As anticipated, the release date for *Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater* was officially confirmed during Sony’s State of Play 2025 broadcast, accompanied by an exciting new trailer. The game is set to launch on August 28, 2025, a date that had previously leaked through the PlayStation Store along with the trailer. Both the release date and the trailer were validated during the event, heightening fans' anticipation.
Adding to the excitement, an Ape Escape collaboration was teased, hinting at a nostalgic nod to the original *Metal Gear Solid 3*. This collaboration seems to reference the game's iconic monkey minigame, where players used stun grenades and the 'Monkey Shaker' gun to neutralize the animals. The tease concluded with a message stating "And More," suggesting that additional crossovers might be on the horizon for *Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater*.
While *Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater* introduces a new first-person perspective, it remains largely faithful to the original game. According to IGN's preview, "Metal Gear Solid Delta seems more like a very shiny HD remaster than the elegant remake it could have been. It’s an admittedly beautiful nostalgia trip, but almost faithful to a fault." This suggests that while the game offers stunning visuals, it may not bring the significant changes some fans were hoping for in a remake.
For more details on the announcements from State of Play 2025 and what's coming to PlayStation 5 in the future, be sure to check out IGN's comprehensive round-up.
