Games like Metal Gear Solid on Switch
3 of the 5 modern alternatives to Metal Gear Solid (1998) run on Switch. The cheapest is UnMetal at € 14,99. 2 are made by independent developers.
Switch is the most convenient way to play console classics, thanks to the Nintendo Switch Online libraries covering NES, SNES, Game Boy, N64, Mega Drive and Game Boy Advance, plus a very healthy market for remasters and retro-styled indie games in the eShop.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
UnMetal Indie
€ 14,99A comedic indie top-down stealth homage to classic Metal Gear.
UnMetal is also an alternative to 1 other classic
UnMetal runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun Indie
€ 39,99Hardcore top-down stealth with a squad of specialists, built on patrol routes and patient planning.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1
€ 59,99A collection bundling the original MGS and its sequels.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 is also an alternative to 3 other classics
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Not on Switch
These alternatives to Metal Gear Solid are listed on the main page, but do not run on Switch:
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