Unreal Engine 5 Remake of Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater Announced
We’ve been waiting with much anticipation for Konami’s official Unreal Engine remake of MGS Snaker Eater, the classic PlayStation 2 stealth action game. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater was announced all the way back in 2023. Things had been quiet since Konami dropped a trailer last year, but it seems Sony may have inadvertently published – and then swiftly removed – the release date announcement.
A Release Date Leak?
It’s been pointed out by several fans on social media that the PlayStation Store in at least some territories has published a new trailer together with a release date of 28 August. It seems Konami may have had words because the trailer and the date have now been removed, with the site now citing merely a 2025 release, but we hope to hear more at the next PlayStation State of Play event, which is rumored for next week.
A New Trailer and Gameplay
Judging by the trailer that Sony dropped, the game has been well worth the wait, showcasing the visual power of Unreal Engine in the game’s upgraded graphics and sumptuous lighting to achieve the cinematic impact the Hideo Kojima’s 2004 game was aiming for.
Screenshots and Gameplay
Check out the screenshots below for a glimpse of the game’s modern remake:
(Image credit: Konami)
What’s New?
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a modern remake of the third in the Metal Gear Solid series and the fifth Metal Gear game in total if we count Metal Gear (1987) and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake (1990). The game is billed as a prequel set 31 years before the first Metal Gear, following CIA agent Naked Snake.
Gameplay looks very faithful to the original despite a new first-person mode. It looks very much like a modern facelift, respecting the original vision but with today’s tech and rebuilt environments. It feels nostalgic but totally contemporary too. And it seems that even the Snake vs. Monkey Ape Escape crossover mini game will be back!
Unreal Engine 5
And after Silent Hill 2, the Snake Eater remake seems to confirm Konami’s move from its proprietary engine to Unreal Engine 5. That’s a strong commendation for Unreal. Some will lament that perhaps Konami’s Fox Engine never achieved its potential, but, as well as allowing cutting-edge visuals, Unreal is likely to be a huge time saver for the developer. Almost every dev has experience with it, and there’s UE’s own development team support as back up.
Conclusion
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is shaping up to be a fantastic remake of a classic game. With its upgraded graphics and modern gameplay, it’s sure to please fans of the series and newcomers alike. We can’t wait to get our hands on it and experience the game for ourselves.
FAQs
Q: When is Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater releasing?
A: The game is set to release in 2025, but a specific date has not been announced.
Q: Is Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater a remake or a reboot?
A: The game is a remake of the original Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater, with updated graphics and gameplay.
Q: Will the game feature a new storyline or characters?
A: The game is billed as a prequel, set 31 years before the first Metal Gear, following CIA agent Naked Snake.
Q: Will the game be available on all platforms?
A: The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, but a release on other platforms has not been announced.
