Why Konami burned Hideo Kojima (and how it cost them)

👉 Big Boss was never a hero. Discover the full rise, fall, and often overlooked timeline of Metal Gear’s most misunderstood character here:    • The captivating downfall of BIG BOSS   👈 Why did Konami turn on Hideo Kojima, and what did it really cost them? This video delivers a deep, chronological breakdown of Kojima’s rise, Konami’s shifting business priorities, the Metal Gear Solid fallout, and how profit-driven decisions reshaped one of gaming’s most iconic franchises. Essential viewing for fans of Hideo Kojima, Metal Gear, and video game industry analysis. 0:00 Intro 00:29 Part 1: The Rise of Hideo Kojima 07:23 Part 2: The birth of Konami 09:12 Part 3: Konami's volatile business model 12:38 Part 4: Kojima's rebellion & Déjà vu 14:44 Part 5: Konami's response 22:37 Part 6: Konami shakes the industry 35:25 Part 7: The revenge arc of Hideo Kojima