David Hayter, the original voice of Solid Snake, wishes he could re-record his lines for the Snake Eater remake to reflect his improved acting skills over the past 20 years, though he appreciates being involved in the project and hopes for more series entries.
Kurt Russell, the inspiration for Solid Snake in the Metal Gear Solid series, addressed rumors about potentially voicing the character, stating that he's a movie guy and prefers to focus on the projects he's already been a part of. The iconic role ultimately went to David Hayter, but the influence of Russell's character, Snake Plissken, is evident throughout the series.
Kurt Russell explains in a GQ interview that he declined the opportunity to voice Solid Snake in the Metal Gear Solid games, citing his dedication to the original characters he portrayed in movies and his reluctance to revisit them out of context. He emphasizes the importance of creating new iconic characters rather than capitalizing on existing ones, and expresses a preference for working on fresh projects.
Kurt Russell explains that he didn't voice Solid Snake in Metal Gear Solid because he prefers creating new characters rather than revisiting old ones, and he didn't want to financially benefit from characters he had previously created. He also expressed a preference for working on projects written by John Carpenter. Meanwhile, the Metal Gear Solid series is in a state of flux, with no new mainline game since 2015, but with rumors of remasters and new releases circulating.
Skins of legendary Metal Gear Solid characters Solid Snake and Raiden are now available in Fortnite, along with Metal Gear-themed gear such as a Cardboard Box and EMP Stealth Camo pickups. However, some fans have expressed disappointment over the changes made to Snake's appearance.
Fortnite introduces Raiden as a new premium skin, alongside Solid Snake, in its latest update, 28.10. The update includes new Bonus Reward styles for Battle Pass skins and the ability to earn Solid Snake Battle Pass skin and themed cosmetics through in-game quests. Raiden's premium skin comes with two selectable styles and is accompanied by a katana weapon and themed wrap. The latest chapter of Fortnite, Chapter 5 Season 1, introduced three permanent new modes and is expected to conclude on 8th March.
Solid Snake from the Metal Gear franchise is now available in Fortnite with the V28.10 update, requiring Battle Pass owners to complete quests to unlock the outfit. The update also includes the return of the Anvil Rocket Launcher and various gameplay balance tweaks. Additionally, the introduction of licensed characters like Solid Snake and Peter Griffin has sparked discussions about their designs and adjustments made by Epic Games.
Fortnite players are disappointed with the latest update that has "de-cakeified" the character Solid Snake, reducing the prominence of his buttocks. Fans took to social media platforms to express their sadness and frustration, comparing it to a crime and calling it antithetical to the character's legacy. This change follows a trend in Fortnite of flattening the buttocks of other male character skins, leading some to believe that the game has a bias against male ass.
Fortnite players are criticizing Epic Games for the portrayal of Solid Snake in the game, claiming that the developer flattened his butt for no apparent reason. Fans expressed disappointment and compared it to Snake's depiction in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Despite the backlash, it is still exciting for players to see the iconic character from Konami in the popular battle royale game.
Fortnite's Chapter 5: Season 1, titled "Underground," introduces a new island with various locations, including a railway, marinas, mansions, and a grassland area. The update brings boss battles, such as Peter Griffin from Family Guy, and the ability to regenerate shields over time by defeating them. Other additions include an SUV, a Ballistic Shield weapon, the option to move while healing, and the ability to customize vehicles. Additionally, a collaboration with Lego introduces a Lego Fortnite in-game experience and Lego-style skins for characters. The launch of Chapter 5 follows the success of Fortnite OG and a virtual concert from Eminem during The Big Bang event.