Metal Gear for Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)

Infiltrate a heavily fortified enemy base in Metal Gear for the Nintendo Entertainment System, a groundbreaking stealth-action game that laid the foundation for an iconic franchise. Take on the role of Solid Snake, a rookie operative of the special forces unit FOXHOUND, as he is sent on a solo mission to the Outer Heaven fortress. Your objective: rescue a captured agent, destroy the bipedal nuclear-armed tank known as Metal Gear, and uncover the truth behind its creation. Unlike typical action games, success hinges on avoiding direct confrontation, utilizing disguises, gathering intelligence, and using stealth tactics to navigate enemy patrols and overcome obstacles.

Key Features:

• Pioneering Stealth Gameplay: Focus on infiltration and avoidance rather than direct combat, a revolutionary concept for its time.
• Tactical Espionage Action: Utilize disguises, cardboard boxes, and communication devices to outwit enemies and gather information.
• Diverse Weaponry and Items: Collect a variety of weapons and gadgets, from silenced pistols to grenades, to aid in your mission.
• Complex Base Exploration: Navigate a multi-layered enemy fortress filled with guards, security cameras, and hidden passages.
• Compelling Narrative: Unravel a story of military conspiracy and a looming global threat.
• Iconic Boss Battles: Confront memorable adversaries as you delve deeper into Outer Heaven.

Metadata:

• Genre: Stealth, Action-Adventure
• Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)
• Developer: Konami
• Publisher: Konami (NA, JP), Palcom (EU)
• Release Dates:
  • Japan: December 22, 1987 (Famicom)
  • North America: June 1988
  • Europe: August 1989
• ESRB Rating: Not Rated (Predates ESRB)
• Mode: Single-player