Happy Snake Year! 2025 marks both the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac and a potentially pivotal year for the Metal Gear Solid franchise. Let's explore what the future holds.
A Fortunate Convergence
David Hayter, the iconic voice of Solid Snake and Big Boss, celebrated the Year of the Snake on Bluesky, hinting at an exciting year for the character and the series. With Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater on the horizon, this coincidence feels especially significant. Hayter will reprise his role in the upcoming remake.
Konami themselves acknowledged this auspicious alignment with a New Year's greeting video featuring taiko drummers and calligraphy celebrating the "Year of the Snake." The video's emphatic "SNAKE YEAR" finale underscores the dual meaning—celebrating both the zodiac and Solid Snake's return.
Since its May 2024 announcement, followed by a Tokyo Game Show trailer and demo, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater has been relatively quiet. However, producer Noriaki Okamura recently spoke to 4Gamer, highlighting their commitment to delivering a high-quality, polished game in 2025—a significant challenge they're tackling head-on.
Launching sometime in 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater promises a next-generation remake of the 2004 classic. Expect enhanced visuals, the return of Phantom Pain mechanics, and fresh voice work from the original cast, adding new layers to the beloved story.