These items provide Solid Snake with crucial tactical advantages, allowing him to navigate Outer Heaven more effectively and overcome environmental challenges.
- Binoculars: Allows you to scout the next screen, revealing enemy positions and patrol routes. Essential for planning stealth.
- Radar: Displays enemy positions and your location on a mini-map in the top-right corner of the screen. Invaluable for real-time awareness.
- Infrared Goggles: Reveals invisible laser grids, allowing you to safely navigate through them.
- Cardboard Box: A classic Metal Gear item. Equip it and stand still to hide from patrolling guards. Effective in open areas.
- Ration: Restores a portion of Solid Snake's health. You can carry multiple Rations. Essential for survival.
- Bulletproof Vest: Reduces damage taken from enemy attacks. Highly recommended to acquire early.
- Gas Mask: Protects Snake from poisonous gas in certain areas.
- Mine Detector: Reveals hidden landmines on the ground, allowing you to avoid or disarm them.
Mastering the use of these gadgets is key to a successful infiltration. For example, using Binoculars before entering a new screen can save you from an immediate alert.