Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – News, Reviews, Videos, and More

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Box Art
Publisher
Sony
Developer
Kojima Productions
Platforms
PS5
Release Date
2025
Genre
Action-Adventure

Game Overview:

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is an open world action-adventure game developed by Kojima Productions and published by Sony.

Sam Porter Bridges (played by Norman Reedus) returns as the protagonist, and sets out with his companions on a new journey to save humanity from extinction.

Latest Updates For Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

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15 New Stealth Games of 2025

From passing through like a ghost to sneakily assassinating targets and heists, these stealth games are worth looking out for.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Ending Development Will Start Kojima Productions’ “Phase 2”

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Ending Development Will Start Kojima Productions’ “Phase 2”

According to Kojima, second phase of Kojima Productions will involve working on OD, Physint, as well as an anime series.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature Appearances by Real-World Couriers That Inspired Gameplay

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature Appearances by Real-World Couriers That Inspired Gameplay

The original gameplay in the Death Stranding was inspired by the Japanese bokka - a courier that treks to remote areas for deliveries.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Allows Players to Skip Bosses

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Allows Players to Skip Bosses

Selecting the option from the Game Over screen will describe the boss fight with text and images while allowing players to progress.

Death Stranding 2’s Development is “95 Percent Complete” – Kojima

Death Stranding 2’s Development is “95 Percent Complete” – Kojima

Kojima Productions and PlayStations' open world sequel will launch exclusively for the PlayStation 5 on June 26.

Death Stranding Movie Finds its Director

Death Stranding Movie Finds its Director

Michael Sarnoski, who directed 2024's horror prequel A Quiet Place: Day One, will direct the upcoming A24-produced film.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is Done With Audio Mixing and ADR

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is Done With Audio Mixing and ADR

After having spent around 3 years working with Molinare in London, Hideo Kojima has announced that sound mixing and ADR are done.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Collector’s Edition Showcased in New Trailer

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Collector’s Edition Showcased in New Trailer

Retailing for $229.99, it includes a 15-inch Magellan Man statue, a 3-inch Dollman figurine, art cards, a Collector's Box, and more.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Graphical Analysis – A New Dawn for Decima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Graphical Analysis – A New Dawn for Decima

The upcoming sequel seemingly pushes the limits of the PS5 while expanding on Kojima's eerie universe in unsettling new ways.

5 Things That Stood Out in the Death Stranding 2 Release Date Trailer

5 Things That Stood Out in the Death Stranding 2 Release Date Trailer

Hideo Kojima and his team are at it again.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Says Latest Trailer Has “a Number of Clues”

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Says Latest Trailer Has “a Number of Clues”

Director Hideo Kojima has revealed on social media that there are clues, like highways structures with roofs and glowing structures.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Reveals Themes of Connection Came From Feeling Lonely

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Reveals Themes of Connection Came From Feeling Lonely

"I thought I lost everything when I became alone nine years ago," said Hideo Kojima, referencing his departure from Konami.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Pre-Emptively Apologises for Higgs Being Ridiculous

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Pre-Emptively Apologises for Higgs Being Ridiculous

During the SXSW 2025 panel, Kojima described the character as so ridiculous that players will throw their controllers away by the end.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Hideo Kojima Reveals Details on Decision to Cast Luca Marinelli

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Hideo Kojima Reveals Details on Decision to Cast Luca Marinelli

"Neil is an important role that replaces Cliff from Death Stranding 1. The fans would not be satisfied unless the casting surpassed Mads."

