In an interview with PC Gamer magazine (via GamesRadar), Okamura spoke about how he sees the upcoming Metal Gear Solid Delta as both a replacement to, and a companion for the classic Snake Eater. This, he explains, is why Konami made the original Snake Eater available on all modern platforms through the release of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1.

He explained that younger players and those new to the Metal Gear franchise might feel more comfortable playing the remake rather than the original, owing to the classic’s more esoteric control scheme and the remake’s modern visuals. Long-time fans of Metal Gear, however, might find it better as a companion piece to the original.

“For new users who are just getting started with the MGS series, MGS Delta may be more familiar. For long-time MGS series fans, the Master Collection version may feel superior,” he said. Ultimately, however, Okamura believes that “we would like to leave that decision up to the players themselves.”

As for Hayter, he doesn’t have a firm opinion on whether or not Delta acts as a replacement to the original Snake Eater. He does, however, note that he recently played the original Metal Gear Solid – first released back in 1998 – and pointed out that it’s still a fun and engaging game. In that regard, Hayter seemingly believes that the original games still stand firm on their own merits.

“I was literally playing the original Metal Gear Solid a couple days ago, and it’s still a banger,” he said, going on the ponder, “Will [Delta] replace [MGS3]? I don’t know. I just think it’s a different, upgraded version.”

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is coming to PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. While it is slated to be largely faithful to the 2004 original, the remake is also going to have a number of extra options for modern players, including the ability to pick between a modern control scheme and the classic style of controls. The game will also mark the return of Secret Theater – a feature from the original Snake Eater that featured joke cutscenes with the game’s characters.

However, Konami has confirmed that the Secret Theater feature in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater will not feature the same upgraded visuals as the rest of the game. Rather, they will retain the PS2-era visuals from the original. Creative producer Yuji Korekado revealed that this decision was made because the cutscene director believed the gags to be funnier in the original art style.

While you wait for the release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, here is everything you might need to know about the game. Also check out details about the remake’s new online Fox Hunt game mode.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Expectation was moderate following Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown’s announcement, perhaps given the mediocracy of Assassins Creed’s side-scrolling Chronicles games, but The Lost Crown, in fact, will be remembered as a modern platforming masterpiece. Deep combat, enthralling, satisfying platforming, and time manipulation powers to unleash upon a host of enemies render this action-adventure game an exhilarating must play.

]]> 605136 https://gamingbolt.com/metal-gear-production-hotline-01-announced-for-june-28th Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:02:23 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=591879 After promising a presentation with bigger announcements for the Metal Gear franchise, Konami has announced a Metal Gear – Production Hotline 01 for today at 8 PM JST/4 AM PST. The announcement tweet (translated via DeepL) says it will provide the latest information about the series from the producers.

It will be available on YouTube and Twitter, with the former having English subtitles. The last Hotline video saw Konami revealing the title screen for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and an upcoming update for Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1.

Of course, there have been several other announcements since then, from the recent gameplay reveal of Delta: Snake Eater to its various new features (which you can read about here). Perhaps Konami will finally announce the release window, though rumors claim the remake may be out next year. Stay tuned for more details when the Production Hotline goes live later today.

本日6/28 20時(JST)に「METAL GEAR – PRODUCTION HOTLINE 01」を公開します！

「メタルギア」シリーズに関する最新情報を制作者自らお届けする番組です。

公開先：
✅メタルギア公式X(@metalgear_jp)
✅YouTube(https://t.co/aHKYERhmdb)
※YouTubeは英語字幕対応#MetalGearSolid pic.twitter.com/gkfHJ8x6a2

— メタルギア公式 (METAL GEAR) (@metalgear_jp) June 28, 2024

As outlined in the tweet below, some include addressing complaints like the lack of control configuration options, “unnatural” keyboard controls, and missing Codec/radio voice data on Nintendo Switch. Fixes for all of these are in progress but are expected to take more time. Konami is also investigating the “inadequate” upscaling method used on all platforms and will provide more details when it has a solution.

