On the occasion of Gamescom 2022 Opening Night Live, Hideo Kojima made a video appearance to announce a new video game? No, to formalize the launch of a podcast to be released on Spotify in September and ” Hideo Kojima presents Brain Structure“. This is offered in both Japanese and English exclusively on Spotify for free and premium subscribers.

A podcast created in Hideo Kojima on Spotify

Hideo Kojima Presents Brain Structure aims to reveal the genius behind Hideo Kojima’s ideas and creativity. The latter will address some of his favorite topics: games, films, books, art, philosophy and society. Hideo Kojima will also have the opportunity to discuss exciting topics with various guests, including prominent national and international figures as well as renowned creators from different backgrounds (business, technology and entertainment).

In addition, the voice of Geoff Keighley will be a regular feature on the podcast; He is a close friend of Hideo Kojima. A Canadian journalist and TV presenter specializing in video games, he will feature a feature column covering the latest gaming and technology news.

Japanese music creator Michiharu Shimoda, known as Silent Poets and known for producing the closing theme for the hit game Death Stranding, will compose the opening music for Hideo Kojima’s podcast.

” I wanted to share my ideas with a global audience and found Spotify to be the best way to communicate with all my fans and friends around the world.said Hideo Kojima. ” Releasing every episode in both Japanese and English is an ambitious approach, but I look forward to sharing my creative inspiration with listeners around the world. »

” At Spotify, we strive to work with the best creators to bring exciting podcasts to life, adding a new dimension to entertainment while bringing fans closer to what they love.said Chieko Nishi, Head of Studios Japan on Spotify. ” Hideo Kojima’s podcasts will allow more listeners to enjoy his insights while supporting his own desire to push boundaries. »

The first episode of Hideo Kojima Presents Brain Structure will be released on September 8, and new episodes will air every Thursday at 2 p.m.