Revisiting Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty - A Masterpiece Overshadowed
Introduction
- This episode of Maker's Mirror is different, focusing on inspiring media
- The game in question is Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, which the author hasn't played in over 20 years
The Metal Gear Solid Trilogy
- The original Metal Gear Solid trilogy is well-known but not frequently discussed
- In trilogies, the first and last entries often receive the most attention
- The first game is remembered for its quality, as it sets the foundation for the trilogy
- The third game, being the last, also tends to garner more attention
Metal Gear Solid 2: Quality and Hideo Kojima
- The quality of Metal Gear Solid 2 is on par with the other two games in the trilogy
- Hideo Kojima, the creator of the series, is a personal hero to the author
- Kojima's storytelling style blends weird elements with techno-futurism
Enemy Characters and Emotional Arcs
- Most enemy characters in the game have compelling backstories and emotional arcs
- These arcs are fleshed out as much as possible for enemy characters
- The presentation and distinction of characters are very cool
Anticipation for Metal Gear Solid 3
- The author is excited to replay Metal Gear Solid 3 after finishing Metal Gear Solid 2
- Metal Gear Solid 3 holds a significant place in the author's younger years
- It's hard to believe that the game is now 20 years old
The Forward-Thinking Nature of Metal Gear Solid 2
- Replaying Metal Gear Solid 2 was an eye-opener for the author
- The game's story is forward-thinking and encourages players to think about the future
- The author aspires to write stories that make people think about the future
- The game ends with a cool quote from Snake: "Protecting the present and the future are one and the same."
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