As a gaming enthusiast, I must admit, nothing quite prepares you for the unexpected twists that Hideo Kojima’s games often bring. But even with that in mind, I can’t say I was ready to spot a character reminiscent of Snake in Death Stranding 2!
At this year’s SXSW event in Austin, Texas, Hideo Kojima shared a stage with actors Norman Reedus, Troy Baker, and musician Woodkid. For the very first time, they unveiled an exciting, 10-minute trailer for Death Stranding 2 during their panel.
The trailer offers a detailed exploration of the game’s plot and play mechanics, along with revealing its launch date.
To be honest, what really took me aback during that gaming event was this character who strongly resembled an iconic figure – old man Snake himself, Solid Snake!
In the trailer, a fresh character named Neil is introduced towards the end, sporting a black headband and displaying a remarkable resemblance to the main character from Metal Gear Solid, as he prepares to make his move.
Without a doubt, supporters couldn’t help but rush to social media platforms, showcasing their amazement and affection for Kojima and the Metal Gear Solid series by highlighting the striking similarity.
On the Death Stranding subreddit, u/Leon_Dante_Raiden playfully expressed his amusement by saying, “Hideo Kojima sure is a character for incorporating Snake into Death Stranding!
As a gamer, I’ve noticed that many fellow gamers often refer to Kojima as a bit of a ‘mad genius’. And you know what? They’re right. He always has had this unique, creative flair that sets him apart from others in the gaming industry.
It’s been noted by numerous fans that the character Neil is portrayed by Luca Marinelli, an Italian actor whom Kojima had shown a desire to collaborate with in the past. Remarkably, this interest was partly fueled by Marinelli’s likeness to Solid Snake.
Even though we haven’t learned what part Neil plays in the narrative yet, many enthusiasts have already been brainstorming their own speculations.
One frequently proposed idea is that Neil might be related to or an earlier version of Cliff Unger from Death Stranding 1, as some have noted his likeness seems to be a younger, de-aged version of Mads Mikkelsen, who portrayed Unger in the initial installment.
Many Metal Gear Solid enthusiasts were thrilled to spot a vessel in the trailer’s finale resembling the iconic REX – a Metal Gear frequently seen across the series, despite being somewhat overshadowed by the Snake-alike.
Kojima is undoubtedly one of the most creative minds in the industry, and has been for decades.
With Death Stranding demonstrating that Kojima continues to push the boundaries of innovation, Death Stranding 2 is poised to make a significant impact on the gaming world when it releases in 2025.
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2025-03-10 21:37