With the likes of Uncharted, The Final of Us, Twisted Steel, Gran Turismo, and shortly to be Horizon, evidently Demise Stranding is the subsequent Sony property lined up for a TV adaption. Nevertheless, it differs from the aforementioned adaptions as a result of Demise Stranding: Isolations will probably be an animated sequence.
This new sequence was introduced as Hideo Kojima arrived at Disney originals content material showcase in Hong Kong. That is particularly attention-grabbing given {that a} stay motion adaption is already within the works from A24.
Hollywood Reporter notes that Tatayuki Sano, who beforehand directed the Gridman Universe, would be the present’s director. Idea artwork from Ilya Kuvshinov, who beforehand designed characters on Ghost within the Shell: SAC_2045 was additionally proven.
Kojima acknowledged that the sequence will probably be “fairly thoughts blowing.” He famous that there was some issues he wished to do with the present that had been solely attainable in animation. The sequence may also star fully new characters.
When requested about his motivation for making the sequence, Kojima acknowledged that he wished to share the Demise Stranding universe with extra folks than simply those that play video video games. He additionally acknowledged that he has partnered with Disney, and that they approached about it while they labored on a 2023 documentary entitled Hideo Kojima: Connecting Worlds. He additionally acknowledged that he’s a lifelong fan of Disney.
It was additionally introduced that the sequence will use a 2D hand-drawn animation model. E&H Productions who beforehand dealt with Ninja Kamui, would be the studio engaged on the challenge.
Disney additionally launched a short synopsis of the sequence. It reads:
Set on the earth of Demise Stranding, Demise Stranding Isolations (working title) will inform a totally new story, separate from that of the video video games. The upcoming sequence will comply with a younger man and girl as they set out on an journey.”
The sequence is at the moment set for a 2027 launch.
So what do you consider this challenge? Do you assume Sony ought to work on extra animated initiatives that contain the unique creators? Be at liberty to remark beneath.
