What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose
Lifetime units: ~34.1k
(P10–P90: 13.6k – 75k)
Gross revenue: ~$559k
(P10–P90: $224k – $1.2M)
Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate
Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Oct 2, 2026.
Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model
Last 90 days: 76% positive across 79 stored reviews. Action games with 100+ reviews typically sit around 84% (median of 3300 games).
Story & writing87% positive · 84 mentions
“After finishing Metal Gear Solid, I was curious to see where it all began, so I jumped into these two games. I know they’re the foundation of the whole franchise, but I didn’t expect too much from them – and sure, the controls were clunky…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jun 2025 · 10 h played · Report / request removalGameplay & mechanics83% positive · 70 mentions
“After finishing Metal Gear Solid, I was curious to see where it all began, so I jumped into these two games. I know they’re the foundation of the whole franchise, but I didn’t expect too much from them – and sure, the controls were clunky…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jun 2025 · 10 h played · Report / request removalControls & UI78% positive · 32 mentions
“After finishing Metal Gear Solid, I was curious to see where it all began, so I jumped into these two games. I know they’re the foundation of the whole franchise, but I didn’t expect too much from them – and sure, the controls were clunky…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jun 2025 · 10 h played · Report / request removalVisuals & audio81% positive · 27 mentions
“Metal Gear review: I could not imagine playing this without a guide, you will either die 24/7 or be sent further back into the game which is infuriating. BUT THE SOUNDTRACK ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ BANGS HOLYYYYY WHY IS IT SO GAH DAMN GOOD Metal Gear 2…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2026 · 12 h played · Report / request removalPrice & value82% positive · 17 mentions
“never played anything THIS old unironically, but the two games in the bundle are actually one of the most heartbreaking and unique experiences ive ever played. The two easily outdo most modern games (especially the aaa's) in terms of…”
Recommended · Steam review · Dec 2025 · 39 h played · Report / request removalDifficulty & balance46% positive · 13 mentions
“After finishing Metal Gear Solid, I was curious to see where it all began, so I jumped into these two games. I know they’re the foundation of the whole franchise, but I didn’t expect too much from them – and sure, the controls were clunky…”
Recommended · Steam review · Jun 2025 · 10 h played · Report / request removalPerformance & stability25% positive · 12 mentions
“Take the red key to the red doors and they will open. Real tip: utilize the truck ration glitch as much as you want, i don't even think its a glitch its literally coded into the game for smart people. Enter truck: Obtain Ration Exit truck…”
Recommended · Steam review · Mar 2026 · 6 h played · Report / request removal369 recent English reviews stored · topics keyword-matched · topics under 12 mentions stay hidden · methodology
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