DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 3 Sep 1998 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-86111~3 Size (cm) 36.7 x 27 x 6.5 Weight (kg) 1.24

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Deluxe 'Limited Edition' box set of the first Metal Gear Solid. Includes: - Game - 'Metal Gear Music Collection' CD - Large B4 art book - T-Shirt [M-size] - Dog tags - Memory card stickers A very valuable item complete in good condition!

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 3 Sep 1998 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM 86114~6 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 2.4 Weight (kg) 0.22

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Original stand-alone release of the first Metal Gear Solid. 3-CD set includes 2 game CDs and a bonus demo disc for the upcoming Genso Suikoden II (1998). Double CD case, PS CD-ROM x 3, colour manual x 2, spine card.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 7 Sep 1998 Publisher Konami Product ID ISBN4-88317-723-8 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.2 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.22

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First official guide book release from Konami. Features illustrated 'Character's File' profiles, 'Basic Skill' hints, 'Area Guide' with 3D maps & directions for the quickest exit route, 'Boss Fight' and 'VR Training' sections. 160 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 8 Sep 1998 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-86111~3 Size (cm) 37 x 27 x 6.5 Weight (kg) ?

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'Stockholder Commemoration Edition' version of the MGS Premium Package originally given away to Konami stockholders. Contents are the same as the standard 'Premium Package' except for the golden box and a slightly different cover on the art book. Now a VERY sought-after commodity, limited to something between 2000 and 5000 copies. You can usually dig one up for around ¥40,000, please contact if you're after one and we can quote the best price we can find!

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 18 Sep 1998 Publisher Konami / NTT Product ID ISBN4-7571-8013-6 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.3 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.21

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2nd 'Official Guide' from Konami, similar to the 'Perfect Guide' listed above but with additional overhead maps, an extensive 'Arms & Equipment' section and a bonus 14-page 'Director's Interview' with Kojima and Shinkawa. 176 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 18 Sep 1998 Publisher Kodansha Product ID ISBN4-06-343133-9 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.1 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.34

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Kodansha's 'Complete Capture Guide' is a thoughtful, comprehensive and well-paged indie guide book. Features excellent level maps marked with a clear red line showing the best / fastest exit route(s) for each stage. Ideal for speed runs. 146 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Audio CD Released 23 Sep 1998 Publisher Konami Product ID KICA-7895 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 1 Weight (kg) 0.10

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Official soundtrack release for Metal Gear Solid, featuring the complete score spread over 21 tracks. (view back) CD case, 21 track audio CD (66:22) 4-page fold-out inlay, spine card.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 19 Oct 1998 Publisher Famitsu / Aspect Product ID ISBN4-7572-0229-6 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 2 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.44

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King-sized MGS guide book from the Famitsu editorial. Expands upon everything the previous guides have done, adding an in-depth 'Weapons Guide' and analytical / historical 'Materials' chapters. 256 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 30 Oct 1998 Publisher Konami Product ID ISBN4-575-16131-4 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 2 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.44

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3rd official guide book from Konami, an 'Official Complete Guide' that is even bigger and better: perfectly laid out, with an even more meticulous look at all of the hidden extras: secret 'ghost' camera shots, item listings, rankings, etc. 240 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 24 June 1999 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-86247~9 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 2.4 Weight (kg) 0.21

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Enhanced 'Special Edition' of the first Metal Gear Solid that includes all of the extras from the US release along with English voice-overs, mini-games for the PocketStation [SCPH-4000], an unlockable 'first person' mode and a bonus 'VR Missions' disc with over 300 training stages. The best version! Double CD case, PS CD-ROM x 3, colour manual, spine card.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 9 July 1999 Publisher Konami / NTT Product ID ISBN4-7571-8052-7 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.20

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Complementary guide book dedicated to the 'VR Missions' bonus disc included with MGS Integral. Also covers 'Photographing' events and the PocketStation 'FoxDie Mission' mini-game. 96 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 24 July 1999 Publisher Konami Product ID ISBN4-88317-757-2 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.3 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.38

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Time for another official guide book from Konami, for the road. But this one's a peach: absolutely everything you need to know about MGS Integral is here, along with a detailed map section dedicated to the no-radar 'Extreme Mode' difficulty. The best (and most valuable) guide of them all. 208 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 27 Apr 2000 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-86485~6 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 2.4 Weight (kg) 0.20

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'Konami the Best' re-issue of the original Metal Gear Solid. Contents remains identical to the first print (minus the Genso Suikoden II demo disc). Double CD case, PS CD-ROM x 2, colour manual, spine card.

