Guillermo del Toro Says He Plays Angry Birds ‘Every Day’ of His Life
Guillermo del Toro, the acclaimed filmmaker and self-described die-hard gamer, revealed in an interview at San Diego Comic Con 2026 that he plays Angry Birds “every day” of his life. Speaking with IGN as part of their IGN30 Icon Series, del Toro opened up about his favorite games while celebrating the 20th anniversary of his film Pan’s Labyrinth.
Beyond Angry Birds, del Toro discussed how various games have profoundly impacted him throughout his life. He cited several titles as formative experiences, including Journey, Left 4 Dead, and Monument Valley, demonstrating his appreciation for diverse gaming genres. He also recently shared enthusiasm for the classic survival horror title Resident Evil 2, retweeting fan art of the game’s Super Tyrant character.
Death Stranding particularly resonated with del Toro, moving him to tears. His emotional connection to the game is amplified by his personal involvement—del Toro himself starred in the title, creating a unique intersection of his filmmaking and gaming worlds. The interview highlights how deeply integrated gaming is into del Toro’s creative life and personal interests, with the filmmaker maintaining active engagement across narrative-driven AAA titles and casual mobile games.