Hideo Kojima World Tour Impending

Gamers — especially fans of Metal Gear — take note: Legendary game designer Hideo Kojima could be coming to a city near you.

To celebrate the release of Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, Kojima will be visiting select cities around the world. Check out his World Tour here: http://www.konami.jp/mgs_pw/world/en/

Developed by legendary Hideo Kojima – the mastermind behind the most successful video game tactical-espionage series of all time – this latest PSP system installment picks up where Metal Gear Solid®3 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system leaves off as players take control of the famed Naked Snake. Taking place in 1974, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker features original game design, story and scenario by Hideo Kojima. Scheduled to launch in 2010, the game takes the series in an exciting new direction with its incredible visuals and its unique new game system designed specifically with the PSP in mind.

Check out some recent gameplay footage here.