Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Reviews

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8 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2025

"Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater" proves to be a near-perfect remake, mastering the delicate balance between nostalgia and modernization with admirable precision. Konami has proven that the essence of Kojima's vision can be preserved and presented in a contemporary way even without the master himself.

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8 / 10
Aug 22, 2025

With Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Konami has achieved what it set out to do: breathe new life into a classic while keeping it as authentic as possible. With that in mind, its only real faults are some mechanics which now feel a little awkward and dated. The visuals here are phenomenal, bringing more nuance to the game's cutscenes, and the new modern play style is great for newcomers and those annoyed by the restrictive camera of the original game.

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90 / 100
Aug 22, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a fantastic game because the title it's based on is splendid. Konami offers excellent graphics in this new version. The only problem is that there was room to modernize elements of the original game while still maintaining respect for the work, but the developer decided to play safe. This means that if you're expecting something different from what you've known for over 20 years, you'll be disappointed. On the other hand, for those looking to relive Snake's adventure or experience the saga for the first time, Metal Gear Solid Delta is an excellent option.

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Saudi Gamer
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10 / 10
Aug 22, 2025

A cynic might look at it and see a barely enhanced 20+ year old game, but a closer inspection reveals a version that meticulously enhances the game's rough edges without affecting its design or balance at all. The perfect remaster for a title that even now is ahead of the game.

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10 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2025

A practically flawless remake of an already incredible title, METAL GEAR SOLID Δ should be on your radar.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2025

Overall, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a well done remaster of a game that remains as classic as it ever was. The changes are a mix of positive and negative, but there aren't any that drag down the experience. At worst, they're a matter of preference. For many people, this title is likely to be the optimal way to experience Metal Gear Solid 3, and it's easy to be impressed by the sheer amount of work that went into capturing the classic original.

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LevelUp
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a good remake, but it's a step below contemporary games that have taken that route to connect with the past. Although it's rough around the edges, it manages to respect Kojima Productions' original work, so beyond the audiovisual improvements and gameplay improvements, you'll have in your hands the same great game from 2004. Nothing more, nothing less.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater changes what needs to be changed while leaving the core intact. A remake that is both a gift to fans and a golden opportunity for anyone venturing into Operation Snake Eater for the first time. A game that will not be forgotten, with a new look that will help to create new and great memories.

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8.5 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2025

A careful but not overly courageous remake of a masterpiece that everyone should play: a little old in its structure, but brilliant and contemporary in other aspects.

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9.1 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2025

METAL GEAR SOLID DELTA: SNAKE EATER takes an already awesome game and enhances it in profound ways that'll impress everyone from newcomers to long-time fans. It does such a phenomenal job that I wish every remake could remain this true yet be this innovative. 🐍

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6.5 / 10.0
Oct 31, 2025

Metal Gear Solid has aged. Its themes remain relevant, especially now, but its bosses are too easy, and its presentation is caricatured and jarring. So too are all the figurines to hunt and the jokes, visual or otherwise, that pull you out of the world and shoot the immersion, like The End with its sniper rifle. What remains is nostalgia and solid production values.

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8 / 10
Oct 30, 2025

MGS Delta is a successful remake with a timeless story. The New/Legacy style choice appeals to veterans and newcomers alike. Only weakened by poor enemy AI.

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9.5 / 10.0
Oct 17, 2025

Snake Eater isn’t just the return of a legendary title - it’s the return of the very soul of an industry that has forgotten what true passion feels like. In a time when most games look and feel the same, Delta reminds us that the emotions, ideals, and madness of one man are still stronger than anything AI algorithms could ever create.

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9.5 / 10.0
Oct 5, 2025

A legend reborn! Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater maintains the original's magic while delivering a flawless modern experience. Some stories truly are timeless.

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8.5 / 10.0
Oct 12, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater that stays incredibly close to the original. It brings a significant graphical upgrade without losing sight of the original’s details. The gameplay feels much smoother, features a new mode, and adds a few unlockable camouflages. It’s a polished remake that does exactly what a tribute to the original should do.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 3, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is the absolute best way to experience the story of Snake Eater. Those who never played the original game owe it to themselves to play through it at least once, and this is the definitive way to experience why so many people believe Snake Eater to be one of the best entries in the series.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 25, 2025

As a remake, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater remains very faithful in many respects. The story is mostly unchanged, level layouts feel familiar, and signature moments have been masterfully updated, but fans of the original release may feel as though the modernisation changes the game too much.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 5, 2025

Metal Gear Solid 3 Snake Eater is a historic game that brought together all the elements of a successful game, including a great story, interconnected gameplay systems, and excellent level design. These elements created a great combination that made it the best part of the series and one of the best games in history. However, as for the Delta version, despite my great admiration for its fidelity to the original game and the excellent improvements to the controls and user interface, I still find it insufficient compared to the remakes of this era. More effort could have been put into developing it to make it a better and more modern experience, rather than just being a new version of the third installment like Subsistence.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 28, 2025

With Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Konami has succeeded in creating a respectful remake of the classic that preserves the essence of the original and gently modernizes it. The story, characters, and Kojima's quirky touch still work brilliantly 20 years later and are appealingly presented thanks to the visual overhaul in Unreal Engine 5. Above all, the revamped controls, new perspectives, and small convenience features ensure that the game still feels fresh today. On the other hand, the fragmented levels and fluctuating performance, which slow down the experience somewhat, are not entirely convincing. Nevertheless, thanks to well-thought-out mechanics, iconic boss fights, and an unmistakable atmosphere, the stealth adventure remains a thrilling experience. Those who loved the original will find a successful reinterpretation with a modern twist that is equally suitable for veterans of the series and newcomers alike.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 25, 2025

"Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater isn't just a remake; it's a masterful resurrection of a timeless legend. Konami has painstakingly rebuilt a masterpiece in Unreal Engine 5, delivering breathtaking visuals and a modernized control scheme that finally allows the brilliant gameplay to match its legendary story. By preserving every bit of the original's soul, from the iconic voice acting to the deep survival mechanics, this stands as the definitive way to experience one of gaming's greatest tales. While its absolute faithfulness means some minor quirks of its 20-year-old design remain, this is an astonishing achievement and an essential purchase for both grizzled veterans and a new generation of operatives."

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