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When Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima made clear a couple days ago that announcements planned for the weekend would not involve “[Zone of the Enders 3] and so forth,” he meant it — sadly, no game reveals were made. But during a recording of the Hidechannel Radio podcast in front of a live audience, Kojima did reveal details about the voice casting for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, and also slipped a few interesting details about his intentions for a potential follow-up to Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (via Andriasang).

During a Q&A session with the audience after the podcast was recorded, a fan asked Kojima whether there would be a Peace Walker sequel. In response, Kojima said that due to Peace Walker’s success, he wants to make “something bigger,” a game that might be on consoles but can also be transferred to a portable to take with you on the go. But this might only be a follow-up to Peace Walker thematically, as Kojima noted that he couldn’t say “if such a game would be a sequel or not.”

He also revealed that Kojima Productions is in charge of recording the Japanese voice-acting for Lords of Shadow, and he’ll be bringing back a number of Metal Gear Solid voice actors for the title — including the voice of Solid Snake, Akio Otsuka (please be Dracula, please be Dracula…). Whether this means Kojima Productions will also be in charge of the English voice-work (and if actors from the English MGS series will show up — say, our own Solid Snake, David Hayter?) wasn’t addressed.

PS3Center: I’m sure most of you have been wondering about this topic-that is, if you ever stopped throwing a fit after the 360 announcement. Why is the next Metal Gear still titled "Solid" when it has absolutely nothing to do with the Solid franchise (Solid Snake)? With that in mind, I want to explore some questions regarding the game, have an opinion, and see what you all think about it.

There is no doubt whatsoever that Japan’s influence in the video game market in past times has been paramount. From the classic titles found in arcades to the quirky yet fun console games they produced, gamers of all ages have enjoyed some fantastic games. From Mario to Solid Snake, Tetris to Street Fighter, everyone knows of the great games developed by this little gem of a country. The Japanese influence on gamers was at one stage absolute, and to say Japan ruled the video game market, seemed to some, an absolute fact.

TPG writes: "It’s an idea that’s long overdue; Final Fantasy characters in a fighting game? In a world where Pikachu’s fighting Solid Snake, it’s kind of a surprise that Dissidia Final Fantasy didn’t happen sooner. Square Enix could have just made a Super Smash Bros.-esque game and have been done with it, watching the money rake in. Thankfully, Square Enix have instead gone in a distinctly different direction, making Dissidia something more than just your standard inter-franchise brawler."

Gamesthirst Articles writes: Snake, snake, snaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaake! Solid snake just won’t give up no matter how hard you try to press him down. Looking at amazon’s best sellers chart, MTG4 is No. 4, that’s just one slot beneath Halo 3: ODST, and one spot higher than Uncharted 2: Among thieves.

"In the great tradition of epic misunderstandings that lead to earth-shattering superhero throw-downs, we pit two super spies against each other. Never has there been two more evenly matched opponents: Metal Gear Solid’s Solid Snake vs Splinter Cell’s Sam Fisher! Two master spies who’ve each saved the world many times over. But now when they fight, they fight to save their own lives.

Oh the mayhem! Oh the bloodshed!

Find out who wins here…"

Koku Gamer writes: "Metal Gear Solid is a massive success in the gaming industry. The title is synonymous with quality and immersion. No other game offers a cinematic experience quite like it. However if it is to step into to Hollywood territory it needs to deliver on all fronts, especially actors. Solid Snake was a man of epic proportions so an actor of exceptional ability is needed. Not only must he play the part well he must look a lot like the man as well. Given the plethora of actors available compiling this list was difficult, it could have easily been a Top 10. We feel 5 is enough for this type of article, so here is the Koku Gamer Top 5 Actors Who Could Play Solid Snake."

Sam Fisher isn’t the same as the previous version gamers are use too. Sam Fisher is quicker, badder, and better and in terms of gameplay Sam Fisher beats Solid Snake in many ways making Splinter Cell Conviction the official rebirth to this franchise in every way.

BeefJack writes: "Anyone reading this that went to Comic-Con will certainly be able to relate to the new Mega64 Skit. In case you’re unfamiliar with Mega64 it’s best described as Jackass meets video games, including dressing up as Solid Snake and sneaking round a supermarket, or re-living the harsh world of Myst for real."

"Since Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is basically a James Bond rip-off, there would almost have to be a considerable level of sexual theatre involved in it. But Kojima’s penchant for absurd humor manages to leak its way in as well, blending the two in a manner that I doubt anybody quite saw coming."