Snake remains central to the story of MGS 5, but according to creator Hideo Kojima, he will act in a more reserved manner than previous titles. The developers hope that a more laconic Snake will allow the player to relate more fully to the character as an alter ego and avatar reflecting the player’s decisions and identity. The Fox Engine A new engine was developed exclusively for Metal Gear Solid 5. Created within Konami, the Fox Engine was custom designed to facilitate a large, sectional and team-based approach to the development of a detailed open world. Metal Gear Online Metal Gear Online is included as a part of Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain. IN MGO, players compete in 6v6 or 8v8 team combat. Players [pursue single, multiple, or alternate objectives.