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Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid Spiritual Successor Physint Will Now Be Published by Xbox Instead of Sony
Hideo Kojima's upcoming game Physint, considered a spiritual successor to Metal Gear Solid, will now be published by Xbox instead of Sony. This partnership also includes the horror game OD and expands to film and television projects.
XBOX and KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Expand Partnership to Publish PHYSINT
Xbox and Kojima Productions have expanded their partnership to include the development and publishing of the new action-espionage game, Physint. This collaboration also extends beyond games into film and television projects, aiming to bring new stories to broader audiences.
After 43 years, Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii is making a surprise sequel to his NES murder mystery game
A sequel to Yuji Horii's 1983 murder mystery game, The Portopia Serial Murder Case, has been announced with Horii supervising as executive director. The text-based detective game, set in 1980s Kobe, will feature new characters and a new string of murders. It is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch and PC, though English language support is not yet confirmed.
Fans Are More Convinced Than Ever That Robert Pattinson Is Starring in Hideo Kojima’s Physint Game
Fans are increasingly convinced that Robert Pattinson will star in Hideo Kojima's upcoming game, Physint. This theory has gained traction due to Pattinson's recent acclaimed film performances, fueling hype for Kojima's next project.
Hideo Kojima is "envious" of 21-year-old Backrooms director: "I made Metal Gear at 23 – but A24 didn’t get in touch with me until I was about 59"
Hideo Kojima expressed envy towards 21-year-old director Kane Parsons for his success with the film Backrooms, noting the age difference and the opportunities available to young filmmakers today. Kojima, who directed Metal Gear at 23, reflected on his own career path and his current work adapting Death Stranding for film with A24.
Hideo Kojima intentionally designed Metal Gear Solid's box art to look confusing and grab attention, but stores…
Hideo Kojima intentionally designed the Japanese box art for Metal Gear Solid to be vertical to pique customer curiosity, though some retailers displayed it horizontally. The article also mentions other games with unique box art, like Phalanx on SNES, and notes that the US typically received different artwork than Japan and Europe.
Hideo Kojima has reviewed The Dog Stars, and it sure doesn't seem like he was a fan
Hideo Kojima shared his thoughts on Ridley Scott's film 'The Dog Stars' via X, but his typically lengthy posts about movies he enjoys were notably absent. The article suggests Kojima's uncharacteristically brief and vague commentary implies he disliked the film, a common pattern in his reviews. Despite its $80 million production cost, the movie underperformed at the box office.
Despite what some people say Hideo Kojima has not wasted his career - Reader's Feature
This reader's feature argues that Hideo Kojima has not wasted his career, highlighting the variety in his past games such as Metal Gear, Death Stranding, and the influential horror demo P.T. The author praises Kojima's risk-taking and inventiveness, expressing anticipation for his upcoming projects like Physint.
How to beat every Metal Gear Solid 4 boss
This guide provides strategies and loadout recommendations for defeating every boss in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. It details tactics for unique encounters like Laughing Octopus, Raging Raven, Crying Wolf, Vamp, Metal Gear RAY, Screaming Mantis, and Liquid Ocelot, emphasizing creative problem-solving and specific weapon usage.
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 Shares Reflective Look At “The Time He Has Left” on His 63rd Birthday
On his 63rd birthday, legendary game director Hideo Kojima reflected on the finite time he has left to create games, emphasizing his desire to focus on projects like OD and the upcoming action espionage title Physint. He acknowledged the need to reassess how he uses his time to balance his 'have to do' and 'want to do' lists, while fans anticipate his future works including Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.
Opening Night Live 2026 time and how to watch – Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, and more have already been confirmed to appear
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will feature new looks at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC. The two-hour showcase will also include updates on Silent Hill Townfall, Gears of War: E-Day, and Exodus, airing on August 25th.
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 Creator Says He Has More Ideas Than Ever But Less Time Left to Make Them
Hideo Kojima, the creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, reflected on turning 63 and expressed that he has many more game ideas than time left to create them. He discussed his desire to continue making games in the remaining years of his life.
Konami president says "reboots" of Metal Gear, Castlevania, and Silent Hill are "important initiatives" for the company going forward
Konami president Hideki Hayakawa stated that reboots of existing intellectual properties such as Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Suikoden are important business initiatives. While the company is focused on these established franchises, it also aims to create entirely new genres and works. This announcement comes after a period of fan dissatisfaction and a recent resurgence in well-received remakes and new titles for these series.
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.
