Konami has unveiled a new multiplayer mode for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, titled “Fox Hunt,” which is set to replace the iconic Metal Gear Online (MGO) mode from previous installments. This announcement has generated significant buzz among fans of the series, as it promises to deliver a fresh and unique online experience that diverges from the traditional MGO formula.
A New Era for Metal Gear Multiplayer
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is poised to be a faithful remake of the original 2004 stealth-action game, boasting enhanced graphics, 3D audio, and refined gameplay mechanics. The remake retains many beloved elements from the original, including the voice-overs, gameplay systems, and features such as the Snake vs. Monkey mode. Additionally, the Xbox Series X|S version will feature a unique Snake vs. Bomberman mode, where Hudson Soft’s iconic character replaces the Pipo Monkeys from Sony’s Ape Escape.
However, one notable change is the absence of Metal Gear Online, which has been a staple multiplayer mode in past installments. Instead, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater will introduce “Fox Hunt,” a new original online mode that promises to offer a “completely different” gameplay experience.
Fox Hunt: A Unique Online Experience
During the recent Konami Press Start broadcast, mode director Yu Sahara provided insights into the new “Fox Hunt” mode. According to Sahara, Fox Hunt shares the same world as Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, but the gameplay mechanics are entirely distinct. The mode aims to take the stealth and survival elements of the Metal Gear series to new heights, focusing on “camouflage and hide-and-go-seek” mechanics.
Sahara emphasized that while fans might associate Metal Gear multiplayer with Metal Gear Online, Fox Hunt is designed to be a unique experience. The landscape of multiplayer games has evolved significantly since Metal Gear Online, and the development team has carefully considered what a modern, suitable online mode should look like for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater.
Features and Gameplay
“Fox Hunt” will feature unique elements that create a tense back-and-forth dynamic between players, focusing on the tension of staying hidden or actively searching for enemies. This mode is expected to deliver an engaging and strategic online experience that leverages the stealth mechanics of the Metal Gear series.
While specific details about Fox Hunt’s gameplay mechanics are yet to be revealed, the mode director hinted at several exciting features:
- Enhanced Camouflage: Players will have access to advanced camouflage techniques, allowing them to blend into the environment more effectively.
- Dynamic Hide-and-Seek: The mode will emphasize the strategic elements of hiding and seeking, creating a cat-and-mouse dynamic that keeps players on their toes.
- Unique Tension: The back-and-forth tension between players will be a core aspect of Fox Hunt, making each match a thrilling experience.
Preparing for Launch
Konami plans to share more information about Fox Hunt in the coming months as development progresses. The team is working hard to ensure that the mode is ready for the game’s launch on August 28. Pre-orders for the $69.99 Standard Edition and $79.99 Digital Deluxe Edition are available now. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes exclusive content such as six unique uniforms, two face camos, and a pair of animal masks.
