At the recent Tokyo Game Show, Metal Gear Solid (MGS) series producer Noriaki Okamura confirmed the development of a second volume in the popular Metal Gear Solid Master Collection. During a panel discussion, Okamura addressed the long-anticipated follow-up to Volume 1, stating, "Since we called the first instalment Vol. 1, it’s only natural to expect a second one." The announcement, translated by a MetalGear fan account on X, was met with eager anticipation by fans of the iconic stealth-action series.
The first volume of the Master Collection, which included ports of MGS1, MGS2, and MGS3 along with the original Japan-only 2D MSX games, faced initial criticism for technical issues. However, subsequent updates and community mods have smoothed some of these rough edges. The impending arrival of Volume 2 promises to continue this legacy while potentially addressing previous shortcomings.
Potential Inclusions for Volume 2
Among the rumoured inclusions in Volume 2 is the elusive Metal Gear Solid 4, originally a PlayStation 3 exclusive. Known for its technical complexity due to the PS3's unique architecture, MGS4 has remained difficult to access for new players. The prolonged wait for Volume 2 hints at the team’s meticulous efforts to overcome such challenges.
Another likely candidate is Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker. Originally released for the PSP and later ported to PS3 and Xbox 360, Peace Walker holds significant value as a potential mainline entry. Given the team's experience with porting MGS2 and MGS3 HD editions, fans are hopeful Peace Walker will be seamlessly integrated into the new collection.
Intriguingly, datamined files from Volume 1 have hinted at the inclusion of MGS5. While a PC remaster may not be essential, a re-release for consoles could breathe new life into the game's asymmetric FOB multiplayer, provided original server compatibility is maintained.
- Other speculated titles include Metal Gear Solid: Ghost Babel for the Game Boy Color,
- Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops and Metal Gear Acid 1 & 2 for the PSP,
- Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, which originally launched on PS3, Xbox 360, and PC.
Okamura has urged fans to remain patient, assuring them that more news on the collection's progress and future direction will be shared when the time is right. His statement, "It feels like I always have to say this, but please wait just a little longer," resonates as both a promise and a plea for understanding from a dedicated fanbase eagerly awaiting the collection's next chapter.
