Patch 1.5.0 for Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 addressed a critical control bug that forced the hero to move in a fixed direction. Yet players report that the update did not change the experience for them.
The Master Collection includes Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2, and Metal Gear Solid 3. The aim was to adapt these classics for modern devices, but many players feel the design simply replanted old D-pad behavior onto contemporary hardware. Instead of a full 360-degree rotation when turning the left stick, players observed eight fixed directions, mirroring the limitations of the original setup rather than delivering true modern analog control.
Even unofficial emulators appeared to manage the control shift more smoothly, as demonstrated in the video that circulated online before official patches arrived.
Six months after the initial issues surfaced, Konami did release a patch intended to fix the problem. However, Steam users continued to report that nothing had changed in practice, leaving the community frustrated. A frequent plea echoed in discussions: fix the analog support once and for all.
One player, known online as Vandius, urged, “Please fix the analog support.” Another user, gliv, added, “The analog problem is not solved.” A third commenter, Bisonfan95, summed up the frustration: “It still acts like the sticks are wired to the up, down, left and right buttons.”
Konami eventually responded to the issues surrounding the patch by recommending players update their Steam Input templates to ensure better compatibility with modern hardware. Despite the guidance, the Master Collection’s Steam reviews remained mixed, with a limited share of players giving positive feedback, reflecting ongoing dissatisfaction with the control experience for many fans.
Beyond these updates, the studio has teased new projects that capture the same retro energy. Earlier, it showcased a demo of Contra: Operation Galuga, a run-and-gun title that aims to honor classic arcade action while adding contemporary polish. In a different vein, the industry chatter highlighted PUBG’s evolving destructible environments, signaling a broader trend toward more dynamic, interactive worlds in modern games. (VG Times)