On this episode of B&RS, we discuss the iconic Metal Gear Solid series, starting with our initial misunderstanding that Metal Gear Solid was the first in the series. We delve into our nostalgic experiences playing Metal Gear Solid on PlayStation 1, highlighting its revolutionary mechanics and unmatched gameplay that stood out among its contemporaries like Syphon Filter. The episode touches on the legacy of Metal Gear, its tactical espionage action genre, and the memorable codex features, including Psycho Mantis reading memory cards. We reminisce about the thrill of beating challenging bosses and the intricate gameplay elements, such as manipulating in-game temperatures to advance. We also compare Metal Gear to other notable titles like Resident Evil, discuss the HD collection and backward compatibility on Xbox, and reflect on the impact of 9/11 on game releases like Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. Join us as we explore these gaming memories and talk about creating future gaming videos.
