Unlike previous entries in the series, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is truly an open world that you're free to explore and play in as you see fit. This is an exceedingly massive and ambitious game that can seem daunting with its scope but ultimately provides more and more wrinkles on the same basic action. Players can purchase items for use in online play, but parents should be aware that online play hasn't been fully implemented yet, so the use and impact of multiplayer is unknown. Similarly, profanity is frequent, with words such as 'f-k' as well as 'bitch' and other derogatory terms toward women.

Sexual content includes scantily clad women and infatuations among characters frequently coming up. Torture also is considered part of the gameplay and is seen as a necessity there are also references to rape and an attempted rape.

The game focuses a lot on the hazards and effects of war, and the violence within missions is significant though players can use non-violent solutions, they also can use firearms and explosives to kill enemy soldiers. It's fine to enter the series with, but it should be noted that it's likely not suitable for most kids.

Parents need to know that Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is a stealth action game that's the intended series finale of the Metal Gear franchise.

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