Snake Year Unfolds in Metal Gear Solid

Happy Snake Year! Metal Gear Solid voice actor David Hayter rings in 2025, the Year of the Snake according to the Chinese zodiac, with a special greeting. What does this auspicious year hold for the iconic franchise? Let's explore!

A Serendipitous Alignment

David Hayter, the voice of Solid Snake and Big Boss, celebrated the Year of the Snake on Bluesky, hinting at a potentially significant year for the character and the franchise. His return as Solid Snake in the upcoming Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater remake adds to the excitement.

Konami themselves acknowledged the coincidence with a celebratory video featuring Taiko drummers and calligraphy, culminating in a bold "SNAKE YEAR" declaration. This cleverly links the Chinese zodiac with the return of the legendary Solid Snake.

Since its May 2024 announcement, including a trailer and Tokyo Game Show demo, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater has been relatively quiet. However, producer Noriaki Okamura recently told 4Gamer that delivering a high-quality, polished game is their top priority for 2025 – a significant challenge they're tackling head-on.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a remake of the 2004 classic, is slated for release in 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Expect next-gen enhancements, including the return of Phantom Pain mechanics, along with new voice work from the original cast.