Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain Trailer to Debut at E3 Next Week

By 'Author'

June 7th, 2014

For months now, fans of the critically-acclaimed Metal Gear series have been eagerly awaiting any news or information regarding the highly anticipated sequel, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Earlier today on Twitter, renowned game designer and creator of the Metal Gear franchise, Hideo Kojima, officially confirmed that a brand new trailer for MGSV will indeed be premiering at E3 2014 next week.

Set to take place just days before its scheduled release date in North America later this month (September 23rd), the upcoming installment promises to continue where last year's prequel title, Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes left off. In a recent tweet, Kojima cryptically hinted at what fans can expect from The Phantom Pain:

'I bet peoples wondering whatd happen to Snake & his team after playing GZ.'

For those unfamiliar with the series or its rich history, it's worth noting that Metal Gear Solid has long been known for keeping plot details under wraps until release. While some may view this approach as somewhat frustrating - especially given how closely last year's Ground Zeroes teased at what was to come in The Phantom Pain - others see it as an integral part of the franchise's enduring appeal.

For myself personally, I must admit that after witnessing the events unfold during E3 2012 and again more recently with MGS:Phantom Red earlier this month, my own excitement has been tempered somewhat by concerns over potential spoilers. The release window for The Phantom Pain is incredibly tight - just a mere three weeks separates its North American launch from the reveal of another highly anticipated title in Rockstar's critically-acclaimed open-world action-adventure series: Grand Theft V (working title).

As such, I'm choosing to exercise caution and avoid any further trailers or promotional materials related to either MGSV or The Witcher 3 until release day. While it pains me to do so - especially given my own personal enthusiasm for both titles - the prospect of potentially spoiling key plot reveals simply isn't worth the risk.

What are your thoughts, dear readers? Will you be tuning in next week at E3 to catch a first glimpse of The Phantom Pain's highly anticipated trailer? Share your thoughts and opinions with us below!

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