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Hideo Kojima said Half-Life had a "kind of soul" which Japanese games lacked, and Metal Gear Solid 2 was directly inspired by Valve's classic FPS

Kojima says Half-Life had a kind of soul Japanese games lacked, influencing his work on MGS2.
MGS2 drew direct inspiration from Valve's classic FPS according to Kojima.
Kojima noted Half-Life's influence in a 1999 diary entry referenced by the article.
The report ties Kojima’s remarks to a broader discussion of game atmosphere and detail.
The article notes Kojima’s interest in interactive design and detail as key to MGS2's development.
Kojima discussed MGS2 and VR modes in the context of Half-Life's influence and training elements.
The GamesRadar+ piece connects Kojima’s views with ongoing coverage of Kojima and Half-Life.
The article references related highlights and coverage around Kojima and Half-Life discussions.
The source mentions Kojima's influence on MGS2's interactivity and world-building.
The report situates Kojima’s remarks within a broader conversation about Western-influenced game design.

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