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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 4 – Master Collection Vol. 2 – What You Need To Know Before Buying
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is set to be released in Master Collection Vol. 2, bringing the PlayStation 3 exclusive to modern platforms. The game features a deep narrative, innovative stealth and action mechanics, and unique systems like OctoCamo and Solid Eye. The collection will include the MGS4 Database, Screenplay Book, and Master Book, with pre-order bonuses available. It will support 4K resolution and 60fps on most platforms, though the Nintendo Switch will have lower resolutions and a 30fps cap.
Evening Reading - August 21, 2026
This is the final full Evening Reading before Gamescom, with the author departing for Germany to cover the event. The article rounds up recent gaming news including Take-Two Interactive's subpoena for the GTA 6 leaker, Marvel's Wolverine going gold, and updates on Call of Duty, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Dead by Daylight. It also highlights new game maps, download deals, and a look at the Metal Gear Solid series.
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.
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.
Konami Sets an August Date for Metal Gear Solid’s Return — Mark Your Calendar
Konami has announced that Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 will be released on August 27 for PC and other platforms, priced at $49.99. The collection will feature Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, along with Metal Gear: Ghost Babel and digital bonus content. This release marks a significant return for the franchise since Hideo Kojima's departure from Konami.
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.
Two Players, One PS1 Classic: Metal Gear Solid Co-Op Shown Off In New Trailer
A trailer has been released showcasing a co-op mod in development for the original 1998 PlayStation game Metal Gear Solid. This fan-made project aims to bring the classic title online for two players, utilizing emulation and reverse-engineering without altering the game's core design. While a release date is not yet set, the mod creator emphasizes this is a world-first attempt at a true online multiplayer experience for the game.
Metal Gear Solid is getting co-op after 28 years thanks to "world first" mod, turning "the original PlayStation classic into a true online multiplayer experience"
A modder named Felipe has released a pre-alpha trailer for a Metal Gear Solid mod that introduces two-player co-op to the original PlayStation classic. This mod, built on the GOG PC release, aims to create a true online multiplayer experience, a feature not present in the original game. The modder is considering adjustments to gameplay elements like boss health and guard reinforcements to balance the experience for two players.
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 has apparently removed MGS4’s PS3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, launching August 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, appears to have removed references to the PlayStation 3 in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. While the original game featured a PlayStation 3 console and a line referencing its Blu-ray disc, the Nintendo versions reportedly replace the console with GA-KO figures, sparking speculation about dialogue changes. Konami has also provided details on the games' performance on Nintendo's platforms.
Three PS1 Games That Sat On Every ’90s Kid’s Shelf
This article discusses three iconic games that were staples on nearly every PlayStation 1 owner's shelf during the 1990s. Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back, Final Fantasy 7, and Gran Turismo are highlighted for their immense popularity and impact on the console's success. The piece also briefly mentions other notable titles like Tomb Raider and Metal Gear Solid.
Hidden Gems of Game Design Vol 50
This 50th volume of the 'Hidden Gems' feature highlights overlooked games from the past. It discusses Addams Family Values, Wipeout 3: Special Edition, DoDonPachi, Carmageddon, and Disney's Chicken Little, exploring their unique design elements, commercial struggles, and lasting impact.
Who Should Lead Metal Gear Solid 6? The Fandom Can’t Agree
Fans are debating who should lead a potential Metal Gear Solid 6, as the franchise has featured multiple protagonists like Solid Snake, Big Boss, Raiden, and Venom Snake. Hideo Kojima's departure from Konami in 2015 complicates discussions, with some fans advocating for a reboot or a new protagonist like Meryl Silverburgh, while others believe the series should rest.
Star Wars, Metal Gear, and Halo composer Kazuma Jinnouchi confirmed as lead composer for Guild Wars 3
ArenaNet has announced Kazuma Jinnouchi, known for his work on Star Wars, Metal Gear, and Halo, as the lead composer for Guild Wars 3. A video detailing the creation of the game's main theme, featuring Jinnouchi and other composers like Asuka Ito and Maclaine Diemer, was also released.
Hideo Kojima had to wait 4 years before finally making Policenauts as Konami kept shuffling the Metal Gear dev between…
Hideo Kojima reflected on the long development of his graphic adventure game Policenauts, which he first conceived at age 26 but was released when he was 30 due to various project shifts at Konami. The game, along with Snatcher, has never received an official Western release, with Kojima acknowledging the reliance on fan translations and emulators for international players.
Rockstar Games and GTA co-founder chimes in on the raging physical games debate: "If people want that, companies should provide it"
Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser and writer Lazlow Jones have weighed in on the debate surrounding physical versus digital game releases. Houser stated that if consumers want physical copies, companies should provide them, while Jones expressed appreciation for the convenience of digital downloads on devices like the Steam Deck. Both acknowledged the value of physical media, drawing parallels to their current work in comic books.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 24: Steam Train Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Train Fest featuring train-themed games, alongside significant discounts on titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Hades 2, and Red Dead Redemption 2 across various digital storefronts. Several games are also available for free weekends or trials, including Killing Floor 3 and Metal Gear Solid.
Hideo Kojima isn't planning to blast off to space yet because he doesn't want to rush to his "ultimate dream," so he'll "keep on making games" for now
Hideo Kojima stated that while he still dreams of going to space and making movies, he intends to continue making video games for the foreseeable future. He believes that achieving smaller goals along the way is more fulfilling than immediately reaching one's ultimate dream. Kojima Productions is his current development studio.
The original Metal Gear Solid is free to play on Steam this weekend as Konami gears up for Master Collection Volume 2
Konami is offering Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 for free on Steam for a limited time, coinciding with the upcoming release of Volume 2. This promotion allows players to experience the original PlayStation classic, its VR missions, and the Integral version, alongside a discounted price for the collection and details about Volume 2's enhancements.
METAL GEAR SOLID, Wild Assault, and ICARUS Free Weekends
PC gamers can enjoy free weekends for Metal Gear Solid, Wild Assault, and Icarus until midday Monday. This promotion allows players to experience the full versions of these titles.