Hideo Kojima Gets a Nendoroid Figure at Good Smile Fest 2026
The Nendoroid line, known for turning pop-culture figures into cute collectibles, is now extending to a living game director rather than a fictional character, marking a rare crossover between real-world creator branding and merchandise.
Key Facts
- Good Smile Company announced on June 6 that a Nendoroid figure of game director Hideo Kojima is in production.
- The announcement came via Good Smile Company's official X account during Good Smile Fest 2026.
- A colored prototype image shows Kojima in his signature black outfit with arms crossed, but the figure is still under supervision.
- The Nendoroid is part of a broader wave of announcements at Good Smile Fest 2026, which also included figures for Artorias from Dark Souls and the Fire Keeper from Dark Souls III.
- No release date or price has been announced for the Hideo Kojima Nendoroid.
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Good Smile Company announced on June 6 that a Nendoroid figure of game director Hideo Kojima is in production. The announcement came via the company's official X account during Good Smile Fest 2026. A colored prototype image was released, though the figure is still under supervision. The product page is available on the Good Smile Company website. Social media reactions included comments like "This is too unexpected," "Director?" "I want it," and "I want to display it next to Sam from Death Stranding." The figure joins a lineup of other Nendoroid announcements at the same event, including Artorias from Dark Souls and the Fire Keeper from Dark Souls III, both produced by Max Factory.
The Nendoroid is produced by Good Smile Company itself. The colored prototype image shows Kojima in his signature black outfit, with a neutral expression and his arms crossed. The figure is still under supervision, meaning the final design may change before release. A dedicated product page is live on the Good Smile Company website for updates.
Kojima's Nendoroid is part of a broader wave of announcements at Good Smile Fest 2026. The event also revealed Nendoroids for Artorias from Dark Souls and the Fire Keeper from Dark Souls III, both produced by Max Factory. Social media reactions to those figures included comments like "I have to buy it," "I want it so much," and "So cool."
Good Smile Company's Nendoroid line typically adapts fictional characters from anime, games, and movies. A real-world living figure like Kojima is a rare departure. The announcement did not include a release date or price.
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