It turned out that not only the Netflix series of the same name, but also widespread memes can push an older game back into the spotlight. This year, Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance unexpectedly became one of the most talked‑about games, despite being nearly a decade old.
That observation comes from PlayTracker, a service that aggregates game statistics from multiple platforms. It shows a dramatic jump in concurrent players this month, rising roughly 1000% compared with April 2021. Additionally, the pace of unlocking achievements has increased noticeably, suggesting a surge of newcomers who had never played the title before.
Partial verification can be found on SteamDB. Since January 2022, the game has clearly begun to attract a larger audience, indicating a renewed interest over time.
The rapid fan growth appears to be fueled by memes featuring characters like Jet Sam and Armstrong. A simple YouTube search for Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance memes turns up several newer clips that showcase a curated selection of humorous images.
There is also chatter about a potential remake of the original Metal Gear Solid in development, which fans are watching closely as part of the broader revival of the series.
Citation: VG Times