Konami is actively seeking fan input on which Metal Gear Solid title should receive the remake treatment next, following the recent success of "Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater." A survey conducted at the Tokyo Game Show presented players with a list of classic games, sparking considerable discussion within the gaming community about the future of the beloved stealth-action franchise.
Fan-Driven Remake Decisions
Konami’s "METAL GEAR- PRODUCTION HOTLINE at TGS2025" survey included a direct question asking fans to select which Metal Gear games they would like to see remade. The options presented covered a significant portion of the series’ history, including:
- Metal Gear
- Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake
- Metal Gear Solid
- Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty
- Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots
- Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker
- Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes
- Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
- An "Others" option with a text field for custom suggestions.
Notably absent from the official list were "Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance," a fan-favorite action spin-off, and "Metal Gear Survive," the series’ most critically panned entry. The inclusion of "Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain" on the remake list has also raised eyebrows, given that many fans feel the original game was incomplete, suggesting a potential remake could finally deliver its intended full experience.
Industry Interest in Kojima’s Back Catalog
While Konami focuses on the Metal Gear franchise, other industry figures are also expressing interest in reviving Hideo Kojima’s earlier works. Atari CEO Wade Rosen recently shared his desire to see a remake of "Snatcher," a cult classic cyberpunk adventure game. Rosen expressed a personal passion for the title, stating he would champion its revival even if its commercial success was uncertain. He also mentioned interest in bringing back other underappreciated RPGs like "Panzer Dragoon Saga" and "Ogre Battle."
"Snatcher," known for its strong narrative and Blade Runner-inspired atmosphere, could find a new audience in today’s market, especially with the thriving popularity of visual novels. While Kojima himself is no longer with Konami, the potential for a "Snatcher" remake, even as a Konami-led project, highlights the enduring appeal of his early game design.
