Speaking in Tokyo's trendy Ginza Store as part of the Dream Classroom program, developer has addressed his future in the games industry.

Asked whether he was considering or planning his departure from the games industry, the veteran developer replied: "I'd like to continue being on the scene making games until I die."

He added, jokingly, that he'd also like to go into space one day. When pressed on nearer-term plans, Kojima teased that people should keep an eye out for news at E3.

We'll bring you more on and Kojima very soon.

By Luke Guttridge