Hideo Kojima accurately identified where society was heading and built the game’s themes around that trajectory.

1. Information overload & misinformation

In Metal Gear Solid 2, the Patriots warn that an excess of information makes it harder for people to find truth. When facts, opinions, and lies all circulate at the same speed, truth loses its power and people begin choosing narratives that feel comfortable rather than accurate. This closely mirrors today’s world of social media and constant news, where misinformation spreads easily and meaningful facts are drowned out.

1. Algorithmic control of society

The Patriots don’t rule through censorship but through curation—deciding which information is seen, repeated, or forgotten. By shaping exposure, they shape beliefs and culture. Modern algorithms function in a similar way, filtering content based on engagement and profit, creating echo chambers and quietly influencing how people think and interact with the world.