As anticipated, the release date for *Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater* was officially announced during Sony's State of Play 2025 broadcast, accompanied by an exciting new trailer. The game is set to launch on **August 28, 2025**. This date had already surfaced last week through a leak on the PlayStation Store, which also prematurely released the new trailer.
During the State of Play, fans were treated to a tease of an *Ape Escape* collaboration, hinting at more exciting crossovers to come. The message "And More" suggests that additional surprises are in store for players. This collaboration seems to pay homage to the original *Metal Gear Solid 3*, which included a memorable monkey minigame where Snake used stun grenades and his 'Monkey Shaker' gun to neutralize the animals.
*Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater* introduces a new first-person perspective, yet it remains a faithful recreation of the original game. According to IGN's preview, "Metal Gear Solid Delta seems more like a very shiny HD remaster than the elegant remake it could have been. It’s an admittedly beautiful nostalgia trip, but almost faithful to a fault." This suggests that while the game will offer stunning visuals, it may not deviate significantly from its predecessor in terms of gameplay and content.
For a comprehensive overview of all the announcements from State of Play 2025, be sure to visit IGN's detailed round-up. This will keep you informed about all the exciting titles heading to the PlayStation 5 in the coming years.
