Metal Gear Solid 4 is IMPOSSIBLE!

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

yea this game isnt for everyone someone should of warned u. apparantly only fans of the series would really know whats going on and appriciate the cutscenes. and as for difficulty the game isnt that bad. try putting it on a easier difficulty. the game is good man probaly one of my favorite on PS3

Does no one read the game manual anymore?:?

And yeah it would help if you bought the MGS:Essential Collection before playing so those cutscenes will make more sense.:P

On the map it will have a little icon of where you want to go, also that is the tutorial it prompts what you need to do.wooooode

Ya but how do I get around? I always alert a large group of them then die.

Btw, I love your avatar!

[QUOTE="wooooode"]On the map it will have a little icon of where you want to go, also that is the tutorial it prompts what you need to do.FDs-Nemesis

Ya but how do I get around? I always alert a large group of them then die.

Btw, I love your avatar!

in the begining u dont wanna be seen because u really cant take down the Gekko (big walking tank things) so u gotta be sneaky and if u get seen then run until the alert status is lifted. after that opening part though ur free to play as you want although i find it easier to just sneak around taking guys out quietly.

yea dude it was my first too and i hated it the first time i tried playing but once you get the ottobot or what ever it gets better and yea lots of cutscenes but they are cool and run from the two legged cow things haha once you get the hang of it it becomes like crack to a crackhead or it does to some not everyone like someone said above me

[QUOTE="wooooode"]On the map it will have a little icon of where you want to go, also that is the tutorial it prompts what you need to do.FDs-Nemesis

Ya but how do I get around? I always alert a large group of them then die.

Btw, I love your avatar!

You gotta stay hidden and move in the shadows and and sneak around. If you're havin that much trouble try an easier difficulty run. Cuz you will run into way harder spots later. Takes some getting used to but what game doesn't. Its really fun if you just give it a chance. Once you get an arsenal of weapons built up you don't have to sneak anymore. You can just run and gun.

Also if you're stuck on a part of the game, look up that part on youtube. And you'll see people playing that part flawlessly. Should tell you ways to approach the scene.

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

FDs-Nemesis

Does no one read the game manual anymore?:?

And yeah it would help if you bought the MGS:Essential Collection before playing so those cutscenes will make more sense.:P

Vyse_Legends

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

FDs-Nemesis

[QUOTE="wooooode"]On the map it will have a little icon of where you want to go, also that is the tutorial it prompts what you need to do.FDs-Nemesis

Ya but how do I get around? I always alert a large group of them then die.

Btw, I love your avatar!

Someone should have told you it's a stealth game. It's a stealth game btw.

What can I say MGS4 is only for people who actually understand the game and have experience, sort of the classic resident evil series, where pretty much if you don't your surroundings, you aren't going to get that far. Complaining about the installs and the cutscenes...tsk..tsk...I already know where this is going.

Don't worry its a great game you just have to use to it... It was my first MGS game and I thought it was awesome don't give up my friend its worth every second...

Almost all games have mandatory installs that make the game run smoother btw.

Also, it probably would've helped if you played the previous MGS games so you would have some background info and would be sort of used to the controls, but if you didn't then you aren't missing out on a ton (except 3 great games). The game is very cutscene-heavy, but if you like the story it's not too bad. Once you get used to the controls you'll like the game a lot more.

dont give up on this game yet. it really sucks to see people give up on this game the first time. its real fun if you get around the learning curve. i got into it right away though. just make sure whatever you do, dont waste your time playing online.

and yeah youre not going to like the cutscenes if you have no experience with the previous mgs games. i played mgs3 only which has less to do with mgs4 than the other games but i found the cutscenes to be perfect. sometimes boring but sometimes epic.

[QUOTE="wooooode"]On the map it will have a little icon of where you want to go, also that is the tutorial it prompts what you need to do.FDs-Nemesis

Ya but how do I get around? I always alert a large group of them then die.

Btw, I love your avatar!

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

FDs-Nemesis

Yeap, MSG4 all it is is a $60 movie. You won't get a lot of gameplay out of it. Might as well get the popcorn ready. Specially on chapter 3. Big disapointment, eh?

Yeah, if your not sure, don't get a game. I made that mistake with this. While it was good, there was some extremely boring cutscenes, and repetitive and slow gameplay

[QUOTE="FDs-Nemesis"]

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

Yeap, MSG4 all it is is a $60 movie. You won't get a lot of gameplay out of it. Might as well get the popcorn ready. Specially on chapter 3. Big disapointment, eh?

[QUOTE="FDs-Nemesis"]

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

Yeap, MSG4 all it is is a $60 movie. You won't get a lot of gameplay out of it. Might as well get the popcorn ready. Specially on chapter 3. Big disapointment, eh?

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

FDs-Nemesis

Well, your not supposed to shoot your way through this first of all. And MGS4 is actually pretty easy besides some of the boss fights. But ya, somebody should've warned you that MGS4 has a selective audience.

I love MGS4! One of the best games. I love the whole series.

[QUOTE="FDs-Nemesis"]

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

Chris_Williams

And how is Metal gear solid 4 different then any other Metal gear solid game?

As far as i can remember, they have always had long cutscenes. They created a world and story rich with detail. The games have always been story driven. Its how Kojima-san wants it. Its how Kojima-san gets it.

With that said, you would have pretty much have an understanding of the story from the past games to get what is going on though.

BOTTOM LINE: i feel sooooooo sooooorrryyyy on people who didn't even play/'experience' mgs1 ps1, mgs2 and 3 ps2, even earlier mgs games on very old school consoles. then late bloomers come on blasting criticizing negatively latest mgs series.. tsk tsk. i pity those people, they don't know what experience they're missing, they don't know how to play mgs games. they feel alienated.

It is a great game you just have to keep trying since you haven't played the previous games you will be alittle lost but by the time you finish it I think you will enjoy it. best of luck

A stick. - slurps -Knivez0r

Just got my PS3. First game, MGS4. I was excited after seeing 10/10s at GS and IGN. However, I put the game in, it installs (whats that about) and I just end up getting a ton of cutscenes and extremely difficult gameplay. I got to about 10 minutes of actually playing (25 if you count the cutscenes) and got stuck. I do not get this game at all. Its really confusing and there is no tutorial. wtf am I doing?

I guess Im just trying to make myself like the game since my parents told me I cant return it to Futureshop (can I?)

FDs-Nemesis

This was my second metal gear solid game. Its actually one of the easier games that I have played. Once you get the hang of the stealth elements it should be pretty easy.

Sure, blame the game :P

1.) Cutscenes aren't for everyone. Also playing from MGS4 at the start will be like watching The Matrix Revolutions first. You won't get it.

2.) The game isn't that hard, considering most of the stealth elements can be avoided and it can be played more like Modern Warfare.

3.) Go play Ninja Gaiden or Demon's Souls, then let's talk impossible.

Well, your not supposed to shoot your way through this first of all. And MGS4 is actually pretty easy besides some of the boss fights. But ya, somebody should've warned you that MGS4 has a selective audience.

brickdoctor