Various other issues have also been fixed, like the player character moving at high speeds, input delay in Metal Gear Solid 1 and audio clipping on the Steam version. Nintendo Switch and Steam players should also be able to download the bonus video content. Stay tuned for more updates in the meantime.

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 is available for PS4, PS5, PC, Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X/S. Check out our review here.

プレ配信の中でお伝えしました『メタルギア ソリッド: マスターコレクション Vol.1』のアップデート状況を改めてお伝えします。

今後もさらに遊びやすくなるようアップデートを重ねていきます。

プレ配信動画はこちら↓https://t.co/u23REAtTFA#MGSVol1#MetalGearSolid#メタルギアソリッド pic.twitter.com/BM9S6camNA

— メタルギア公式 (METAL GEAR) (@metalgear_jp) March 19, 2024

As noted by the studio’s announcement of the update, Metal Gear Solid, as well as Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2, were already playable on the Steam Deck. The update primarily makes the last two games in the collection compatible with the handheld gaming PC.

The latest update comes shortly after the release of version 1.4.0, which brought with it new screen features for Metal Gear Solid. The update allows players to make use of smoothing, alongside adding new options for playing the game in Standard, Pixel Perfect, and 16:9 aspect ratios. The 16:9 option, rather than being proper widescreen support, simply stretches the Standard version across the screen.

There are also new audio settings for every game in the collection, allowing players to fine tune the volumes in-game as well as through the main menus.

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 is available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. For more details, check out our review.

【Ver.1.4.1配信のお知らせ】
本日1月29日よりSteam版Ver.1.4.1を配信しております。

主な変更点としましては、MGS2、MGS3、ボーナスコンテンツのSteam Deck対応となります。
※MGS1、MG、MG2は既にSteam Deckにてプレイ可能です。#MetalGearSolid#メタルギアソリッド#MGSVol1 pic.twitter.com/8hqkDxRboW

— メタルギア公式 (METAL GEAR) (@metalgear_jp) January 29, 2024

The description for the teaser indicates that this is going to be the start of an ongoing series, with Hayter taking players through some of the most iconic and memorable moments in the franchise. The teaser comes just weeks after the launch of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1.

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 features Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater as part of the bundle, along with older titles like Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, and Snake’s Revenge. The collection also features bonus content, like the Special Missions from the original Metal Gear Solid, strategy guides, screenplay books, and master books.

Konami has confirmed that Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 will be getting post-launch updates to fix some of its existing issues. For more details, check out our review.

The side-scrolling platformer debuted on the same day as Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 but in second place. As for Insomniac Games’ blockbuster sequel, it dropped to second place with sales down by 69 percent. New titles debuting for the week include Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 in fourth. Stay tuned for the full top ten and its associated data.

Though their long-term chart rankings remain to be seen, Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 have been incredibly successful. The former debuted in Japan with over 638,000 units sold in its first week and became the fastest-selling Mario title ever in Europe. Meanwhile, the latter sold over 2.5 million copies in 24 hours and is PlayStation’s fastest-selling first-party title.

Super Mario Bros Wonder swaps places with Spider-Man 2 in the UK physical charts this week. Mario sales were down a respectable 55% in its second week, and rose a place to No.1. Spider-Man 2 sales are down the more usual 69% and falls to No.2. Metal Gear Collection makes No.4

— Christopher Dring (@Chris_Dring) October 29, 2023

Assassin’s Creed Mirage

Mirage focuses on Basim Ibn Ishaq and his journey from street thief to an assassin as part of the Hidden Ones. With only the four districts of 9th century Baghdad to explore, the return of parkour and urban traversal, and a more open-ended approach to assassinating targets, Assassin’s Creed Mirage looks to be a strong return to form.

