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Hideo Kojima Returns To Night City For Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2
Hideo Kojima will make a cameo appearance as Hideyoshi Oshima in the upcoming second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, premiering on Netflix on October 20. The article also mentions Kojima's involvement in Cyberpunk 2077, his game Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, and upcoming Xbox projects OD and Physint.
Hideo Kojima might have broken up with PlayStation over Metal Gear successor Physint, but that's not stopping him from posting cryptic photos of the Sony offices
Despite recent deals with Microsoft for his upcoming games Physint and OD, Hideo Kojima was recently photographed at a Sony office, suggesting a continued relationship with the company. The article notes that Sony decided not to publish Physint due to reported deadline issues, leading Kojima to partner with Xbox.
Hideo Kojima’s New Photos Indicate He is Working With Sony on Something – Rumor
Hideo Kojima has posted photos from Sony offices, fueling rumors of a new collaboration despite Sony dropping its publishing deal for his upcoming game Physint. While Physint is now set to be published by Xbox, Kojima has praised Sony's technical expertise and hinted at future work together. Kojima Productions is also working with Xbox on the horror title OD.
Hideo Kojima Reviews The Resident Evil Movie
Hideo Kojima shared his positive review of Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie, noting its effective use of horror techniques and its ability to evoke the feeling of playing the original game. He also mentioned picking up materials for the Tom Cruise movie Digger while at the theater. The article also briefly touches on Kojima's upcoming games OD and Death Stranding.
Xbox CEO: We Must Rely On The Past, But We Cannot Rely On The Past
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma emphasized the need for Microsoft's gaming division to balance reliance on major franchises with the creation of new intellectual property for long-term survival. While acknowledging the importance of established titles like Halo and Gears of War, Sharma stressed that innovation and new IP are crucial to reaching new audiences and preventing stagnation.
Xbox boss Asha Sharma says "we will not survive" without "enduring new IP," despite being in the middle of laying off 3,200 employees and parting ways with numerous studios
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that the company "will not survive" without creating new, enduring intellectual property, despite ongoing restructuring that includes 3,200 layoffs and several studios becoming independent or having projects canceled. Sharma emphasized the need for invention and reaching new audiences, while also acknowledging the importance of backing strong franchises. The company is set to publish Hideo Kojima's upcoming games OD and Physint.
Xbox Announces New Film, TV and Entertainment Division XP, Led by Former Minecraft Studio Head
Xbox has launched a new division called XP, focused on expanding its gaming franchises into film, television, merchandise, live events, and partnerships. Led by former Minecraft studio head Kayleen Walters, the division aims to reach audiences beyond the games themselves, leveraging recent successes like the Minecraft movie and the Fallout series.
Xbox doesn't need the "console wars" – it has Hideo Kojima
Xbox is strategically leveraging its partnerships with Hideo Kojima for his upcoming games OD and Physint, turning Sony's alleged cancellation of a PlayStation exclusive into a significant gain for Xbox. This move capitalizes on Kojima's star power and fan loyalty, bolstering Xbox's image amidst its own corporate restructuring and Sony's controversial shift away from physical media.
OD is “Unusual” for Hideo Kojima, Who Wants to “Keep Quiet and Release It”
Hideo Kojima stated that his upcoming game OD is being developed with a deliberate lack of promotion, aiming for a quiet release. Despite delays due to SAG-AFTRA filming, shooting is progressing well, with full character replacements taking significant work. Xbox is publishing OD and the previously announced Physint, with Xbox CEO Asha Sharma noting OD's budget is substantially below that of a premium title.
Hideo Kojima Is Keeping OD A Mystery To Make Its Horror Hit Harder
Hideo Kojima is intentionally keeping his upcoming horror game OD shrouded in mystery to enhance the player's experience with fear. He stated on his radio show that unlike his usual marketing approach, he wants to reveal very little about OD to maximize the shock value. The game, which explores the concept of 'overdosing on fear,' is supported by Xbox and features actors Hunter Schafer and Sophia Lillis, with the late Udo Kier also appearing.
Why is Hideo Kojima so quiet about OD? "This time I don't want to reveal much," says Metal Gear and Death…
Hideo Kojima stated that despite the lack of recent news on his upcoming horror game OD, development is progressing steadily. He explained that the Screen Actors Guild strikes impacted shooting schedules, but work, including dubbing, is ongoing and expected to continue into 2027. Kojima also mentioned that Xbox was the only publisher that didn't find his pitch for OD "crazy."
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.
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.
Does Microsoft really want to save Xbox or have they already given up?
Microsoft's recent wave of job cuts within Xbox, affecting hundreds of developers, raises serious questions about the company's commitment to its gaming division. The article suggests these layoffs, coupled with studio restructuring and a lack of clear hardware strategy, indicate a potential winding down of Xbox's ambitions, possibly leading to its eventual sale as a third-party publisher.
Hideo Kojima says Xbox had "never seen" anything like Physint, which is impressive considering it was the only publisher that didn't think his OD pitch was "crazy"
Hideo Kojima stated that Xbox was highly enthusiastic about his pitch for the new action espionage game Physint, describing it as something they had never seen before. This comes after Sony reportedly dropped the project. Kojima highlighted Xbox's technical and marketing support as crucial for the game's development, noting their existing connection through the OD project.
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.
Physint Is Biggest-Selling Game Kojima Could Ever Make, He Says
Hideo Kojima's new espionage game, Physint, has moved from Sony to Xbox after reports of budget overruns and missed deadlines. Kojima believes Physint has significant commercial appeal and is the biggest-selling title he could create, inspired by fan demand for Metal Gear. The game is still in the concept phase, with a small team working on its systems and design.
Hideo Kojima Doesn’t Know If Physint Will Be Xbox Exclusive
Hideo Kojima has stated that he does not know if his new spy game, Physint, will be exclusive to Xbox, despite Sony reportedly dropping the title. Xbox is now publishing the game, and Kojima mentioned Microsoft's ambition to reach the largest possible audience. Physint, along with Kojima's horror game OD, are both in early development with no release dates announced.
"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.
