One Artist’s Wild Anime Take on Metal Gear: The Epic That Never Was
From Pixels to Anime Dreams
Okay, fellow gamers and anime aficionados, let’s talk about something that’s equal parts nostalgic and creatively bonkers! One awesome artist has taken the legendary Metal Gear and thrown it into an anime blender, hitting that remix button harder than a kid at a karaoke night. Say hello to Mitchell Hammond, the mastermind behind the artistic celebration of the 1987 classic in all its pixelated glory!
Now look, official remakes can sometimes feel as risky as ordering sushi from a gas station, but fan reimaginings? They’re like that unexpected party invite you didn’t know you needed! Hammond has taken the original Metal Gear from the days when 2D graphics were state-of-the-art and smeared some anime magic all over it—without the help of any AI shenanigans, mind you.
Rewind to the 8-Bit Glory
Metal Gear Solid was like an explosion of awesomeness, right? But let’s get real: it all started with those humble 8-bit beginnings on the MSX computers. In fact, that’s where we first met Snake—before all the espionage, before the drama, and certainly before the memes. Through the pixelated haze of Metal Gear and its sequel, Metal Gear 2, we witnessed the legendary battles with Big Boss. These games were basically the origin stories that paved the way for all the Metal Gear madness we love today.
But hold the phone! Hammond didn’t just stop at reimagining these old gems. Oh no—his pièce de résistance is a character sheet showcasing an older Venom Snake. Seriously, it’s like he dragged Venom out of retirement and gave him a total ‘dad-goes-to-the-gym’ makeover! Picture this: Mad Max meets military chic, with a necktie thrown in for good measure. That’s right, folks; even in the apocalypse, you’ve got to keep it classy!
Oh, and let’s not forget Hammond’s cheeky character designs for Metal Gear’s over-the-top bosses that will have you rolling on the floor laughing. There’s also a delightfully absurd Time Magazine cover featuring Big Boss that just screams, “I’m famous!” Throw in some animated trailers, and it’s like a buffet of creativity. The original chiptune soundtrack paired with animation? Pure nostalgic gold!
For those of you itching to see Venom piloting the original Metal Gear while firing missiles, Hammond has got you covered! His latest animations have a vibe that would make Akira Toriyama weep with joy. Just think about it—epic battles, retro nostalgia, and some wild animation all in one neat package.
Now, folks, here’s the kicker: this entire Metal Gear MSX anime thing is a “when it’s done” project for Hammond. If you’re desperate to support this amazing artist, check out his Patreon or Ko-Fi pages. But if you just want the juicy updates without opening your wallet, follow him on social media and stay in the loop. Seriously, you won’t want to miss out on what he cooks up next!