Is Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops appropriate for children?

Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops is rated Mature for intense violence, strong language, and some sexual content. It's a tactical action-shooter with a complex storyline featuring graphic combat and mature themes unsuitable for children under 17. Parents should be aware this is designed for adult audiences.

What age is Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops suitable for?

Our verdict for Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Action, Shooter

Released

2006

ESRB Rating

Mature

Available on

PSP

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to play

🎁 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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