Hideo Kojima has already written the concept for Death Stranding 3—but he’s made it clear he has no plans to make it himself, and hopes someone else will actually bring it to life.
What Did Kojima Actually Say?
- During the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach “World Strand Tour” event in Riyadh, Kojima stated:
“I am not planning to do [Death Stranding 3] at the moment… Because the ending of Death Stranding 2 was my finale of 1 and 2. But I already wrote the concept of DS3… I hope that someone will create it for me.” - GamesRadar adds context: he confirmed the concept remains in his possession as data, but he won’t be making it himself.
- Past comments echo this sentiment. In May, he noted that while a “Plate Gate” concept could spawn endless sequels, he has no plans to direct future entries, though the groundwork exists if someone else takes over.
So, Does This Mean There Will Be a Death Stranding 3?
Not necessarily. Here’s what it suggests:
- Kojima values narrative closure—the ending of Death Stranding 2 may serve as his personal wrap-up for the saga.
- Yet, he’s prepared material should the franchise continue under a different director.
- It’s quite possible that if Death Stranding 3 ever happens, it may be developed by someone else, potentially within Kojima Productions or an outside studio.
Context: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and Kojima’s Other Projects
- Death Stranding 2: On the Beach launched on June 26, 2025, for PS5, with Kojima once again the writer, director, and producer.
- Kojima is also working on OD, a new horror game in collaboration with Jordan Peele and Xbox Game Studios. It’s causing buzz and is confirmed to be still in development.
FAQ
Has Hideo Kojima confirmed Death Stranding 3?
No, Kojima hasn’t confirmed Death Stranding 3 is in development. He only said he wrote the concept but has no plans to make it himself.
Will Kojima direct Death Stranding 3?
Kojima stated he won’t direct it. He wants someone else to take on the project if it ever happens.
Is there a release date for Death Stranding 3?
There’s no release date or official confirmation. The concept exists, but the project hasn’t been announced.
