Kojima Explains Theory Behind New Death Stranding Studio - IGN Exclusive

We visited Kojima Productions new Tokyo headquarters to meet Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima’s team and discover how their daily environment impacts the development of Death Stranding.
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[@RobertHarr1son]

The new Mother Base looks good

[@Icemanz666]

Outer Heaven

[@tombrearley-smith5777]

Zanzibar Land

[@DeathBringer769]

Let's fight barehanded in a minefield. You know, to celebrate.

[@DVo-fe8ew]

That's crazy, Kojima is real life Big Boss

[@natanaelrodriguez3953]

That Sony money is being well spent.

[@JAYDEE3103]

by the looks of it, splitting with konami has been a great move

[@DROIDGaming1]

I agree+

[@MisterAnonymous1000]

Jay Dee Although that may be true, I cannot deny that I am still hurt from what transpired between them and how it affected the Metal Gear franchise and Silent Hills. We will never see their true potential and that really hurts, but Death Stranding is on the horizon and Kojima seems to very pleased by what he is currently creating with his company. For that, I'm happy that he is moving on, but it is harder for me to move on considering I became a very big fan of his work only just recently. Seeing what he has accomplished in those twenty years, I can't help but think I really missed out on a beautiful era. Metal Gear literally died has I fell in love with it and I haven't been able to finish The Phantom Pain because of it.

[@crashpal]

#FuckKonami

[@YoungMachette]

It's unreal to think where this company will be in 10 years, Kojima had a one hand tied behind his back by of Konami. The amount of brain power in that office is insane.

[@OrvilleScott]

Kojima gave up on Konami. Him giving up on them is an example on how sometimes giving up is the right thing to do.

[@serberuz]

I have to say IGN. These types of videos and in depth interviews really make for great content.

[@IGN]

Thank you! We love making them. The more people discover and watch them, the more content like this we can afford to make.

[@natanaelrodriguez3953]

IGN you are doing better

[@ImTheMan0fSteel]

IGN arnt you owned in part by Rupert Murdoch? Think you're good on being able to afford interviewing someone and giving them free press for their game. Lol

[@tdya1]

GN is doing good these days

[@benjotsumal6146]

Game Informer always do these type of developer videos IGN is kinda copying them. Not saying it's bad if we have more of these instead of podcast videos and movie stuff. Just saying it's not really an original concept on their part. If you wanna see more Dev interview stuff check out Game Informers coverage videos they do a new studio everymonth but only if the studio has a new game coming out. The only problem is the videos are kinda hard to find on KZbin because they also post a ton of podcast videos

[@sebastianholmnielsen8924]

These guys are so inspiring; I would be happy to watch a 90-minute documentary about Kojima Productions *crosses fingers*

[@ali0alsser0ali]

yes definitely yes, an extended documentary about kojima prodections will be well worth it.

[@Pitchaxistheorem]

Oh yes yes!

[@moribund18]

Me too

[@ryuuzaky007]

Yes, someone should do it.

[@yea-pn9fr]

I come from the future. Getting the Death Stranding Deluxe or Collector's Edition will come with a behind the scenes film on the game. Hopefully we'll get to see more of Kojima Productions' office

[@Chavez96PR]

Love kojima's work and passion to create masterpieces

[@panzerfaust187]

Chavez96PR he is the quentin tarantino of video games!

[@pilot4456]

no quentin tarantino is the kojima of movies!

[@CNWhatImSaiyan]

Konami: "Who?"

[@mathewyoungblood2357]

I think we will really see Kojima's best work now that hes in complete control.

[@RejectedManiac]

He's actually issued a thank you to Konami for always being in control from the start. Seems he's always been in control when it came to his games.

[@sr.bootsnpants664]

Unfortunately it'll take years before a Kojima game arrives. We'll all be dead by the time death stranding 2 or any other highly anticipated game comes out.

[@ruggie.74]

Genetic control, information control, emotion control, battlefield control…everything is monitored and kept under control.

[@0bennett047]

I bet when kojima was with konami it was nothing like this new studio. Probably very strict and emotionless, and this is why he's putting emphasis on closeness and family.

