The Video Game Revue

Metal Gear Saga Vol 1.

Yes, I got the Metal Gear Saga Vol. 1 DVD that comes as a bonus with MGS3: Subsistence when you pre-order. It's quite the epic piece of work; basically, it's a documentary of the history of the Metal Gear Series to date, with lots of interview material with Hideo Kojima and some story summary stuff that talks about the themes driving each Metal Gear game. Any serious console gaming fan should want to watch this. I personally found it to be quite inspiring and educational.

On a completely unrelated note, a buddy lent me his old copy of Sega Smash Pack Vol 1. for Dreamcast, and I was amused to find that Shining Force is included on it. I'd never actually played this 1993 tactical RPG before, and I was actually quite impressed with the graphics, artwork, and storyline, although I've only played the first 30 mins or so. If I'd had this game back in '93, it would have blown my mind.

posted by Parappa @ 2:55 PM