Here’s what comes with Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater pre-orders – Polygon
FYI: Every digital pre-order perk is unlockable through game progressby Cameron FaulknerIf you buy something from a Polygon link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.Konami’s first big swing with the Metal Gear Solid franchise in its post-Kojima era is coming Aug. 28, 2025. The remake of 2004’s Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, titled Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, is a top-to-bottom visual overhaul, giving the PS2 game a huge graphical update. Fans of the series know that the source material is stellar, but we’ll have to wait until later in 2025 to see how this re-release shakes out in full. It’ll be coming to the PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.If you want to roll the dice with a pre-order, there are four editions: two physical ones (Tactical Edition, Collector’s Edition), two digital ones (Standard Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition). Some of them entitle you to the same redeemable digital items found in others, while only the physical Collector’s Edition comes with goodies that you can put on display. And only one digital edition allows for early access. We’ve got all of the editions, their perks, and where to buy them below.“Tactical Edition” is the name given to the physical release of the game. It costs $69.99, and in addition to the full game, it includes the Sneaking DLC Pack that grants you access to 6 costumes detailed below, along with 4 facial accessories and masks that can be equipped. You’ll also get the White Tuxedo uniform. Notably, Konami claims that each item can be obtained through in-game progress, or purchased later on. In terms of value, this is the one to get, as it includes DLC that doesn’t come included with the base digital version.Here is the full list of DLC items you’ll get with this version:I’m not a fan of Konami’s pricing strategy for the most affordable digital version on consoles and PC, called the “Standard Edition.” It costs the same amount as the physical version above ($69.99), but only includes the White Tuxedo uniform, not the Sneaking DLC Pack. Again, all of that content can be purchased, or unlocked through in-game progress, but it’s a strange omission nevertheless.The $79.99 Digital Deluxe version of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater includes all DLC items present in the physical Tactical Edition detailed above. It’s available on PS5, Xbox, and on Steam PC. To make the price a bit easier to digest, it includes 48 hours of early access to the full game, in case you really want to get a jumpstart on playing the remake.The ultimate package of the remake is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X in the $199.99 Collector’s Edition. In it, you’ll get the Tactical (i.e. physical disc) Edition in a slick Steelbook case, a couple of patches, a replica of Snake’s ID card with its own lanyard, plus a terrarium diorama. The diorama captures the moments following Snake’s dramatic arrival in the forest after doing a halo jump from a plane. Unsurprisingly, this edition is difficult to find in stock, as it’s currently only available at GameStopPolygon’s handpicked deals on games, movies, books, and more.The best of Polygon in your inbox, every Friday.© 2025 Vox Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved
