S Rank Hints & Tips

Master Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes S-Ranks! Get expert tips on disabling reflex, staying stealthy, extracting prisoners, and using unlocked weapons to boost your score.

Earning S-Ranks in Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes can be tough, but don't sweat it! I've got some solid tips and tricks to help you boost your score, shave off precious time, and keep your cool. Let's get you those S-Ranks!

Here’s the lowdown on boosting your score:

• Turn off Reflex Mode: Seriously, do this in the gameplay menu. You'll get a sweet bonus of 5000-8000 points just for completing a mission without it. That's a huge chunk towards that S-Rank!
• Stay Undetected: Try your absolute best to remain unseen. If you do get spotted, escape as fast as you can. Completing a mission without any enemies entering combat status nets you a massive 3000 bonus points.
• No Kills Allowed: Stick to close-quarters combat or your tranquilizer gun. Absolutely no killing! This earns you a 2000 bonus point reward and keeps you nice and stealthy.

Maximizing Your Score and Time:

• Extract Those Prisoners: You'll often find prisoners at the eastern side of the prison camp. Extracting them is a great way to get bonus points, especially if you messed up a bit (like killing someone or getting spotted). They can help offset those negative scores.
• Unlock Better Gear: As you complete missions, you'll unlock new weapons that appear at your starting point. C-Ranks get you the Sz.-336 SMG, B-Ranks unlock the MR R-Launcher/S1000 Shotgun, and A-Ranks give you the M2000 Sniper-D. These can make subsequent runs much easier!
• Time is Key: Speed is crucial for S-Ranks. If you finish a mission fast enough, you won't need to stress about grabbing all those tricky bonus points. Plus, I've got video walkthroughs in the guide to help you shave off every second possible.
• Call in the Chopper Early: Use your iDroid to call for your helicopter on the way to the extraction zone. It'll be waiting when you get there, saving you valuable seconds.
• Secondary Objectives: Each mission has a secondary objective, often tied to an achievement or trophy. These can offer some nice bonus points, but some are pretty tough. Weigh the risk versus the reward – is it worth it for those extra points?