Overview

• Konami confirms an Aug. 28 release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with up to 48 hours of early access starting Aug. 26 for Digital Deluxe preorders.
• Critics report high marks and an early Metacritic average of 86, praising fidelity and presentation while noting retained quirks like loading zones and some movement jank.
• The remake rebuilds the 2004 classic in Unreal Engine 5, adds an optional over‑the‑shoulder control scheme, and keeps a legacy mode for purists.
• Original cast dialogue has been rerecorded, and multiple editions include platform‑specific minigames, with the Fox Hunt online mode slated for Fall 2025 after launch.
• Konami’s current team led development without consulting Hideo Kojima, with Virtuos credited as a partner on the project.