METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.1 arrived from Konami on October 24, 2023, bringing a curated selection of classic Metal Gear titles to modern platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam).
The compilation restores multiple entries in the franchise with quality-of-life updates and a range of bonus materials aimed at longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Collector-style extras and packaged documentation
According to the collection's published materials, each included title ships with a Screenplay Book containing the game's in-text dialogue and a separate Master Book that provides expanded commentary on story beats and character backgrounds.
These companion volumes are presented as in-game or digital reference items that preserve narrative detail and developer notes for archival and accessibility purposes.
Handheld history and soundtrack inclusion
The Master Collection also bundles Metal Gear: Ghost Babel, noted within Konami's product description as the series' first handheld release — originally developed for the Game Boy Color — giving the compilation a broader historical scope.
Rounding out the multimedia extras is Metal Gear Solid: Digital Soundtrack Vol.2; the compilation includes an integrated sound player so users can listen to the collection's curated tracks from within the package.
Save-data bonuses for legacy titles
Konami's bonus-content scheme links the Master Collection to existing saves from other entries.
Players who have save data for any title included in METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.1 (sold separately) can unlock items in two other entries: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version).
Specifically, eligible save data grants the Gold Camouflage item for Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and the Uniform: GOLD for Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version).
Save data must be created with the same user account and present on the console used to play the recipient games; Konami notes that players still qualify for the bonus even if they play MGS4 or Peace Walker (HD) before creating the Master Collection saves, provided the save data is later present on the same account and console.
Where to buy and platform notes
The Master Collection is available digitally through storefronts such as the Nintendo eShop and on physical disc or cartridge where supported.
For players tracking legacy rewards and packaged content, confirm which specific titles are present in Vol.1 and ensure your save data is accessible on the console/account you intend to use to receive in-game bonuses.
The compilation restores multiple entries in the franchise with quality-of-life updates and a range of bonus materials aimed at longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Collector-style extras and packaged documentation
According to the collection's published materials, each included title ships with a Screenplay Book containing the game's in-text dialogue and a separate Master Book that provides expanded commentary on story beats and character backgrounds.
These companion volumes are presented as in-game or digital reference items that preserve narrative detail and developer notes for archival and accessibility purposes.
Handheld history and soundtrack inclusion
The Master Collection also bundles Metal Gear: Ghost Babel, noted within Konami's product description as the series' first handheld release — originally developed for the Game Boy Color — giving the compilation a broader historical scope.
Rounding out the multimedia extras is Metal Gear Solid: Digital Soundtrack Vol.2; the compilation includes an integrated sound player so users can listen to the collection's curated tracks from within the package.
Save-data bonuses for legacy titles
Konami's bonus-content scheme links the Master Collection to existing saves from other entries.
Players who have save data for any title included in METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.1 (sold separately) can unlock items in two other entries: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version).
Specifically, eligible save data grants the Gold Camouflage item for Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and the Uniform: GOLD for Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version).
Save data must be created with the same user account and present on the console used to play the recipient games; Konami notes that players still qualify for the bonus even if they play MGS4 or Peace Walker (HD) before creating the Master Collection saves, provided the save data is later present on the same account and console.
Where to buy and platform notes
The Master Collection is available digitally through storefronts such as the Nintendo eShop and on physical disc or cartridge where supported.
For players tracking legacy rewards and packaged content, confirm which specific titles are present in Vol.1 and ensure your save data is accessible on the console/account you intend to use to receive in-game bonuses.
