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One of the most defining mechanics in MGS Delta: Snake Eater is its camouflage system. Blending into the environment is more than just a visual trick—it’s the key to survival, stealth, and sometimes even unlocking hidden rewards. With dozens of camo patterns and face paints scattered across the story, players who explore carefully will be rewarded with everything from simple disguises to powerful gear that can give them a huge advantage on harder difficulties.
Whether you’re chasing achievements like “A Snake Has Many Skins” or just want to experiment with different looks and strategies, knowing where to find each camo and face paint is essential. Below, we’ll break down every unlock, from early-game basics to postgame exclusives.
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MGS Delta: Snake Eater – All Camo Pattern Locations
There are a staggering 61 camouflage patterns to collect in Metal Gear Solid Delta. While some are unlocked by default, many require sharp eyes, non-lethal boss fights, or full game completions. Keep in mind that Stealth and AT-Camo aren’t required for the main trophy, but they are essential if you’re aiming for 100%.
| Camo Pattern | Location / Unlock Condition |
|---|---|
| Naked | Unlocked by default |
| Olive Drab | Unlocked by default |
| Tiger Stripe | Unlocked by default |
| Leaf | Unlocked by default |
| Tree Bark | Unlocked by default |
| Squares | Unlocked by default |
| Black | Unlocked by default |
| Choco Chip | Bolshaya Past South – inside a hollow tree stump near the western exit, past the final electric fence |
| Splitter | Bolshaya Past South – ledge along the eastern edge before the final electric fence |
| Raindrop | Dolinovodno – small cavern under the rope bridge |
| Water | Bolshaya Past Base – roof of the central building |
| Snow | Chyornaya Peschera Cave – crawl through a gap after collecting the M37 shotgun |
| Animals | Chyornaya Peschera Cave Branch – defeat Ocelot non-lethally |
| Hornet Stripe | Chyornaya Peschera Cave – defeat The Pain non-lethally |
| Spider | Graniny Gorki South – defeat The Fear non-lethally |
| Moss | Sokrovenno – sneak up on The End and hold him up |
| Fire | Groznyj Grad Underground Tunnel – defeat The Fury non-lethally |
| Spirit | During The Sorrow encounter – touch the corpse and revive with the Revival Pill |
| Cold War | Groznyj Grad – defeat Volgin non-lethally |
| Snake | Rokovoj Bereg – defeat The Boss non-lethally |
| GA-KO | Chyornyj Prud – shallow water near the eastern edge |
| Fly | Graniny Gorki Lab 2F – bathroom stall (CQC to knock door) |
| Desert Tiger | Complete the game |
| DPM | Complete the game |
| Flecktarn | Complete the game |
| AUSCAM | Complete the game |
| Banana | Complete the game |
| Grenade | Complete the game |
| Mummy | Complete the game |
| Santa Claus | Complete the game |
| St. Valentine | Complete the game |
| Former East Germany | Complete the game |
| Former West Germany | Complete the game |
| Soviet Woodland | Complete the game |
| Urban Tiger | Complete the game |
| KLMK | Complete the game |
| Rainbow | Complete the game |
| Chameleon | Complete the game |
| Barracuda | Complete the game |
| Festival | Complete the game |
| Dododo | Complete the game |
| Rock | Complete the game |
| Watersnake | Complete the game |
| Night Desert | Complete the game |
| Swamp | Complete the game |
| Flower | Complete the game |
| Anubis | Complete the game |
| Scientist | Story progression |
| Officer | Story progression |
| Maintenance | Groznyj Grad Weapons Lab (2F locker) – after The Sorrow |
| Sneaking | Groznyj Grad Weapons Lab (Raikov’s locker) – after The Sorrow |
| Sneaking Suit PW Ver. | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
| Battle Dress PW Ver. | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
| Tuxedo | Complete the game |
| White Tuxedo | Complete the game |
| Crocodile Suit | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
| Naked Woodland | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
| Naked Ammunition Belt | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
| Gold | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
| Stealth | Shoot all 64 Kerotan frogs OR complete the game with zero alerts |
| AT-Camo | Shoot all 64 GA-KO ducks |
Once the credits roll, things don’t slow down. Postgame rewards like Desert Tiger, Flecktarn, Banana, Mummy, Santa Claus, Festival, and many more flood your inventory, making a second playthrough even more entertaining.
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MGS Delta: Snake Eater – All Face Paint Locations
On top of camo patterns, 25 face paints are available to further customize Snake’s look and tactical advantage. Just like uniforms, some are given automatically, while others demand exploration or clever strategies.
| Face Paint | How to Unlock / Location |
|---|---|
| No Paint | Unlocked by default |
| Mask | Unlocked by default |
| Woodland | Unlocked by default |
| Splitter | Unlocked by default |
| Black | Unlocked by default |
| Zombie | Rassvet – behind two barrels in the back corner along the fence |
| Oyama | Graniny Gorki Lab 1F – inside the vent entrance hidden by tall grass (left side of the building) |
| Desert | Ponizovje Warehouse – near a red door on the left side of the bottom floor |
| Snow | Bolshaya Past Base – trenches underneath a wooden walkway |
| Water | Ponizovje South – at the end of the river leading to The Pain’s cave (only appears after obtaining the keycard in Graniny Gorki) |
| Kabuki | Tikhogornyj – bottom of the deep pool at the base of the waterfall |
| Soviet Union | Complete the game |
| UK | Complete the game |
| France | Complete the game |
| German | Complete the game |
| Italy | Complete the game |
| Spain | Complete the game |
| Sweden | Complete the game |
| Japan | Complete the game |
| USA | Complete the game |
| Green | Complete the game |
| Brown | Complete the game |
| Infinity | Complete the game while carrying a live Tsuchinoko in your inventory |
| Glasses | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
| Sunglasses | Paid DLC / Digital Deluxe bonus |
Like camo, most of the national flag face paints—such as USA, Japan, France, Germany, Spain, and others—are rewards for completing the game, letting Snake represent nations with style.
Why Camouflage Matters in MGS Delta
Every camo pattern and face paint isn’t just for show. Many directly affect Snake’s camouflage index, determining how easily enemies can spot you. Others grant unique gameplay benefits like infinite stamina recovery or bonus utility in combat. And of course, they also give you a chance to show off Snake’s personality and style across different runs.
Play, Experiment, Repeat
The beauty of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is that no two playthroughs ever feel the same. Thanks to its extensive camouflage and face paint system, you’re constantly encouraged to experiment, replay, and adapt your strategies. Whether you want to go full stealth ninja, dress Snake in quirky postgame outfits, or challenge yourself with non-lethal boss runs, the game gives you the tools to do it.
So if you’re aiming to master Snake Eater, keep this guide close. The jungles are full of secrets, and with every new camo and face paint you unlock, you’ll find yourself sinking deeper into the legendary stealth experience that made Metal Gear Solid unforgettable.
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