With the use of VR improving and becoming more realistic since its first major steps into the gaming world, there are many different titles that would serve as great VR experiences, but one of Hideo Kojima’s most recent releases would feel right at home in the VR sphere. When it comes to worlds that could benefit from a first-person perspective that feels as though players are living in the game,Death Strandingwould be a perfect title to play in VR. There have been somerecent surprises from Hideo Kojimathat involveDeath Stranding, and a VR version of the game would be another great announcement for fans.
Although the plot details of theupcoming sequel toDeath Strandingare still mysterious, there are gamers who are coming to the first game and discovering the beautiful futuristic world that Kojima has brought to life. There is still plenty of intrigue from gamers when it comes to this game, and this could provide Kojima the opportunity to capitalize on that interest. As of now,Death Strandinghas only been built for third-person gameplay, and keeping the game from being seen in first-person could be a wasted opportunity.
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Why Death Stranding is Perfect for VR
There are many fans who seeDeath Strandingas one of the best walking simulatorsto ever be released, and it’s just begging for an in-your-face first-person perspective. Being able to deliver supplies as Sam in the game’s incredibly realized post-cataclysmic version of the United States would feel like the world was truly alive. Traveling from each destination would be even more immersive than the game already is when played on PC and console.
Another reasonDeath Strandingwould be a great VR additionis simply that it would be incredible to be so up close and personal with all the different aspects and characters that Sam comes across throughout the story. Getting to be face-to-face with companion Fragile or antagonist Cliff would potentially feel even more meaningful and gripping when players are tasked with facing them head-on. Although the game’s third-person perspective is great, switching the perspective to a first-person one could add more layers and intensity to the story and the characters.
As of now, Hideo Kojima has given zero indication that a VR incarnation ofDeath Strandingis in the works, but it would be a great opportunity to see the story in an all-new light. There are fanmade VR mods that are still works-in-progress for the game, and it serves as proof that there’s definitely an audience who would love to playDeath Strandingthis way. For the gamers who are diehardDeath Strandingfans, many in that group would love to feel as though they’re living in the desolate, yet beautiful, world the game takes place in. Even if Hideo Kojima chooses not to jump at this opportunity for the first game, a VR version ofthe anticipatedDeath Strandingsequelcould at least be another opportunity to venture into the VR realm.
When it comes to gaming, VR isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but those who love playing games in this form would likely love experiencing a well-crafted story that is all about the journey. SinceDeath Strandingwas released, there are still gamers coming to the game for the first time, and it would be interesting to be immersed in the game in two very different forms. Despite there being no solid plans from Hideo Kojima, a VR mod that has been built by a determined fan will likely be the next possibility. Until then, fans can at least still immerse themselves inDeath Strandingin its original form and experience Kojima’s unique vision.
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