Death Stranding 2: Beach Adventure Unveiled!
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Kojima Productions and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, set to release on June 26, 2025, exclusively for PlayStation 5. The game is a direct sequel to the 2019 title Death Stranding and is written, produced, and directed by Hideo Kojima.
Key Details
- Release Date: June 26, 2025
- Platform: PlayStation 5
- Price: $69.99 for the standard edition, $79.99 for the Digital Deluxe Edition, and $229.99 for the Collector's Edition
- Pre-orders: Begin on March 17, 2025
Gameplay and Features
- Real-time terrain changes, including floods, earthquakes, and forest fires
- The Magellan, an underground vehicle that travels via tar
- Chiral network connectivity affecting travel and crew movement
- Interactive elements, such as a doll mentioned in the trailer
Characters and Cast
The game features returning characters and introduces new ones:
- Sam Porter Bridges (Norman Reedus)
- Fragile (Léa Seydoux)
- Higgs (Troy Baker)
- Elle Fanning's character (possibly named Tomorrow)
- George Miller
- Shioli Kutsuna (as Rainy)
- Fatih Akin
Story Elements
- The game starts not long after the events of Death Stranding
- Lou, a character from the first game, appears to have been shot and turned into a ghost
- Themes of connection and the concept of "strings" are hinted at being central to the story
Additional Information
- A 10-minute trailer was released during a showcase at SXSW, featuring gameplay and cinematic elements
- The Collector's Edition includes a 15-inch statue, a letter from Kojima, and a 3-inch Dollman figurine keychain
- A concert series called "The Str of Harmony Tour" will feature live orchestral performances of the game's music in 19 cities, starting November 2025 in Sydney, Australia
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach promises to expand on the unique world and concepts introduced in the original game, with Hideo Kojima's signature style of storytelling and gameplay innovations.