The critically-acclaimed action-adventure stealth gaming franchise known as Metal Gear Solid has been on a hiatus for the past few years, when Hideo Kojima, 5topmpboss03.wordpress.com,, and Konami parted ways. However, it seems that the publisher may be preparing for a return to the MGS franchise.



According to a recent issue of Famitsu, a renowned Japanese gaming magazine, Noriaki Okamura wrote that "2023 will be a year of many announcements" for Konami Digital Entertainment. Noriaki's keyword for 2023 is "long-awaited," igniting speculation among fans that a brand new game in the MGS series may be in development. It's worth noting that Noriaki did not specifically mention Metal Gear Solid in his statement, but given his involvement with the series, it's possible that he was hinting at a return to the Metal Gear Solid franchise.
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It's always thrilling to hear about upcoming releases in a beloved series, it's crucial to temper expectations. Noriaki's statement may simply mean that Konami has a number of announcements planned for 2023, and it's likely that not a single one will be related to Metal Gear Solid. Still, it's understandable for fans to get enthused about the possibility of a brand new game in the series, particularly after the disappointing reception of the spin-off game Metal Gear Survive.
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It's important to mention that Hideo Kojima, the mastermind behind MGS, is not involved with Konami or the series currently. Kojima is busy with his own projects, including the highly-anticipated game D.S., which was released in 2019. It remains to be seen if Kojima will return at some point to the MGS series, but as of now, it seems that any potential future releases will be created without his involvement.



In the review section of this article, it's worth thinking about the impact that Hideo Kojima's departure has had on the MGS franchise. Kojima was a major driving force behind the series, and his absence has been felt by many fans. Although it's feasible that a new team at Konami could deliver a compelling new entry in the series, it's difficult to predict whether it will be able to capture the same magic that made the earlier games so beloved. Only time will tell what the future holds for Metal Gear Solid, but as of now, it's exciting to think about the possibility of what a brand new game in the series could bring.