"Mickey 17 bros, we made it" - Fans react hilariously to Hideo Kojima's review of Mickey 17

Mickey 17 has been one of the most anticipated movies of 2025, already grossing over $120 million worldwide. Directed by Academy Award-winning director Bong Joon Ho and starring Robert Pattinson, the film follows a man who joins a space colony as an "Expendable," a disposable worker who is cloned every time he dies for research purposes. While the movie has received mostly positive reviews, it seems a certain genius game designer has just raved about it - none other than the legendary Hideo Kojima!

Kojima recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his review of Mickey 17. The 61-year-old described it as unmistakably a Bong Joon-Ho film, infused with the director's unique DNA and brimming with auteur-driven sensibilities and disruptive energy that challenge Hollywood norms. He also praised Pattinson - all 17 versions of him- and called Bong Joon-Ho a modern-day “Chaplin,” constantly redefining the rules of cinema. The review has left the internet surprised, with those who were hesitant to watch the film now eager to give it a shot.

Hilarious Fan Reactions

Fans quickly took to Hideo Kojima's comments section to share their hilarious reactions to his Mickey 17 review.

"Mickey 17 bros, we made it." a fan wrote.

It looks like those who had been urging others to watch Mickey 17 now have the ultimate stamp of approval to back their claims - a legendary video game creator raving about it himself!

"Goofball, why are you still wearing a mask? 😂," wondered another.

Some fans were amused by Kojima wearing a mask in the theater while watching Mickey 17 in the image he shared, especially since masks are no longer mandatory after COVID subsided. Well, perhaps he's just being extra cautious, as he might have more legendary video game ideas brewing and won’t let anything get in the way!

Emojis assemble! (via @_Esteban00/X)

Kojima's Mickey 17 review seems to have unleashed a wave of positive emojis from fans' keyboards. Talk about a hit review!

"Include Rob in Death Stranding 2," a fan said.

Now that Hideo Kojima has praised Robert Pattinson's performance in Mickey 17, this fan is hoping Kojima casts him in the sequel to the highly successful video game Death Stranding. Time to get scanned, Pattinson!

"Thoughts on solo leveling?" asked another.

This user has the perfect suggestion for what Kojima should watch and review next - the hit Japanese anime Solo Leveling, which has been taking the anime world by storm.

Hideo Kojima’s glowing review of Mickey 17 has sparked renewed interest among his fans, encouraging many to head to the theaters and experience the film firsthand. With such high praise from the renowned game designer, will you be checking out the film as well?