Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 2
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My Cat Doesn’t Care About The Metal Gear Box, Just The Box It Came In
Konami has announced a line of Metal Gear Solid-themed cat merchandise, including cat-scratch boxes and plush toys, to celebrate the upcoming release of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. The merchandise will be available at CatCon 2026 and through the OKS Gear Shop. The collection, featuring items inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, launches alongside the game on August 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Preorder Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 on PC and Save 23% (Out Thursday)
The PC version of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 is available for preorder with a 23% discount ahead of its release this Thursday. The collection includes classic Metal Gear Solid titles.
This week in PC games: Gamescom and GTA 6 fight for our attention, but don't forget Folk Emerging, MGS4 and the horror game about balancing a cake
This week's PC gaming news is dominated by Gamescom and a Grand Theft Auto 6 documentary, alongside a significant number of new game releases. Notable titles include the early access milsim Burned Horizons, horror visual novel Money for Girls: Amortized, and Patrice Désilets' long-troubled 1666: Amsterdam. Other releases span various genres, from bullet hell and platformers to 4X strategy and survival games.
Games Inbox: Is the PS5 boycott still happening?
Readers discuss various gaming topics, including a boycott of the PlayStation 5 due to the discontinuation of physical media, impressions of The Duskbloods network test, and reactions to Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks. Other topics include the relevance of Xbox's 25th anniversary, Nintendo Switch 2 impressions, and the debate around physical vs. digital game sales.
Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania Reboots Are “Pillars” of Konami’s Business, Says President
Konami Digital Entertainment president Hideki Hayakawa stated that reboots of Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Suikoden are key business initiatives. While specific reboot plans remain vague, the company is actively working on remakes and new titles for these franchises, alongside new intellectual properties and existing games like eFootball and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Updates MGS4’s Disc Swapping Joke With New Voice Lines
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 will update a fourth-wall-breaking joke from Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots for modern platforms. Instead of referencing the PlayStation 3's Blu-ray technology, Otacon's voice lines will now mention PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. The collection, set to release on August 27th, will also include Peace Walker and Ghost Babel.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 23, 2026 – Minecraft for Switch 2, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order as of August 23, 2026, across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming game releases for the Nintendo Switch and the anticipated Switch 2, including titles like Minecraft, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, and Elden Ring, along with amiibo and book releases.
Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for August 27, 2026
Nintendo has updated the Japanese eShop release schedule for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 for the week of August 27, 2026. Upcoming titles include Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, and Neptunia Unlimited.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, more
Nintendo eShop listings reveal the file sizes for various games on both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Notable titles include Elden Ring at 50.0GB and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 at 21.9GB for the Switch 2, and 50.2GB for the Nintendo Switch version.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 23, 2026 – Elden Ring already on top before launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 23, 2026, show Elden Ring topping the list due to pre-loads, despite its upcoming launch. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 also ranks high with pre-orders, while new releases like DayZ and Starsand Island appear on the charts.
Metal Gear Solid 4: The Flawed Masterpiece Kojima Didn't Want to Make
This article examines the legacy of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, questioning whether it is a flawed masterpiece or Kojima's true magnum opus. The discussion is prompted by its recent inclusion in Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, bringing it to modern consoles.
Video: Metal Gear Solid 4 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 vs. PS3 graphics comparison
A graphics comparison video showcases Metal Gear Solid 4 running on the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 3. The Nintendo Switch 2 version targets 60 FPS, a significant upgrade from the PS3's 30 FPS, while the PS5 version offers slightly higher resolution and better shadows. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 is set to release on August 27, 2026.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 updates MGS4 joke, even brings back original voice actor
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 updates a joke in Metal Gear Solid 4, referencing the original PlayStation 3 platform with updated voice lines recorded by Christopher Randolph. The reference now changes depending on the platform, with Nintendo Switch being an example, and the collection is set to release on August 27, 2026.
Konami’s New PS5 Action Game Collection Gets Rave Reviews
Konami's Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 has received positive reviews ahead of its August 27, 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. Critics praise the collection for modernizing classic titles like Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, highlighting improved gameplay and game preservation efforts.
Metal Gear Solid 4's most famous joke gets updated in Master Collection Vol. 2, with Konami even bringing back the…
Konami has updated a classic meta-joke from Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots within the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. The updated joke now references current platforms like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, rather than the original PlayStation 3 disc-swapping gag. Voice actor Christopher Randolph reprised his role for the updated lines.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Is An Exciting Return To Metal Gear’s Past
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 includes Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, and Metal Gear Solid: Ghost Babel. While Metal Gear Solid 4 retains its cutscene-heavy nature and dated controls, it runs well on PC and Steam Deck. Peace Walker offers digestible missions perfect for quick play sessions, and Ghost Babel is a charming showcase of early Metal Gear Solid design.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28
This week's Xbox update highlights numerous game releases between August 24th and 28th across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with many titles also available on Game Pass. Notable releases include STAR WARS Zero Company, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, alongside various indie titles and remasters.
MGS Master Collection Vol. 2 Finally Gives Fans What They’ve Been Waiting For
Metal Gear Solid 4 has been made available on current consoles as part of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. This release marks the first time the game has been playable on modern platforms after being previously exclusive to the PlayStation 3.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 (PS5) Review: Kept You Waiting, Huh?
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 brings Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker to modern platforms, offering significant performance upgrades like 4K resolution and 60 FPS. While the games themselves are praised, the collection suffers from the same issues as its predecessor, including a lack of unified front-end and minimal bonus video content. It includes fewer titles than Vol. 1, with only the Game Boy Color's Metal Gear spin-off joining the two main entries.
Nintendo Download - August 20, 2026 - NintendoFuse
This week's Nintendo Download features the upcoming release of Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, which includes the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28. Also highlighted are Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, and various in-game events and sales on the Nintendo eShop.
