10 Times Video Games Freaked Us Out With Fake Glitches And Cheeky Tricks
2. Metal Gear Solid - Psycho Mantis
The first Metal Gear Solid is filled with freaky moments, but none of them stand out quite as much as the encounter with Psycho Mantis. One of the game's most fascinating bosses, Psycho Mantis is part of the FOXHOUND group and renowned for his telepathic powers.
When we first meet Mantis, he claims to be able to read our mind, and then proceeds to demonstrate his super psychic abilities by breaking the fourth wall in a number of ways. He can make your controller vibrate, turn the screen black, and even read your memory card and comment on past games you've played.
The way to defeat Psycho Mantis is also an incredible trick thought up by the game's developer, Hideo Kojima. Since Mantis can 'read your mind', he can predict every move you make and dodge all of Snake's shots. The way to beat him was to therefore swap the controller over to port two on your PlayStation, breaking Mantis' psychic link and finally allowing you to deal some damage.