Hideo Kojima, the influential designer behind Death Stranding 2, is venturing into voice acting by lending his voice to a character in Disney's animated feature Zootropolis 2. After successfully completing the highly anticipated Death Stranding sequel, Kojima was invited by the film's director to play the role of Paul Moldebrandt, a mole in the Zootopia Police Department. He expressed his excitement for voicing a character in a Disney film, noting that this is his first experience with dubbing an animated film. Kojima has referred to the original Zootopia as his favorite film and mentioned the awe-inspiring level of detail during the recording process. In addition to his new role in Zootropolis 2, Kojima is actively working on various game projects, including an Xbox-exclusive horror title named OD which he describes as radically different.

What is Hideo Kojima's new role in Zootropolis 2?

Hideo Kojima has been cast as Paul Moldebrandt, a cartoon mole in the Japanese dub of Disney's Zootropolis 2, a significant departure from his usual work in video games.

Zootopia, released in 2016, became a cultural phenomenon, known for its unique take on a world populated by anthropomorphic animals. The film's themes of diversity and acceptance resonated with audiences, leading to a significant fanbase. The sequel aims to continue exploring these themes while introducing fresh characters and stories, with Kojima's involvement adding an exciting twist for both fans of animation and gamers alike.