Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma, and History in Metal Gear Solid V

This book explores the video gameMetal Gear Solid V's exploration of trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through a careful analysis of its thematic elements and characters. It also considers the game's complex take on post-9/11 history.Metal Gear Solid Vconsists of two interrelated titles,Ground ZeroesandThe Phantom Pain. Ground Zeroesis examined as a post-9/11 narrative exploring America's use of Guantanamo Bay and the extraordinary rendition program as tools in the War on Terror.The Phantom Painis examined as a work exploring post-9/11 in trauma, especially in returning soldiers. The characters appearing in both games are given substantial consideration and analysis as embodiments of different forms of PTSD and trauma. This book appeals especially to those interested in video game study, to those who are enthusiasts of video games, and those interested in post-9/11 narratives.