Just a few days after their Silent Hill 2 Remake showcase, which sparked more division than unity among players, Konami returned to the Microsoft conference for the Summer Game Fest, replacing the now-defunct E3. This provided an opportunity to reveal a new video featuring some previously unseen gameplay sequences that reassured gamers. While the revamped appearance of Snake is a topic of debate, with some finding it less charismatic despite its smoother look, the gameplay has addressed many concerns. Our agent’s capabilities seem more diverse, including broader and more flexible movements, as well as quirky techniques like crocodile camouflage to deceive hostile wildlife. The scene where Snake is completely covered in mud, making him invisible to enemies, evokes memories of Schwarzenegger’s encounter with the Predator. However, the game also promises epic and action-packed sequences, such as Snake unhesitatingly wielding a bazooka against heavily armed helicopters, rail shooter segments, and scenes that draw parallels to John Rambo.
We have learned that Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater will maintain the injury aspect introduced by its predecessor, featuring damage conversations for Snake, which means players can expect to see their character sustain injuries and develop scars throughout the game.
In terms of controls, Konami has planned for a more intuitive playability compared to the original title (and fortunately, it was necessary) and reminds players that the game was developed using Unreal Engine 5, which also accounts for the high quality of the graphics. This is an opportunity to reiterate that Konami is developing the game internally, with former members of Kojima’s team who did not leave with the game designer in 2015. It should be noted that this team is supported by Virtuos Studio, known for its work on previous titles within the Metal Gear franchise. Additionally, Virtuos specializes in remasters and remakes, having contributed to projects such as Dark Souls Remastered and Uncharted 4.
It is important to note that David Hayter has been cast to resume his original role. He was replaced by Kojima with Kiefer Sutherland for Metal Gear Solid V, which led to some misunderstandings from both the actor and the public. The reasons behind this change are not clear, but it is evident that Hideo Kojima and David Hayter are no longer on good terms in real life. Such situations can occur…
