METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER (PlayStation 5) is a modern remake of the legendary stealth-action game Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, developed by Konami. Built in Unreal Engine 5, it recreates the original experience with updated visuals, improved controls, and enhanced immersion while staying faithful to the classic story.
Set in the year 1964 during the Cold War, players control Naked Snake on a covert mission in Soviet territory. His objectives include rescuing a scientist, sabotaging a nuclear superweapon, and confronting his mentor—The Boss—in a mission that shapes the origins of the Metal Gear saga.
The game focuses on tactical stealth gameplay, where survival depends on camouflage, close-quarters combat, and environmental awareness. Players must manage injuries, stamina, and resources while navigating dense jungle terrain filled with enemy soldiers and wildlife.
The remake preserves the original story and structure but enhances it with modern graphics, realistic environments, and smoother controls. It offers both a classic-style control scheme and a modern third-person action layout for accessibility.
Core features include:
| Platform | PlayStation 5 |
| Genre | Stealth / Action-Adventure |
| Game Modes | Single-player (with planned online modes) |
| Players | 1 Player |
| Developer | Konami (with Virtuos) |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Release Date | August 28, 2025 |
| Perspective | Third-person (modern + legacy control options) |
| Core Gameplay | Stealth infiltration, survival mechanics, CQC combat, exploration |
| World Setting | Cold War-era Soviet jungle environment |
| PS5 Features | DualSense haptics, adaptive triggers, 3D audio, ray-traced visuals, fast loading |
| Rating | Mature 17+ (Violence, Blood, Suggestive Themes) |
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| Works with | Playstation 5 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |