It has been some time sinceDeath Strandingreleased, with many interested in seeing whatHideo Kojimais working on next. While evidence for aDeath Strandingsequelseemed promising, recent signs point to a horror game being released by the beloved director - though fans already think this game might not be what it seems.
The leak for the game confirms a few details, but leaves much up to speculation. It will supposedlystar Margaret Qualley, who played Mama fromDeath Stranding, with the game’s title apparently beingOverdose. Nothing is known about the game’s mechanics outside the fact that it will apparently let gamers switch between a first and third-person perspective. However, another leak has shown the logo, and the second O seems to be hiding a reference to PT.
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Many likely rememberHideo Kojima’sPT, as it served as one of the most unique horror experiences in recent years. Short for Playable Teaser, the game was full of intense scares and unique puzzles. Once solved, it provided players with the reveal trailer forSilent Hills, confirming that big games like Guillermo Del Toro would be assisting with the project. Unfortunately, Kojima’s working relationship with Konami led to the developer leaving and the promising new take onSilent Hillbeing canceled. As shown by @Edward8920, though, there may be a chance for Kojima to work onSilent Hillagain.
In theOverdoselogo, three distinct circles can be seen, with the circles in question having a triangle layout. This same group of circles appeared duringPT’s gameplay, and it is highly unlikely that Kojima would use them again accidentally.Silent Hillfanswill also recognize these circles from one of the series’ logos, something that made them a fun teaser within a teaser duringPT. By that logic, they could just as easily be a teaser withinOverdose, suggesting that this new game is also a front for aSilent Hillproject.
While this could just be another example of Kojima referencing the ill-fatedSilent Hillswith his new work, it would be an odd move to include the circles withinOverdose’s logo if they are not actually building to something. The biggest question would be how Kojima has gotten the chance to work onSilent Hillagain, as he would likely never return to working with Konami. Perhaps either Microsoft or Sony, the rumored partners for his next game, could have secured the rights from Konami. For now, this is all just speculation, but with a reveal rumored forSummer Game Fest, answers could be imminent.
UntilHideo Kojima’s horror gamereleases and fans can confirm that it is notSilent Hill, there will likely be believers in this theory. However, considering the stuntsKojimapulled withMetal Gear Solid 5’s reveal andPT, this is understandable.
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