[@Blueissuperior]

Bennett Jacobsen yeah it was a normal office cubicle building

[@DragoncafsDC]

Bennett Jacobsen Actually Geoff Keighley recently talked about the last months of The Phantom Pain's development: "He was locked in a separate room on a different floor than his development team for the final six months of development. He couldn't even talk to them - he had to talk through someone else. That's how that game was finished." www.destructoid.com/hideo-kojima-s-last-months-with-konami-may-have-been-worse-than-we-thought-402418.phtml

[@mastermiller2804]

That is just plain brutal, but I bet he will be able to express his emotions better now that he is unshackled¨. They also say "creativity often comes with suffering", or something along those lines, I bet this will benefit the production of Death Stranding.

[@newclouds544]

Bennett Jacobsen you took the words straight out of my mouth, and he's company is lit

[@juliashenandoah3965]

And that`s exactly a good studio and company should work and will get the most enthusiasm and power and creativity of their workers, when being the opposite of STRICT and HARD and EMOTIONLESS!

[@solidneo9026]

great video , good job IGN

[@candyland4517]

Solid Neo where's my next album em?!

[@IGN]

Thank you!

[@sunpi]

Solid Neo really impressed with this one

[@01treeman]

+sunsbookishgamesx me too.

[@01treeman]

+IGN thank you for not blocking trolls.

[@Alienull]

I must say this video is Outstranding.

[@IGN]

Thanks! Videos like this take a ton of work from the whole team, so that's super awesome to hear. Share with your friends so we can make more :)

[@andrewsmith3756]

IGN can it be, a positive reply from ign

[@mastermiller2804]

What is the music around 1:40 ?

[@edgarazaky8256]

make more what? money ?or actual content?

[@RetroReset]

+IGN Keep it up! i love and enjoy watching videos like this.

[@fornothing5051]

But guess what? I will be coming back, and I'm bringing my new toys with me. Here we go!

[@fornothing5051]

Ak47 yeah it's me!!

[@fornothing5051]

Ak47 هههههههههههههههههههههه

[@IM3z]

ياخوي حتى هنا ملاحقنا هههههههه

[@sagewaterdragon]

Don't hurt me like this. Don't remind me of what we could've had.

[@fornothing5051]

ههههههههههههههههههههه

[@mellinasgimenez1987]

Take that, Konami.

[@crissmv8424]

Exactly! Konami making MGS with zombies. WTF?!

[@kingeddy7966]

Criss MV Snake:Are you kidding me

[@Ole_Gunner]

Good job IGN. Love it when you do content focused on developers and their studios like this. Your Death Stranding coverage has been great.

[@King_Dan_Man]

I feel so jealous how I didn't finish game development in college yet, I so would like Kojima to hire me

[@madearjuna4793]

CoreZixUltima you need learn japanese to join him sadly...

[@fivemeomedia]

uhhh no you dont....

[@FullBitGamer]

Hideo Kojima is ridiculously fond of western people, our cinema and culture, all of it. He is a world traveler and speaks English, exceptionally well. Japanese fluency is not even close to being a requirement.

[@DanteXD451]

CoreZixUltima Then be the best you can be at it friend give it yout full 100%

[@RXOBANSH33]

I've got a year left at college and then 2 years in games development...this looks like the ideal place to work, but you would probably need some background experience to get in with him. Or a very unique portfolio.

[@BeamToast]

Kojima for president

[@solidneo9026]

but he's God

[@crashpal]

Kojima is Love. Kojima is Life. It's Never Hideo

[@thothheartmaat2833]

crashpal kojima Trump's hate

[@karanjotsingh1873]

Beam Toast I will vote him

[@ahmadsultan6299]

+Solid Neo no he's not

[@RollingUgly69]

Kojima starting his own studio and you can already feel the love in the air he has with his new employees. Great vid 👍

[@kyubisavgage]

kojima is God's gift to the world.

[@lofi1598]

yes kojima is gift for gamers

[@TheDAFFY]

Does that mean GabeN is jesus? We're still waiting to this day for him to make an announcement.

