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The first game to feel truly cinematic is back - years after its creator left

The first game to feel truly cinematic is back - years after its creator left

Summary

Konami has released a remake of "Metal Gear Solid Delta," the third game in the popular Metal Gear series. The series creator, Hideo Kojima, had left Konami in 2015 after disputes over game development costs. Remakes are popular in the gaming industry, drawing on nostalgia and updated graphics.

Key Facts

  • The Metal Gear series has sold over 60 million copies worldwide.
  • The games are known for cinematic cutscenes and deep storytelling.
  • Hideo Kojima, the creator, left Konami in 2015 due to disagreements about the cost of developing Metal Gear Solid V.
  • Kojima's departure led to a pause in new releases for the series for nearly a decade.
  • Konami's recent activities have included focusing on mobile games and amusement markets.
  • Kojima has since formed his own studio and released the successful game "Death Stranding."
  • The gaming industry is seeing a trend of remaking classic games with modern graphics, appealing to an older, nostalgic audience.

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