As for the new gameplay mode, we expect the Sneaking Mission to be incredibly popular for the sole reason that Snake is a playable character. One player takes on his role, complete with OctoCamo, Solid Eye and other handy items (how does he carry so much stuff while sneaking around?). The aim is to move silently around the map trying to collect dog tags by defeating other players. If more than ten people are playing then another player takes the role of Metal Gear Mk II in order to help out Snake. Meanwhile two teams battle it out as usual.
So far we're loving the beta and an entire new map and game mode just three days in makes us go all a-tingle. This content should arrive for America after the maintenance work on the servers which will be occurring later.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
4-28-2008 @ 5:11AM
Kipp said...
That's all well and good, but what about the UK users locked out due to AOL's policy of having american IP's since the Beta is geographically locked we look like thieving americans
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4-28-2008 @ 6:02AM
skywalker6705 said...
It's your fault for using AOL.
4-28-2008 @ 5:40AM
Bannock said...
Already played on the new map a fair bit. Quite enjoyable. Had a knife fight there.
I haven't tried the Sneaking mode yet, but it's all over the place, so I assume everyone else is enjoying it.
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4-28-2008 @ 6:24AM
Ross said...
Can someone tell me this how do i use the OctoCamo suit when snake? And can someone tell me how to punch and floor someone.. I have never done that ive only shot people!
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4-28-2008 @ 6:54AM
Eggy said...
I think I've read in some preview a while ago that it activates automatically when you're standing still.
4-28-2008 @ 8:02AM
Kattleox said...
hold L1 when you arent aiming, I think.
4-28-2008 @ 6:25AM
W1ldish said...
How do you download the additional map?
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4-28-2008 @ 6:45AM
Excelryu said...
Snake in the beta?! Nice! New map? Nice! Now if they could only fix the running speed.
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4-28-2008 @ 6:59AM
Syn said...
Update the running speed? Have you played MGS? Or MGS3 online? That's the speed. If you want to play a real game, Socom is on the way.
4-28-2008 @ 11:26AM
Byron517 said...
FOR THOSE QUESTIONING THE SPEED!
One of the skills that you can set is Fast Mov. When you level this up soley by having it equipped you will move faster!! I have it to level 2 and I can move!! its max is level 3 so if you want to move faster put that skill on!!
4-28-2008 @ 6:53AM
singularity0821 said...
No update here (Austria)....
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4-28-2008 @ 7:00AM
judge said...
where do you download the beta from the uk psn?? i can't find it any where?!
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4-28-2008 @ 7:14AM
blitz said...
I can just say:
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word.
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4-28-2008 @ 8:19AM
LT.ShinySides said...
you dont have to download the new map, it was already in the MGO beta...but i guess konami unlocked it or something...
Its a great map,nice and big with plenty of places for snipers...
THANK YOU KONAMI :D
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4-28-2008 @ 8:31AM
fersis said...
damn, im at my job, this sucks.
A new map and Snake , i cant wait to get back to my home
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4-28-2008 @ 8:33AM
JAH75157 said...
UGGGH i hope it's released today for the USA i don't see myself being able to put down GTA4 after i get it.
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4-28-2008 @ 8:54AM
frankym said...
Gonna need more than a new map/character to make this beta fun.
Fix the gameplay!
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4-28-2008 @ 11:30AM
Byron517 said...
That's why its a beta my friend!! Put in your comments so they can address your concerns!! SO far I've been reading the forums and its good because people are actually showing come legit concern and trying to make the game better!
4-28-2008 @ 9:19AM
drdre74 said...
yeah the beta is pretty cool. I just wish that cover shooting was a little better. There are times I'm taking cover and cant shoot around the object i'm hiding behind. The camera makes it kinda hard to throw grenades also sometimes but you get use to it. I'd like a sprint also.
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4-28-2008 @ 9:55AM
reson8er said...
I agree about how sprint should be included, but I also think that the ability upgrades might enhance the running speed to a decent amount. Although I quite like the methodical pace, it allows for a more tactical approach to teamwork.
Can't wait to try out the new stuff.
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