It’s a delayed rollout, nevertheless it’s higher late than by no means for MGS followers.
Konami lately confirmed to IGN that the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Steelbook might be a preorder bonus solely, not bought individually, and accessible solely in “choose areas” of Europe, and seemingly not the US.
The distinctive Steelbook, now bundled with the sport, will ship on August 27, 2026, and options “timeless art work of Outdated Snake and Massive Boss”.
But, the Steelbook Bundle can be solely displaying up for PS5 at £44.99 via Amazon right now, regardless of Konami beforehand stating that Xbox and Nintendo Swap variations, together with Swap 2, would even be a part of the broader launch.
There isn’t a signal of these editions simply but, which probably suggests a staggered or delayed itemizing schedule at Amazon.
Thus far, different confirmed retailers throughout Europe, MicroMania in France, Media Markt in Germany, Sport Spain in Spain, and Sport Life in Italy.
It’s a barely messy rollout to date, however if you happen to have been planning to choose up the Steelbook version, it’s a minimum of dwell now, and given how restricted these bundles are usually, it might not stick round for lengthy.
Metal Gear Master Collection Vol. 2 – Steelbook Bundle is up for preorder at Amazon UK
Launch Date: August 27, 2026
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The re-release will embrace Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker and Metal Gear Solid 4: Weapons of the Patriots, and was initially introduced throughout a Sony State of Play livestream in February this yr.
As described in a PlayStation.Blog put up, Konami has additionally mentioned the brand new model of MGS4, that is lastly breaking freed from its PS3 shackles, options improved inside decision, a most framerate enhance, and customizable controls.
It’s unclear if Peace Walker will even profit from visible changes, however it should a minimum of include customized controls. For extra, you possibly can examine what Konami is doing to ensure it doesn’t endure the identical launch issues as Vol. 1.
It’s also possible to see how the writer revamped the multiplayer expertise for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater with its Fox Hunt mode final yr.
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