Legendary game creator Hideo Kojima is once again flexing his unique flair for merchandise. After consistently sparking buzz with his games and cinematic projects, the latest official reveal for a limited-edition collectible is none other than a "Death Stranding" exclusive harmonica. 
With only 1,000 units available worldwide, and exclusively sold during the "Strands of Harmony" concert tour, its extreme rarity has sent fans into a frenzy. Some are even calling it "harder to get than a rare in-game item."
Crafted by veteran Japanese instrument maker Suzuki Music, this harmonica draws its design inspiration from the in-game instruments featured in "Death Stranding" and "Death Stranding 2: On the Beach."
Sporting a skeletal hand motif and emblazoned with "Strands of Harmony," it's an instant collector's item. The official word is that this isn't just a display piece; it's built on the renowned MANJI M-20 model, promising rich tones and robust durability. Its body, made from wood-fiber reinforced resin, delivers a warm, full sound, while the unique casing offers both a comfortable grip and excellent resonance. 
While pricing hasn't been revealed, considering the standard M-20 goes for around $55, many players are predicting a significant price hike for this limited collector's edition. With only 20 tour dates and just 50 units available at each show, the sheer difficulty of snagging one has many players lamenting, "It's harder than chasing a BB in the game!"
But the harmonica isn't the only thing buzzing in the fan community. Some are even saying they'd rather wait for a replica of "Higgs' Guitar" to drop. This instrument, glimpsed in the game's wild trailers, hasn't officially launched yet, but after finishing "Death Stranding 2," player anticipation for this particular axe has only intensified. 
On another note, Hideo Kojima also revealed that the percentage of "Death Stranding 2" players who continue playing after beating the game has increased by another 0.1%, jokingly hoping to push that number to 80% someday. Clearly, whether it's the games themselves or the merchandise, Kojima continues to master the art of capturing player attention and sparking conversation.