Game designer Hideo Kojima made a surprise appearance at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), promising support for the Apple platform. He announced that “Death Stranding: Director’s Cut” will land on the Mac platform and is expected to be launched within this year, but the specific date has not yet been determined. Kojima also revealed that his studio is actively working to bring future games to the Apple platform, but it’s unclear what specific project he’s referring to. So far, Kojima Productions has announced upcoming games including Death Stranding 2 (currently only confirmed for PlayStation 5) and their untitled game for Xbox Game Studios.
“Death Stranding” game screenshot
“Death Stranding” is a game created by Japanese game producer Hideo Kojima. The game was officially released in November 2019, initially as a PlayStation 4 exclusive, and later also launched a Windows version in July 2020. The background of the game is set in a future world called the United States (the name in the game is “United Cities America”, referred to as New America), the protagonist is named Sam, played by actor and producer Norman. Played by Norman Reedus. He works as a courier, delivering important items to isolated cities and connecting with fellow survivors. The world of the game is full of terrifying “BTs”, the spirits of the dead, that roam the world and pose a threat to humans.
“Death Stranding” game screenshot
Players need to play Sam, travel through this desolate world, deliver items, establish connections with other survivors, and gradually uncover the mystery of the game’s story. In the game, players must face various difficulties, such as mountains, rivers, slopes and other terrains, and be careful not to be attacked by BTs. In addition, players can use special tools, such as locators and hover vehicles, to help them advance in this difficult world. “Death Stranding” is known for its unique game style and fantasy storyline, which combines elements of adventure, action and thriller. The game’s visuals are beautiful and it has an engaging storyline. At the same time, the game also incorporates Hideo Kojima’s philosophical thinking, exploring themes of life, death, loneliness and connection.
Source: APPLE｜WWDC 2023
