So instead of playing more MGS2Subsistence, I have continued to play the heck out of The Twin Snakes. Both endings have been unlocked with passing grades. I find it much more appealing. I know I ranted earlier about my disdain for the XBOX controls . . . but the GameCube setup is much more approachable.
Last night I preordered MGS3:Subsistence. It seems my local Gamestop still doesn't know the difference between the regular edition and the special edition with the bonus pre-order disk.
I am certainly hoping my $30 has not been poorly invested.