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The 10 best Metal Gear games of all time
This article ranks the 10 best games in the Metal Gear stealth action series, considering its almost 40-year history. It highlights Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater as the greatest game, followed by the original Metal Gear Solid and Metal Gear Solid 2. Recent releases like Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 2 are also mentioned.
Hideo Kojima wants to 'continue to focus on making games' at 63, even as 'the time I have decreases'
Hideo Kojima, at 63, reflects on the decreasing time he has versus his increasing desire to create games. Despite his age, he intends to continue focusing on game development, mentioning the upcoming 40th anniversary of his game-making career and the 10th anniversary of Kojima Productions. He plans an exhibition in Tokyo to celebrate these milestones.
Games Inbox: Will the new The Witcher 3 DLC be worth getting?
Readers discuss upcoming DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and the potential for a new trilogy, alongside concerns about CD Projekt's multiple ongoing projects. Other topics include Hideo Kojima's game design choices, the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection, and a boycott against Sony's digital-only game policies for the PlayStation 5, with discussions on Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks and the possibility of a Hot Coffee-style minigame.
Hideo Kojima Says He’s Aware Of His Mortality As He Celebrates 63rd Birthday
Game designer Hideo Kojima celebrated his 63rd birthday by reflecting on his mortality and the increasing need to balance his 'have to do' and 'want to do' lists. He reaffirmed his commitment to creating games, with projects like Physint and OD in development, and noted that 2026 will mark his 40th anniversary in game development and the 10th anniversary of Kojima Productions.
Hideo Kojima wants to keep making new video games as he turns 63 years old
Hideo Kojima, celebrating his 63rd birthday, has reaffirmed his dedication to game development, stating he has no immediate plans to retire. He expressed a desire to continue creating games, despite the increasing number of ideas and decreasing time. Kojima is currently working on the horror game OD and the stealth action title Physint, with OD utilizing Xbox cloud technology and Physint being a spiritual successor to the Metal Gear series.
"I want to keep pouring my energy into game creation going forward" - Hideo Kojima still wants to make games even at 63
Hideo Kojima, director of Death Stranding and Metal Gear Solid, celebrated his 63rd birthday and expressed his continued dedication to game creation. Despite his age, Kojima stated he wants to keep pouring energy into making games and is looking forward to continued support from fans. He is currently working on projects like the horror game OD and the stealth action game Physint at Kojima Productions.
As Hideo Kojima turns 63, the Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding creator says "I would like to remain focused on creating games" despite the interest in movies
Hideo Kojima, creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, celebrated his 63rd birthday by reaffirming his commitment to game development despite interest in film projects. He emphasized the need to manage his time effectively as he continues to work on upcoming titles like OD and Physint, and acknowledged his 40th career anniversary in 2026.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 predictions: 5 games we'd like to see
This article predicts five games that could be featured at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, including potential reveals or updates for Fable, The Witcher 4, Resident Evil Veronica, Hideo Kojima's OD, and Persona 6. It also mentions confirmed trailers for Silent Hill Townfall and Gears of War: E-Day.
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots review
This review examines the PC Master Collection port of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, praising its improved 4K resolution and 60 fps performance over the original PlayStation 3 release. While the game's second half is criticized for pacing issues and excessive cutscenes, the first half is lauded for its intricate stealth gameplay and Hideo Kojima's unique storytelling.
No shade Sony, but Hideo Kojima is celebrating his love of physical discs with a new limited edition version of my…
Hideo Kojima's Kojima Productions has collaborated with audio brand km5 to release a limited edition CD player inspired by Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. The neon orange Cp1 features Bluetooth 5.3, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a design reminiscent of the game's BB Pod. This release celebrates the enduring appeal of physical media, even as Sony potentially scales back its disc production.
Hideo Kojima's got his hands on a wireless CD player in this latest limited edition collaboration
Hideo Kojima has unveiled a limited edition Death Stranding 2-themed CD player, a collaboration with km5. This Bluetooth 5.3 enabled disc spinner features a translucent orange aesthetic and will retail for $199, with a standard version available for $159.
Hideo Kojima is a "genius," OD star Hunter Schafer says: "We just did mocap not too long ago"
Actress Hunter Schafer revealed she recently performed motion capture for Hideo Kojima's upcoming horror game OD, calling the experience her first time doing mocap and praising Kojima as a "genius." Schafer also shared her positive experiences playing The Last of Us Part 2 and Journey. This update comes as OD is expected to receive more information around The Game Awards.
Rockstar Games and GTA co-founder chimes in on the raging physical games debate: "If people want that, companies should provide it"
Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser and writer Lazlow Jones have weighed in on the debate surrounding physical versus digital game releases. Houser stated that if consumers want physical copies, companies should provide them, while Jones expressed appreciation for the convenience of digital downloads on devices like the Steam Deck. Both acknowledged the value of physical media, drawing parallels to their current work in comic books.
Hideo Kojima cameos in Japanese cop show, but his appearance was altered because he looked "too young" despite…
Hideo Kojima made a cameo appearance as the Commissioner General of the National Police Agency in the Japanese crime drama Vivant. His appearance was digitally altered to make him look younger and remove his beard, as per the show's creative decisions. Kojima is currently working on new games including O.D. and Physint.
Hideo Kojima isn't planning to blast off to space yet because he doesn't want to rush to his "ultimate dream," so he'll "keep on making games" for now
Hideo Kojima stated that while he still dreams of going to space and making movies, he intends to continue making video games for the foreseeable future. He believes that achieving smaller goals along the way is more fulfilling than immediately reaching one's ultimate dream. Kojima Productions is his current development studio.
Hideo Kojima's worked out exactly how he wants to die: Kicking the popcorn bucket
Hideo Kojima, the creator of Metal Gear and Death Stranding, has shared his thoughts on how he wishes to die, stating he wants to pass away in a movie theater just as a film is about to begin. Kojima, who is known for his deep passion for cinema, sees this as a fitting end given his lifelong obsession with movies, which he describes as making up 70% of his being.
Metal Gear Solid Creator Hideo Kojima Quips That He Wants to Die in a Movie Theater, Just as the Film Itself Is About to Start
Veteran game director and film enthusiast Hideo Kojima expressed a desire to pass away in a movie theater just as a film is about to begin. Kojima, known for his cinematic approach to game development, shared this personal anecdote.
Hideo Kojima Reveals How He Wants To Die
Hideo Kojima, creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, shared his unconventional wish to die in a movie theater just before a film begins. This sentiment reflects his deep passion for cinema, which he often states makes up a significant part of his being. Kojima is also involved in the upcoming horror game OD with Jordan Peele and declined to direct the Death Stranding movie.
I'm obsessed with Greek mythology, so here are 4 games I recommend playing after watching The Odyssey
This article recommends four video games for players interested in Greek mythology after watching the film The Odyssey. The selections include Hades 2, Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, and Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, each offering different thematic connections to the epic tale.
The Descent - how game devs learned to love ladders
This article explores the complex history and design considerations of ladders in video games, from early problematic implementations to modern, nuanced approaches. Developers like Arkane Austin and Hideo Kojima have experimented with ladders as both gameplay mechanics and narrative tools, highlighting how even simple elements can significantly impact player experience and game design.
