Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty
2001 · PlayStation 2, Xbox, PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4
Metal Gear Solid
Also available in: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1
What it is
A sequel about information control that weaponizes expectations, swaps leads, and feels more current every year.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 2 | 2001 | PlayStation 2 | NA |
| PlayStation 2 | 2001 | PlayStation 2 | JP |
| PlayStation 2 | 2002 | PlayStation 2 | EU |
| Xbox | 2002 | Substance | NA |
| PC | 2003 | Substance | NA |
| PlayStation 3 | 2011 | HD Collection | WW |
| Xbox 360 | 2011 | HD Collection | WW |
| PC | 2023 | Master Collection Vol. 1 | WW · Digital |
| PlayStation 4 | 2023 | Master Collection Vol. 1 | WW · Digital |
| PlayStation 5 | 2023 | Master Collection Vol. 1 | WW · Digital |
| Switch | 2023 | Master Collection Vol. 1 | WW · Digital |
| Xbox Series X/S | 2023 | Master Collection Vol. 1 | WW · Digital |
Where it sits in the story
Shadow Moses and Patriots (2005-2014)
Set mostly in 2009, after the Tanker prologue in 2007.
Where it sits for newcomers
Recommended entry #3
The boldest thematic sequel, best played after Shadow Moses so the bait-and-switch lands properly.
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