David Hayter Finally Played Metal Gear Solid V

David Hayter finally gets his hands on Metal Gear Solid V

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain was Hideo Kojima’s final Metal Gear Solid game, and it was an odd one. Despite having some of the best sneaking action and gunplay, the open world and “missions” structure didn’t necessarily speak to fans of the more linear, tightly scripted feel of the previous games.

But MGS5’s most unexpected change was the decision to replace David Hayter, Solid Snake’s English voice actor since Metal Gear Solid’s release in 1998, with movie star Kiefer Sutherland. And, as many fans rightly point out, the casting decision is even stranger considering that Snake doesn’t speak a whole lot in The Phantom Pain. Kojima’s decision to pass on Hayter for the part amounted to a bit of 2010s video game drama, as it seems Hayter was largely left in the dark as to why the casting change took place.

“I was not told why I was not chosen to reprise my role as Snake in Metal Gear Solid V,” Hayter said in an interview. “I was not given a reason, and I was not contacted beforehand to discuss the possibility of my return.”

 The game that sparked controversy among fans

The decision to replace Hayter sparked a heated debate among fans, with some defending Kojima’s creative choice and others feeling betrayed by the sudden change. Hayter’s iconic voice had become synonymous with Snake, and the sudden shift was jarring for many.

 The man behind the iconic voice of Snake

But what does Hayter think of the game now that he’s finally played it? Does he still harbor any resentment towards Kojima for the casting decision? We may never know, but one thing’s for sure - Hayter’s silence on the matter speaks volumes.

 The game that sparked controversy among fans

In the end, Hayter’s omission from Metal Gear Solid V remains one of the most baffling decisions in gaming history. But as we look back on the game, we can’t help but wonder what could have been if Hayter had reprised his role as Snake.

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The drama surrounding Metal Gear Solid V may have died down, but the impact of Kojima’s decision still resonates with fans today. As we look to the future of the Metal Gear Solid series, one thing’s for sure - David Hayter’s iconic voice will always be synonymous with Snake.