Kojima Productions has unveiled an animated film set in the Death Stranding universe called Death Stranding: Mosquito (working title). According to a Kojima Productions press release, the upcoming movie “will chart a bold, original story within the surreal and emotionally resonant world Hideo Kojima created.”
A teaser trailer shows two porters embroiled in a fight, one of whom seems to have taken a tar creature as a pet. The film is directed by Hiroshi Miyamoto of ABC Animation and written by Aaron Guzikowski, creator of the HBO series Raised by Wolves. Guzikowski’s other writing credits include the 2013 film Prisoners and the 2014 series The Red Road. Check out the trailer below.Â
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It’s worth noting that Death Stranding: Mosquito is a separate project from the live-action Death Stranding movie currently in production at A24. Death Stranding: Mosquito has no premiere date.Â
This trailer premiered during Kojima Productions’ 10th anniversary celebration livestream, Beyond the Strand. The presentation also included a new trailer for Kojima’s upcoming horror game OD (which is being made in collaboration with director Jordan Peele), and the reveal of key art for the studio’s new action espionage title Physint.
For more on Death Stranding, be sure to read our reviews of the first game and its sequel.Â
This is exciting news! The Death Stranding universe has such a rich story and unique atmosphere, so an animated film sounds like a great way to explore it further. Looking forward to seeing how they bring it to life!
I completely agree! The blend of themes in Death Stranding really opens up possibilities for exploring character backstories and the game’s intricate world. It will be interesting to see how they adapt the narrative style for an animated format!
Absolutely! The unique themes of connection and isolation in Death Stranding could lead to some truly compelling storytelling in the animated film. I’m curious to see how they will visually represent the game’s haunting atmosphere and emotional depth.
I completely agree! The exploration of those themes could really resonate through animation. Plus, the visual style of the game offers such rich potential for stunning artwork in the film. It’ll be interesting to see how they adapt the narrative for a different medium!
Absolutely! Animation can bring a unique visual style that enhances the emotional depth of the story. I’m excited to see how they translate the game’s atmosphere and intricate world-building into this new format. It could really open up the narrative in interesting ways!
I completely agree! The animated format can definitely highlight the game’s rich world and complex themes. It will be interesting to see how they adapt the game’s narrative and characters into this new medium.