Kojima Productions Disputes Report on PlayStation to Xbox Switch

Kojima Productions has asked players to treat claims about why it moved its next project to Xbox 'with a dose of scepticism', stating that none of the reported details came from official sources.

Kojima Productions logo and Xbox branding
Image source: Video Games Chronicle

Kojima Productions has pushed back against a report claiming to explain the studio's decision to develop its next game for Xbox instead of PlayStation, asking players to approach the story with caution.

The studio stated that "none of the claims written came from any official or on-the-record source", according to Video Games Chronicle. This response suggests the report in question contained speculation or unverified information rather than statements from Kojima Productions itself.

The move marks a significant shift for Kojima Productions, which has long been associated with PlayStation platforms. The studio's next project represents a major platform change, though official details about the game remain limited. Kojima Productions has not yet provided its own account of the reasons behind the decision.

The dispute highlights how gaming industry moves can fuel speculation and rumor when official communication is limited. Players and industry observers have been eager for clarity on the strategic reasoning behind the platform shift, but Kojima Productions' cautionary statement suggests reported explanations may not reflect the studio's actual position.

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  1. Video Games ChronicleEstablished publication · recorded Sep 20, 2026
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  2. GamingBoltSecondary publication · recorded Sep 20, 2026
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  3. 80 LevelSecondary publication · recorded Sep 21, 2026
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  4. GamesRadar+Secondary publication · recorded Sep 21, 2026
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