Up to now, the MGS series has always been based on the concept of sneaking through enemy territory. Whether infiltrating enemy bases, terrorist-occupied buildings, or tracking through the jungle, the setting always belonged to the enemy. But the world of MGS4 is not that simple. The difficulties Snake faces in his mission will come not from SCENEs like jungles and fortresses, but from "situations." The battlefield is defined by an endless series of conflicts between PMCs and militias. Snake will need to think faster than ever to cope with the constantly shifting conditions on the ground.

Snake can even join the battle if he wishes. He begins the game by sneaking onto the battlefield disguised as a militiaman. By aiding the militias in battle, he can help get rid of their PMC opponents and make it easier to reach his goal. Instead of being at the whim of his environment, Snake can actively take advantage of the situation to further his mission objectives.

Snake may decide to support one side, or he may decide to stay out of it and try to slip through in the confusion; it's all up to the player.

MGS4 combines the tension of having to make decisions on the fly with the overwhelming sense of freedom you get from being able to play the game your way - and this, more than anything else, is what sets MGS4 apart from previous games.

Features:

• Although little is known, MGS4 is being touted as the final installment in the Metal Gear Solid series.
• Chameleon-like camouflage system, Octacamo, blends Snake into his surroundings.
• Loads of characters from previous Metal Gear Solid installments will return in this final chapter.
• Slated for simultaneous worldwide release in June 2008, Konami has released very few details about MGS4.
• Built for the PS3, the game is expected to be the finest representation of the console's graphics