Death Stranding Strands of Harmony Concert Tour Announced, Starts on November 8 in Sydney

Death Stranding Strands of Harmony Concert Tour Announced, Starts on November 8 in Sydney

The concert tour will go all over the world, kicking things off in Sydney in November and wrapping up in Toronto in 2026.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Digital Deluxe and Collector’s Editions Detailed

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Digital Deluxe and Collector’s Editions Detailed

Pre-orders go live on March 17th, with all editions receiving three different in-game Skeletons and a custom Quokka hologram.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Launches on June 26th

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Launches on June 26th

New 10+ minute trailer debuts, featuring new weather conditions, massive B.T.s, and more, with pre-orders starting on March 17th.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Pre-Orders Will Kick off This Month – Rumour

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Pre-Orders Will Kick off This Month – Rumour

Sony will also sell a $229.99 Collector's Edition of the title in North America and Europe, a prominent leaker claims.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature Asynchronous Multiplayer Like the Original

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature Asynchronous Multiplayer Like the Original

The action-adventure title's store listing also mentions a unique and explorable world and exciting and adaptable combat.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Says Next Trailer is in “The Final Stages of Editing”

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Says Next Trailer is in “The Final Stages of Editing”

Hideo Kojima says it "revolves around the music" and pieced together "mostly in my head - during flights and commutes" before editing.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Wraps Up Japanese Voice Work on Scene With Six Actors

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Wraps Up Japanese Voice Work on Scene With Six Actors

Kojima celebrated the work with the actors involved in the scene, but went on to say that there is still plenty of Japanese voice work still left.

A Proper PlayStation Showcase is Much-Needed Needed Now

A Proper PlayStation Showcase is Much-Needed Needed Now

In the immediate aftermath of a fairly underwhelming State of Play, a new PlayStation Showcase seems more necessary than ever.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Upcoming Trailer is Still Being Edited

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Upcoming Trailer is Still Being Edited

Game director Hideo Kojima has continued teasing a new trailer for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach by revealing that he is still editing it.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Special Panel Announced for March 9

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Special Panel Announced for March 9

Game director Hideo Kojima will "discuss and share new details" at SXSW 2025 on the open world title, which is due out later this year for PS5.

How Does 2025 Look So Far for PS5 in Terms of First-Party Games?

How Does 2025 Look So Far for PS5 in Terms of First-Party Games?

What's in store for PS5 owners in 2025?

15 Video Game Sequels of 2025 and Beyond to Look Forward to

15 Video Game Sequels of 2025 and Beyond to Look Forward to

2025 and beyond is packed with some big-name video game sequels.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Trailer Teased by Hideo Kojima Posting 10 Seconds

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Trailer Teased by Hideo Kojima Posting 10 Seconds

Hideo Kojima has continued teasing the next trailer for Death Stranding 2, announcing that this one is currently in the main sound mixing stage.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Hideo Kojima Teases Editing New Trailer

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Hideo Kojima Teases Editing New Trailer

Kojima is "sitting at the editing desk for the first time in a year", and possibly implying a trailer at the rumored upcoming State of Play.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Shioli Kutsuna Wraps Her Part of the Game

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Shioli Kutsuna Wraps Her Part of the Game

As part of her role in Death Stranding 2, Shioli Kutsuna had to work on voice acting, as well as getting 3D scanned to provide facial capture data.

PlayStation is Forgetting What Made it Successful

PlayStation is Forgetting What Made it Successful

Another pair of project cancellations is just the latest in a long list of fumbles by PlayStation this generation.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is Seemingly in the Crunch Phase

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is Seemingly in the Crunch Phase

Kojima Productions founder Hideo Kojima discussed how development is currently in its most physically and mentally demanding phase.

20 New PS5 Exclusive Games For 2025 And Beyond

20 New PS5 Exclusive Games For 2025 And Beyond

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Conan O’Brien Will Appear in Another Future Kojima Productions Game

Conan O’Brien Will Appear in Another Future Kojima Productions Game

O'Brien previously appeared as a side quest character in 2019's Death Stranding, and will be appearing in another future Kojima Productions project.

Death Stranding IP is Now Fully Owned by Kojima Productions

Death Stranding IP is Now Fully Owned by Kojima Productions

The studios is now in full control and ownership of the Death Stranding IP, with the original title also having released for Xbox consoles today.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature a Recap of the First Game

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature a Recap of the First Game

Director Hideo Kojima confirmed the same in a short new video on Twitter, though it's unknown how extensive the recap will be.

