Horror game fans, get ready. Hideo Kojima, the big name behind the Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding series, is back with a super mysterious new project called OD. In collaboration with Xbox Game Studios, the game was first announced with a cinematic trailer that immediately made many people curious. There is still little information available, but enough to let us know that this is no ordinary horror project. Let's take a look at what has been revealed so far about this game that is said to redefine fear.
Not Just a Game
If you think this is going to be a conventional horror game, you might want to think again. Kojima himself says that OD is not just a game, but also a movie, as well as a new form of media. The goal is to blur the lines between the two, creating an immersive and unprecedented experience. The main concept is to "test the threshold of fear" or overdose on fear. Given Kojima's track record with the legendary P.T., we can expect a lot of psychological horror elements that play with the mind.
Famous Artist Collaboration
This ambitious project was not done alone. Kojima has teamed up with renowned horror director Jordan Peele, who has had great success with films like Get Out and Us. Peele's presence certainly adds spooky weight to this project. Not only that, the cast lineup is also filled with talented names. There is Sophia Lillis, who you might recognize from the movie IT and Dungeons & Dragons, then there's Hunter Schafer from the popular series Euphoriaand veteran actor Udo Kier. This collaboration shows Kojima's seriousness in blending the world of games and movies nicely.
The Advanced Technology Behind It
The visuals you see in the trailer feel very real, right? That's because the game was created using cutting-edge technologies like Unreal Engine 5 and MetaHuman technology. These technologies allow for the creation of digital characters with incredibly realistic facial expressions and details, making the horror atmosphere feel more personal and up-close. The partnership with Xbox also opens up the possibility of utilizing cloud gaming technology. This could mean OD will offer a gameplay or interactive experience that is connected online in a unique way, typical of Kojima.
When can we play it?
The big question is, when will this game be released? Well, just be patient. The official release date for OD hasn't been announced yet and it seems quite far away. Kojima Productions is currently also still focused on developing Death Stranding 2. It is likely that OD will only launch after the project is completed. For platforms, the game is confirmed to be coming to Xbox Series X and PC. Given its emphasis on cloud technology, OD is also likely to be accessible through the Xbox Cloud Gaming service, allowing more people to experience its terror.
