A timeless stealth classic returns
METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER is a stunning, ground-up remake of the 2004 classic, bringing the iconic story and revolutionary gameplay to a new generation of players. This title, built on Unreal Engine 5, delivers a survival stealth action experience that feels both familiar and entirely new.
Honoring its source material, METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER revitalizes the Cold War narrative of Naked Snake with enhanced graphics and immersive 3D audio. For fans of the series and newcomers alike, this is a chance to experience the beginning of the saga in its most polished and complete form yet.
METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER meticulously recreates the tense, tactical survival stealth gameplay that made the original a genre-defining title. Players once again take on the role of Naked Snake, navigating the unforgiving Soviet jungle. The game's iconic mechanics — from Close Quarters Combat to the deep camouflage system and survival elements like hunting for food and treating injuries — are all back, enhanced by the new graphics and audio.
Classic experience in an all-new engine
One of the most notable features of the remake is its visual and technical overhaul. Built with Unreal Engine 5, the game renders the lush, wild jungles, forests, and swamps in exquisite detail. The character models are equally impressive, with minute details like facial wrinkles and pores adding to the rich and emotive facial animations. The battle damage system has also been upgraded, showing realistic wear and tear.
For PC players, the game demands a powerful rig to fully appreciate its graphical fidelity. The minimum system requirements call for a 64-bit Windows 10 or 11 OS. It also requires 100 GB of available storage space. While these requirements are manageable for a modern gaming PC, the game's adherence to the original's segmented map design, with loading screens between areas, can feel dated.
A faithful and beautiful reimagining
METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER is a masterclass in how to remake a classic. It respectfully preserves the original's core essence, from its complex plot to its unique blend of stealth and survival, while modernizing it for a new era. The game boasts stunning graphics and immersive sound design, creating a definitive experience of the legendary game. It’s a must-play title for both series veterans and newcomers.