Beyond weapons, Snake has access to several gadgets and support items that aid in stealth, reconnaissance, and survival.
- Binoculars: Essential for scouting enemy positions, patrol routes, and marking targets from a distance. Available from the start.
- Thermal Goggles: Allows you to see heat signatures, revealing hidden enemies, traps, and even The Fear. Found in Graniny Gorki Lab.
- Active Sonar: Emits a pulse that reveals nearby enemies and items on your radar. Useful in dark or foggy areas.
- Motion Detector: Displays moving objects on your radar, but can be jammed by certain enemies.
- Directional Microphone: Allows you to eavesdrop on distant conversations.
- Cardboard Box: A classic Metal Gear item, perfect for hiding from guards or fast-traveling between certain points.
- Cigar: Used to pass time quickly, useful for waiting out patrols or changing the time of day.
