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On its 10th anniversary, Kojima Productions presented Beyond The Strand, a livestreamed event that celebrated the studio’s past while outlining its ambitious future. True to Hideo Kojima’s reputation for innovation, the presentation blurred the boundaries between games, cinema, and cultural projects. Below is a comprehensive overview of the announcements.
Major Game Announcements
OD – First Gameplay Reveal
Kojima Productions unveiled the first gameplay footage of OD, the studio’s upcoming horror project developed in partnership with Xbox Game Studios. The trailer featured unsettling imagery and highlighted performances by Sophia Lillis, Udo Kier, and Hunter Schafer. Kojima described the project as an attempt to “scan a ghost,” signaling his intent to redefine the horror genre through experimental technology and narrative design.
PHYSINT – A Cinematic Espionage Experience
The studio also provided an update on PHYSINT, a project positioned as both a video game and a cinematic production. While gameplay details remain limited, Kojima emphasized that the title will merge interactive mechanics with film-like storytelling, continuing his long-standing exploration of espionage themes.
AR Collaboration with Niantic
In collaboration with Niantic, creators of Pokémon GO, Kojima Productions announced a new augmented reality project. Although specifics were not disclosed, the initiative promises to combine physical exploration with narrative-driven encounters, extending Kojima’s storytelling into real-world spaces.
Film and Animation Projects
Death Stranding: Mosquito (Anime Adaptation)
The studio revealed its first anime project, Death Stranding: Mosquito. While details remain limited, the adaptation is expected to expand the Death Stranding universe in new directions, offering fans a fresh perspective on its themes of connection and isolation.
Death Stranding Film (A24 Partnership)
Kojima Productions confirmed ongoing development of the Death Stranding film in partnership with A24. Rather than a direct retelling of the game, the film will reinterpret the world and its concepts for a cinematic audience, underscoring Kojima’s commitment to cross-media storytelling.
Brand and Lifestyle Collaborations
To commemorate its anniversary, Kojima Productions announced several lifestyle partnerships:
- Limited-Edition Sake Collaboration – A celebratory release marking the studio’s milestone.
- Kojima Productions x MUFG Credit Card – A branded financial product developed with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group.
These collaborations reflect the studio’s broader ambition to extend its identity beyond games and into everyday culture.
Beyond The Strand underscored Kojima Productions’ evolution from a game developer into a transmedia studio. By announcing projects that span video games, film, animation, augmented reality, and lifestyle products, the studio positioned itself as a cultural institution rather than a traditional developer.
The event demonstrated Kojima’s continued pursuit of boundary-breaking ideas, ensuring that the studio’s next decade will be as experimental and unpredictable as its first.
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