I'm truly divided on how to rate this game.
While I admit to feeling not as hooked (at times even uninterested), and was only sorta hooked during the climax, the epilogue was beautiful and impactful. So an otherwise 6.5-7 experience, was rescued by the epilogue.
Most characters were a mixed bag as well. While The Boss was easily my favorite.
The Lore and the Universe (or rather the backstory is laid out really well)
It is also clear that MGS 3 is the more "raw" game in the series. Running more on the feels, than the "idea" template kojima presents. Its not overly indulgent Kojima, but it's not fully crazy either till the end. Its a mix of the best gaming moments and absolutely mediocre campaign game ones. An involving narrative which doesn't necessarily keep u hooked and vice versa. An Intelligent and thought provoking story told in an at times dull/camp-driven way. Awesome moments wrapped around with mediocre ones. This game is a must play, but I think its slightly overrated (which made me too hyped and dropped the score down). Like all the other MGS games.
While I admit to feeling not as hooked (at times even uninterested), and was only sorta hooked during the climax, the epilogue was beautiful and impactful. So an otherwise 6.5-7 experience, was rescued by the epilogue.
Most characters were a mixed bag as well. While The Boss was easily my favorite.
The Lore and the Universe (or rather the backstory is laid out really well)
It is also clear that MGS 3 is the more "raw" game in the series. Running more on the feels, than the "idea" template kojima presents. Its not overly indulgent Kojima, but it's not fully crazy either till the end. Its a mix of the best gaming moments and absolutely mediocre campaign game ones. An involving narrative which doesn't necessarily keep u hooked and vice versa. An Intelligent and thought provoking story told in an at times dull/camp-driven way. Awesome moments wrapped around with mediocre ones. This game is a must play, but I think its slightly overrated (which made me too hyped and dropped the score down). Like all the other MGS games.