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Metal Gear Solid's Snake actor wants Konami to continue the series, even if Hideo Kojima isn't involved
Akio Otsuka, the Japanese voice actor for Snake in the Metal Gear Solid series, believes Konami should develop a new installment even without Hideo Kojima's involvement. Otsuka, who previously stated he wouldn't return without Kojima, has changed his mind for the sake of the fans and Kojima's current focus on his own projects like Death Stranding and Physint.
Physint is a “Different Kind of Spy Action,” Says Kojima, and Its Plot is “Ready”
Hideo Kojima revealed new details about his upcoming game, Physint, now published by Xbox after PlayStation withdrew. He described it as a "different kind of spy action" and confirmed the plot is ready, with filming set to begin next year. Kojima also discussed casting Bill Skarsgård as the protagonist and the importance of actor chemistry, noting the game marks his 40th anniversary in the industry.
Xbox Is Paying A Lot Less Than Normal For Kojima’s Physint, Possibly Under $200 Million – Report
Xbox is reportedly paying significantly less than typical for Hideo Kojima's new game, Physint, with figures possibly under $200 million, a stark contrast to earlier rumors of a $400 million Sony deal. Sony reportedly dropped the project due to budget and delays, while Xbox's agreement also includes film and TV rights. This deal, along with the horror game OD, marks a new publishing partnership between Xbox and Kojima.
Physint Deal is “Substantially Below” Developing a Premium Game, Says Xbox CEO
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that the company's deal for Kojima Productions' Physint is substantially below the typical cost of developing a premium game, contradicting speculation about massive budgets. This comes after Sony reportedly dropped its publishing deal due to the game's high costs and missed deadlines, with reports suggesting Xbox's deal is a fraction of the rumored $400 million. Hideo Kojima expressed surprise at Sony's decision, while acknowledging ongoing development and potential technological support from Xbox.
Marvel’s Wolverine Is Holding Its Own Against PlayStation’s Live-Service Giants
Marvel's Wolverine has achieved commercial success despite mixed critical reception and facing competition from live-service giants. The game ranked seventh in weekly active users on PlayStation charts, indicating strong engagement for a single-player title. While its long-term commercial tail is expected to be shorter than that of Marvel's Spider-Man, brand recognition and future marketing beats are anticipated to drive continued sales.
After 5 controversial years, PS5 survival horror everyone thought Hideo Kojima was working on returns to the PlayStation Store with Death Stranding references intact
The survival horror game Abandoned has returned to the PlayStation Store after a period of controversy and speculation, despite its indefinite delay and lack of concrete release information. The game's listing now shows a 2027 release window, though its description remains sparse, fueling ongoing fan theories about its development and potential connections to Hideo Kojima.
Industry insiders and Tokyo gossip suggest Kojima is getting less money from Xbox than original PlayStation budget for…
Industry insiders suggest Hideo Kojima's new game, Physint, is being developed with Microsoft for a significantly lower budget than originally planned with Sony. While initial reports suggested figures up to $400 million, sources indicate Xbox's deal is for a 'fraction' of that amount, potentially impacting development conditions. The article also touches on rumors of a third Kojima project and the potential involvement of actors like Robert Pattinson.
Xbox is reportedly paying a "fraction" of the $400 million Kojima quoted Sony for Physint
Reports indicate that Xbox is paying significantly less than the rumored $400 million for Hideo Kojima's upcoming stealth game, Physint. Sony reportedly withdrew funding after budget and deadline issues, leading Kojima Productions to secure a deal with Xbox, which includes movie and TV licensing rights.
Achievement hunters: Can you identify the games these milestones are from?
This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify video games based on their achievement descriptions. It includes 17 questions covering a variety of titles and encourages players to share their favorite or most dreaded achievements.
Kojima Productions' survival story may sound strikingly familiar to struggling devs
Hideo Kojima revealed that Kojima Productions faced a significant funding crisis for its game Physint after Sony Interactive Entertainment withdrew support. The studio secured a new deal with Microsoft's Xbox, avoiding layoffs and continuing development. This situation highlights the broader financial struggles and funding challenges faced by many developers in the current industry climate.
