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http://uk.ign.com/articles/2015/12/...w-studio-edgy-playstation-game-and-the-future

Hideo Kojima Talks New Studio, 'Edgy' PlayStation Game, and the Future
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBe4qaS6n_s

For its first project, Kojima said, "I’m thinking smaller-scale, not too many people, and focusing on game creation at first." From there, Kojima says it’s possible the studio could expand beyond games.

"The focus is on digital content, so we could consider movies, animations, anything," Kojima said. "But first I think people expect games from me. That’s where I want to put my focus. Once we have an established IP in games, something solid that satisfies people, then we can consider movies and videos."

Kojima reiterated once more that he’s still interested in working with his Silent Hills partner Guillermo del Toro, whether it’s a game, film, anime, or something else entirely.

“We’ll have more agility,” he said. “We’ll be able to do things that are more edgy, preserving the quality we’ve had so far, while at the same time finding new challenges and exploring new areas.”

The Studio Still Hasn’t Decided What Game Engine to Use

On why he went with Sony.

"It's thanks to Sony that I was able to make a splash in the global market. It's been 10-plus years since then and the working relationship at Sony, the people at Sony, we gel well. People at Sony have been friendly with me, I work well with them. I got several offers from many different companies, but with Sony it came to a point where I know these people, we know each other well. I feel like this is an environment where I will be able to make something and be comfortable. And I believe that is the environment I need right now."

"We know each other, we understand each other, and based on this relationship, I think it's a good point to create a new IP. That's the reason I chose to work with Sony on this project."

New game may have mechs

Mech game, confirmed. Alert Kotaku.

 

[enigmatic_alex44]

I'm so glad he's free!

 

[The Flash]

Dammit it's not Ryan McCaffrey

 

[Nephtes]

At work, awaiting transcript.

Come on GAF, help a brother out...

 

[Hibiki Kurosawa]

For its first project, Kojima said, "I’m thinking smaller-scale, not too many people, and focusing on game creation at first." From there, Kojima says it’s possible the studio could expand beyond games.

Sort of like OG KojiPro, eh?

 

[hitme]

While Kojima was eager to answer our questions about his future, he offered no comments about his former employer, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, or the future of Metal Gear series.

KOJIIMAAAAAAAAAAA.

 

[Already Torn]

He could finally make movies!

 

[SolidSnakex]

He also mentions that he got several offers from other companies, but he just feels Sony was the best fit for him.

 

[Finale Fireworker]

I want to play Hideo Kojima games.

 

[entremet]

So not only games?

I had a feeling.

Kojima has been wanting to make a movie for ages.

 

[anexanhume]

Bets they end up using UE4 like seemingly every other JPN developer?

So not only games?

I had a feeling.

Kojima has been wanting to make a movie for ages.

If only Sony had a movie studio...

 

[3rdamention]

Damn, that dig at Konami! Lol!

"I want to create something that’s what people expect, but at the same time will have something new that people haven’t seen before," Kojima said, noting specifically that "it will be a complete game."

 

[Courage]

"I want to create something that’s what people expect, but at the same time will have something new that people haven’t seen before," Kojima said, noting specifically that "it will be a complete game."

 

[Acquiescence]

He also mentions that he got several offers from other companies, but he just feels Sony was the best fit for him.

Now McCaffrey can sleep easy knowing Microsoft tried at least.

 

[Shadow_Lord]

He's finally free.

 

[strafer]

Make the Metal Gear Solid movie and complete the circle.

 

[Jigolo]

Movies directed by hideo kojima coming soon to a theater near you

 

[NotLiquid]

I'm all down for another Snatcher-esque project.

 

[enigmatic_alex44]

Considering MGSV is the best console game of 2015, can you imagine what Hideo will be able to do NOW with the reigns loosened and ample time to finish a project? O____O

 

[studyguy]

I give him 2 games max before he goes off the deep end trying to make a full blown film again.
Not this long cutscene fuckery, but a movie.

 

[-Horizon-]

Waiting on mechs.

 

[Possumowner]

Movies incoming.Here comes Kojima, Hollywood

 

[TheLostBigBoss]

"I want to create something that’s what people expect, but at the same time will have something new that people haven’t seen before," Kojima said, noting specifically that "it will be a complete game."

 

[Nerrel]

The Studio Still Hasn’t Decided What Game Engine to Use

God, that's got to sting.

 

[Raist]

"I got several offers from many different companies"

Names plz.

 

[Skilletor]

Did Shinkawa just say, "I'll be drawing the mechs."

 

[Ploid 3.0]

Kinda scared about the movies and video thing, but it'll probably be interesting. Dude want's to create stuff, and I hope he find success in the movie/video space.

 

[davidwhangchoi]

Did Shinkawa just say, "I'll be drawing the mechs."

oh yeah!!

 

[stryke]

I turned 52 this year.

I need to know your secret.

 

[DannyDanger]

All i could think of when he said anime was:

A Kojima Co-Produced Ghost in the Shell movie

 

[Alienous]

Ground Zeroes vs. The Phantom Pain is evidence scale isn't everything.

I'd appreciate something focused from Kojima. I hope they have a strong IP to form the backbone of the studio, because MGS is a hard act to follow.

 

[rikichi]

Having Shinkawa on board is all I need to know to get me hyped up about the game. Those 2 work great together. Cant wait to see the new shit they come up with.

 

[el_colibri]

Did Shinkawa just say, "I'll be drawing the mechs."

He probably just meant machines. As in, vehicles and such. Who knows, maybe there'll be actual mechs though!

 

[Any Questions]

Radar on

 

[Spizz]

For its first project, Kojima said, "I’m thinking smaller-scale, not too many people, and focusing on game creation at first." From there, Kojima says it’s possible the studio could expand beyond games.

Really happy to hear this.

 

[ultimalionbgh]

Waiting on mechs.

I love Zone of Enders.

 

[mikefrails]

Yoji Shinkawa mentioned mech designs, but maybe he was just speaking in general since everything he's worked on with Kojima has involved them.

 

[sora87]

Interesting. I'd love him to go all in on a mecha game/anime series.

 

[DieH@rd]

Did Shinkawa just say, "I'll be drawing the mechs."

Mecha design means everything vehicle-based, even including hand weaponry and gadgets if those objects are fictional.

 

[funkystudent]

Did Shinkawa just say, "I'll be drawing the mechs."

When is Shinkawa NOT drawing mechs?

 

[Skel1ingt0n]

 

[ginger ninja]

this isn't the expose you're looking for.

 

[zsynqx]

He also mentions that he got several offers from other companies, but he just feels Sony was the best fit for him.

Where does he mention this? I'll add quote to OP.

 

[Guymelef]

The Studio Still Hasn’t Decided What Game Engine to Use

Please, just take UE4 and save time.

 

[Occam]

Freedom!
Cyberpunk please!

 

[Dark_castle]

Damn, that dig at Konami! Lol!

 

[davidwhangchoi]

"I'll keep creating games till I die."

 

[dabig2]

Now McCaffrey can sleep easy knowing Microsoft tried at least.

It's ridiculous that people treat Kojima like a programmed robot whose own opinion obviously didn't matter because $$$$ is the most important. "He obviously chose Sony because Microsoft and others didn't make a serious pitch" is almost offending levels of condescension for a talent like Kojima. He's not an idiot. He's been in the game for decades and he picked a side for his own personal reasons. Respect it.

 

[CrazyHal]

Waiting on mechs.

Same here. There isn't enough mech goodness in gaming.

 

[Bronetta]

It's going to be a horror game with mechs(not full blown survival horror but not full on high speed action mech combat either)

I have no idea how he'll do it but he will