Rumblings from the Konami Castle: What Comes Next?
In a world where the sequel reigns supreme, news from the Metal Gear realm has emerged, and it’s as twisted as one of Snake’s plotlines. Producer Noriaki Okamura recently spilled the beans (or whatever snack was on hand) about the future of the franchise after the shiny new launcher, MGS Delta, made its debut.
During a tête-à-tête with the illustrious Japanese publication Real Sound, our producer extraordinaire was asked the million-yen question: What’s firing up in the Metal Gear kitchen aside from the delectable MGS Master Collection Volume 2? Cue the dramatic music.
The response from Okamura? Well, it seems Konami is still trapped in a brainstorming swirl, deciding whether to whip up more remakes or dive head-first into uncharted territory. “Currently, we’re still pondering what to whip up next,” he said, likely while staring thoughtfully into a blank screen. “Since Metal Gear has given us a lovely opportunity to charm new fans, keeping that hype train rolling would be great.”
In a classic case of “stay tuned,” he added, “what recipes we’ll cook up next is still very much up in the air. It could be another remake, or we might go rogue and try something entirely fresh.” Because who wouldn’t want a soufflé when they’ve already served up lasagna, right?
The History of Metal Gear: Not Your Average Cookbook
With a series that practically chronicles video gaming itself—from the pixel art days when everything looked like it was made of Lego to cutting-edge cinematic experiences—Okamura knows a thing or two about the diversity of their menu. “The best way to reboot or reinterpret each title varies wildly,” he quipped, possibly envisioning a Metal Gear culinary school.
He continued with a hint of wisdom that would make a sage proud, stating, “There’s no way we’re going to slap the same old ingredients on every dish we make, like they do in your average cafeteria. We want to ensure the finest approach for each recipe.” It’s about quality control, folks!
The Heavyweight Challenge: MGS4 Remake?
When asked about the possibility of remaking the iconic Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots—a PS3 gem that refuses to get a modern makeover—Okamura didn’t mince words. Channeling his inner Nostradamus about the challenges posed by that ancient hardware, he admitted, “The original console required some rather oddball designs to make 3D graphics do their thing, and the code for MGS4 is anything but straightforward… Basically, bringing it back today would be nothing short of a Herculean task.”
So, in conclusion, while Okamura mulls over the future of Metal Gear like a chef debating the merits of truffle oil, fans are left to wonder what delightful concoctions Konami will serve up next. Will it be a fresh delicacy or just more of Grandma’s old recipes? One can only wait with bated breath and a controller in hand.
