The critically-acclaimed action-adventure stealth video game series known as Metal Gear Solid has been on a hiatus since 2015, when Hideo Kojima, and Konami parted ways. However, it seems that the publisher may be getting ready for a return to the Metal Gear Solid franchise.
According to a recent issue of Famitsu, a well-respected Japanese gaming magazine, Noriaki Okamura wrote that «2023 will be a year of many announcements» for Konami Digital Entertainment. Okamura’s keyword for 2023 is «long-awaited,» sparking speculation among fans that a brand new game in the Metal Gear Solid series may be in development. It’s worth noting that Okamura did not specifically mention Metal Gear Solid in his statement, but given his involvement with the series, it’s possible that he was alluding to a return to the Metal Gear Solid franchise.
It’s always thrilling to hear about potential new releases in a beloved series, it’s crucial to temper expectations. Noriaki’s statement may simply mean that Konami has a number of announcements planned for 2023, and it’s possible that not a single one will be related to Metal Gear Solid. However, it’s natural for fans to get excited about the possibility of a brand new game in the series, particularly after the disappointing reception of the spin-off game MGS: Survive.
It’s important to mention that Hideo Kojima, the mastermind behind Metal Gear Solid, is not involved with Konami or the series currently. Kojima is working on his own projects, such as the highly-about game Death Stranding, which was released in 2019. It remains to be seen if Kojima will ever return to the MGS series, but as of now, it seems that any potential future releases will be created without his involvement.
In the review section of this article, it’s worth thinking about the impact that Hideo Kojima’s departure has had on the MGS franchise. Kojima was a major driving force behind the series, and his absence has been noticed by many fans. While it’s possible that a fresh team at Konami could deliver a engaging new entry in the series, it’s hard to say whether it will be able to recapture the same magic that made the earlier games so beloved. Only time will tell what the future holds for MGS, but for now, it’s thrilling to think about the possibility of what a new entry in the series could bring.
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