: As the series progresses, Snake discovers he is part of a larger conspiracy controlled by an AI shadow organization known as The Patriots.

: In the final chapter of his story, a prematurely aged "Old Snake" goes on a final mission to eliminate his nemesis, Liquid Ocelot, and shut down the system controlling global warfare. Deep Dives into the Lore

The story is famous for its complexity, blending tactical espionage with philosophical themes like genetic destiny and the cycle of war.

: For a rapid-fire version, creators have condensed the entire saga into 3-minute shorts or in-depth retrospectives that explain the timeline from the 1960s to the near future.

: Solid Snake is sent to stop a renegade unit led by his genetic "brother," Liquid Snake, from launching a nuclear strike.