Unsurprisingly, there's a brand new Metal Gear game coming out. No, Kojima Production's countdown isn't over yet (that's later today!). A listing at a Japanese 7-Eleven product database reveals that an upcoming issue of Famitsu PSP+PS3 will feature a brand new Metal Gear game. The magazine is scheduled to ship next week on May 30.
We're pretty certain the upcoming Kojima Productions reveal is somehow tied to this upcoming Famitsu story. Considering the game will be featured in a PlayStation-exclusive magazine makes it a pretty safe bet that the game will arrive on either PS3 or PSP. Perhaps handheld players will get a chance at a new Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops experience -- Konami indicated its interest in a sequel over two years ago.
[Thanks David B.! Via IGN]
Reader Comments (150)
Posted: May 21st 2009 2:45PM Hyams said
Doesn't mean it's exclusive - only that it's coming to the PS3. Could well be multiplatform.
And if it *is* a console version, I do expect it to be multiplat. I admit I'd rather it be exclusive - not for any fanboi reason, but because exclusives tend to be of higher (graphical) quality than multiplats.
Still, either way, as a massive MGS fanboy, I'm really hoping for MGS5. Don't want it to be Portable Ops 2 though, because the controls for that game killed it. One analogue stick FTL.
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And if it *is* a console version, I do expect it to be multiplat. I admit I'd rather it be exclusive - not for any fanboi reason, but because exclusives tend to be of higher (graphical) quality than multiplats.
Still, either way, as a massive MGS fanboy, I'm really hoping for MGS5. Don't want it to be Portable Ops 2 though, because the controls for that game killed it. One analogue stick FTL.
Posted: May 21st 2009 2:58PM skyzbig said
It makes sense to focus on Sony platforms though given that a significant chunk of PS3 owners bought a PS3 for MGS4, meaning they're more likely to buy MGS5 (if that's what it is) .
I don't think many people bought a 360 with the intention of playing any MGS games.
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I don't think many people bought a 360 with the intention of playing any MGS games.
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:32PM (Unverified) said
well it is almost certain that XBOX360 will not get this.
☆ ファミ通Xbox360 2009年7月号
この号の内容
バイオニックコマンド とじ込みポスター1点(デススマイルズ )
FamitsuXbox360 2009 juli
bionic commando
no mention of Metal Gear
however we dont know if its psp or ps3.
one can only hope its ps3..........believe
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☆ ファミ通Xbox360 2009年7月号
この号の内容
バイオニックコマンド とじ込みポスター1点(デススマイルズ )
FamitsuXbox360 2009 juli
bionic commando
no mention of Metal Gear
however we dont know if its psp or ps3.
one can only hope its ps3..........believe
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:34PM (Unverified) said
Posted: May 21st 2009 2:35PM Johnny Locke said
I think we all know Kojima doesnt exactly make a lot of sense, anyone remember metal gear duck hunt?
How everyone thought it was mgs4 360, but it turned out to be an iphone game.
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How everyone thought it was mgs4 360, but it turned out to be an iphone game.
Posted: May 21st 2009 2:47PM (Unverified) said
But without Solid Snake, where does the "Solid" in Metal Gear Solid 5 come from?
If this game is MGS5, I will wish it was named Metal Gear... something else. The "Solid" franchise belongs to Solid Snake, and there's no way he's going to be the main character of this game.
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If this game is MGS5, I will wish it was named Metal Gear... something else. The "Solid" franchise belongs to Solid Snake, and there's no way he's going to be the main character of this game.
Posted: May 21st 2009 2:50PM McBrick said
You're right, there is no way he would be the protagonist of any future Metal Gear game.
Sorta the way that there was "no way" he was going to direct ANY Metal Gear game after MGS2.
So, uh, you know. He does have a history of backtracking on certain pronouncements. Nonetheless, this will be a game featuring Raiden, now that he's be rehabilitated with the fan base.
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Sorta the way that there was "no way" he was going to direct ANY Metal Gear game after MGS2.
So, uh, you know. He does have a history of backtracking on certain pronouncements. Nonetheless, this will be a game featuring Raiden, now that he's be rehabilitated with the fan base.
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:15PM W0lfbl1tzers said
Then you should complain about all the Resident Evils that came out after the first one. In two you were in a city. In three you were in a city again. In four you were in a Spanish village. Close but no cigar. And Five you were in an Afrikan Village. No residential areas to speak of.
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Posted: May 21st 2009 3:19PM (Unverified) said
MGS2 and 3 didn't feature Solid Snake as the main character, true, but I still think the Solid franchise should belong to him.
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Posted: May 21st 2009 3:26PM (Unverified) said
Residence: The place in which one lives; a dwelling.
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Posted: May 21st 2009 4:14PM Johnnynumber5 is powered by cell said
Damian
Not "everyone" thought MGS Touch was for the 360. In fact, the only ones who thought that were hopeful 360 owners. Go read the comments in that thread again and you will see many people actually saying it would be a MGS game for the iPhone.
By the way ... MGS Touch (duck hunt lol) is actually a really fun game.
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Not "everyone" thought MGS Touch was for the 360. In fact, the only ones who thought that were hopeful 360 owners. Go read the comments in that thread again and you will see many people actually saying it would be a MGS game for the iPhone.
By the way ... MGS Touch (duck hunt lol) is actually a really fun game.
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:13PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
GT5 will most likely be at E3 as its SUPPOSE to come out Next year
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Posted: May 21st 2009 2:22PM Hunter2223 said
I'll be annoyed if they did thus for a portable ops game :(
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Posted: May 21st 2009 2:24PM (Unverified) said
Check the site now guys... a "5" superimposes onto the screen then fades away every time thunder strikes...