[@theseproblemsmatter1]

Andrew Savage and especially to the gaming industry

[@roon568]

@@lofi1598 Weird way to spell for mankind

[@igorsenayoutube]

Rooting for Kojima to have more success with his new company and games. Imagine what kind of games we might get if he doesn´t just spend his ideas, resources etc on Death Stranding as a franchise and expands that into multiple projects. With this guy the potential can only be stopped by the technology of the times he lives in.

[@FullBitGamer]

I just want to touch Kojima before I die. A handshake, a pat on the back. anything, the man has been making great games I have enjoyed since I was a small child trying to figure out how to even play the original Metal Gear. Nothing this man creates fails to end up in my collection. Truly a god of the industry, next to Miyamoto of course. If I could have lunch with Dan Houser, Hideo Kojima, Shigeru Miyamoto and Todd Howard I could die in euphoric bliss after the last bite.

[@sunpi]

FullBitGamer a hug shall do

[@ClearlyBalkan]

More videos like this IGN.

[@ali0alsser0ali]

yes IGN

[@solidneo9026]

GOTG Game of The Generation

[@kalkampanaros8399]

Solid Neo the last of us part 2 or death stranding will be game of generetion

[@Sordxyx]

I dont think we can class this as a game anymore as kojima said he wants movies books comic and games for it! Its gonna be a Megaoutstrandingame

[@solidneo9026]

The last of us 2 looks great , but this is Kojima we're talkin about , every game he made is a masterP

[@BobyJooba]

MGS 4 and MGS5 were garbage.

[@RXOBANSH33]

Aside from the lack luster story telling, MGSV was a very well made game. It had it's flaws, such as repetitive side missions and the aforementioned story telling, but it was still a beautifully crafted game. Definitely not garbage.

[@JOJOWICKY]

im getting vibes from that one episode in black mirror

[@mrcoffee4852]

And yet you have people who says $60 is a lot for a game.....these people are working at day and night to provide you a high quality game so please appreciate their work and talent.

[@user-vl1tl2sv4p]

KojiPro is basically Kojima's very own Outer Heaven.

[@DevinAK49]

IGN bringing their A game. excellent exclusive.

[@alexriley55]

This is how other companies need to treat there employees as a family

[@crashpal]

27 Konami Employees Made KZbin Accounts

[@ali0alsser0ali]

loooool, I really was wondering! who would dislike this..

[@muhsin4united]

crashpal Hahaha savage!

[@TheBilli96]

I just noticed something... Kojima has a pretty long neck!

[@lawsonguy75]

He ate the gum gum fruit

[@roodick85]

TheBilli96 that's to provide adequate cooling for his CPU

[@zalo3479]

Great one :)

[@CGoody564]

Nabillio96 his codename is giraffe

[@god-son-love]

gumu gumu necku !

[@fostoria1854]

I love media molecule , such creative people. They made one of the games I loved the most. Like Lbp 1-3

[@sunpi]

IGN YOU DID SO GOOD WITH THIS VIDEO KUDOS

[@peritdincer5880]

Hideo Kojima is such an inspiring and amazing person 👌

[@jorgeramirez7551]

lots of luck to kojima and his new team! cant wait to see what u guys can come up with

[@radiospines]

They better make a game based on Ludens as the main character

[@connoredrington6707]

I like this! IGN should do more videos like this. Sweet and to the point and showed something that most wont have the chance to see with out quality video like this.

[@IlDeimos]

With all of the staff in that awesome environment, and communicating with each other, Kojima's games will even be better! Because communication is very important when creating anything, and everything. This is a huge step forward for Kojima Productions.

[@rickroll9089]

Since nobody has mentioned it, I will. Does nobody realize how AWESOME that suit is in the thumbnail? I'm hoping they use it in death stranding as an Easter egg that you can use.

[@emperor_23897]

Take your time Kojima-sama, take your time...

[@XDantevsVergilX]

Got to give props to IGN this video was well executed quality & all

[@RockKevin28]

Great content IGN! I literally watched this video with no hesitation. I wish this could be a normal part of your broadcasts.

