Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima rarely hides his influences: his games are full of references and nod to the media that inspire him. If you’re interested in learning more about the inspiration behind some of the industry’s most iconic games, you might be interested in Konami’s ex-man novel, which will be translated into English this year.
Originally published in Japan in 2019, The creative gene includes Kojima’s thoughts on some of his favorite media. There’s also an interview with singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, who contributed some of the music to Death Stranding. Here is the official text, shared by publisher Viz with Polygon:
Since he was a child, Hideo Kojima, creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, was a voracious consumer of movies, music and books. They ignited his passion for storytelling and storytelling, and the results can be seen in his groundbreaking and iconic video games. Now at the helm of independent studio Kojima Productions, Kojima’s enthusiasm for entertainment media has never wavered. This collection of essays explores some of the inspirations behind one of the titans of the video game industry and offers an exclusive glimpse into one of pop culture’s brightest minds.
The book is currently scheduled for release on October 12. Is this something you would like to read? Give it a like in the comments section below.
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