Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater Receives Update 1.1.3 – What You Need to Know
Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater continues to evolve with the release of update 1.1.3, bringing refinements and addressing key player feedback. This update, while focused on stability and minor improvements, introduces a highly requested feature and lays the groundwork for future enhancements. Let’s break down everything you need to know about the latest patch and what’s on the horizon for Konami’s remarkable remake.
What’s New in Update 1.1.3?
Konami has prioritized a smoother experience with this release.Here’s a detailed look at the changes:
Inverted Camera option: You can now adjust the camera control scheme with the addition of an inverted camera look (horizontal) option, found within the Controls section of the Options menu.
GA-KO Reward Fix: A bug preventing players from receiving rewards after collecting all GA-KO has been resolved, ensuring you get what you earn.
Visual Enhancements: Textures and models have been updated in select scenes, subtly refining the visual fidelity of the game.
Crash Resolution: The development team addressed the majority of reported crashes, improving overall game stability.
Minor Bug Fixes: Several smaller bugs and adjustments have been implemented for a more polished experience.
Looking Ahead: Issues konami is addressing
Konami is actively working on further improvements based on community feedback. Here’s what they’re currently investigating:
Ultrawide Display support: Support for 21:9 aspect ratio displays (ultrawide monitors) is in development,excluding demo scenes.
System Specification Checker: An in-game tool to check your system specifications is planned for implementation.
PS5 pro Rendering modes: Options to select preferred rendering modes will be added for PlayStation 5 Pro users.
Performance Stability: Continued improvements to overall performance stability are a priority.
Beyond the Patch: Multiplayer and Future Content
Metal Gear Solid Δ isn’t just about refining the single-player experience. Konami has exciting plans for multiplayer content.
Fox Hunt – A Hide-and-Seek Multiplayer Mode: A unique hide-and-seek based multiplayer mode, dubbed Fox Hunt, is scheduled to arrive this fall.
No Cross-play Support (Initially): Unfortunately, Fox Hunt will not initially support cross-play between platforms.
The game retains the iconic voice acting from the original Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, a decision praised by fans. Even veteran voice actor David Hayter has expressed interest in revisiting the role with his decades of experience.The community’s enthusiasm is also evident, with voice actress Lori Alan celebrating the launch with a stunning cosplay as The Boss.
Critical Reception and Availability
Metal gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater is currently available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. GameSpot’s review awarded the game a 9, praising it’s faithful recreation and modern enhancements.
You can find the full patch notes reproduced below for your reference:
Added Inverted Camera Look (Horizontal) option. (This setting can be found in the Options menu under Controls.)
Fixed an issue where players might not receive the reward for collecting all GA-KO.
Updated textures and models in certain scenes.
Resolved most issues that could cause the game to crash after investigating received reports.
Minor bug fixes and adjustments.
This update demonstrates konami’s commitment to supporting Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater and delivering a premium experience for fans. Stay tuned for further updates and the arrival of Fox Hunt this fall.