[@fgxraven]

very good video IGN! im happy that Kojima found a new path in his life and continue to make unique games

[@DiegoTube85]

I'm so envious of that passion and commitment! I always loved to be able to work with games :(

[@MeatPlanet]

" we started by trying to make the office as comfortable to work in" RESPECT!!!!

[@AL3X7355]

DAMMMNNN that lunch area looks nice af, never played a kojima game before but i have high expectation for this game. Keep it up kojima

[@nineshinoda]

Finally a video where Kojima explains in detail the community theories on Death Stranding.

[@Rileysworld727]

Kojima is such an amazing person, Im happy he has his own studio now. It will be a much better environment for everyone involved :)

[@TreyGamr58]

I was just watching 2 half-hour long highly in-depth analysis plus speculation videos about this game and I'm starting to get pretty hype for it

[@SonantaForLife]

I was expecting more details about the game itself. But it always feels good to know that Kojima's new company is looking outstanding ! We are waiting for your next game !!

[@ATF_Griff]

With that kind of environment and talent I can't wait to see what comes out of this studio.

[@TheHandleOnYoutube]

People are constantly learning. We keep those with good personality around us.

[@godofwaroneshot]

And there's shitty Microsoft studios lmao

[@Riskydotnet]

tfdsjunbkkn dyudssiiikndsui oh look a Microsoft fanboi. With a character from a Playstation game?!

[@Riskydotnet]

Trivikram Lokesh it was a joke friend

[@Josh-os2px]

Trivikram Lokesh u sound like a robot

[@matheuskenjiro6230]

oh look a Ctrl+C Ctrl+V man

[@Xiox321]

Thank you for giving us this awesome look into their office!

[@rityblackmore]

It´s nice to see the backstage of great game´s studios or some information from your favorite gamedevelopers, thanks IGN, great work!! ...and I´m really excited to see the games from Kojima Productions... :D

[@jakewolf079]

I can't believe I am saying this, but this is a GREAT VIDEO, IGN. The music, filming and editing are all just fantastic.

[@ali0alsser0ali]

true, the music from in-game death stranding

[@WoWMinGM]

I can't get over how awesome the music for this game is.

[@argus4650]

You guys showed so much respect for what they were doing and then it's like you guys didn't hear the game was meant for a certain type of gamer.

[@bloodtypeanime]

Saw that sculpture on sideshow collectibles and now realize why it is so expensive

[@blackvandel]

I'm getting whatever they push out, I want to see Kojima and his team succeed.

[@hersh23]

This was a great thing to see. It seems like Kojima has made sure that Kojima Productions is the complete opposite of what Konami was when it comes to game development (based on the reports of how bad the working conditions were at Konami)

[@BlondeManNoName]

Huge respect for Kojima-san.

[@nonotanymore]

at this point kojima is literally big boss to his employees

[@yusufdeebs]

This is fantastic. Good for Kojima and his team. Looking forward to Death Stranding.

[@dakhaikh]

I need a one hour of this!

[@RolanTHUNDER]

No holds barred now for this genius. Kojima-san we look forward to your new game!

[@blizaacks]

I want that Kojima Productions action figure. Would look badass in my room.

[@ali0alsser0ali]

go to epay

[@FennessyMusic]

Wouldn't it be cool to have an option where your smartphone could also be used with the game? I'm not talking about replacing the controller, just have the Map or something simple display on your smartphone while you play

[@aguy1988]

Thank you IGN for this video. This video sure renewed my impression about how much appreciation you have for video game making passion.

[@badazzboxer]

Damn 😍 I'm excited for the newest addition to Hideo Kojimas legacy!!!!! I'm curious of the story, the characters, the logic, how the online will play out. Metal Gear Survive shouldn't be a let down, can't wait to get my hands on it! 😊

[@shortinos]

Now these are the kind of videos I want from IGN. Hell yes!

[@Alex-tf3ps]

Jesus they made me more excited.

[@DeathBringer769]

Great video. Thanks for this inside look into the all-new and reborn Kojima Productions, IGN!

