
The game's servers weren't turned on until the official launch, which meant reviewers couldn't play early. Metal Gear Survive spits on that legacy, kicks sand in its face and then charges it 10 dollars for an extra save slot.Īfter downloading all 16 gigabytes, I thought I could finally jump right in.

I didn't really understand Kojima's universe, but I respected the artistry and craftsmanship needed to create an open-world sandbox this interesting. So, I watched streams and YouTube videos, marveling at the sheer creativity needed to complete the game's challenges. I couldn't afford pants, let alone a triple-A title.


I was a broke college student when Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain came out. Co-op play allows up to four people to stab through fences.
