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Aug 29, 2025
Explore the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1: what it includes, release details, and what makes it a must-have for fans. Photo by: Radio Times
Fans of stealth-action games received a treat on October 24, 2023. That was the date the much anticipated The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 was released.
The collection is a thoughtful gift for stealth adventure fans as it offers the early Metal Gear titles, the legendary Solid games, and extras aimed to enhance the experience.
Players can now enjoy the games regardless of their skill level, either on modern consoles or replaying on old favorites. It’s great for veterans, as well as new fans of the series.
This collection bundles Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, MGS1, MGS2: Sons of Liberty, and MGS3: Snake Eater, and adds VR Mission modes and the NES versions as bonus content.
In addition to these exciting new features, the collection is supplemented with graphic novels and soundtracks, enriching the collection with multimedia content.
Fans of the series can finally enjoy a collection of engaging games, which is complemented with their favorite graphic novels and soundtracks.
Every game in the collection is accompanied by a Screenplay Book and a Master Book which gives a peek into the story, the characters, and art, which is a glimpse into the Metal Gear lore.
To the lore, the fans and newcomers alike, the digital soundtrack and motion-comic graphic novels reinvigorate the storytelling experience.
Originally capped at 720p or 1080p with 30 to 60 FPS depending on platform, now updates cap 4k resolution except for switch and provide flexible controls, increasing visual clarity while retaining the charm of the original.
For lovers of the series, these iconic titles being re-released is a wish come true. This collection is not about the games alone.
It’s about the legacy they have. It’s not a mere game collection, the additional text, the storytelling features, and the visual enhancements transform the collection into a creative legacy tribute.