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I tried not to be too optimistic about Metal Gear Solid Delta, but Konami has surprisingly delivered.
For enthusiasts of the Metal Gear series, it's likely that your outlook on Metal Gear Delta has been one of guarded hopefulness. Since Hideo Kojima, the original mastermind behind the franchise, left Konami, the company hasn't significantly advanced the series. However, the launch of MGS: The Master Collection Vol. 1 and the remake of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater indicates that the Japanese publisher is beginning to revive its most renowned and distinctive franchise.
During todayβs Xbox Games Showcase, Konami revealed the first gameplay trailer for MGS Delta. Itβs important to note that although the footage was captured from within the game, many parts were cutscenes. Konamiβs strategy with Delta focuses on staying true to the original game while delivering impressive visual updates and modernizing the controls and certain mechanics to meet current standards. Before seeing this trailer, I wouldnβt have described it as βstunning.β
I'm truly astonished by the visual quality of Delta; I wasn't sure Konami could still pull off something this impressive. The jungle settings are some of the most stunning I've ever witnessed, regardless of the map design beneath them. The air appears so humid at times that you can almost sense it against your skin. There's a moment where Snake is seen trudging through a swamp, wearing his crocodile cap, as a drone's searchlights skim the water's surface. The sun blazes over distant hills, causing ripples on the surface, perfectly encapsulating the way I always envisioned Snake Eater.
Additional notes: The Close Quarters Combat (CQC) mechanics appear similar to those in MGSV: The Phantom Pain, which is positive. The animations have been revamped to enhance precision and pace. There's a new move where Snake crawls backward while aiming. All the gameplay scenes displayed are from the original game. The design of the environments appears identical. The presentation concludes without providing a release date.
The main complaints I've come across about the trailer focus on the character designs for Snake and the Boss. This is a highly subjective area, though. Personally, I think they look great and successfully capture the essence of the original PS2 models while also enhancing the visual detail significantly. I particularly disagree with the criticism of the Boss's appearance; in the trailer, she looks stern, somewhat tired, and clearly older than Snake.
This aspect of Delta was always bound to be challenging and unappreciated, but I believe Konami has executed it as well as possible. Additionally, the lip-syncing in the cutscenes has seen significant improvements compared to the original, although some awkwardness remains.
I tried not to get too excited about Delta, but Konami has managed to get me pumped. My expectations aren't too high, though: MGS3 was originally a PS2 game, and since Delta is sticking closely to the original, it will likely feel a bit outdated in some aspects. However, MGS3 is one of my all-time favorite games, and with its stunning visual upgrades and some modern enhancements, it's a must-have for me. Whether Delta's blend of old and new elements will attract a broader audience remains to be seen.
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