Metal Gear Solid Is Officially Returning, Mark Your Calendars

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The Metal Gear Solid series probably has one of the most up in the air futures of any major video game IP, after Hideo Kojima left Konami after three decades to pursue other projects. The gaming giant hasn't expressly stated what they plan to do with it just yet, though it would be a surprise if they left it behind entirely given just how many fans it has around the world.

That said, the first real steps forward for the series after such a major figure leaves does need proper consideration, and it's understandable that Konami are going to take their time. Happily, that doesn't mean we won't have anything to do in the meantime, as there is a new Metal Gear release that brings back two of the earlier games in the series.

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Over on Steam, you should be able to find the download page for METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2, the follow up to the compilation release of the same name. This time around, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version) are included in the bundle, as well as a digital soundtrack and Metal Gear: Ghost Babel.

In sharing what fans can expect from the game, the developer shared the following insight:

"Immerse yourself in the Metal Gear series, the pinnacle of “stealth action” where you can infiltrate and elude your enemies to complete missions. This collection is the second installment of the definitive Metal Gear Master Collection. Vol. 2 includes Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version).

"Each game includes a Screenplay Book containing the text from the respective title, plus a Master Book offering detailed insights into the story and characters. Also, as purchase bonuses for the collection edition, it includes METAL GEAR Ghost Babel—the series first title for handheld consoles, released in 2000—and Metal Gear Solid: Digital Soundtrack Vol.2, featuring numerous iconic tracks that enhanced Snake's missions, ranging from BGM used in the games to vocal songs."

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The game is available from August 27 for £44.98/$49.99, and pre-orders are running right now. Konami fans also have plenty to look forward to, with Silent Hill: Townfall launching on September 24, 2026, and the action platformer Castlevania: Belmont's Curse arriving on October 15. Beyond that, the company is tight-lipped on future plans, but don't be surprised if Metal Gear returns in a new guise.