The update is out now for PC.
Screenshot from the original Metal Gear Solid where the main character is crouched behind a wall.

Konami has released the 1.4.0 update for just the PC version of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1. This update unfortunately won't be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch until some time in January 2024.

It's perhaps for the best that the PC version got this update sooner rather than later. The PC release of the Master Collection was perhaps a tad bit worse off than the console versions. Unfortunately, this update doesn't improve options for framerate or resolution in the collection of titles, but it does add some improvements elsewhere.

The update introduces options that will now allow you to goggle on or off the smoothing feature for the original Metal Gear Solid. The CRT filter can now also be toggled off if desired. Other games in the collection include some audio setting additions, a new windowed mode, and more. The full changelog is below.

METAL GEAR SOLID - Master Collection Version

Added new screen setting features
  • Added the following features.
  • The settings for each of these features can be changed both before and during gameplay.
(1) Smoothing
  • Can be turned ON or OFF.
  • Smooths the picture when turned ON, generates a sharp picture when turned OFF.​
(2) Game Screen Settings
  • Can be set to “Standard”, “Pixel Perfect”, or “16:9”.
  • The Steam® version of the game also features a “Fullscreen” feature. Can be set to a total of 4 settings—“Standard”, “Pixel Perfect”, “16:9”, or “Fullscreen”.
  • Wallpaper, display area, and screen filter features are also available when using the “Standard” or “Pixel Perfect” features.
  • The aspect ratio displayed may differ based on the settings or particulars of your device/setup.​
(3) Screen Filter
  • Can be turned ON or OFF.
  • Applies a filter that displays scanlines like those on a CRT TV when turned ON.​
Added an audio settings feature
  • Settings for the game volume and main menu volume can be changed prior to play.
  • Only the game volume can be changed during play.​
Added a controller response speed customization feature (Steam)
  • Can choose between “Fast” (new!) and “Stable”.
  • Some setups may experience unstable performance when set to “Fast”.
  • If you experience any such issues, please change your settings to “Stable”.
​Applied fix to have the game give priority to user set button designs (Steam)
Fixed some other minor issues​


METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version

Added an audio settings feature
  • Settings for the game volume and main menu volume can be changed prior to play.
  • Only the game volume can be changed during play.​
Added a "Window Mode" ( Steam® )
  • Added the ability to change the game to a "Window Mode" prior to play.
  • This feature can be turned ON or OFF by pressing Alt + Enter on the keyboard.
​Applied fix to have the game give priority to user set button designs (Steam)
Fixed an issue where the laser pointer would not be displayed during specific cutscenes (PlayStation® 5, PlayStation® 4, Xbox Series X|S, & Steam®)
Fixed an issue where the sea lice would not be properly displayed during certain cutscenes.
Fixed some other minor issues


METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version
Added an audio settings feature
  • Settings for the game volume and main menu volume can be changed prior to play.
  • Only the game volume can be changed during play.​
Added a "Window Mode" ( Steam® )
  • Added the ability to change the game to a "Window Mode" prior to play.
  • This feature can be turned ON or OFF by pressing Alt + Enter on the keyboard.​
Applied fix to have the game give priority to user set button designs ( Steam® )
Fixed an issue where certain face paints are displayed at a lower resolution
Fixed some other minor issues


Metal Gear & Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake - Master Collection Version
Added an audio settings feature
  • Settings for the game volume and main menu volume can be changed prior to play.
  • Only the game volume can be changed during play.​
Added a "Window Mode" ( Steam® )
  • Added the ability to change the game to a "Window Mode" prior to play.
  • This feature can be turned ON or OFF by pressing Alt + Enter on the keyboard.
​Applied fix to have the game give priority to user set button designs ( Steam® )
Fixed some other minor issues


METAL GEAR SOLID MASTER COLLECTION Vol.1 BONUS CONTENT
Added new screen setting features
  • Added the following features.
  • The settings for each of these features can be changed both before and during gameplay.
(1) Smoothing
  • Can be turned ON or OFF.
  • Smooths the picture when turned ON, generates a sharp picture when turned OFF.​
(2) Game Screen Settings
  • Can be set to “Standard”, “Pixel Perfect”, or “16:9”.
  • The Steam® version of the game also features a “Fullscreen” feature. Can be set to a total of 4 settings—“Standard”, “Pixel Perfect”, “16:9”, or “Fullscreen”.
  • Wallpaper, display area, and screen filter features are also available when using the “Standard” or “Pixel Perfect” features.
  • The aspect ratio displayed may differ based on the settings or particulars of your device/setup.​
(3) Screen Filter
  • Can be turned ON or OFF.
  • Applies a filter that displays scanlines like those on a CRT TV when turned ON.​
Added an audio settings feature
  • Settings for the game volume and main menu volume can be changed prior to play.
  • Only the game volume can be changed during play.​
Applied fix to have the game give priority to user set button designs (Steam)
Fixed some other minor issues​


Issues Under Investigation

We are investigating the issues below and working to resolve them.
We will provide further details regarding fixes for these issues at a later time.

METAL GEAR SOLID - Master Collection Version
  • An issue in which certain cutscenes stop playing
  • An issue in which analog input does not work as intended
METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version
  • An issue where gameplay video recorded using the platform's features does not retain a portion of audio ( Xbox Series X|S )
  • An issue where inputs via the keyboard are registered for the game even when the Alt key is held down ( Steam® )
METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version
  • An issue where a portion of character textures are displayed at a low resolution
  • An issue where gameplay video recorded using the platform's features does not retain a portion of audio ( Xbox Series X|S )
  • An issue where inputs via the keyboard are registered for the game even when the Alt key is held down ( Steam® )
Metal Gear & Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake - Master Collection Version
  • An issue where inputs via the keyboard are registered for the game even when the Alt key is held down ( Steam® )​