Summary
Silent Hill 2isn’t the onlyKonamigame getting a remake, as the seminalMetal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eaterwill also be given a lift for a modern audience in the form ofMetal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. Originally revealedduring the 2023 PlayStation Showcase, Delta: Snake Eater is bringing Big Boss' origin to current-gen consoles,complete with the original voice cast, as well asthe original’s gameplay elements.
That said, despite the number of details revealed to this point,along with the game’s Collector’s Edition, which also went up for preorder and immediately sold out, no release date has been provided.
Fortunately, that looks to be changing, and relatively soon, too.According to a new hands-on report via the official PlayStation Blog, a release date will be “revealed later this year.” However, that’s not the only bit of intel from the report to glean information from.
Make Sure You Take Care Of Snake
One of the more noteworthy bits of info from the blog revolves around the “Battle Damage System.” Gamers might recall that in the original Snake Eater, Snake had various wounds he needed to treat, as well as actual illnesses like poisoning and the stomach flu.
Delta: Snake Eater will take things to the next level, meaning any wounds that Snake has will be visible throughout the game. Those wounds will seemingly affect gameplay in a larger way, so players will be encouraged to actively maintain Snake’s various ailments and fractures.
Speaking of maintaining Snake, the camouflage system will be further enhanced as a result of the visuals, with Snake being able to become one with the environment. For example, dunking Snake into the wetland will max out his camo index, making him practically invisible.
Accessibility Options Galore
One of the key hallmarks of modern gaming isthe sheer number of accessibility options present to help gamers of all abilities play and enjoy the hobby. Delta: Snake Eater will join that fold, with options to change how you use a weapon or equipment, button-hold removals and visual element tweaks, like color correction, among other options.
The game will also boast a modern control scheme, though longtime gamers could opt to use a system based on the original scheme. That choice will be entirely up to the player.
With a release date reveal on the horizon, it won’t be too long before fans find out when they can jump back into the world of Metal Gear Solid. And based off the information shared, it sounds like it’ll be a faithful remake with enough modern sensibilities and classic homages.
