Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 has apparently removed MGS4's PS3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
A beloved video game joke may be altered in the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 appears to have removed the PlayStation 3 from the iconic joke in Metal Gear Solid 4, where a PS3 is seen on Big Boss's plane. This change suggests that the joke will have to be altered for the Nintendo Switch 2.
The reason for this change is not yet clear. Nintendo Everything and GamesRadar+ both note the change, but the reporting does not specify whether this is a technical limitation or a deliberate creative decision.
The extent of other changes to the game is also unknown.
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Coverage (6)
- Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Yahoo News UK · 9h ago
- METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol. 2 on Switch & Switch 2 appears to remove PS3 references GoNintendo · 9h ago
- Nintendo Switch version of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection 2 seemingly removes the PS3 from Snake's plane, suggesting an iconic joke will have to be changed GamesRadar+ · 9h ago
- Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker games.gg · 9h ago
- Metal Gear Solid 4’s Big Boss Emblem Returns on PS5 GameLuster · 9h ago
- Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 has apparently removed MGS4's PS3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch Nintendo Everything · 9h ago
Quick answers
What is the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2?
The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 is a compilation of Metal Gear Solid games, including Metal Gear Solid 4, for modern gaming platforms.
What is the iconic joke in Metal Gear Solid 4?
In Metal Gear Solid 4, there is a joke involving a PlayStation 3 being present on Big Boss's plane.
Why was the PS3 removed from the joke in the Nintendo Switch 2 version?
The reason for the removal of the PS3 from the joke in the Nintendo Switch 2 version is not specified in the coverage.
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