Wolverine Dev Denies Using GenAI After Weird-Looking In-Game Sign Discovered
Insomniac Games has denied using generative AI for assets in Marvel's Wolverine following the discovery of a peculiar in-game bathroom sign. Community and marketing director James Stevenson clarified it was a "UV map bug" with a fix in development. While Insomniac used machine-learning for Spider-Man 2, AI-generated assets are reportedly not being used in Wolverine.
Hideo Kojima doesn't know if Physint will be released on PS5, and he hasn't decided if it's going to use Sony's Decima game engine
Hideo Kojima has revealed that the platform release for his upcoming game Physint is undecided, with the decision resting with Xbox, who are now publishing the title after Sony's withdrawal. Kojima is also still experimenting with game engines for Physint, considering Xbox's technological support and the possibility of using Unreal Engine 5, despite previous use of Sony's Decima engine for Death Stranding.
Kojima says his Sony split was amicable and they both still love us very much
Kojima Productions has issued a statement to address rumors about the development of their upcoming game, Physint, and their relationships with Sony and Xbox. The studio confirmed that while their relationship with Sony remains strong, the development of Physint is continuing with Xbox, and they are in a healthy, profitable state.
"I thought people would leave": Hideo Kojima offers his account of Physint's switch from PlayStation to Xbox, as his studio insist they're in a "healthy, profitable state"
Hideo Kojima and Kojima Productions have detailed their account of the action espionage game Physint switching publishers from Sony Interactive Entertainment to Microsoft. Kojima stated that Sony informed him they could no longer fund the project, a decision he found shocking. The studio has also issued a statement refuting claims of financial instability and asserting that development for Physint continues with Xbox, while their relationship with PlayStation remains strong.
Hideo Kojima clarifies split with Sony over Physint
Hideo Kojima has addressed speculation regarding his studio's relationship with Sony and the development of his upcoming game, Physint. He clarified that the split was not due to budget issues or missed deadlines, stating that Kojima Productions is profitable and development for Physint continues with Xbox as the publisher, while maintaining a strong relationship with PlayStation.
Hideo Kojima doesn't know if Physint will release on PlayStation after Xbox picked up publishing duties, and hasn't "decided" if he'll use the Sony-owned Decima engine, either
Hideo Kojima has stated that the upcoming game Physint, now being published by Xbox Game Studios, has not yet decided on its game engine. He also expressed uncertainty about whether the game will still release on PlayStation platforms following the shift in publishing.
Physint budget and deadline issues are "unsubstantiated speculation," Kojima Productions says, and "our relationship with PlayStation remains strong" despite having to go to Xbox
Kojima Productions has issued a statement refuting reports that Sony canceled its upcoming game Physint due to budget and deadline issues. The studio confirmed that Xbox will now publish the title and stated that its relationship with PlayStation remains strong, while also encouraging skepticism towards unsubstantiated online speculation.
Wolverine on PS5 is not a flop as it sells 1,900,000 copies in three days
Insomniac Games' Wolverine has sold 1.9 million copies on PlayStation 5 in its first three days, making it the year's biggest launch for Sony. While not as successful as Spider-Man 2, its sales performance is considered strong, especially given its mature rating. The game also shows a lower percentage of physical sales compared to other recent Sony titles.
Hideo Kojima "couldn't understand" why Physint "would be on the list of being cancelled" by Sony
Hideo Kojima expressed shock and surprise after Sony Interactive Entertainment unexpectedly cut funding for his upcoming game, Physint. Despite the setback, Kojima Productions, now partnered with Xbox for Physint and the horror title OD, managed to avoid layoffs and continues development. Kojima emphasized the importance of supporting independent studios.
Physint is “The Biggest Selling Title I could Possibly Create”, Says Hideo Kojima
Hideo Kojima expressed shock and surprise after Sony canceled its publishing deal for his upcoming game, Physint. Despite the setback, Kojima Productions secured a new publishing deal with Xbox for Physint and continues development on the horror project OD. Kojima reflected on his long-standing relationship with Sony but acknowledged the tough times in the game industry.