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria

Following up on the success of titles like Valheim, The Forest, and more, Free Range Games’ co-op experience focuses on Gimli and his dwarves as they return to reclaim Moria. Players will traverse the mines, claiming different resources to create better tools, weapons and armor, and battle enemies like orcs, cave trolls and more. With base-building, exploration, survival elements and support for up to eight players, it’s an overall different spin on the Lord of the Rings formula and launches on October 24th for PS5 and PC.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is easily the biggest release of next month and launches on October 20th for PS5. Set several months after the events of Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, it sees Peter and Miles battling new villains like Kraven and his hunters, while also dealing with Dr. Curt Connors, who transforms into Lizard. Meanwhile, the Symbiote takes hold of Peter, granting new powers but corrupting his mind. With a map that’s twice as large as previous games, brand new activities and abilities, and instantaneous switching between both heroes, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 looks like a step up from the original in almost every way.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder

At first glance, Super Mario Bros. Wonder seems to ask, “What if Mario, but trippy?” After Bowser shows up in the Flower Kingdom and does Bowser things, it’s up to Mario and friends to stop him. New Wonder Flowers can alter a stage in crazy ways, from living pipes to an overhead perspective and stampeding enemies, but the 2D platformer has a lot more to offer. You can equip Badges for unique perks, and use new power-ups like turning into an Elephant or using bubbles to trap enemies.

Multiplayer supports up to four players with the option to create rooms and partake in races, while asynchronous elements like Live Player Shadows add a whole new dimension to solo play. Super Mario Bros. Wonder launches on October 20th for Nintendo Switch.

Detective Pikachu Returns

If you need a Switch title to tide you over before Mario’s next big adventure, there’s Detective Pikachu Returns. As a sequel to the 2016 adventure title on the Nintendo DS, it sees Tim Goodman and Detective Pikachu working together once more to investigate the disappearance of Harry, Tim’s father.

While Tim questions human NPCs for clues, Pikachu interacts with Pokemon and uses their abilities in unique ways, like tracking scents with Growlithe, destroying objects with Darmanitan or seeing through walls with Luxray. How extensive the mystery will be remains to be seen, but Detective Pikachu Returns should be worth investigating when it launches on October 6th on Nintendo Switch.

Forza Motorsport

As a reboot of Turn 10 Studios’ acclaimed racing sim franchise, Forza Motorsport has over 500 cars (with more than 100 making their debut for the series), 20 locations, and 800 upgrades. It’s a ground-up rebuilding of what makes the Motorsport series so good. Everything, from the handling and tire physics to the damage model and visuals, has been revamped and supports full ray tracing during gameplay.

The new Builders Cup will test your skills in single-player, while Featured Multiplayer aims to create a living racing community with continuous events. All of this barely scratches the surface of Forza Motorsport, and we can’t wait to dive deeper when it launches on October 10th for Xbox Series X/S and PC.

Sonic Superstars

Jump up, superstar, but not quite the one you’re thinking. Sonic Superstars sees Sonic, Knuckles, Amy and Tails reunited, venturing to the new North Star Islands to combat Eggman, Fang the Sniper and the mysterious chip. For the first time in the series, there’s support for up to four players on screen, while new abilities manifest thanks to Emerald Powers.

If you’re looking for more competitive multiplayer, Battle Mode is available with races, star collecting and survival for up to eight players online and four players locally. Sonic Superstars launches on October 17th for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch.

Ghostrunner 2

Jack is back and this time, he’s venturing outside of Dharma Tower to pursue an AI cult. You’ll still traverse perilous environments, wall-running, slow-mo dodging and slicing enemies into ribbons (while hopefully not dying). However, along with new skills, Jack also has a bike to engage in fast-paced stages with split-second platforming. Releasing on October 26th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC, Ghostrunner 2 also promises revamped progression, more involving boss fights and the same synthwave goodness.

NHL 24

Compared to EA Sports’ other properties, from the revamped EA Sports FC 24 to the long-awaited EA Sports UFC 5, NHL 24 may feel like more of the same. However, EA Vancouver promises plenty of new features, from new total control skills to a new passing system, physics-based contact and even full crossplay for Ultimate Team and the new and improved World of Chel.

