Konami’s Metal Gear Solid franchise has been a cornerstone in the stealth action genre for years. A recent leak seems to confirm the games that will feature in the upcoming Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. This comes after the first volume was released, without crediting the franchise’s influential creator, Hideo Kojima.

Significance of the Master Collection Series

The Metal Gear Solid franchise has accumulated a significant number of titles, each contributing to the series’ respectability. Fans welcomed the news of Konami releasing the Master Collection, as it hinted at the company’s intent to offer comprehensive collections of the series. The addition of “Vol. 1” at the end of the first collection sparked interest in what games the second volume would encompass.

Source of the Leak

A Reddit user, known as Timo653, discovered the leak. They reported their findings after examining the scripts of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1’s launcher. Within these scripts, they found multiple references to games including Guns of the Patriots, Peace Walker, and Metal Gear Solid 5, hinting at their inclusion in Vol. 2.

Details of Leaked Games for Vol. 2

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots

Guns of the Patriots is notably exclusive to the PlayStation 3. The leak suggests that this installment may be made available to a wider audience, which would be significant for fans who have not had the opportunity to play it.

Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker

Originally designed for the PlayStation Portable, Peace Walker was later ported to other platforms such as PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. This makes its inclusion in the Master Collection beneficial for newer audiences.

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

This title was Hideo Kojima’s last entry into the franchise before his departure. Given its commercial and critical success, its inclusion in the collection would be both relevant and meaningful.

Comparative Value to Vol. 1

The first volume of the Master Collection offers excellent value for money, as it includes original classics and the first three Metal Gear Solid titles. If Vol. 2 maintains the same price point, it could provide similar value to consumers. Whether Konami plans to add bonus content similar to Vol. 1 remains unknown at this point.

Availability of Vol. 1

Currently, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 is available on multiple platforms including PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X/S. This multi-platform release raises expectations for similar availability for Vol. 2.

Final Thoughts

While leaks should always be taken with caution, this discovery appears substantial and matches previous leaks from Konami’s own website. Fans are advised to keep a lookout for official announcements that will either confirm or refute these claims.

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