"Great story, mind-blowing action set-pieces, awesome action and very real characters. Also released: Half-Life 2, Episodes One and Two, that continue the story to great acclaim."
"Brain power recommended, but heart power required. A superb cast of involved characters, some taxing puzzles and an intuitive battle/upgrade system. Arguably the best in the series."
"Breathtaking vistas beautify what is an involving, intelligent game. A vast cast of minor characters create an intricate weave of overlapping tales and legends."
"Overladened with story, incorporating over-complex plots, negatively counter the gameplay at times, but if you can imagine the whole then the scope makes MGS2 satisfying and thought-provoking."
"Great FPS for the casual gamer. Underneath are the added bonuses of intricate but crystal-clear plot, fragmented intreaguing back-story, development of strong and mysterious characters, ambigious mor"