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A Tactical Success: METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER Reaches 2 Million Global Sales

This milestone was achieved across PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam®

WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM – March 10, 2026 – Konami Digital Entertainment, B.V. (KONAMI) today announced METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER achieved two million units sold globally across PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam®). As the true essence of the original remains, METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER’s narrative and gameplay concepts continue to be enjoyed by players around the world.

It brought an unprecedented level of detail through the engineering of modern hardware. The captivating visuals, 3D audio design and quality of life improvements means achieving this remarkable milestone cements the METAL GEAR franchise as a timeless classic.

Those looking to continue “Big Boss’s” journey can explore his rise to infamy in Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, alongside the conclusion of “Solid Snake’s” story in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots by pre-ordering the METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol. 2. Set to release August 27 on Nintendo Switch™ 2, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam®.

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About  METAL GEAR 

Experience the thrill of tactical espionage action missions, sneaking into hostile environments without being detected by the enemy. This innovative game series was born from the idea of avoiding combat and infiltrating enemy territory undetected, a complete reversal of common action gameplay resulting in the creation of a brand-new game genre: stealth action. The first METAL GEAR game was released in 1987.   

About Konami Group 

KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION was established in 1973, starting as an amusement machine manufacturer for arcades. Over the years, the company has grown to include different business units across various markets. Currently, KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION includes the Digital Entertainment, Amusement, Gaming & Systems, and Sports Businesses. The company went public on the Osaka Securities Exchange in 1984, the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1988, and the London Stock Exchange in 1999. For more information, visit: www.konami.com/en.   

About Konami Digital Entertainment 

Konami Digital Entertainment, which is the core company of Konami Group, develops entertaining content for mobile, console and card games. The company is known for global franchises such as eFootball™, Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Contra, as well as the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game series. www.konami.com/games/corporate/en/   

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William Lawes

PR Manager, EMEA

lw.10580@konami.com

Christopher Haemsirirat

PR Coordinator, EMEA

Hc.14805@konami.com

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