- Steam pricePrice
- $29.99
- Release
- February 21, 2018
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How co-op works
Up to four online players enter missions separate from the solo story to infiltrate hostile zones, gather materials, and defend an extraction point from creature waves. They place fences, traps, turrets, and other fortifications, coordinate firing lanes, and adapt defenses as attacks intensify.
About this game
Metal Gear Survive takes the stealth-action foundation of MGS V and twists it into a survival experience set in a hostile alternate dimension. Players fight to stay alive against strange creatures while scavenging scarce resources, building defenses, and coordinating tactical strikes. The game blends solo exploration with online co-op missions that emphasize stealth, resource management, and careful planning over pure firepower.
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Missions demand communication-heavy teamwork as squads infiltrate dangerous zones, extract materials, and hold the line against waves of enemies. Every bullet and crafting component matters, so players who coordinate supply runs, share gear, and cover each other's blind spots will fare better than lone wolves. The stealth DNA keeps encounters tense and deliberate rather than chaotic.
Online co-op supports team-based missions that reward methodical coordination and adaptive tactics. Sessions revolve around fortifying positions, scouting enemy patterns, and executing synchronized assaults. It creates a slower-burn multiplayer loop where survival hinges on shared strategy and clear callouts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Metal Gear Survive solo, or is co-op required?
The game includes both single-player exploration and online co-op missions. You can play solo, but co-op missions are designed for team play and emphasize coordinated stealth and resource management.
Does Metal Gear Survive require constant communication between teammates?
Yes. Co-op missions emphasize communication-heavy teamwork-coordinating supply runs, calling out enemy positions, and timing synchronized strikes are essential since resources are scarce and stealth matters more than run-and-gun tactics.
Is an internet connection always required to play?
Yes. The game requires an internet connection to play, even for single-player content.