Oliver Sykes’s passion for Brazil and video games is no secret. Married to Brazilian model Alissa Salls, with a Brazilian tax ID and address, he recently became a father to two babies who received very special names. The children of Ollie and Alissa, born in July 2025, were named Grey and Zélia, with the boy’s name being a clear tribute to Metal Gear Solid.
Beyond the First Name, the Baby’s Surname Also Caught Attention
Recently, the singer and frontman for the band Bring Me the Horizon, shared a photo of the babies and their birth certificate, confirming the children’s registration. What caught attention was the twin’s name, “Grey Fox Silva Sykes,” which, in addition to carrying one of the most popular surnames among Brazilian families, also references a character from Metal Gear Solid, one of the singer’s favorite game series.
In the game’s plot, “Grey Fox” is the codename for Frank Jaeger, a mercenary who was once part of FOXHOUND and a companion to Solid Snake during the Outer Heaven revolt. Despite their partnership, he ends up facing his former comrade while reinforcing his loyalty to Big Boss.
The connection between Oliver and the Metal Gear series is a long-standing one. In several interviews, he has mentioned the franchise, even revealing that Metal Gear Solid was the reason he began to appreciate games and recognize their plots and productions as “a true form of art.”
Despite this connection, the singer and his wife have not officially confirmed that their son’s name is a tribute to the Hideo Kojima game, leaving fans even more intrigued to discover the true origin of the choice behind the name of little “Grey Fox Silva Sykes.”
A New Release: Metal Gear Solid Delta
For those, like Oliver Sykes, who are fans of the Metal Gear Solid franchise, the announcement of a new game is big news, especially at such a special time for the Bring Me The Horizon vocalist. Konami, the game’s developer, has confirmed the release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a remake of the acclaimed 2004 title. It promises to be a faithful and surprising recreation of the original. The game will be released on August 29 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, bringing fans back to the universe of tactical espionage and action that defined a generation of gamers.
Despite the approaching date, the details released so far are already exciting fans. The production is focused on maintaining the essence of Snake Eater, preserving the audio, plot, and all the elements that made the game a success. The main difference will be the visual leap, with next-generation graphics created in Unreal Engine 5, providing an immersive and visually stunning experience. This will allow both veterans and new players to relive Snake’s adventure with a quality never before seen.
Oliver Sykes’s connection to the Metal Gear Solid series goes far beyond a simple tribute like naming his son. He has mentioned in various interviews that the franchise helped him see games as an art form. The release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater reinforces the series’ legacy and the influence it continues to have on pop culture and, apparently, even on baby names.
