Kojima Personally Crafted All Hidden Easter Eggs and Obscure References in Death Stranding 2

The Mastermind Behind the Hidden Secrets

Fans of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach might have wondered who was responsible for the numerous Easter eggs and obscure references scattered throughout the game. The answer is clear: it’s all the work of the game’s creator and visionary director, Hideo Kojima himself. Every hidden detail, joke, or secret was personally added by Kojima, reflecting his signature style of intricate storytelling and layered symbolism.

Kojima Reveals the Creative Process

In an interview with GameSpark conducted in Japanese, Kojima shared amusing insights into how these Easter eggs came to life. He explained that even when he urged his team to incorporate small jokes and secrets for players to discover, they would often pretend not to understand his cues. According to Kojima, “All of that stuff was added by me,” emphasizing his direct involvement in the game’s hidden content. This playful disconnect highlights his desire to keep the surprises authentic and personal.

Behind-the-Scenes Secrets and Hidden Locations

Kojima even pointed out a specific location within the game where players can spot one of his personal touches. He suggested looking up at the night sky while relaxing in a hot spring. “You can see a very beautiful sky,” he said. “If you zoom in there, various things will appear, so please explore and have fun with it.” This invitation encourages players to engage deeply with the game’s environment and uncover Kojima’s carefully placed secrets.

However, Kojima admits that some of these hidden elements might not appeal to everyone. “It might cause certain people to cringe hard,” he candidly acknowledged. His penchant for inserting personal, sometimes quirky references can evoke mixed reactions but undeniably add to the game’s unique charm.

<h2 The Evolution of Death Stranding 2

Interestingly, Kojima revealed that he made significant changes to the game midway through development. Playtest feedback was so overwhelmingly positive that he altered parts of the experience to avoid making it too “mainstream.” His desire to preserve a certain level of uniqueness and edginess is evident in his creative choices.

Despite these surprises, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach received critical acclaim, earning a 9/10 in IGN’s review. The review praised the game as a triumphant sequel that successfully builds on the strengths of its predecessor.

Expanding the Death Stranding Universe

Kojima’s universe isn’t limited to video games. Fans can look forward to a live-action Death Stranding film in development with A24, as well as an upcoming Death Stranding anime adaptation. Additionally, Kojima is working on a new PlayStation-exclusive espionage action game called Physint, and he has expressed excitement about the Xbox-published OD, describing it as “a game I have always wanted to make.”

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