Metal Gear Solid Delta trailer unveils new Ape Escape elements

The latest State of Play unveiled fresh footage of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, showcasing enhanced gameplay mechanics, the reimagined Snake vs. Monkey mode featuring Ape Escape characters, and what appears to be a subtle hint toward Metal Gear Online's return.

Signature Stealth Action Takes Center Stage

The trailer highlights Naked Snake's trademark infiltration tactics - crawling through dense vegetation, employing camouflage techniques, and engaging in the series' iconic boss battles. The gameplay demo emphasizes the remake's faithful recreation of the original's tense stealth sequences while demonstrating visual upgrades.

Snake vs. Monkey Returns With Ape Escape Crossover

The trailer concludes with humorous footage of Snake attempting to capture mischievous monkeys in the revitalized Snake vs. Monkey mode, featuring characters from PlayStation's Ape Escape series. Notably, Xbox versions will receive an alternative mode starring Bomberman instead - potentially being revealed during this week's Xbox showcase.

Cryptic Tease Sparks Multiplayer Speculation

A brief yet intriguing clip at the trailer's very end has fueled speculation about Metal Gear Online's possible inclusion, though Konami has yet to confirm these multiplayer features.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater represents a ground-up remake of the 2004 classic, announced last year following numerous leaks. While frequently featured in PlayStation events, the title remains multiplatform, scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on August 28, 2025.

For those who missed the presentation, here's complete coverage of all announcements from Sony's June 2025 State of Play showcase.