When was Snake's Revenge released?
Snake's Revenge was released in 1990 by Konami. The game appeared in North America and Europe under the Ultra Games brand without the knowledge or approval of Hideo Kojima.
Common questions about Snake's Revenge
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who created Snake's Revenge?
A separate team at Konami created Snake's Revenge without the involvement of Hideo Kojima. Kojima was developing Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake for the MSX2 in Japan while this unauthorized sequel was in production.
What is the plot of Snake's Revenge?
The plot of Snake's Revenge follows Operation 747 where Lieutenant Solid Snake infiltrates a hostile nation in the Middle East to stop mass-produced Metal Gear tanks. The story concludes with Snake defeating Big Boss and destroying the prototype Metal Gear 2 model to prevent a global nuclear catastrophe.
How does Snake's Revenge differ from the original Metal Gear?
Snake's Revenge differs from the original Metal Gear by introducing side-view areas that function similarly to Rush 'n Attack and requiring players to manage oxygen tanks during underwater segments. The game also features a redesigned transceiver interface with a fixed list of three contacts and an automatic radar system.
What happened to the supporting characters in Snake's Revenge?
In the aftermath of Snake's Revenge, John Turner was declared missing in action and removed from Navy records while Nick Myer was awarded three posthumous promotions. Jennifer was rescued and guided Snake to the storage facility where the Metal Gear 2 weapon was destroyed.