Konami today explained that the Nintendo 3DS version of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater will be pushed back indefinitely to 2012.

There’s no reason why it’s being pushed back or even a set release date for the game but it is assumed that the game will possibly be released during the first half of the year.

It will be tough times for Nintendo. It’s current line up is underwhelming for its handheld and not having MGS3 released before the holiday season will set certain people off from buying it. If this keeps happening with the 3DS it could go the way of Old Yeller. A bullet to the head.