Whether you’re keen on body-checking fools or mastering the system’s intricacies, NHL 24 looks like a sizable improvement over its predecessor. It launches on October 6th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PS4 and Xbox One.

Lords of the Fallen

Lords of the Fallen is releasing on October 13th for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. Developed in Unreal Engine 5 and aiming to be Dark Souls 4.5 in a post-Elden Ring world, it sees players exploring two worlds: Axiom, the Land of the Living, and Umbral, the Land of the Dead.

While you have a litany of weapons, armor sets, and spells to battle enemies, utilizing the Umbral Lamp to traverse environments and potentially escape the realm of the dead is also important. It looks sharp, and even with the release of Lies of P, who can say no to another solid Souls-like?

Alan Wake 2

Over 13 years since the first game’s release (both in-game and outside of it), Alan Wake finally returns in a full-fledged sequel. While Alan remains trapped in the Dark Place, seeking an escape, newcomer and FBI agent Saga Anderson ventures to Bright Falls to investigate killings related to Wake’s work. The former surreal environments and even bends them in unique ways, while the latter acquires clues and organizes them in her mind space.

Both will have to deal with horrifying enemies, using flashlights to focus and make them vulnerable to firearms. With a much more ambitious scale and gorgeous visuals, Alan Wake 2 could be a dark horse in one of the most packed years in gaming. It’s out on October 27th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1

At long last, the legend returns…sort of. Konami’s Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection is a compilation of the mainline titles, with Vol. 1 featuring Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. These aren’t remasters or remakes, though – Metal Gear Solid is locked to 30 FPS, while Metal Gear Solid 2 and 3 are from the HD Collection released about a decade ago.

Nevertheless, they’re as faithful as you can get, while the collection delivers goodies like graphic novels, guides, scripts and even the option to play Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake and even Snake’s Revenge. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 launches on October 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PS4, PC and Nintendo Switch.

Transformers: EarthSpark – Expedition

Going from the Cybertron series and Transformers Devastation to this doesn’t paint Transformers: EarthSpark – Expedition in the best light. Nevertheless, Tessera Studios’ action-adventure title could be better than expected with its combat and exploration. It launches on October 13th for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged

A follow-up to the surprisingly entertaining Hot Wheels Unleashed, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged offers even more arcade racing with more content and features. There are five new environments, from a museum to a mini-golf course, new abilities like double jumping, and over 130 vehicles (with two new types: motorcycles and ATVs).

There’s even an extensive new campaign and cross-platform support with new modes like Elimination Events and Drift Challenges. All-in-all, it looks like a worthy follow-up that doubles down on what works. Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged launches on October 19th for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC and Nintendo Switch.

Ark: Survival Ascended

What if Ark: Survival Evolved but remade in Unreal Engine 5 (and also charging fans for it)? For better or worse, Studio Wildcard is going in that direction with Ark: Survival Ascended, which launches in October for PC, Xbox Series X/S and PS5. Along with better visuals and support for Nanite and Lumen, it offers cross-platform multiplayer, improved performance, a new third-person camera, Photo Mode, an updated mini-map, ping system and much more. Will it be worth the wait, especially with the $45 price and Survival Evolved going offline? Time will tell, but thus far, the developer has its work cut out for it.

Starfield

Starfield is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated games of the year, and the game finally looks to be on track to hit its updated release date of September 6, 2023. Starfield is Bethesda’s first new IP in over 25 years, and from what we’ve seen so far – the game looks absolutely amazing. Everything from the combat to the exploration and visuals looks impressive, and we’re really excited to see how it all comes up together when the game releases for Xbox Series consoles and PC later this year.

Nothing else was revealed, save for the remake coming to PS5, which is interesting considering the rumors that it’s a multi-platform release. In addition to the remake, another rumor was confirmed – the original versions of Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater are being re-released for PS5 this Autumn.

These will comprise Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1, implying that other volumes are in development. Stay tuned for more details in the meantime and hopefully some actual gameplay for Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater Remake.