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Gaming News July 2, 2026, 11:15 PMHideo Kojima, the renowned game developer, is once again at the center of discussion as his 2021 warning about the end of physical media resurfaces in light of Sony's recent announcement: the company will stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games starting January 2028. Kojima's concerns about the future of ownership in a digital-only world have gained renewed relevance as the industry moves away from physical formats.
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Gaming News July 1, 2026, 02:19 AMHideo Kojima's highly anticipated horror game OD remains in development at Kojima Productions with Xbox publishing support, despite widespread restructuring and cuts within Microsoft's gaming division. According to recent media reports, OD has not been affected by the current plans to downsize or reboot Xbox's internal studios, and the project is considered "safe" for now in the midst of company changes. The game was officially announced at the end of 2023 and is being developed using Microsoft's cloud technologies.
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Gaming News June 22, 2026, 09:37 PMHideo Kojima has revealed new details and a fresh screenshot for OD, his upcoming single-player horror game created in collaboration with filmmaker Jordan Peele. The project, which aims to deliver a "new type of horror," features Sophia Lillis, Hunter Schafer, and the late Udo Kier in leading roles. Kier was scanned for the game before his passing in November 2025, ensuring his digital likeness will appear in the final release.
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Gaming News June 8, 2026, 03:35 PMVideos have surfaced online that allegedly show gameplay footage from OD: Knock, the mysterious horror project from Hideo Kojima being developed by Kojima Productions in partnership with Xbox Game Studios.
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“Just say the lines”: Snake’s voice actor admits he didn’t fully understand Metal Gear’s story while recording
Gaming News April 27, 2026, 01:52 AMDavid Hayter — the iconic voice of Snake in the Metal Gear Solid series for nearly two decades — revealed something unexpected in an interview with the Fall Damage podcast: he didn’t always understand what he was saying. -
Hideo Kojima met with Asha Sharma at the Xbox office, where she presented the developer with a strange box
Gaming News April 22, 2026, 03:21 PMGame designer Hideo Kojima arrived at the Microsoft office, where he met with Xbox executives Asha Sharma and Matt Booty. -
Gaming News April 18, 2026, 04:03 PMIn an interview ahead of the BAFTA Game Awards 2026, Troy Baker once again spoke about Hideo Kojima — this time focusing on his creative future. According to the actor, who played Higgs in both Death Stranding titles, the director is far from running out of ideas.
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Gaming News April 15, 2026, 02:40 AMTroy Baker, who played the villain Higgs in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (and in the first game), shared his thoughts in an interview about Hideo Kojima’s philosophy — and how it differs from most modern games. He explained that Kojima isn’t trying to simply entertain.
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Gaming News April 13, 2026, 12:51 PMKojima Productions Studio is actively working on a new tactical action movie Physint. The authors are already looking for an actor similar to Mads Mikkelsen from Hannibal to play the villain, IGM reports.
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“It’s exactly what entertainment is for”: Kojima explains why he includes obscure music in his games
Gaming News April 8, 2026, 01:14 AMHideo Kojima is known not only for his games, but also for filling them with references to films, music, and literature that most players have never even heard of. In a recent interview, he explained why he does this deliberately — and why he sees it as part of his mission. -
Gaming News March 30, 2026, 03:05 PMThe PC release of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has helped Hideo Kojima’s game surpass 2 million copies sold.
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“I wanted players to reach the end”: Kojima made Death Stranding 2 easier after criticism of the first game
Gaming News March 25, 2026, 02:35 AMHideo Kojima, while developing Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, gave his team a clear directive — make sure more players actually finish the game. But how did that turn out? -
Movies and TV Series February 15, 2026, 03:54 PMHideo Kojima (Metal Gear, Death Stranding) has watched the crime thriller Crime 101 and shared his thoughts on social media. The legendary game director called the film “excellent” and “deeply satisfying.”
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“Without Him the Industry Wouldn’t Be the Same”: Kojima, Todd Howard and Phil Spencer Honor Vince Zampella
Gaming News February 12, 2026, 03:35 AMAt the DICE Summit in Las Vegas on February 11, the memorial event “Remembering a Titan: Vince Zampella” was held to honor the legacy of legendary developer Vince Zampella (Vince Zampella). Zampella died in a car accident on December 21, 2025, at the age of 55. -
Gaming News February 9, 2026, 05:31 PMLegendary Japanese game designer Hideo Kojima has once again stirred up excitement among fans on his X page, posting a photo that appears to be a frame from an upcoming trailer. This is actually his second such tease—the first was shared just last week.
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Gaming News February 6, 2026, 04:46 AMGame designer Hideo Kojima has shared his reaction after watching Hamnet, a new drama centered on the family of William Shakespeare. The creator of Metal Gear and Death Stranding attended a special screening and spoke in glowing terms about the work of director Chloé Zhao.
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Gaming News February 6, 2026, 02:17 AMHideo Kojima has once again fueled fan speculation with a single, cryptic post. The developer shared a photo from his studio showing him at an editing desk, captioned: “Editing for the first time in… eight months?” No further details — but that was more than enough for the community to start theorizing.
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Movies and TV Series January 25, 2026, 04:37 PMLegendary game creator Hideo Kojima has shared his thoughts on the second season of Hijack — and he’s clearly thrilled. In a social media post, Kojima said the first season was so strong that he immediately moved on to season two.
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Movies and TV Series January 7, 2026, 03:42 AMHideo Kojima shared his list of the best films of 2025. The selection includes both high-profile hits — such as the horror film Heretic starring Hugh Grant and the thriller Sinners by Black Panther director Ryan Coogler — as well as European auteur cinema, including the Danish drama The Girl with the Needle.
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Movies and TV Series January 4, 2026, 04:35 PMGame designer Hideo Kojima commented on the conclusion of the series Stranger Things, sharing a personal message on social media. According to him, the project held special significance, as it coincided with a major turning point in his life — in 2016, he transitioned to independent creative work and began to view streaming services in a new light as a medium.
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