When speaking in a recent interview, Shigenobu Matsuyama had this to say, according to PSExtreme:

”But hardware constraints we are sometimes annoying. But the problem we have in the PS3 console and power top the console allows us to make our best game. So it is natural that the PS3 version is better than the other two versions.”

Obviously, the translation isn’t perfect there but you can clearly pick out the quote at the end where he says ‘the PS3 version is better than the other two versions’. He explained that this conclusion was due to the hardware restrictions on the Xbox 360 console, but we’re pretty sure there may be other factors which decide what platform has the best version.

For instance, don’t forget that this game will be handled by Kojima Productions, headed by lead man Hideo Kojima himself. It’s no secret that he’s a big fan of the PS3 console, as he and his team have been creating Metal Gear games for years with the only intention of delivering it using Sony’s PS3 hardware.

While it’s obviously good news that Xbox 360 owners are getting a Metal Gear Solid game, how would you feel if you end up getting a below par version of the game? One thing we’ve noticed though, is that the translated site has quoted CVG for their information, but they failed to provide a source. We’ve taken a look at CVG’s site and there isn’t any Metal Gear Solid Rising article in sight. Just something to bear in mind, while you digest this information.

Let us know your thoughts on this PS3 and Xbox 360 owners.

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As reported from VG247, the information has surfaced from GameStop, as an early listing for the game has showed up online, perhaps revealing the possible release date a little earlier than Konami had hoped.

According to their page, Metal Gear Solid: Rising will be releasing on July 3rd in the US, which falls on a Sunday – not the usual release day of Tuesday. Interestingly, the information is still online on their website – view it here if you want to see it.

Of course, it’s not the first time that leaked release dates have appeared online at GameStop before a publisher announces it officially. Another thing to point out for Metal Gear fans, is that GameStop are also usually spot on when it comes to posting online launch dates.

As an Xbox 360 or PS3 owner planning to get the game next year, what are your thoughts on the date? Is July 3rd earlier than you had expected? Hopefully we hear from Konami soon regarding this. Don’t be too surprised if the date is pulled later on today.

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As reported from TheSixthAxis, the box art for the Xbox 360 version of the game shows main character Raiden in a flashy new suit and holding up what looks to be a mechanical spinal chord.

The box art also appeared at the official Xbox 360 website here, but it was taken down soon after. Luckily, it was saved before then, so check it out below and let us know your thoughts on it.

The game is expected to be detailed properly at E3 2010. You can also look forward to a new trailer to come during the event.

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