Konami has dropped a big new update for Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 1, bringing highly sought-after upgrades to the Metal Gear Solid 2 Sons of Liberty, and the pioneering Metal Gear Solid 3 Snake Eater. Version 2.0.0 has been released, bringing changes to the graphic settings and bug fixes to Konami’s legacy titles. Let’s take a look at the Update version 2.0.0 for Metal Gear Solid Collection Vol 1.
Overview
The new update is only available on PC at the moment and will be live on consoles at a later date. Konami is seemingly working towards the highly anticipated Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 2, which will likely include Metal Gear Solid 4 Guns of the Patriot. The update has fixed multiple issues and resolution issues for Metal Gear Solid 2 and 3. Konami itself has admitted that these features were missing from the game on launch but now vows to improve the players’ experience even further.
Lets take a look at the Patch Notes for Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 1
Metal Gear Solid 2 Sons of Liberty
Screen Settings Expanded:
- The “Resolution” option has been added to the Screen settings in the Options menu.
- You can select between two preset resolutions or create your own custom settings.
- Keep in mind that these settings cannot be changed once you start the game.
- If you experience any instability after changing the settings, try reverting to the default settings.
Presets:
- Original Mode: Displays the game in its original resolution.
- Adjusted Mode: Shows the game at your monitor’s highest resolution for sharper visuals. If your system doesn’t meet FHD (Full HD) requirements, the game will default to Original Mode with internal upscaling set to Default.
- Custom Mode: Allows you to adjust “Internal Resolution”, “Internal Upscaling”, and “Movie” settings based on your system’s specs.
Custom Mode Details:
- Internal Resolution: Choose to render the game in either FHD or its original resolution.
- Internal Upscaling: Apply additional upscaling techniques to display the game at your setup’s highest resolution for sharper visuals. Some systems may not support this option.
- Movie Settings: Choose to display in-game movies in either their original or higher resolution. Some movies will automatically adjust to higher resolution when selected.
Controller Settings:
- Customize controller settings under the “Controller Settings” option.
Keyboard & Mouse Settings:
- Select from predefined layouts or create a custom control layout in “Keyboard & Mouse Settings.”
- Mouse Sensitivity: Adjust both mouse movement and scroll wheel sensitivity, now available with mouse support.
Mouse Controls Added:
- Mouse controls have been added for better gameplay flexibility.
Support for Steam Trading Cards/Badges:
- Steam Trading Cards and Badges are now supported.
Metal Gear Solid 3 Snake Eater
Screen Settings Expanded:
- Resolution settings have been added to the Options menu, offering two presets or the option to create a custom setting.
- Note that resolution settings cannot be changed once the game starts.
- Some systems may experience instability with changes; reverting to default settings is recommended in such cases.
Resolution Presets:
- Original Mode: Displays the game at its original resolution.
- Adjusted Mode: Optimizes the game for your monitor’s highest resolution, offering sharper visuals. If your system specs fall below Full HD, the game will default to Original Mode with Internal Upscaling set to Default.
- Custom Mode: You can customize the “Internal Resolution,” “Internal Upscaling,” and “Movie” settings based on your system specifications.
Custom Mode Settings:
- Internal Resolution: Choose between FHD and the game’s original resolution.
- Internal Upscaling: Enhance visuals by scaling the game to your system’s maximum resolution. This option may not be available on all setups.
- Movie Settings: In-game movies can be displayed in their original or higher resolution, depending on your choice. Some will automatically adjust to a higher resolution.
Controller Settings:
- Assign controls for your controller in the “Controller Settings” section.
Keyboard & Mouse Settings:
- Choose a layout type or customize your own under “Keyboard & Mouse Settings.”
- Zoom Sensitivity: A new “Zoom In/Out Sensitivity” option allows you to adjust scroll wheel sensitivity when zooming in or out.
Summary
The 2.0.0 New Update for the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 1 aims to improve the game’s compatibility with modern hardware and turn the titles toward peak performance. With new graphical settings and resolution options, players can experience the brilliance of Metal Gear Solid in HD with smooth animation and gameplay. For those who haven’t played the original Metal Gear titles, now is the perfect opportunity to experience true tactical espionage action of the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection right here on Driffle.
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