Akio Otsuka on Metal Gear Legacy and Future with Kojima

Japanese voice actor Akio Otsuka, who portrayed Snake in the Metal Gear Solid series from 1998 through 2018, recently discussed his enduring professional relationship with director Hideo Kojima. In an interview with Bushun Online, Otsuka reflected on their collaborative history, which included iconic ad-libs and the casting of Otsuka’s father as Big Boss. He expressed empathy for the difficulties Kojima faced after departing Konami in 2015, noting his emotional reaction to the success of Death Stranding.

Otsuka emphasized that he will not participate in any future Metal Gear projects unless Kojima remains involved as director. While acknowledging the strong fan desire for a new entry, he declined to confirm whether he has discussed this possibility directly with Kojima. The actor highlighted his pride in helping build the franchise and recognized that fans associate the character primarily with his performance.