Since its release in 2019, Death Stranding has generated widespread controversy among gamers, with opinions divided on its unique idea. While some found it revolutionary and fresh, others found it dull and lacking in excitement.

But after almost 5 years, it’s time to reveal its incredible source of inspiration. In this article, we’ll take a trip back in time, unravel the historical roots of Death Stranding, and discover how director Hideo Kojima drew inspiration from the past to bring us a unique gaming experience.

The events of the first part of the game Death Stranding take place in the world of the United States of America after the “Death Stranding” disaster, which led to the merging of the world of the living with the world of the dead, which led to the emergence of strange creatures called “BTs” roaming the earth, in which the player plays the role of “Sam”. Bridges is a postman whose mission is to deliver supplies and connect isolated cities in America.

During his journey, Sam faces many challenges, such as the rugged terrain and dangerous creatures, as well as the “temporal rain” that accelerates the aging of everything it touches. Sam relies on his infiltration and combat skills, as well as his advanced equipment, to stay alive and complete his mission.

Is the idea of Death Stranding real?

Through the website XSomeone brought up a very interesting topic related to Japan, which is a job called puka. This job or profession in Japan revolves around a group of people who transport various goods in Japan in mountainous areas that are difficult to access by regular means of transportation.

What is striking and may not be believed is that those who apply for Poca's job in Japan use the same stairs that we saw in the game, and hence the idea of the genius Kojima to create his game, which was released almost simultaneously with the Corona pandemic as well, and the world then became completely dependent on couriers or messengers. People who deliver food, goods, etc.

The game continues to be one of the best games of the year it appeared, with the consensus of many, but as we said, there is a group that did not like the game, and in the end it is not for all players.

Kojima is currently working on the second part of the game, taking full advantage of player reviews of the first part, where we will see more action and decisive moments, more about the game here.

Are you excited to continue Sam's adventure in a world full of chaos and puzzles?