Happy Snake Year! Metal Gear Solid Celebrates 2025 with Solid Snake's Return
David Hayter, the iconic voice of Solid Snake, kicked off the Year of the Snake (in the Chinese zodiac) with a celebratory message, hinting at a big year for the legendary character. With the highly anticipated Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater remake slated for release in 2025, the timing couldn't be more perfect.
A Serendipitous Alignment
Hayter's Bluesky post wasn't the only nod to this auspicious coincidence. Konami released a New Year's greeting video featuring a captivating Taiko drum performance and calligraphy showcasing the kanji for "snake," culminating in a bold "SNAKE YEAR" announcement. This clearly signifies a celebratory focus on both the zodiac sign and the legendary Solid Snake himself.
Since its May 2024 announcement, along with a trailer and Tokyo Game Show 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 polished, high-quality remake in 2025 – a significant challenge they're tackling head-on.
The remake promises a next-generation experience, incorporating Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain mechanics, fresh voice work from the original cast, and additional dialogue. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is poised to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S sometime in 2025.