Is Metal Gear Solid 4 coming to modern platforms?

What Konami's Master Collection Vol. 2 means for MGS4

Konami has packaged multiple Metal Gear entries into a second Master Collection that finally brings Metal Gear Solid 4 out of its PlayStation‑3‑only limbo. The collection is slated for release across modern systems and includes the long‑requested port of MGS4, making the formerly PS3‑locked title playable on current hardware.

Key things to know:

• The Master Collection Vol. 2 is being released on PS5, Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2), Xbox, and PC. The package collects multiple Metal Gear entries, with MGS4 included in that lineup.
• While Peace Walker’s essential online co‑op is returning in the collection, the specific Metal Gear Online component tied to the original MGS4 is not included.
• Some physical editions on Switch 2 require additional downloads to access full content, so buyers of cartridge releases should expect supplementary data pulls.

Why it matters

MGS4’s arrival on modern platforms removes a long‑standing barrier for preservation and access. For years, MGS4’s technical ties to the PS3 made it difficult for fans and newcomers to experience the game without legacy hardware or emulation workarounds. Making it part of an official multi‑platform collection improves accessibility, supports backwards‑compatibility expectations, and signals Konami’s broader effort to reintroduce classic franchises to current audiences.

What remains unclear

It’s still unclear whether Konami will revive or rebuild online features beyond Peace Walker’s co‑op, or how online player populations will be handled on each platform. For players who care most about the series’ multiplayer legacy, the absence of MGS4’s original Metal Gear Online is the most notable omission.