Konami's highly anticipated Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 is set to release on October 24. The collection will be available on various platforms including PC, Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5. However, recent reports suggest that the PC version of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection may not officially support keyboard and mouse controls, potentially disappointing PC gamers who prefer these input devices.
The news of limited input options for the PC version surfaced when Steam pages for the individual games briefly went live before being taken offline. Users who visited the store pages while they were still available claim that they showed messages confirming that each title "requires a controller to play" and that playing with a keyboard and mouse isn't supported.
As the news spread, concerns arose among PC gamers who favor the precision and flexibility offered by keyboard and mouse controls. Many gamers consider this combination essential for the immersive experience and competitive advantage it provides in certain game genres.
Gamescensor has reached out to Konami for verification and confirmation regarding the controller requirement and lack of keyboard and mouse support in Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1. Fans eagerly await an official statement from the game publisher to shed light on this matter.
No Keyboard controls it seem. Ahhh...Well It doesn't bother me but it probably will bother a few. https://t.co/3mZ7qkaueD pic.twitter.com/PrZv5Iljp3— LordEmmerich (@LordEmmerich) June 21, 2023
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 is expected to be released physically and digitally, with a price tag of $59.99 / £49.99. The collection includes a total of seven games: Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, Metal Gear (NES/FC version), and Snake's Revenge. In addition to these games, players can also look forward to a range of bonus content.
Notably, alongside the Master Collection announcement, Konami unveiled plans for a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This revelation added to the excitement surrounding the franchise and further fueled anticipation among fans.
The news of potential limitations on keyboard and mouse support for the PC version of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 has raised concerns among PC gamers. While awaiting confirmation from Konami, fans are eager to see if the game publisher will address these concerns and provide clarity on the matter. As the October 24 release date approaches, gamers around the world eagerly anticipate the return of the beloved Metal Gear Solid franchise and hope for an optimal gaming experience across all platforms.