Success of MGS Delta overshadowed by performance issues

The release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater was marked by performance issues and technical failures, overshadowing the impressive commercial success of the game. Konami confirmed that the remake sold over one million copies on the first day of sales, but the celebration was accompanied by criticism from players regarding the product's quality.

Konami revealed that the one million copies milestone was reached on August 28, the official release day, just two days after the early access for the digital deluxe version on August 26. The number demonstrates the strength of the franchise and the fans' interest in revisiting the story of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater with updated graphics and modern controls. The game was praised for being "a surprisingly sensitive remake from Konami with developers of the original game."

Despite the financial success, Konami acknowledged crashes on launch day, and the game was criticized for its disappointing performance, "particularly on the PS5 Pro." The promise of a full fix for these issues has not yet materialized.

The situation with Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is a reminder that commercial success does not necessarily translate to a flawless release.