Checking Mission Briefings
Open the main menu before starting your adventure and select the first mission briefing.During the briefings, you can check the camera for hidden items, ammo, and special interactions before diving into the action.
Using the OctoCamo Camouflage Rating
Use your camouflage rating to see how well you blend in with your surroundings.The higher your camouflage rating, the more likely you are to be detected by enemies, even using the noise of battle to mask Snake's movements.
Managing Stress and Psyche
Keep track of Old Snake's stress and psyche bars during combat and extreme environmental situations.Eat rations, use back pain tablets, and listen to music on your iPod to regain your combat effectiveness.
Unlock Weapons and Bonuses with Drebin's Shop
Collect weapons in the field and sell duplicates to earn Drebin Points.Take advantage of discounts on certain days of the week to purchase advanced arsenals or unlock special items like the Tanegashima Pistol.
Take advantage of Extra Ops
Don't limit yourself to main story missions alone.Play Extra Ops to unlock valuable recruits for Mother Base, weapon blueprints, and essential resources to streamline later chapters.
Don't Skip the Briefing Tapes
Always listen to the briefing tapes before tackling missions.These audio files contain in-depth narration, character development, and context from Mother Base, enriching the gameplay experience.
Use the Fulton System
Rescue every unconscious enemy soldier using the Fulton System.Captured soldiers upgrade Mother Base teams and unlock new development options and better weapons.
Experience the Box Sprint
Equip the cardboard box and repeatedly press the R1 button to quickly move across the map.This technique is extremely useful for gaining high ranks and repositioning during boss fights.
Play in Co-op Mode
Tackle missions and boss battles with other players in co-op mode.Co-op allows you to divide tasks, synchronize attacks, and overcome complex challenges much more easily.
Play VR Training First
Play VR Training before beginning the main adventure.This mode offers thirty stages to learn basic movements and gameplay mechanics, helping you become familiar with the controls.
Choose Easy difficulty
Set the difficulty to Easy if you're playing the game for the first time.Metal Gear Solid features complex controls, and in this mode, enemies see and hear Snake from closer ranges, shots deal less damage, and rations are more powerful and easier to find.
Use the Codec for Hints
Use the Codec by pressing the Select button to listen in on conversations and uncover in-game clues.This tool helps you when you encounter difficulties in combat or at story intersections.
Move While Shooting
Hold down the fire button while simultaneously pressing and holding the crouch or crawl button.This combination allows Snake to move freely while holding his weapon.
Use Thermal Items and Armor
Equip thermal goggles to spot traps, explosives, and camouflaged enemies.Equip body armor to reduce damage taken from enemies and bosses during combat.
