Kojima Productions is marking its 10th anniversary in grand fashion with a special livestream event titled Beyond the Strand, streamed officially through IGN. 
This isn’t just another online broadcast; it’s a milestone celebration for Hideo Kojima, one of gaming’s most celebrated and controversial auteurs, whose projects often redefine expectations of what video games can be.
The event will be held live at TOHO Cinemas Roppongi Hills in Tokyo, Japan, on September 23, 2025, at 1 PM JST. For international fans, that translates to September 22 at 9 PM PT, September 23 at midnight ET, and 5 AM BST in the UK. No matter where you are, IGN’s stream guarantees you can watch Kojima himself reveal what’s next for the studio.
Details remain tightly under wraps, but speculation is running wild. Fans are hoping for updates on Death Stranding 2, with some even betting on a long-awaited PC release date. Others wonder if Kojima will finally unveil more about OD, his enigmatic horror project developed with Microsoft, or offer a first concrete glimpse at Physint, a PlayStation-exclusive action-espionage game that might draw from the spirit of his legendary Metal Gear past while charting new creative territory. The mystery is precisely what fuels the hype: Kojima thrives on unpredictability, and this anniversary showcase is unlikely to be an exception.
The livestream isn’t just about games, though. Special guests are promised to join Kojima on stage, adding an extra layer of surprise to the event. Given his history of collaborations with Hollywood and high-profile actors, fans are already guessing whether film stars or industry veterans might make appearances.
For some, the excitement is mixed with humor and skepticism. A portion of the community loves Kojima’s boundary-pushing storytelling but can’t resist poking fun at his theatrical style. Others hold nostalgic debates about whether the first Death Stranding was a tighter, more memorable experience than its sequel. Still, most agree that whatever Kojima Productions reveals will spark discussion across the industry.
So whether you’re a hardcore Kojima follower, a curious newcomer, or just someone looking to celebrate a decade of one of gaming’s boldest studios, Beyond the Strand promises to be an unmissable broadcast filled with intrigue, speculation, and – if Kojima stays true to form – at least one surprise nobody saw coming.
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that’s literally Bilbo n Frodo’s bday lol perfect timing 😂