Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

 
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater returns to 1964 with a faithful remake of the classic stealth opus. You play as Naked Snake, deep behind enemy lines, where camouflage, patience, and quick thinking matter more than bullets. Old-school stealth meets modern controls, and the jungle watches every move.
How it plays
Movement is smoother, aiming is tighter, and close-quarters combat feels more deliberate. You manage stamina by hunting, patch up injuries mid-mission, and swap camo to blend into terrain. The world reacts. Mud stains gear. Clothing tears. Wounds scar and stay. That feedback loop keeps tension high and routes dynamic.
The mission structure stays focused. Each area plays like a puzzle box. Guards, foliage, and sound work together. You set traps, bait patrols, and adapt when plans go sideways. Prefer classic vibes? Legacy controls and camera are here. Want modern flow? New Style supports over-the-shoulder play and refined inputs.
Why it stands out

Stealth with teeth: Alerts sting, line of sight matters, and noise discipline wins fights.
Survival loop: Hunt for food, treat wounds, and manage stamina to keep performance sharp.
Camouflage depth: Terrain-specific patterns, quick presets, and visible wear shape encounters.
Boss craft: Set-piece duels reward patience, scouting, and creative takedowns.
Diverse builds: Non-lethal routes feel rewarding; lethal tools remain an option.

For fans and newcomers
Series veterans will spot meticulous callbacks. The pacing is deliberate, the reactivity still playful. New players get a clean on-ramp with helpful presets and readability upgrades. It is not a reinvention, but a careful restoration that respects the original design—and that’s the point. Why fix what still works?
Key info

Release Date: August 28, 2025
Developer: Konami Digital Entertainment (with additional development support)
Genre: Stealth action, tactical espionage
Setting: Cold War, 1964, Soviet wilderness and military installations
Features: Modern and legacy control schemes, over-the-shoulder camera, refined CQC, camo presets, updated injury and survival systems, autosaves
Special Features: Real-time wear and scarring on Snake, persistent gear damage, expanded accessibility options, non-lethal depth, classic routes preserved