Renowned game creator Hideo Kojima has disclosed that his new project, Physint, is a nod to fans who have been clamoring for another installment of the beloved Metal Gear series. Although Kojima has spent valuable time establishing the Death Stranding IP with his Kojima Studios, he ultimately heeded the call of fans following a personal health scare, setting out to craft an action-espionage title.
In a recent installment of HideoTube, Kojima shared his creative journey since branching out as an independent developer. His initial venture culminated in the creation of Death Stranding and its sequel Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. Nevertheless, fan appeals for a new Metal Gear game continued unabated over the past eight years. Kojima’s own health crisis in 2020, requiring surgery amidst the pandemic, caused a profound shift in his thought process:
“So why did I decide to make this? Well, first off, because I became independent, I wanted to do something new with my own IP. So to challenge myself, I first made Death Stranding. Then, to create a franchise, I made Death Stranding 2. And I wanted to do something even newer, so I started working on OD. And since then, there have been a lot of new ideas. But in the last eight years, every day on social media, from users all around the world, people have been asking me to create another Metal Gear and stuff like that.”
“Then, I fell ill in 2020. It was also during the pandemic, so I was sick and isolated during all of it. I even had surgery. And I thought, ‘I can’t anymore.’ I was at my lowest and felt like I couldn’t go back to making games. I wrote a will, too. And in that moment, I realized that people die. But, I turned 60 last year. I’ll turn 70 in ten years. I hope to never retire. Having said that, if the users desire it so much, I thought I should change my priorities a bit. I still want to do new things, but I decided to make an action espionage game.”
Kojima describes Physint as an immersive experience that blurs the line between gaming and film, suggesting it will be difficult to distinguish from a movie when someone observes the gameplay. This might tie in with the glimpse of the Columbia Pictures set seen in the game’s teaser. Other specifics of the game remain under wraps, yet more details are expected in due course.
In addition to Physint, the latest HideoTube broadcast also shed light on Death Stranding 2. Kojima mentions graphical enhancements beyond those seen in the State of Play trailer and emphasizes that while the assets are prepared, they still require assembly. Confirming the trailer’s hints, it appears Sam will venture beyond American soil to extend the Chiral Network, with Fragile’s new faction Drawbridge handling connections in non-UCA regions.
Curiosity has also been piqued by the mysterious puppet companion in the trailer, which is a portrayal of German director Faith Akin. This character is poised to keep Sam company during his deliveries.
FAQ Section
What is Physint?
Physint is Hideo Kojima’s upcoming project that satisfies fans’ desire for an action espionage game reminiscent of the Metal Gear series.
How did Kojima’s illness influence the creation of Physint?
Kojima felt compelled to revisit the idea of creating an action espionage game that fans have been requesting, following his illness and surgery in 2020.
Will Physint be like watching a movie?
Yes, Kojima aims to make Physint a cinematic experience, akin to watching a film.
Are there more details about Death Stranding 2?
Yes, the game will feature improved graphics, and the narrative will explore territories outside of America, with a character modeled after Faith Akin.
When will more information about Physint be revealed?
While no specific date has been given, Kojima promises that more details will be shared in the future.
Conclusion
Hideo Kojima’s latest endeavor, Physint, draws inspiration from his illustrious past with Metal Gear while promising a boundary-pushing fusion of gameplay and cinema. While details are sparse, anticipation is high. Kojima’s commitment to innovation, combined with his respect for fan requests, suggests that Physint might just be the game Metal Gear enthusiasts have been waiting for. Meanwhile, Death Stranding 2 continues to intrigue with hints of its wider narrative scope and enigmatic new characters.