Konami Accidentally Reveals Release Date for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

Konami has seemingly confirmed the release date for the highly anticipated Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, with the game set to launch on August 28, 2025. Originally announced in 2023, this title is a full ground-up remake of the third installment in the iconic stealth-action series. Developed using Unreal Engine 5, the game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.

In recent years, the Metal Gear Solid franchise has faced a period of uncertainty. The departure of series creator Hideo Kojima from Konami in 2015, followed by the lukewarm reception of Metal Gear Survive in 2018, left fans skeptical about the series' future. However, the positive response to Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1—a compilation of the first five Metal Gear titles—has reignited interest. Riding this wave of renewed enthusiasm, Konami appears eager to deliver Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater in 2025.

The release date was first noticed by Wario64 on social media, after it briefly appeared on Konami’s online store in a promotional image showcasing new Metal Gear Solid merchandise. The image was quickly taken down, suggesting the announcement may have been premature, possibly intended for an upcoming PlayStation State of Play event.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater’s Release Date Appears Solid

Although the promotional image is no longer visible on Konami's website, August 28 is becoming an increasingly credible date. This isn’t the first time the summer release window has surfaced; the PlayStation Store briefly listed the same August date on the game's page before it was also removed. Along with the listing, a two-minute character trailer highlighted the visual and gameplay enhancements compared to the original, offering a sneak peek at the supporting cast.

Speculation continues to swirl around Konami’s tactical espionage remake. Trusted leakers suggest that Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater could also be in development for Nintendo's next-generation console, often referred to as Switch 2. According to Nate the Hate, Konami may bring Snake’s latest mission to Nintendo’s hybrid system, though no official confirmation has been provided. Nintendo is expected to host its first Switch 2 Direct in April, potentially revealing the console’s launch lineup and clarifying these rumors.