Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn't even out yet, and Hideo Kojima already has an idea for a third game. Sure, he's a visionary, but even he can't predict how the second game will be received. The sequel to the walking simulation will be set in Australia, where you'll be able to build monorails and even skip boss fights if you want to.
There's a strange stigma attached to Death Stranding 2 that I'm not so sure about.
With the launch just over a month away, Kojima is currently in marketing mode for the game. In a recent interview with Edge Magazine (via VGC), he revealed that Death Stranding 2 performed better than the previous title during test reviews. This would usually be a great sign for studios, especially those working on triple-A titles. However, Hideo Kojima is probably the only director who wouldn't be happy with this outcome.
“I do listen to criticism, if the controls need tweaking or if a camera pan is too slow or too fast. But I don’t alter themes or story based on feedback,” said Kojima. “Of course, I want people to play my game, so I must listen to them to...
