As the excitement builds towards the August release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Konami has unveiled the stealth game's opening movie, providing fans with a tantalizing glimpse into the remake. The opening sequence is a nostalgic treat, featuring familiar elements such as the iconic newspapers on screen and the classic James Bond-esque title song, beautifully reprised by the original performer, Cynthia Harrell.
The video showcases a series of thrilling moments from the game, including Snake's dramatic backward leap off a waterfall reminiscent of an Olympic diver, and the memorable scene of Snake consuming a snake, true to his moniker. These snippets offer a taste of the action to come, even if they lack the full context of the game's narrative.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a faithful remake of Konami's 2004 action espionage classic, originally known simply as Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. Konami has confirmed that the game will launch on August 28 and will feature the return of the beloved Snake vs. Monkey minigame. Additionally, it will retain the suggestive and sexual content from the original, including the Peep Demo Theatre, as noted in the game's age rating.
IGN's preview of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater suggests that the remake might be closer to a high-definition remaster than a complete overhaul. The game is described as a "beautiful nostalgia trip, but almost faithful to a fault," particularly noting the inclusion of a new first-person perspective for Snake. The original Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater received a stellar score of 9.6 from IGN, setting a high bar for this anticipated release.