Hideo Kojima has a concept for Death Stranding 3, but won't make it himself

Published: Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:01 am

Hideo Kojima Teases Death Stranding 3, But Won't Be Directing!

Get ready, Death Stranding fans! Hideo Kojima, the visionary behind the post-apocalyptic delivery simulator, already has a concept in mind for **Death Stranding 3**, but he won't be taking the helm himself. This exciting news comes just before the release of **Death Stranding 2: On the Beach**, slated for June 26th exclusively on PlayStation 5.

The article reveals Kojima's creative process and hints at the potential for a sprawling franchise. He explains his decision to set **Death Stranding 2** in Australia, a departure from the original's American setting. This choice, driven by a desire for a new environment and scale, led to the introduction of the "Plate Gate," a portal that allows protagonist Sam Porter-Bridges to travel to different continents.

This innovative narrative device opens the door for future installments, as Kojima himself acknowledges. He playfully stated, "If I use this Plate Gate concept, I could make endless sequels!" While he doesn't plan to personally develop **Death Stranding 3**, he has a concept ready and is open to passing it on to another developer.

The article also mentions the strong influence of Metal Gear Solid on the sequel and details the game's premise and expanded gameplay. Fans can expect a deeper dive into the world of Death Stranding, with new environments and characters to explore. The reveal of Luca Marinelli's "fake Snake" character in a ten-minute trailer at Kojima's SXSW panel in March has further fueled anticipation.

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