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Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater — Classic Remake Returns in 2025
Konami is bringing back the iconic 2004 stealth-action title, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, with a modern remake titled Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. Optimized for contemporary platforms, the remake is set for release on August 28, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
What Makes This Remake Stand Out
- Faithful Revival with Modern Enhancements
Built on Unreal Engine 5, the remake revamps all visuals, animations, and audio while preserving the original story, characters, and musical score. Iconic features like Snake vs. Monkey return—and Xbox players get a new twist with “Snake vs. Bomberman.” There’s even a new online multiplayer mode called Fox Hunt, planned for a later launch. - Dual Control Styles
Players can choose between two gameplay experiences:
- Legacy Style: Top-down view and classic controls mirroring the original.
- Modern Style: Third-person camera and updated controls for a contemporary feel.
- Legacy Style: Top-down view and classic controls mirroring the original.
- Immersive Realism
Snake’s injuries and battle wear show up in real time—damaged clothing, cuts, bruises—all enhancing immersion and personalizing each player’s journey. - Rich Additional Modes
Alongside the main campaign, players will encounter returning and new mini-games like Snake vs. Monkey, and the Xbox-exclusive Bomberman crossover.
Release Details & Editions
- Launch Date: August 28, 2025 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Early Access: Available August 26 with the Digital Deluxe Edition preorder.
- Edition Variations: Standard, Digital Deluxe (with early access and exclusive items), and Collector’s editions are available.
Final Thought
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater strikes a thoughtful balance between nostalgic reverence and modern design. With its stunning new engine, familiar story, dual gameplay modes, and added multiplayer thrills, it’s poised to stand as both a heartfelt homage and a fresh entry accessible to newcomers. Fans ready for Snake’s origin story can mark their calendars for August 2025.
