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METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE

METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE

Developed by Kojima Productions and PlatinumGames, METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE takes the renowned METAL GEAR franchise into exciting new territory with an all-new action experience. The game seamlessly melds pure action and epic story-telling that surrounds Raiden – a child soldier transformed into a half-human, half-cyborg ninja who...

96%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperPlatinumGames
PublisherKONAMI
Release DateJan 9, 2014
$29.99
Peak Players12.0K
Metacritic83
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows · macOS
Action
AI Review Summary

METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE is an over-the-top, high-octane hack-and-slash that excels through its unique blade-mode mechanics and an iconic, high-energy soundtrack. While the story and characters are widely praised for their "dumb fun" and meme-worthy moments, players frequently struggle with a frustrating camera system and technical limitations of an older port.

Pros

  • Incredibly satisfying and unique hack-and-slash combat mechanics featuring the 'Blade Mode' system.95%
  • Legendary soundtrack that is widely considered one of the best in the genre.90%
  • Memorable, over-the-top characters and highly creative boss fights.85%
  • Engaging and 'wacky' story that remains culturally relevant and entertaining.75%
  • Visuals hold up well over time, especially when played on modern handhelds like the Steam Deck.60%

Cons

  • Frustrating and uncooperative camera system that often fights the player during intense combat.90%
  • Significant difficulty spikes, particularly for players starting on Hard or facing the final boss.70%
  • Technical issues including occasional crashes and limitations tied to older hardware standards.60%
  • The campaign length is relatively short, with the final levels feeling somewhat rushed.50%
  • Completionist content like VR missions and specific achievements can feel like a tedious grind.40%

Notable Mentions

  • The game is highly recommended for Steam Deck users as it maintains a great visual standard on the handheld.
  • Senator Armstrong has become a standout cultural icon, frequently cited as a highlight of the experience.
  • Veteran players strongly advise newcomers against starting on Hard difficulty for their first playthrough.
Confidence: 57%
Based on the 165 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 25, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
288
Peak · last 90 days
405
All-time peak
12.0K

Price

Current price
$29.99
Lowest tracked
$29.99since Jan 10, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
97%
All-time positive
96%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews88.8K
Positive: 85.3K (96%)Negative: 3.5K (4%)

6%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

29h

Avg Playtime at Review

77%

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