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Master Collection news

Release date, platforms, the games and bonus content in the box, and everything official on the road to the August 27, 2026 launch.

news June 21, 2026

Will Master Collection Vol. 2 Ease the Brutal MGS4 Platinum Requirements?

Community debates whether Konami will ease the legendary Big Boss Emblem requirement for MGS4 and coop grinds in Peace Walker for Master Collection Vol. 2.

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Pre-Order April 10, 2026

Pre-Orders & Editions: What to Know Before You Buy

A running guide to Master Collection Vol.2 pre-orders, digital vs physical editions, and platform considerations ahead of the August 27, 2026 launch.

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MGS4 February 14, 2026

After 18 Years, MGS4 Is Finally Leaving the PS3

The biggest story of Master Collection Vol.2: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, a PlayStation 3 exclusive since 2008, is coming to modern platforms for the very first time.

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Contents February 13, 2026

Every Game & Bonus in Vol.2 Revealed — Ghost Babel Included

Konami details the contents of Master Collection Vol.2: MGS4, Peace Walker and the surprise inclusion of Metal Gear: Ghost Babel, plus the restored MGS4 Database and more.

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Platforms February 12, 2026

Vol.2 Hits Five Platforms — Including Switch 2 and Xbox

Master Collection Vol.2 is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch and PC — a far wider release than the games' original platform-locked launches.

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Release Date February 12, 2026

Master Collection Vol.2 Confirmed for August 27, 2026

Konami has set the date: METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2 launches August 27, 2026 across PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, Switch and PC — ending the long wait since Vol.1.

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