Metal Gear creator Kojima was barred from attending Game Awards function, per an announcement by host Geoff Keighley.

A lawyer for Konami reportedly barred Kojima from attending, nor accept his awards.

The Phantom Pains Kiefer Sutherland accepted one of Metal Gears awards on his behalf.

Konami Bans Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima from accepting awards

When the news was revealed, the audience bood in protest.

@HIDEO_KOJIMA_ENcongrats, we miss you my friend!

Metal Gear Solid V won best action/adventure game during the show.

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source: www.techworm.net