So as is, here in the states, we get a disk with just the added VR levels. I have to say, I did enjoy some parts of this release very much, though there were several points where I was let down. This game takes place pretty much exclusively in the VR environs seen in Metal Gear Solid, and doesn't include any of the storyline, speech or backdrop that helped to make MGS a great game. Playing as the Ninja is great, though there are only 3 levels to play him in. The mystery mode can be somewhat fun, though I don't see much replay value in it.

So all in all, don't buy this game unless you really loved MGS for it's gameplay and you want a chance to recieve some additional training with the Stinger and Nikita and SOCOM and PSEG and all the rest. I'm very much a MGS enthusiest, so it was great for me. If you aren't, think twice.

6 of 6 found the following review helpful:


Great add-on to Metal Gear: Solid!  Mar 14, 2001 By D. Hunter
This game doesn't have a story... But that is actually a good thing! VR Missions is great for those of us who have to wedge game playing between an ever-changing schedule. Most levels take anywhere from 30 seconds to five mintues... and you can exit anytime and save your game. So, if you have to get up and run... you really haven't lost anything if you take ten seconds to exit and save.

It has all the classic moves from MGS, and some fun levels like "Mystery" (arrest the right murder suspect), Puzzle (think enemy-dominos) and round after round of weapon-based combat (so you don't ALWAYS have to sneak around).

I'd say pick this one up, with a ten-dollar price tag, there isn't much of a reason not to!

12 of 15 found the following review helpful:


Not worth the buy, rent it twice  Nov 18, 1999
This game has all of the great weapons and game control of its predecessor (Metal Gear Solid), but it's only VR mission after VR mission. Quick, shoot at targets, now soldiers, and back again. The few variations they include are short lived and not worth spending full price. My recommendation is rent it twice from your five day rental video store and be happy you beat it in 10 days.

3 of 3 found the following review helpful:


Great fun, but try the original first  Nov 10, 1999
300 VR Missions may seem a bit daunting at first glance, but when you're dying for more Metal Gear Solid action and completing the original game for the ninth time doesn't appeal much to you this weekend, you don't pass up a chance like this. Experience with Metal Gear Solid isn't necessary, but definitely recommended, there are a few elements from it that a player would be better off with when going into VR Missions. The Ninja levels are particularly sharp, but there are only three very short ones to choose from, so they get old fast. The photo shoots aren't much of an incentive at all, especially during some of the more frustrating missions. If anything, do it for personal pride, but by all means, do it.

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