powerhouse. Its cinematic influences—from military thrillers to psychological drama—reshaped how players experienced narrative-driven games. Many of its iconic moments, such as the mind-bending battle with Psycho Mantis or the heart-wrenching duel with Sniper Wolf, are now etched into gaming history.

The game’s success established Metal Gear Solid as a flagship franchise for Konami and helped usher in an era where games could rival Hollywood films in drama and presentation. Its blend of espionage, emotion, and innovation made it a defining title for the PlayStation generation—and a crown jewel in any serious retro game collection.

Additional Details

• Variant: Black Label
• Genre: Action Adventure
• Year Released: 1998
• Publisher: Konami
• Developer: Konami
• ESRB Rating: M - Mature
• UPC: 083717170631
• SKU: 5365862
• Format: Sony PlayStation 1 (PS1) video game disc
• Platform: Sony PlayStation 1 console (PS1 system)
• Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)

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