Metal Gear Solid - How to Get Big Boss Title (MGS1)

August 17, 2023 James Metal Gear Solid 0

A guide on how to get the Big Boss Title for Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) from the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol.1, including the requirements to unlock the Big Boss Title, tips on how to get the Big Boss Title, and other useful information.

How to Get Big Boss Title Guide for Metal Gear Solid (MGS1)

What is Big Boss Title?

Highest Rank in Metal Gear Solid Games

In Metal Gear Solid (MGS1), the Big Boss title is considered to be the highest rank achievable. Based on the game’s concept of rankings, Big Boss signifies an advanced skill level that involves covert and tactical play. However, the title can only be achieved on the following playthrough after beating the game for the first time.

How to Get the Big Boss Title

Finish the game while fulfilling the requirements to unlock the Big Boss Title

Players must finish the game while fulfilling the requirements and conditions below.

Requirements to Get the Big Boss Title

Total Clear Time	Within 3 hours
Number of Saves	79 times or less
Number of Continues	0 times
Number of Times Discovered by Enemy	4 times or less
Number of Kills	25 or less
Number of Rations Used	1 or less
Radar	Off
Special Item Usage	Allowed

Use Special Items

Using the Special Items, such as Stealth Camouflage and Bandana, may be the easiest way to unlock the Big Boss Title. Stealth Camouflage is extremely useful for avoiding enemy detection, while the Bandana makes your ammo infinite, giving you an advantage in fighting bosses in the game.

Although it is entirely your choice whether you want to use these special items or beat the game without using them while fulfilling the requirements and conditions to unlock the Big Boss title.

Other Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Guides

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Walkthrough

▼MGS 1 Story Walkthrough
Loading Docks – Tank Hangar Armory	Canyon
Nuclear Warhead Storage Building – Laboratory	Nuclear Warhead Storage Building – Director's Office
Underground Passage - Tank Hangar Medical Room	Communications Tower Building - Snowfield
Blast Furnace - Underground Warehouse	Underground Base

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Main Story Walkthrough

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Useful Guides

▼MGS 1 Useful Guides
Trophies and Achievements List	All Endings Guide
Post-Game Unlockables	Game Controls
Characters and Voice Actors List	All Ghost Photo Locations
How to Get Stealth Camouflage	How to Get Bandana
How to Get Tuxedo Outfit	How to Get Big Boss Title (Clear Rank)

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Boss Guides

▼MGS 1 Boss Guides
Revolver Ocelot	M1 Tank
Cyborg Ninja	Psycho Mantis
Sniper Wolf	Hind D
Vulcan Raven	Metal Gear Rex
Liquid Snake

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Boss List

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Weapon Guides

▼MGS 1 Weapon Guides
SOCOM	FAMAS	Nikita
PSG1	Stinger	Grenade
Stun Grenade	Chaff Grenade	C4
Claymore

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) All Weapons List and Locations

Metal Gear Solid (MGS1) Item Guides

▼MGS 1 Item Guides
Cigarette	Scope	Ration
Thermal Goggles	Cardboard Box A	Suppressor
Mine Detector	ID Card	Optical Disk
Camera	Gasmask	Cardboard Box B
Night Vision Goggles	Diazepam	Scarf (Handkerchief)
Ketchup	Time Bomb	Medicine
Body Armor	Rope	Cardboard Box C
PAL Key	Bandana	Stealth Camouflage