Since the first Metal Gear entry released all the way back in 1987, many protagonists have led the charge in the beloved stealth games by none other than Hideo Kojima himself. From Solid Snake to his "genetic" father Big Boss (also known as Naked Snake), as well as the iconic Raiden and, more recently, Venom Snake, it is not easy to stay on track with all of these different snakes. However, with the franchise being widely regarded as one of the best, its fans make sure to stay on track with its ongoing lore and setting.
Now consisting of 17 total games, not including remakes, remasters, or ports, the Metal Gear franchise most recently welcomed Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain in 2015, but with no official confirmation of a potential Metal Gear Solid 6 by Konami, fans are left wondering what the future holds.
More importantly, fans have been speculating who could be our next protagonist if the franchise does continue. Will an old favorite such as Solid Snake or Raiden return? Or is it finally time for a brand-new protagonist, whether that means a familiar face taking up the mantle, or a new character entirely?
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