Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
9.3 / 10
Release Date
17 November 2004
Platforms
PlayStation 2
Publisher
Konami
Developer
Konami Computer Entertainment Japan
01Overview
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is a stealth action game developed by Konami and a prequel to the rest of the Metal Gear series. Set during the Cold War, it follows Naked Snake on a mission deep inside Soviet territory. Gameplay shifts much of the series into outdoor jungle environments, where camouflage, movement and careful observation become essential. Snake can crawl through grass, climb trees, hunt animals for food and change clothing or face paint to reduce the chance of being spotted. Stealth remains the main focus, but the game also includes close-quarters combat, firearms and boss battles. A stamina system affects Snake’s performance, while injuries must be treated manually. The story explores the origins of several major characters and events that shape the later Metal Gear timeline.
Game Details
GenreShooter • Tactical • Adventure
Game ModeSingle player
PerspectiveFirst person • Third person • Bird view / Isometric
ThemesAction • Fantasy • Survival • Historical • Stealth • Drama
Platform Availability
PC
Xbox
PlayStation
Nintendo
Steam
GOG
Epic Games
02
TRAILERS & GAMEPLAY VIDEOS
Official Trailer
Gameplay Video
2 OFFICIAL VIDEOS
Official Trailer
Gameplay Video
Gameplay Overview
Trailer
03
SCREENSHOTS & ARTWORK
FEATURED ARTWORK
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater Artwork
EDITIONS
BASE GAME
Metal Gear 20th Anniversary: Metal Gear Solid Collection
Metal Gear 20th Anniversary: Metal Gear Solid Collection is an eight-disc set commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Metal Gear franchise. This set is exclusive to Japanese territory. The collection includes all of the canonical Metal Gear games available at the time: - Metal Gear Solid - Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty - The Document of Metal Gear Solid 2 - Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater - Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake (on one PlayStation 2 disc) - Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops (with exclusive cover art) - Metal Gear Saga Vol. 2
PlayStation 2
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