Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater is finally slithering out of the jungle. Konami’s Unreal Engine 5 remake of the 2004 stealth‑action classic arrives on August 28 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. The publisher promises a faithful recreation of the original story, characters and voice acting while refreshing everything else—from gritty 4K visuals to surround‑sound audio—to immerse players in the most atmospheric version yet.

You’ll once step into the boots of Naked Snake as he infiltrates Cold War‑era Soviet territory to rescue a scientist and confront his defector mentor, The Boss. The core survival‑stealth gameplay and cinematic storytelling remain intact, but this is far from a simple remaster. With modernised controls, new modes and a host of quality‑of‑life improvements, Delta aims to appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers.

Release Date & Platforms

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater launches on August 28, 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. The standard edition costs around $69.99 on PS5. A Digital Deluxe Edition priced at $79.99 bundles the base game with the Sneaking DLC Pack—classic camouflage outfits and face paints from the original—and grants 48‑hour early access. Hardcore fans can also pick up a Collector’s Edition that throws in a terrarium diorama, an ID badge and embroidered patches alongside a retro‑style metal case.

Regardless of which version you choose, every platform benefits from the same Unreal Engine 5 upgrade. The release spans PlayStation 5 and the more powerful PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X/S and Windows PC. Sadly, there’s no cross‑generation release for PS4 or Xbox One; this remake is built exclusively for current hardware.

Modern Controls & Quality‑of‑Life

The remake gives you two ways to sneak. New Style adopts an over‑the‑shoulder third‑person camera similar to modern action games, allowing you to freely aim and survey the environment. Legacy Style recreates the fixed, top‑down perspective of the PS2 original, complete with classic HUD elements. You can switch between them at checkpoints, letting veterans relive the nostalgia or embrace a modern viewpoint.

Konami has introduced a quick‑select camouflage menu, allowing you to swap uniforms and face paint without pausing the game; different patterns affect your visibility and noise level in different environments. There are also optional collectibles to hunt down. GA‑KO frogs join the returning Kerotan statues, giving completionists even more to find.

The quirky Snake vs. Monkey mini‑game returns with remastered visuals on PlayStation and PC, while Xbox players get a new Snake vs. Bomberman mode that pits Snake against Bomberman in special arenas. The PS5 Pro version also supports PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, improving detail and performance for 4K displays.

New Modes & Features

While Delta stays true to the original story, it adds systems that show just how far technology has come. A new battle damage system tracks the wear and tear of Snake’s clothing and the bruises or bullet wounds he suffers; injuries persist and tell the story of your unique journey.

The remake also introduces an all‑new Fox Hunt mode, an online hide‑and‑seek multiplayer game that uses the series’ stealth mechanics to deliver tense cat‑and‑mouse rounds. You’ll also unlock Secret Theater by finding 8 mm film canisters. These humorous clips offer alternate takes on iconic scenes, including brand‑new skits as well as favourites from the 2004 game.

These additions join the returning Snake vs. Monkey and new Snake vs. Bomberman modes discussed above, giving players plenty of diversions alongside the main campaign. Together they ensure that Delta offers more content than any previous version of Metal Gear Solid 3.

Visual & Audio Upgrades

Built on Unreal Engine 5, Delta is a visual feast. Every environment—from steaming swamps to storm‑soaked mountaintops—has been rebuilt with photorealistic textures, dynamic weather and lighting. The iconic cutscenes are recreated shot‑for‑shot with modern cinematography. The jungle feels more alive thanks to 3D audio, and PS5 players can enjoy haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for weapons and close‑quarters combat.

Konami’s new battle damage system also adds realism: mud, blood and torn clothing persist until you patch yourself up. PS5 Pro owners get PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution for improved frame rates and clarity. Regardless of hardware, this is the best‑looking Metal Gear game yet.

The Collector’s Edition is a pricey physical bundle for superfans. It includes a miniature terrarium diorama of Snake and the crocodile, an ID badge and patch set, a retro metal game case and art print, along with everything from the Digital Deluxe Edition.

The Digital Deluxe Edition sits between the Standard and Collector’s versions. For $79.99 you get the base game, all the classic camouflage outfits and Black Face Paint from the Sneaking DLC Pack, plus the ability to start playing 48 hours earlier than everyone else. If you want a little extra flair and early access without a box of trinkets, this is the sweet spot.

Should You Return to the Jungle?

In the end, Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater seems poised to balance reverence with reinvention. Konami isn’t rewriting the script – you still sneak through treacherous jungles, stalk Ocelot and The Boss, and wrestle crocodiles while humming the Bond-like theme tune. What’s new are the tools and polish surrounding that core: flexible control schemes, a streamlined camouflage system, modern stealth challenges like Fox Hunt and bomberman arenas, and production values that bring the 1960s Cold War to life in more vivid detail than ever before.

If you missed Snake Eater the first time around, this remake offers the best way to experience one of the most beloved stealth-action games ever made. For veterans, the combination of familiar story beats and new quality-of-life improvements should make a second trip into the jungle feel fresh without sacrificing nostalgia. Just be prepared to choose your edition wisely—whether you want a simple digital download, early-access camouflage perks or a miniature terrarium with your disc, there’s an option for every kind of operative.