Mini Review: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns Of The Patriots – Master Collection Version (Switch 2) – Love It Or Hate It, It’s Better Than Ever
This mini-review covers Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots as part of the Master Collection Vol. 2, now available on Switch 2. The reviewer praises the port highly, arguing that despite the 2008 original's divisive lengthy cutscenes, it remains an absorbing, bombastic conclusion to Solid Snake's story that rewards long-time series fans, though it is not recommended as an entry point for newcomers.
The Switch 2 version supports resolution up to 4K when docked (aided by DLSS) and 1080p in handheld mode, running at 60fps, which the reviewer says is a marked improvement over the original PS3 release. References to Sony hardware, including PS3 and PSP mentions, have been removed and replaced with generic platform dialogue, though the iPod easter egg remains intact. The reviewer's main criticism is the absence of gyro aiming, which they feel should be added via a future patch to improve control during firefights.
- MGS4 Master Collection Vol. 2 review praises the Switch 2 port highly.
- Runs at 4K docked/1080p handheld with 60fps, a big upgrade over PS3.
- PS3/PSP references removed; gyro aiming missing but wanted via patch.