In an astonishing announcement, Hideo Kojima revealed that the renowned franchise, Death Stranding, is poised to venture into the world of anime. This thrilling update was unveiled in a recent interview with Vogue Japan, where Kojima expressed his grand vision for the franchise, intending to merge the worlds of movies and video games. The discussion underscored Kojima’s goal to forge a genuine cinematic experience of Death Stranding, one that can only be fully enjoyed on the big screen.

Kojima reiterated the ongoing partnership with A24 for a Death Stranding film, highlighting his aspiration to pursue “expression” through cinematic adaptations. He compared contemporary game-based films such as The Last of Us, which maintain their original narratives, to others like The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which predominantly cater to its fanbase. Kojima’s aim is to develop a film that distinctly captures the spirit of Death Stranding.

The announcement of an anime initiative signifies a major advancement in Kojima Productions’ objective to blur the lines between gaming and film. Kojima envisions a scenario where games and films become indistinguishable, crafting engaging experiences that enthrall viewers. He discussed a second phase for Kojima Productions, concentrating on projects where games reflect films, employing shared resources and creators to realize this fluid integration.

Looking forward, Kojima outlined a third phase focused on establishing a new hybrid format that fuses film and video game components. This groundbreaking strategy guarantees that Death Stranding will investigate all conceivable mediums, enriching the immersive experience of its universe.

Fans are eagerly awaiting the upcoming release, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, scheduled for June 26, along with a limited edition DualSense controller. As Kojima Productions continues to challenge creative limits, the Death Stranding franchise pledges to provide unmatched storytelling across various platforms.