Surviving the Predator: A Guide to Every Boss in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater

The highly anticipated remake, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, is a return to a classic era of stealth action, challenging players with a series of memorable and inventive boss fights. These encounters are a masterclass in game design, forcing players to use all the tools at their disposal, from stealth and survival to CQC and marksmanship. The bosses of the Cobra Unit, Colonel Volgin, and of course, The Boss herself, are not just obstacles but spectacles that test a player’s wit and skill. This guide will provide detailed strategies on how to approach and defeat every major boss, including their unique rewards for non-lethal playthroughs. With the recent release of the remake, players are eagerly searching for the best strategies, as evidenced by a major surge in online queries for “MGS Delta boss guide,” “how to beat The End non-lethally,” and “Metal Gear Solid Delta boss rewards.”

1. Revolver Ocelot

Your first true boss fight is a classic shootout against the young, arrogant Ocelot. This fight is a tense game of cat and mouse, with Ocelot using ricochet shots and his unit of GRU soldiers to keep you on your toes. He is vulnerable when he reloads, and you can also disrupt him by shooting down hornet nests or throwing animals at him. The key is to stay behind cover, pop out for a few shots, and then move to a new location. Don’t rely on your sniper rifle, as his unit will call you out as a cheater and fire on your position. The most effective way to beat him is by a mix of stealth and quick, precise shots from your pistol or assault rifle.

Non-Lethal Reward: The Animals Camouflage pattern, which removes hand-shake when you are aiming a weapon, making it easier to land precise shots.

2. The Pain

This fight takes place in a large cave system, and The Pain is a master of hornets. He uses them for both offense and defense, creating armor around his body and even using them to throw grenades. The key to this fight is to use your surroundings. When The Pain covers himself in a swarm of bees, you can shoot at the swarm with lethal weapons or use stun grenades and smoke grenades to disperse them. If you get covered in bees, jump in the water to wash them off. In the second phase, he will use “bullet bees” that can deal massive damage. When he does, dive into the water and stay submerged until they pass. Keep a steady pressure on him, shooting when his armor is down, and he will fall.

Non-Lethal Reward: The Hornet Stripe Camouflage, which not only wards off hornets, spiders, and leeches but also allows you to tame hornets.

3. The Fear

The Fear is a master of stealth and agility, using his camouflage to blend into the forest. He will dart around at high speeds, making him incredibly difficult to spot. Your greatest advantage in this fight is your thermal goggles, which will allow you to track his heat signature even when he is camouflaged. He will also lay traps and poison arrows, so keep an eye on the ground and use your binoculars to spot them. The best strategy is to be patient, stay hidden, and wait for him to stop moving to fire a few quick, precise shots. You can also use food to lure him into the open, as his stamina depletes quickly when he uses his stealth camouflage.

Non-Lethal Reward: The Spider Camouflage, which gives you an excellent camo index in many environments but drains your stamina over time.

4. The End

This is arguably the most unique and legendary boss fight in the history of gaming. The End is a century-old sniper who will engage you in a sprawling sniper duel across three large forest areas. The fight is a tense game of wits, where you must out-snipe and out-stealth The End. Use your directional microphone to listen for his breathing and the thermal goggles to find his heat signature. When he shoots at you, his position will appear on your map, giving you a small window to find and shoot him. A great non-lethal strategy is to sneak up behind him while he is sleeping and hold him up. This will get you his legendary sniper rifle. If you are patient and methodical, you will win this battle of wills.

Non-Lethal Reward: The Mosin Nagant, a tranquilizer sniper rifle that is invaluable for the rest of your non-lethal run.

5. The Fury

This fight is a claustrophobic, high-stakes battle against a former cosmonaut with a flamethrower. The Fury will fly around a massive underground sewer system, shooting fire at you from all directions. The key to victory is to stay mobile and use the environment to your advantage. The tunnel is separated into five rows, and you can duck and roll between them to avoid the flames. Your thermal goggles are a huge help in this fight, as they allow you to see him clearly through the smoke and fire. When he stops to refuel his jetpack, he is vulnerable to your attacks. Aim for his head for a quick victory.

Non-Lethal Reward: The Fire Camouflage, which provides immunity to fire damage.

6. Colonel Volgin

The sadistic and electric Colonel Volgin is a menacing figure. The main challenge of this fight is his electrical shield, which deflects all gunfire. The key to beating him is a combination of Close Quarters Combat (CQC) and quick, precise gunplay. When he is not using his electric shield, you can run up to him and use CQC to knock him to the ground. While he is down, he is vulnerable to your weapons. Repeat this process until he is defeated. Be careful not to hold a weapon when he does his electric grab, as he will disarm you and take your ammo.

Non-Lethal Reward: The Cold War Camouflage, which makes you invisible to Soviet soldiers when you are facing them.

7. The Shagohod (First Encounter)

The first part of the Shagohod fight is a high-octane chase scene. You will be on the back of EVA’s motorcycle, and your objective is to destroy the Shagohod’s treads to stop its movement. Use your rocket launcher or RPG to destroy its treads. Once it is immobilized, EVA will drive behind it, giving you a chance to shoot its weak point, the central propeller. This is a simple, straightforward battle of firepower.

Non-Lethal Reward: None, as the Shagohod is an inanimate machine.

8. The Boss

Your final challenge is a tragic and emotional showdown against your mentor, The Boss. This fight is a true test of all your skills. She is a master of CQC, and she will disarm you and knock you down if you try to fight her up close. The best strategy is to keep your distance and use the environment to hide. This fight is all about finding her, landing a few shots with a tranquilizer pistol or the Mosin Nagant, and then quickly moving to a new location before she can retaliate. You can also use your snow camouflage to blend in with the white flowers in the final area. This is a fight that rewards patience, precision, and an intimate knowledge of the game’s mechanics. It is the perfect, emotional climax to a legendary game.

Non-Lethal Reward: The Snake Camouflage, one of the most versatile camo patterns in the game, providing a high camo index in almost any environment.