Snake returns to the big screen...Sorta...
The Goods....
MGS4 has become an advanced version of its former self with an array of different ways to be caught/sneaky. Those that knew the series before the PS3 will be in for a surprise as the enemies are plentiful and are far smarter than thier predecessors. Knocking over debris can result in being spotted, while on your way through an excellent journey to answer those questions unanswered. With 30+ weapons and enough hidden goodies to keep any fan busy, your objective is no longer of the "run and gun" but to trully become Snake. Mix that with beautiful cinematics and enough plot twists to make M. Night Shyamalan wet himself, you will not be dissapointed.
The Bads....
Due to the content and info provided in the game, you will find that 75% of the game consists of movies and said plot twists. At some points you will have wished you could fight in a scene where Snake simply does the work for you. The gameplay/cinematic ratio is at about 2/8 and this leads to serious frustration. For a game that endorses espionage, you will notice that much of the weapons offered are lethal and one of the hardest modes simply does not offer non-leathal weaponry. Some of the plot tends to become convoluted and unnecessary and had myself skipping scenes, only to find out it was a 15 minute recap of the Shadow Moses incident. much like any MGS game, after the first time beating it, you will will spend up to five hours on the next. After that, who knows, maybe even in one sitting.
Overall...
MGS fans have no choice but to find a way to obtain this game. if not for the gameplay, you simply must gain closure to the saga thus far.