Metal Gear Solid V is a critically acclaimed action-adventure stealth video game developed by Kojima Productions. Directed, designed, co-produced, and co-written by Hideo Kojima, it is the fifth main installment in the Metal Gear series. The game is set in an open world environment and follows the protagonist, Snake, as he ventures into a variety of missions while dealing with themes of revenge and betrayal. Its innovative gameplay mechanics and narrative depth have earned it widespread praise.