Hideo Kojima has said he would like to die in a cinema, specifically in the moments after the lights go down and trailers have played but before the main film begins. The remark is notable because it reflects the game creator’s long-standing enthusiasm for cinema, which strongly influences both his public persona and creative work.

Kojima, known for creating Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, made the comment at a recent event. He describes himself on social media as being “70% made of movies”, regularly discusses films, and has connections with directors including Guillermo del Toro and Nicolas Winding Refn. He is currently collaborating with Jordan Peele on the horror game OD, while Michael Sarnoski is directing the planned Death Stranding film adaptation.