It’s hard to believe, but it’s been nearly ten years since METAL GEAR SOLID V: The Phantom Pain hit shelves in 2015.
Since then, we’ve had remakes, collections, and re-releases — but one big question still lingers: What happened to Metal Gear Solid 6?
Current Official Plans
Here’s what’s happening right now:
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a full remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, is launching on August 28, 2025. It was revealed during the February State of Play and is being rebuilt from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5. Expect modern controls, improved lighting, and gritty visual details like torn clothes and muddy textures. The story and original voice cast are staying the same.
Pre-ordering the Digital Deluxe Edition gives early access on August 26. PS5 and Steam players will get the fan-favorite ‘Snake Vs Monkey’ mode, while Xbox users get ‘Snake Vs Bomberman.’ Konami has openly said this remake is a way to see if there’s still strong demand for new mainline entries.
METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.1 is already out, featuring MGS1, MGS2, and MGS3 for modern platforms, with extra content like digital books and graphic novels.
Volume 2 was confirmed in September 2024, though there’s not much official info yet. It’s expected to include Metal Gear Solid 4 — still exclusive to PS3 — plus Peace Walker, MGSV (including Ground Zeroes), and maybe even Rising, Survive, or the Acid games. Konami’s goal seems clear: make the entire Metal Gear series available on PC and future-proof it.
Rumors About Remakes
Several other projects are floating around in rumor territory:
- Original MGS (PS1) Remake: reports from the past two years suggest this could be in early development. If true, it would be one of Konami’s most ambitious projects. Okamura has said that remaking the original game or the older 2D titles would be especially challenging. Unlike Snake Eater, which sticks to the original map layout, this would likely mean starting from scratch.
- Peace Walker Remake: since it follows MGS3 in the timeline, Peace Walker seems like a logical next step. Some fans believe it would be easier to modernize than MGS1. A remake could turn it into a full console release while keeping the original voice performances.
Industry Whispers and Potential Metal Gear Solid 6
Talk of a new mainline entry won’t go away:
- David Hayter’s Hints: the longtime voice of Snake has dropped some cryptic comments lately, suggesting he might be returning to a role he hasn’t played in a while. His posts in early 2025 definitely got fans speculating. Since he was replaced in MGSV, his return would carry weight.
- Unconfirmed Reports and Comments: industry chatter points to Konami at least considering MGS6 — even without Hideo Kojima involved. Okamura said future projects depend on how fans respond to current remakes. Some believe we might see a reveal as soon as late 2025, with a 2026 release in the cards if all goes well.
What Fans Want to See (and the Challenge of Kojima’s Absence)
Kojima’s departure in 2015 left a big gap. Aside from the poorly received Metal Gear Survive, there’s been no new mainline entry.
So here’s the question: can Metal Gear still work without him? His storytelling, layered themes, and quirky ideas helped define the series.
Fans are split. Some say no Kojima means no real Metal Gear. Others are cautiously curious to see what a new team could do. Online, there’s constant debate about whether a Kojima-free game could count as canon.
For MGS6 to win people over, it needs to deliver in a few key areas:
- Complex political storytelling
- Stealth gameplay with flexible systems and smarter AI
- Memorable, well-written characters
- High production values with that cinematic feel
- That signature mix of heavy themes and strange humor
Some fans hope a new team might bring a fresh angle. Others are worried the heart of the series might be lost. People are also hoping for smarter AI, co-op, and more creative mission design. If MGS6 becomes real, it would likely run on a new engine and target PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Meanwhile, Kojima is focused on PHYSINT, a new action-espionage game he’s described as a spiritual successor to Metal Gear. Production starts after Death Stranding 2 drops in 2025. Kojima says it’ll blur the line between games and film even more than before.
The Final Word? Not Yet But We’re Optimistic
There’s no Metal Gear Solid 6 just yet, but the pieces are starting to move. With strong interest from fans and renewed activity around remakes and collections, Konami might finally be setting the stage. If Snake Eater lands well, the next chapter could be closer than we think. Whether it’s a reboot, a sequel, or something new, fans are watching closely — and still waiting.