Metal Gear Solid 4 received update 1.004.003 (version 1.4.1) on September 18, 2026. This patch focuses on resolving a critical progression issue in Act 3 that previously prevented players from advancing through the game under specific conditions.
The update is currently available for players on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
Act 3 Progression Fix
The primary fix in version 1.4.1 addresses a softlock during Act 3. This issue is associated with the “Third Sun” chapter, specifically during the sequence where Old Snake must tail a Resistance member. The patch ensures that progress remains possible, addressing conditions that previously triggered a bug in this mission.
General Improvements and Stability
In addition to the Act 3 resolution, several minor adjustments have been implemented to improve the overall experience. According to the official notes, the following changes are included:
- Fixed an issue in Act 3 that could make progress impossible.
- General stability fixes.
- Minor adjustments to gameplay and systems.
For PC players, this update addresses stability concerns. While the patch nomenclature is listed as 1.004.003 on consoles, PC users will see this reflected as version 1.4.1. More details on the technical specifics of this fix can be found via iCrewPlay.
The release of this patch stabilizes the modern port of Metal Gear Solid 4, ensuring the title remains playable from start to finish on current-generation hardware.
