Hideo Kojima Founds New Independent Studio In Partnership With Sony

Sony has struck a deal with Hideo Kojima, the creator of Metal Gear Solid. Hideo Kojima has announced that he has launched a new independent studio, Kojima Productions, in partnership with the Japanese electronics giant. The new studio will create games exclusive to PlayStation platforms. Titles in the Metal Gear Solid series are widely regarded as some of the best games of all time.

Kojima revealed the company's logo, seen above, and intends to speak to the press about his new venture later this week. With the termination of Kojima's contract with Konami, Kojima is now able to do what he wants.

Kojima Productions announced, "the studio will begin focusing its efforts in developing products that will push the boundaries in innovation and ignite consumer interest worldwide."

You can check out the studio's website, which is now live and has numerous job listings for positions ranging from programmers to artists.

Sony released an official statement announcing the partnership. Stay up to date with Gameranx as we bring you more information regarding the partnership.