Peace Walker in the Master Collection
Peace Walker (HD Collection version) is the second main game of Vol.2 — the 2010 PSP classic in HD with online play support.
What's official about Peace Walker in Vol.2
Per the official description, the story takes place ten years after Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. Amid the conspiracies of the Cold War, Snake confronts them while leading a private military force — the story of how one soldier, 'Snake', becomes 'Big Boss'.
From the Steam listing: single-player plus multi-player with online PvP and online co-op categories, keyboard-only option, controller support, released with Vol.2 on August 27, 2026.
Peace Walker's renewed 2026 context
- Online play returns: CO-OPS is 2–4 players, while VERSUS OPS supports up to 6.
- HD presentation on modern platforms instead of the original PSP resolution.
- Included alongside MGS4, giving new players two very different Metal Gear eras in one package.
Guides around Peace Walker
Co-op & Online
What is known about online co-op in the Master Collection version.
Read guideGuideWalkthrough
Main Ops, chapter progression and the true-ending bridge.
Read guideGuideMissions
Main Ops, Extra Ops and mission progression.
Read guideGuideBosses
AI weapons, the Peace Walker and crossover fights.
Read guideGuideWeapons
What to develop first, loadouts and R&D progression.
Read guideGuideWhere to Start
Where Peace Walker fits in the series timeline.
Read guideGuideGames Included
The full Vol.2 games list.
Read guideWhat is not officially published yet
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
Is Peace Walker in Master Collection Vol.2?
Yes. Peace Walker (HD Collection version) is one of the two main games in Vol.2.
Does Peace Walker in Vol.2 have online co-op?
Peace Walker separates its online modes: CO-OPS supports 2–4 players, while VERSUS OPS supports up to 6. See the co-op guide for the current mode breakdown.
Is Peace Walker in Vol.2 the HD version?
Yes — the HD Collection version of the original 2010 PSP game.
Does Peace Walker have cross-play?
Not officially announced. Crossplay details will be added once KONAMI publishes them.