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Hideo Kojima recently engaged in a conversation with director Alejandro González Iñárritu regarding the film Digger. During this discussion, Kojima expressed concerns that modern social media platforms function as echo chambers where users prioritize seeking validation for existing beliefs over genuine information gathering.
Kojima noted that this trend leads to a distortion of reality, which impacts various entertainment sectors, including video games. He highlighted that false information spreads easily on these platforms, creating a frightening potential to influence both political landscapes and daily human lives.
The developer reflected on his 2001 title Metal Gear Solid, which explored themes of information manipulation and artificial intelligence long before the current social media era. He observed that his fictional narrative has now become a reality, where algorithms contribute to a fragmented truth.
Kojima specifically cited the reception of Death Stranding, noting that individuals who never played the game frequently labeled it a walking simulator. He argued that this behavior demonstrates how people avoid diverse opinions, preferring to consume content that aligns with their preconceived notions, which ultimately hinders meaningful human connection.
