The creator behind the Metal Gear franchise has expressed interest in developing a virtual reality game at some point.
Speaking with IGN, Hideo Kojima, who recently set up his own independent studio, Kojima Productions, said that while he "can’t make an assurance right now," he’s definitely interested in the technology, which includes Sony’s PlayStation VR headset and Oculus Rift.
"One day I’d like to make something using this technology, I’m not sure yet," said Kojima-san. "But I do believe it has a future. I’m not sure if it’ll be current format, the big goggles, maybe it’ll change to AR or something."
"But when this technology enters the living room, games and movies will change significantly for a lot of people. And I’d like to take part in that."
For now, Kojima-san is busy developing a new PlayStation 4-exclusive for his debut independent project as part of a deal with Sony Computer Entertainment. The title has confirmed to be an original creation and won’t be related to Metal Gear or the canceled Silent Hills, which are owned by Konami.
Kojima-san had been involved in an acrimonious split from the Japanese software giant prior to announcing his formation of Kojima Productions, with hints of a falling out with his bosses dating back to March of this year during development of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.
Earlier this month, Kojima-san was informed he would not be allowed to attend The Game Awards 2015 to represent The Phantom Pain. Host Geoff Keighley later remarked that the developer’s absence had left him heartbroken. Similarly, he was notably absent from the annual PlayStation Awards in Japan the same week, and was not present to collect awards given to The Phantom Pain during the event.
Konami announced overnight that the firm is now hiring for staff to help develop the next Metal Gear title.