DATE: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
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Xbox Isn't Paying $400 Million for Physint After All

Xbox Isn't Paying $400 Million for Physint After All

Sep 28, 2026 - 17:23
Hideo Kojima's Physint isn't costing Xbox $400 million after all, new reports suggest
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Key Highlights

  • Xbox drops $400 million Physint deal.
  • Physint signed for significantly less than $400 million.
  • Xbox to publish Physint instead of PlayStation.

Xbox has reportedly abandoned its plans to pay $400 million for Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear spiritual successor Physint. The game's future is now secure, despite ongoing restructuring at Xbox.

Physint was initially expected to be a major exclusive for PlayStation, but Sony cancelled the game entirely. The game's budget has been a subject of speculation. Reports suggest it was going to be significantly higher than the $400 million figure.

than initially expected.

Windows Central's Jez Corden has shared a similar claim. Officials stated that sources with direct knowledge of the contracts in question told him that the number is significantly smaller than $400 million. than initially expected.

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This new information casts doubt on the earlier reports suggesting a $400 million deal. With some speculating that the actual budget may be closer to $200-300 million.

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Catherine Lewis

Hideo Kojima has also commented on the situation, stating that Xbox had never seen anything like Physint. The game's development has been shrouded in mystery, with many speculating about the game's budget and future prospects. However, with Xbox now on board, the game's future is looking more secure.

Physint is set to be published by Xbox instead of PlayStation. The game's cast includes John Wick 4 star Bill Skarsgård, Charlee Fraser, Don Lee, and Minami Hamabe. The game's production has been handled by Kojima Productions.

In collaboration with In Physint, a studio that has worked on several AAA titles.

Xbox has confirmed that Physint will be published under its umbrella, marking a significant shift in the game's distribution. The news comes as Xbox continues to navigate its restructuring efforts, with the company looking to strengthen its lineup of exclusive titles.

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Physint's acquisition has been a significant development in the gaming industry, with many fans eagerly awaiting the game's release. With Xbox now committed to publishing the game, fans can look forward to a more detailed release window in the coming months.

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The news has sparked renewed interest in Physint, with many fans taking to social media to discuss the game's prospects. Kojima Productions, the studio behind Physint, has maintained a low profile since the game's announcement, fueling speculation about the game's development and release date.

The game's budget and development timeline remain a mystery, but with Xbox on board, the game's future is looking more secure.

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