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 was previously leaked through the PlayStation Store, along with the trailer.
Adding to the excitement, an Ape Escape collaboration was teased, hinting at a nod to the original *Metal Gear Solid 3* which included a memorable monkey minigame. Players will recall Snake using stun grenades and his 'Monkey Shaker' gun to neutralize the animals. Furthermore, the teaser concluded with a message promising "And More," suggesting additional crossovers on the horizon for this eagerly awaited title.
While *Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater* introduces a new first-person perspective, it remains largely a faithful recreation of the original game. IGN's preview described it as "more like a very shiny HD remaster than the elegant remake it could have been," praising its beauty while noting its adherence to the source material. "It's an admittedly beautiful nostalgia trip, but almost faithful to a fault," the review concluded.
For a comprehensive overview of all the announcements from State of Play 2025, be sure to visit IGN's detailed round-up, where you can learn more about what's coming to PlayStation 5 in the years ahead.