Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain serves as the thrilling sequel to Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes and a captivating prequel to the iconic original Metal Gear. This installment features a rich narrative packed with cinematic cutscenes, though they are fewer and more concise than in previous entries of the series. Most gameplay elements from Ground Zeroes seamlessly transition into this title; it remains an action-packed game with a strong focus on stealth. However, it breaks away from the traditional linear level design of earlier installments, presenting expansive open-world settings that grant players unprecedented freedom in their approach. The immersive world is enhanced by a dynamic day and night cycle, alongside a variety of weather conditions that affect enemy behavior, visibility, and sound. Additionally, players can sabotage or destroy specific structures, impacting other regions of the map, adding layers of strategic gameplay.

Set in the year 1984, nine years after the dramatic events of Ground Zeroes, the narrative showcases mercenary leader Venom Snake as he embarks on a thrilling quest for revenge in Soviet-controlled Afghanistan and the Angola–Zaire border region. Driven by vengeance against those who obliterated his forces and nearly took his life at the explosive conclusion of Ground Zeroes, Venom Snake’s journey promises intense action and deep storytelling.