The Metal Gear Solid* series has long been a cornerstone of tactical espionage gaming, but for PC players, access to its later entries has been a mixed bag—until now. The highly anticipated Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 will finally deliver Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and the HD remaster of Peace Walker to PC and PS5, fulfilling a years-long wish for many. Yet, the announcement also clarifies a glaring omission: Metal Gear Online, the multiplayer-focused spin-off bundled with the original MGS4, will not be part of the collection.

For those who remember Metal Gear Online as a divisive but cult-favorite experience, its absence might feel like a letdown. The game’s servers shut down over a decade ago, making a revival unlikely—but that doesn’t mean the collection lacks multiplayer entirely. Peace Walker’s co-op missions and versus mode remain, offering a taste of team-based tactical gameplay. However, cross-play is noticeably absent, meaning PC and console players won’t be able to team up seamlessly.

This isn’t the first time Metal Gear Online has been excluded from re-releases, but its omission here stings for fans who hoped for a complete package. Still, the inclusion of MGS4—a title that has been notoriously difficult to emulate—is a major win for PC gamers. For those who’ve been waiting years for a native port, this collection finally delivers.

Metal Gear Solid Master Collection 2: What’s Missing—and What’s Left for Fans

The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 is set to release on August 27, 2025, for PS5 and PC. While it may not include everything fans wanted, it’s a step forward for the franchise’s accessibility, particularly for those who’ve been left out of the PlayStation ecosystem.

  • What’s Included: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots (native PC port) and Peace Walker HD remaster.
  • What’s Missing: Metal Gear Online—servers were shut down years ago, and no revival is confirmed.
  • Multiplayer Options: Peace Walker features co-op missions and versus mode, but no cross-play between PC and PS5.
  • Release Date: August 27, 2025, for PS5 and PC.

The collection is a must-have for Metal Gear purists, though purists may still be left wanting more. For those who’ve been patiently waiting, this is finally their chance to experience MGS4* as intended—just without the multiplayer spin-off that once defined the era.