Konami recently showed off the multiplayer component of Metal Gear Solid Delta, introducing a mode called Fox Hunt that fans are comparing to the beloved Spies vs Mercs from Splinter Cell. Despite hopes for a revival of Metal Gear Online, Sahara clarified it’s a distinct experience catered to the evolving multiplayer landscape. In a video, he expressed that Fox Hunt embodies core Metal Gear principles, like the tension of stealth and pursuit, focusing on hide-and-seek gameplay.
Key Features of Fox Hunt:
- Implementation of a simple stealth mechanic allowing players to blend into the environment.
- A tie to classic Metal Gear gameplay while innovating for modern audiences.
- Sahara’s insights highlight a commitment to fan nostalgia, yet acknowledge that multiplayer gaming has transformed since the days of MGO.
The excitement around this new mode has sparked discussions among gamers, and although nostalgia for past iterations persists, Konami aims to carve a new path with Fox Hunt.