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 27 Apr 2000 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-86470~2 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 2.4 Weight (kg) 0.21

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'Konami the Best' re-issue of Integral, released on the same day as the 'Best' edition of MGS. It's hard to figure out why they even bothered re-issuing the original. Double CD case, PS CD-ROM x 3, colour manual, spine card.

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 24 Jan 2002 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-87030~1 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 2 Weight (kg) 0.17

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Third pressing of the original MGS, this time for the 'PSone Books' label. 2-disc content remains identical. Twin CD case, PS CD-ROM x 2, booklet, spine card.

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 6 Nov 2003 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-87324~6 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 2 Weight (kg) 0.19

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'PSone Books' version of Integral. 3-disc content remains identical. 3-tray CD case, PS CD-ROM x 3, booklet, spine card.

DETAILS Format GameCube Released 11 Mar 2004 Publisher Konami Product ID RQ033-J1 Size (cm) n/a Weight (kg) n/a

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Luxury 'Premium Pack' presentation of the GC Metal Gear Solid remake. Box set includes: - 'Fox Hound' GameCube (1) - Game w/ different cover art (2) - FC Metal Gear 'Special Disc' (3) - Art book The complete GC setup, and a very valuable Metal Gear collectible!

DETAILS Format GameCube Released 11 Mar 2004 Publisher Konami Product ID DOL-GGSJ-JPN Size (cm) 14.7 x 10.5 x 1.5 Weight (kg) 0.11

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'Standard' release of the GameCube Metal Gear Solid (1998) remake. Features enhanced visuals, reworked cut scenes and gameplay similar to Metal Gear Solid 2 (2001). Standard GC packaging, Game Cube game disc x 2, colour booklet.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 11 Apr 2004 Publisher Konami Product ID ISBN4-7753-0277-9 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.1 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.34

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'Konami Official Guide' book for the GameCube MGS Twin Snakes. Features complete map layouts for every area, a detailed 'Secret' section, item & weapon inventories, and a look at the Famicom Metal Gear re-issue included with the Premium Package. 176 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Book Released 6 Apr 2005 Publisher Shinkigensha Product ID ISBN4-7753-0389-9 Size (cm) 17.7 x 11 x 2.8 Weight (kg) 0.38

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First in a set of three 'Scenario Books' for the Metal Gear Solid series. Features all text & dialogue from the original Metal Gear Solid (1998). 550 pages (text only), Japanese.

DETAILS Format PSP Released 21 Sep 2006 Publisher Konami Product ID ULJM-05150 Size (cm) 17.7 x 10.5 x 1.4 Weight (kg) 0.09

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'Interactive Comic' for the PSP based on the american Metal Gear Solid Official Comic Book. Takes you through the entire storyline of Metal Gear Solid (1998) with stylish visuals and minimal interaction. One of the more miscellaneous Metal Gear releases. PSP case, PSP UMD disk, colour booklet.

DETAILS Format Box Set Released 26 July 2007 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM-66796 Size (cm) 20 x 15.5 x 8.5 Weight (kg) 1.22

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Luxury 'Metal Gear 20th Anniversary' box set that includes: - Metal Gear & Metal Gear 2 [PS2] - Metal Gear Solid [PS] - Metal Gear Solid 2 [PS2] - The Document of MGS2 [PS2] - Metal Gear Solid 3 [PS2] - Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops [PSP] - 'Metal Gear Saga' DVD A superb set - though it's a shame it doesn't include the enhanced editions (MGS Integral, MGS2 Substance etc). (image 1) (image 2)

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 26 July 2007 Publisher Konami Product ID SLPM 87411~2 Size (cm) 19 x 13.5 x 2.5 Weight (kg) 0.25

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'Metal Gear 20th Anniversary' re-issue of the first Metal Gear Solid (1998). First in a set of four 'Metal Gear 20th Anniversary' re-issues. Cardboard presentation sleeve, double CD case, 2 x PlayStation CD-ROM, colour booklet.

DETAILS Format DVD Released 12 June 2008 Publisher Konami Product ID KD-332 Size (cm) 20 x 14 x 1.5 Weight (kg) 0.17

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Second 'Digital Comic' release after Metal Gear Solid Bande Dessinée, but instead of PSP software it's a standard DVD release this time. Brings the comic book version of Metal Gear Solid 2 to the big screen with full voice acting from the Japanese cast. The second disc includes the same Metal Gear Solid adaptation as the original PSP MGS Bande Dessinée with an all-new voice-over (but no interaction). Tin DVD case, 2 x DVD discs.