The Tokyo Game Show 2014 has begun and although people should be buzzing about video games, most people can't stop talking about the Metal Gear Solid Chocolate Crunch bars being sold at the Konami merchandise stall. Playful and delicious, this is a product that anyone can get behind, not just avid fans of the franchise.
Although only available in one flavor, the Metal Gear Solid Chocolate Crunch bar comes in boxes of various colors including pink, yellow and brown. Inside, a person will not only be treated to some slabs of tasty treat, but also a Diamond Dogs sticker. Priced at about $6 a box, the Metal Gear Solid Chocolate Crunch bar would make a great souvenir.
Video Game-Themed Snacks
Konami's Metal Gear Solid Chocolate Crunch Sold at Tokyo Game Show 2014
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