... seriously.... spoiler much?
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... seriously.... spoiler much?
Posted: May 21st 2009 11:59PM (Unverified) said
the 5 is really a S for Superabstinence or whaterver the heck it will be called.
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Posted: May 21st 2009 2:26PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
Dear Lord...if a MGS game comes out and its NOT on the 360 the internetz will eXplode
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Posted: May 21st 2009 2:32PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
I imagine quiet a few people will....I mean its NO secret that Hideo Kojima is a Sony And Apple Fanboy...lol
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Posted: May 21st 2009 2:50PM Professor Lario said
@Marius - why would you enjoy that a good segment of gamers won't get to experience a great game? I just don't understand these guys...
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Posted: May 21st 2009 2:56PM Magetto1 said
I don't understand why'd you rejoice. The Metal Gear series is amazing, so why would you want it to be limited to who only those that own a Play Station? Because of some sutpid brand loyalty, and to see those with similar stupid brand loyalty piss their pants?
Considering we're in a recession right now, I'd imagine most people can't afford to shell out for a new videogame system so "just buy a ps3" is a lame excuse to tell people who want to play it, but can't.
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Considering we're in a recession right now, I'd imagine most people can't afford to shell out for a new videogame system so "just buy a ps3" is a lame excuse to tell people who want to play it, but can't.
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:02PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
Said good Segment of "Gamers" arent HARDCORE GAMERS then....
HARDCORE GAMERS own EVERY SYSTEM SO THAT THEY MISS NOTHING!!!!
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HARDCORE GAMERS own EVERY SYSTEM SO THAT THEY MISS NOTHING!!!!
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:04PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
@Hyams I paid $400 just to play Gears 2, & Fable 2.....lol
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Posted: May 21st 2009 3:05PM Captain Planet Planeteer Power said
Yes $400 is a lot to spend to play just one game. But hey, after your done playing MGS4, you could always jump on LBP and "build" your own MGS5 game with your "Solid Sackboy". Or you could always play, erm, uhhhhhhh, Motorstorm? Motorstorm 2? Hmmmmm...what else is there? Home?
***waits for fanboy attack***
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***waits for fanboy attack***
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:11PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
@CP Dude....you forgot Uncharted 1 & 2, Killzone 2, MLB: The Show(Every Year) SOCOM, Resistance 1 & 2, MAG, Heavy Rain, God of War 3....
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Posted: May 21st 2009 3:22PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
Ummm its not a Lame Excuse...I wanted to Play Gears 2....I didnt Bitch because Epic didnt make it Multi-platform....I simply bought a 360 Elite and then the game....doing EXACTLY what you just said people dont want to do...
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Posted: May 21st 2009 3:25PM Magetto1 said
Yeah, well it's not my fault my bought a console for just one game.
It would be great if Gears got ported to PS3 because more people would be able to play it, just like MGS4 being ported to the Xbox 360 would be great because more people would get to play it. I don't get all why you guys would want these excellent 3rd party games exclusive to a console (since not only would it benefit everyone that doesn't own those respective systems, it would certainly help the devs more that made the game).
But yes, keep tooting the anti-port nonsense.
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It would be great if Gears got ported to PS3 because more people would be able to play it, just like MGS4 being ported to the Xbox 360 would be great because more people would get to play it. I don't get all why you guys would want these excellent 3rd party games exclusive to a console (since not only would it benefit everyone that doesn't own those respective systems, it would certainly help the devs more that made the game).
But yes, keep tooting the anti-port nonsense.
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:26PM (Unverified) said
@Hyams
List wars huh? OK!!!
Kush
Kush x NL
Mauwie Wauwie
Natural Buds
Nigeria Weed
Northern Lights
NL x Shiva
Purple Haze
Shiva
Silver Haze
Skunk Red Hair
Super Skunk
Skunk Special
Skunk Weed
Snow White
Swazi x Skunk
Swiss Miss
Thai x Skunk
Turtle Power
White Widow
Big Bud
Champagne
Citrus Buds
Crystal Marijuana
Durban Poison
Early Misty
First Mature
Hawaii Skunk
Hawaii x Skunk 1
Haze
Haze x Skunk
Hindu Kush
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List wars huh? OK!!!
Kush
Kush x NL
Mauwie Wauwie
Natural Buds
Nigeria Weed
Northern Lights
NL x Shiva
Purple Haze
Shiva
Silver Haze
Skunk Red Hair
Super Skunk
Skunk Special
Skunk Weed
Snow White
Swazi x Skunk
Swiss Miss
Thai x Skunk
Turtle Power
White Widow
Big Bud
Champagne
Citrus Buds
Crystal Marijuana
Durban Poison
Early Misty
First Mature
Hawaii Skunk
Hawaii x Skunk 1
Haze
Haze x Skunk
Hindu Kush
Posted: May 21st 2009 3:30PM McBrick said
Actually, Cap'n Planet, I hear "Uncharted" is pretty good. Plus God of War 3, going out on a limb here, probably won't suck.
Plus you can play all of the cross-platform stuff on the PS3 when your 360 gets sent back to MS to be fixed for the 2nd or 3rd time.
Still, no Mass Effect, no Gears of War, no Viva Pinata... I agree that exclusives suck.
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Plus you can play all of the cross-platform stuff on the PS3 when your 360 gets sent back to MS to be fixed for the 2nd or 3rd time.
Still, no Mass Effect, no Gears of War, no Viva Pinata... I agree that exclusives suck.
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