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Hideo Kojima's Physint Casting Call Hints At New Details
Hideo Kojima's upcoming action-espionage game, Physint, has revealed new details through a casting call for its internal codename 'Shimmer'. The casting seeks various roles including a villain described as a 'psychotic' and 'cold killer' with a German accent, reminiscent of Mads Mikkelsen's Hannibal. The game is expected to release around 2030 or 2031, likely for the PlayStation 6, and marks Kojima's return to the genre that defined his career with the Metal Gear series.
"Mads Mikkelsen in Hannibal but with flair" - Casting calls for Hideo Kojima's new PlayStation-published spy game Physint give new clues about what to expect
Hideo Kojima's upcoming PlayStation-published spy game, codenamed 'Shimmer' internally and officially titled Physint, is reportedly seeking a villain inspired by Mads Mikkelsen's Hannibal Lecter. Recent casting calls also reveal details about other characters and a potential hijacked bus scenario, hinting at an action thriller influence. Kojima Productions is moving towards full production on the espionage title.
Physint Casting Details Include Villain That’s “Mads Mikkelsen in Hannibal But With Flair” – Rumor
Rumors suggest that the PlayStation-exclusive game Physint, directed by Hideo Kojima, may feature Mads Mikkelsen as an antagonistic character with a German accent, described as "Mads Mikkelsen in Hannibal but with flair." Casting calls have reportedly emerged for the role, indicating that production is underway for the stealth action title, which is expected to be a major focus for Kojima Productions in 2026 alongside the Xbox-exclusive OD.
