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A Konami stole the show during Sony’s State of Play for the PlayStation 5 (PS5). In a presentation full of nostalgia and innovation, the company confirmed what many fans considered impossible: the end of the “prison” of Metal Gear Solid 4 no PS3. Furthermore, the company revealed that the franchise Castlevania will receive a new lease of life at the hands of those who understand everything about lateral action.
The End of a Legacy: Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2
The great highlight of Konami was the announcement of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 2. For the first time since 2008, or acclaimed Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots will no longer be exclusive to PlayStation 3 and will reach modern platforms.
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Games Included: MGS4: Guns of the Patriots, MGS: Peace Walker and the portable classic Metal Gear Ghost Babel.
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Release Date: August 27, 2026.
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Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch e PC (Steam).
The collection will allow a new generation to experience Solid Snake’s final mission, who faces premature aging while trying to stop Liquid Snake in a global war scenario.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse – A New Chapter
To celebrate the franchise’s 40th anniversary, a Konami revealed Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse. The title is being developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin studios, the names behind the phenomenon Dead Cells.
The game takes place in medieval Paris in 1499 and follows Trevor Belmont’s successor. With colorful 3D visuals, but maintaining the classic 2D gameplay, the game promises to honor the sacred whip Vampire Killer.
Technical Highlight: Although it will arrive on all current platforms in 2026, the version for Nintendo’s next console will use the backwards compatibility of the original Switch, guaranteeing access to all players.
[Image showing a comparison of Solid Snake’s evolution from MSX to Metal Gear Solid 4]
The Renaissance of Franchises
The strategy of Konami for 2026 seems clear: revitalize your most valuable intellectual properties with the help of talented studios and by listening to the community’s calls. With the return of Kratos (God of War) and now Solid Snake and the Belmont family, The year promises to be one of the most memorable for lovers of reinvented classics.
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Written by: ContilNet
