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Hideo Kojima turns 63 and pledges to stay focused on making games
The Metal Gear and Death Stranding director marked his birthday by reflecting on 40 years in the industry and reaffirming his commitment to games over other creative pursuits.
By Mia Chen · Aug 24, 2026
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