Renowned game designer Hideo Kojima, creator of the Metal Gear and Death Stranding series, has shared his thoughts on the use of artificial intelligence in game development. He sees it as an assistant, not a means of creation.
Renowned game designer Hideo Kojima, creator of the Metal Gear and Death Stranding series, has shared his thoughts on the use of artificial intelligence in game development. He sees it as an assistant, not a means of creation.
«Many people use AI in creative work to generate ideas, but I consider AI more of a friend. I would manage the creative part and use AI to increase efficiency,» the developer told GamesRadar+.
He explained that he would like to hand over boring tasks to AI to save time and resources. «It’s more like co-creating with AI, rather than just using it,» Kojima said.
The game designer believes that AI can be a tool for improving efficiency in game development, but not a generator of creative ideas. His approach gives players hope that Hideo Kojima’s games will not be filled with low-quality AI content, and can be released faster.
The Japanese developer is currently working on the horror OD starring actress Sophia Lillis. Last year, the game received a new trailer that reminded players of the canceled Silent Hills, known only for the PT teaser on which Hideo Kojima worked with actor Norman Reedus.
Also in development is Kojima Productions' upcoming spy action game Physint. Kojima said the game is still in the concept stage, but he confirmed three actors for the upcoming game: Charlie Fraser (Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga), Ma Dong-seok (Train To Busan), and Minami Hamabe (Godzilla Minus One). The project is likely to be released for the next generation of consoles, which are expected to arrive in 2027.