[@bryanjacob186]

Quality content IGN!! Keep it going! ✌🏻️

[@Vindicator12Music]

prolly the best thing IGN has ever uploaded. good job. it's good to see Kojima in a great work environment. it's obvious he's trying to create a work space that is the complete opposite of how Konami treated their employees. i think that's very noble and thoughtful of Kojima. #FucKonami

[@novasuper4997]

Hope u guys can deliver it.

[@2020_Visi0n]

'Director Kojima'. He's such a boss!

[@ministerjlupine8175]

YEAHHHHHH KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS!!!!!!!! I can barely contain the excitement. you know well that this company is going to be the best at what they do! great things to come; greatness awaits.

[@ScarAR93]

The logo is so sick!

[@maxmaxington5873]

I would classify Kojima as one of the (few) innovators in the gaming industry. With so many cookie cutters, I have such great admiration and respect for someone who is clearly only concerned with pushing the boundaries of gaming, and making his own signature mark with his titles, for better or worse. A true artist.

[@xXTheGoldenBoy17Xx]

Love kojima's work the man is a absolute legend

[@Inujasa88]

When i see Schröndigers equation on the table behind it must be a Kojima wonderland

[@Chronomaton]

This was pretty neat to see. Also would like to point out the little Lego robot creature from Horizon Zero Dawn on Kojima's desk, shows that he's really into it and not just finding it convenient from a business standpoint.

[@esher52]

This is the kind of stuff I stay subbed to ign for

[@naysaya4346]

Such an amazing looking workplace. It would be a dream come true to work there. I wish Kojima and the entire studio huge success in the coming years! And thanks for making this IGN, GREAT video! :)

[@AceOfROMs]

I really want a studio tour.

[@headless_headlines4921]

Hideo Kojima is a hero to me.

[@JordonVirtue]

That metallic print kojipro t-shirt is fresh as hell.

[@RavenWarrior90]

Silently I dream of being a part of that studio... I can only imagine how much it would take effect on my life, how much it would be changed... in a very positive way. Working with a whole different mentality, a work that encourages creativity. That's what I am looking for, but I doubt that I have what it takes to direct my life into such a new direction. I think it will make me happier, more satisfied... And btw I still don't think, that this "spaceship" thing is nothing less than a metaphor... but not how Kojima said it... like I know him, it will take a important role in Death Stranding... but that one should be obvious enough I guess.

[@TheDAFFY]

As much as I hate exclusivity, I can't imagine anyone else help Kojima better than Sony. They look so happy and have a wonderful place to develop games!

[@Elnato23]

More videos like this IGN, great job, and good luck Kojima

[@RibbonArmyBlue]

I would love to work in a place like this. Kind of inspires me to make my work place closer to this.

[@Sammy1970]

Great job IGN👍🏻

[@Simon74]

It's so good to see Kojima not being forced to work on Metal Gear anymore! Finally he's free to do what he really wants.

[@lilstrawhat]

Every second of this was hype as hell

[@YourOneStopShop]

All of these companies can learn something from Kojima Productions. Give people comfort and let them speak their minds and embrace their individualism and you can achieve great things. Thank You Kojima for stepping away from Konami to create an environment where the people come first, rather than the profit.

[@rahteljackson433]

I wouldnt be surprised if the information (equations and languages) on the black board behind kojima has clues and hints for the STRANDING

[@PJ1TCP]

This spaceship is gonna take us to places we have never seen.

[@andreworozco8439]

My dream job just went to another level... This is the kind of work environment I would love to have a career in.

[@onkelb0b198]

I wish them the best of luck. looking forward to theyre progress :)

[@Strider-Ragnarok]

Kojima using Sony's GMP, constructed a platform of the new Mother Base. You can already see the S+ staff members he has already Fulton, plus some Volunteers from Outer Ops.

[@SilverMoon1134]

Kojima will hopefully have a better future with this new studio.

[@victorfelix5117]

Great Video! Greets from Brazil!

[@leolow2057]

Victor Felix

[@Ornes]

I never heard kojima speak without a mysterious music on the background :p