Hideo Kojima, renowned video game developer, candidly shares his thoughts on mortality and legacy in a recent interview. Despite recovering from illness during the COVID-19 pandemic, he remains unconvinced of the sustainability of Kojima Productions under a direct replication of his creative style. He emphasizes the importance of originality and encourages creators influenced by him to innovate rather than imitate. Additionally, Kojima has prepared a USB stick with future game ideas, intending for his company to focus on new concepts rather than relying on his past work. His upcoming projects include "Death Stranding 2" and a collaboration with A24 on a film adaptation.
"I am not going to pass the baton to anyone. I will rather crush the baton... I don't need to give 'Hideo Kojima' to anyone."
"Creators who are inspired by me ‘received my small fire’ and aren't trying to be exactly like me. I'm happy to have influenced so many, but not eager to see anyone try to copy me exactly."
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