Help Us to Reconnect (Analysis and Discussion) | The Kojima Podcast #70

It is the year 2023. We anticipate the arrival of DS2 — the sequel to Death Stranding — in 2025. As we approach the year preceding DS2's launch, let's take a moment to reflect on the parallel moments and events that transpired in 2019...leading up to the release of the original title. Enjoy... • Kojima Productions is a renowned video game development studio known for its unique and innovative creations. Founded by the legendary game designer Hideo Kojima, the studio has gained worldwide recognition for pushing the boundaries of interactive storytelling and gameplay experiences. Kojima Productions is celebrated for iconic titles like Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, which blend cinematic narratives, complex characters, and immersive gameplay mechanics. The studio's games often delve into thought-provoking themes, exploring the human condition, society, and technology. With a reputation for attention to detail and masterful craftsmanship, Kojima Productions continues to captivate players with its distinct artistic vision and dedication to delivering unforgettable gaming adventures. • We have a special request for our listeners. The Topic Archives, a media library created and maintained solely by Australian producer Albert Chessa, needs your support. If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating at patreon.com/TopicArchives, or tipping at ko-fi.com/TopicArchives. Leaving a like, sharing, subscribing, and/or reviewing also helps us reach more listeners. Thank you for your generosity and continued support. • kojimaproductions.jp 🌌♾👩‍🚀🐋👨‍🚀 ⁣ #kojima #ellefanning #whoami #whereami #ps #hideokojima #kojimaproductions #playstation #bigboss #solidsnake #metalgearsolidv #konami #gaming #deathstranding #videogames #mgsv #diamonddogs #nakedsnake #snakeeater #venomsnake #mgsvtpp #quiet #snake #liquidsnake #msf #motherbase #ocelot #thephantompain #kojimaverse --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert and Johnny speak about DS2’s debut trailer, focusing on the first minute (‘Forming The Void’, Part 1). Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, consider clicking the ‘like’, ‘share’, ‘subscribe’ and/or bell icon, donating to ko-fi.com/topicnetwork, or joining patreon.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Official: https://kojimaproductions.jp  Co-host: https://instagram.com/johnny_lombardo Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima https://reddit.com/r/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnetwork https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert provides the latest news, analysis and speculation on Kojima's next title. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnet... https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert and his guest hosts speak with BRIDGES Driver actor Kyle Card for his second appearance on the show. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Guest: https://instagram.com/bakairu Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnet... https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert speaks about Death Stranding, focusing on Heartman's peculiar relationship with death. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnet... https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert speaks about Death Stranding, focusing on the title's approach to traversal. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnetwork https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert speaks about Death Stranding, focusing on Ludvig Forssell's music. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnetwork https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert speaks about Death Stranding, focusing on the mysterious Twitter teaser images. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnetwork https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert speaks about Death Stranding, continuing to focus on the mysterious Twitter teaser images. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnetwork https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message

Albert speaks with actor and truly kindred human being Tommie Earl Jenkins, who plays Die-Hardman (John Blake McClane) in Death Stranding. Enjoy! 🎙 The Topic Podcast Network is a 100% community-supported and created over many hours, so if you enjoy what we do, please consider donating to patreon.com/topicnetwork and ko-fi.com/topicnetwork! Any help would be truly appreciated. Thanks! 🌎 Guest: https://instagram.com/tommie_earl_jenkinsofficial Show: https://instagram.com/kojimapodcast https://twitter.com/kojimapodcast https://anchor.fm/kojima Network: https://instagram.com/topicpodcastnetwork https://twitter.com/topicnetwork https://anchor.fm/topicnetwork Support: https://patreon.com/topicnetwork https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork https://paypal.me/albertchessaofficial --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kojima/message