Metal Gear Solid Fan Movie…WOW!

See folks, this is why I love fans. Whether they’re of movies, videogames, anime, comics etc. There’s always a group of them that’ll take the genre they love and create something thats totally mind blowing. Take for instance this fan movie called Metal Gear Solid: Philanthropy. Here’s a good example of fans taking their love for the MGS series to the next level. [Continue Reading]

Is the New PSP Metal Gear Actually Metal Gear 5?

While most gamers got their first looks at the next installments in the “Metal Gear” saga at E3, many questions remained. Thankfully, in an interview released by Konami, Hideo Kojima has finally shed some light on the “PSP’s “Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker,” and even refers to the heandheld’s entry as a “MGS5-class game.”

Big Boss’ latest foray into the world of tactical espionage action will primarily feature more replayability and offer more customization options then traditionally available in previous Metal Gear’s. “For example there’s heavy gear configurations that make a lot of noise, but that allow you to equip numerous weapons,” Kojima said. “Or, there are other configurations that won’t allow you to carry many weapons, but will allow you to be light on your feet. We will be preparing a variety of other types as well. Being able to make decisions and plot a strategy will be one of the really enjoyable features of this title.” [Continue Reading]

E3 ‘09: Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Revealed (Updated)

If you’re not excited about this title being worked in conjunction with Kojima Productions, then I don’t know what will excite you.  Given Kojima Productions approach to long cut scenes, it may the only thing that you should worry about.  The game already has a stellar voice cast, including the likes of Patrick Stewart, and Robert Carlyle. For those of you who don’t know Carlyle, he has worked on movies like James Bond: The World is Not Enough, and 24-Redemption movie.  Carlyle is doing the voice over for Gabriel.

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Kojima/ MGS 4 signing @ Uniqlo NYC

True game head DW was on hand for the MGS 4 Kojima signing at the clothing store, Uniqlo in NYC. The fans were out in droves and excited to get a glimpse and signature of the legendary game producer. Also at the event were the limited edition MGS 4/ Uniqlo collabo tees which flew off the shelves. Unfortunately Kojima wasn’t signing those ( proab’ to avoid the ridiculous ebay prices they would go for). Another plus for the event was the beautiful actress Yumi Kikuchi (Raging Raven) also giving signatures to eager fans. The event was great and it was nice to meet the man himself! Props to Konami, New York Tokyo and Uniqlo for this hot event! Peep the video below.

MGS4 – TIME SQUARE LAUNCH PHOTOS

Damn I’m tired … but not as tired as the first guy in line at the MGS4 NY Timesquare Launch event. Notable mention also include another gentleman in full blown SnakeEater Skullface outfit. Though he admitted it was a rush job, it pleased everyone to see that.

Minus having to listen to a mad gamer rant all night long about everything wrong in the world, and the world of gaming, it was still worth it. Almost everyone got a signed copy of the game. Gamers were seen bringing books, ps3’s, and even there homework. As for this TrueGameHead, he opted for a signing of the first MGS. It only gets better with age … and signatures.

One interesting part was just before Kojima came down for signing. It seemed as though he was either shocked by the crazed chanting of the crowd, or amazed by the constant yelling of “KO-JIMA! KO-JIMA! KO-JIMA!!”. It was kinda funny seeing him laugh at that but he graced use with his calm presence and held out, signing from 12:00 Midnight till 2:00 AM in the morning. My hats off to him for doing that.

Then there are the stories from the fans themselves. The guy in the front with the snake headband, standing all cool, stayed there since Monday. If you live in NY you know that it was almost 100 that day with insane humidity in the air. Ones who drove 40/50/100 miles from home, and others just trying to meet up with online buddies. In a thought, it was enough to wrap around a NYC block stretching from Broadway to Avenue of the Americas. No easy feat as this is one of the longest blocks in the city.

KOJIMA IN TIMES SQUARE

On June 11th, Midnight in Times Square New York Virgin Megastore, MGS4 would have reached such epic proportions of hype, Konami can only seal the deal for Western gamers by bringing Hideo Kojima himself for the launch party. Some of us are planning trips from Toronto as one NeoGaffer’ put it but whatever the case may be, this only makes the anticipation for this game even higher …. so, are we dead yet? My burning question for the man is “Where, if possible, can I get a pair of those crazy glasses?”

More MGS Kojima Antics

Another video to brighten up your day. In all the issues of War, loss of human life, technological babbles, and idea of a time on Earth when the only thing that mattered was the size of your gun, Kojima finds a way to make you laugh. I guarantee you that all the seriousness that gamers give MGS may be futile against Kojima’s attempt at comedic satire. Sometimes you have to wonder if he is just trying to make something so serious look funny. Check it out.

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