Hideo Kojima Hopes His Games Are Appreciated Centuries From Now

Hideo Kojima Hopes His Games Are Appreciated Centuries From Now

"Just as paintings are appraised 100 or 200 years after the artist’s death, games and films also remain as objects to be passed down through generations after their creators pass away," the Metal G...

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – 10 New Details You Should Know

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – 10 New Details You Should Know

The sequel to Kojima Productions' 2019 action-adventure is upping the weirdness quotient. Check out all the latest details here.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Japanese Voice Cast Detailed

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Japanese Voice Cast Detailed

Kojima Productions has revealed details on the Japanese actors who will be reprising their roles in the upcoming sequels, as well as new additions who will be joining the cast.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Features an In-Game Dancing Dollman Event

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Features an In-Game Dancing Dollman Event

Watch a group of Dollman dancing with singer Daichi Miura to the beat of his new single, "Horizon Dreamer," in a Private Room.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Release Date Announcement Coming Next Year, Says Kojima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Release Date Announcement Coming Next Year, Says Kojima

The sequel is still set for 2025, with director Hideo Kojima citing "unforeseen circumstances" for not announcing the date at TGS.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Photo Shoot Event Revealed, Photo Mode Confirmed

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Photo Shoot Event Revealed, Photo Mode Confirmed

Shoot pictures of Rainy, Tomorrow, and Fragile in various poses with a Polaroid camera, which will have some impact on the story.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Gameplay Showcases Tarman, Dollman, Tomorrow, Rainy, and Heartman

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Gameplay Showcases Tarman, Dollman, Tomorrow, Rainy, and Heartman

There's much to glean, like what makes Tarman so unique, introducing Tomorrow and Rainy and confirming Heartman's return.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach TGS Presentation Runtime Extended to 90 Minutes

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach TGS Presentation Runtime Extended to 90 Minutes

The upcoming open world title's Tokyo Game Show 2024 presentation – which was previously set to be an hour long – is now going to be about 30 minutes longer, it's been confirmed.

PlayStation’s Full Tokyo Game Show 2024 Lineup Has Been Revealed

PlayStation’s Full Tokyo Game Show 2024 Lineup Has Been Revealed

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will headline PlayStation's Tokyo Game Show presence, with a live stage presentation scheduled for September 29.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Event Confirmed for Tokyo Game Show 2024 on September 29th

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Event Confirmed for Tokyo Game Show 2024 on September 29th

A development update is inbound, with actors Kenjiro Tsuda and Nana Mizuki confirmed as guests alongside Nicolas Winding Refn.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Teases Another Character in New Silhouette Image

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Teases Another Character in New Silhouette Image

Nana Mizuki, who voiced Fragile in Japanese for the first game, could be featured in the image, perhaps hinting at her return.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Teases New Character in Silhouette Image

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Director Teases New Character in Silhouette Image

The individual could be Kenjiro Tsuda, renowned for roles in Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Might be Being Teased for TGS 2024

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Might be Being Teased for TGS 2024

Kojima Productions and PlayStations are both confirmed to be attending this year's event in September.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Finishes Filming and Recording, Now in “Adjustment Phase,” Says Kojima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Finishes Filming and Recording, Now in “Adjustment Phase,” Says Kojima

The "adjustment phase" for the upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive will last for roughly a year, per director Hideo Kojima.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature Real-Time Terrain Changes Caused by Earthquakes, Forest Fires, Floods, and More

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Feature Real-Time Terrain Changes Caused by Earthquakes, Forest Fires, Floods, and More

During a recent episode of his long-dormant YouTube show, director Hideo Kojima revealed a key game detail for his studio's upcoming game.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn’t Set in North America, Kojima Confirms

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn’t Set in North America, Kojima Confirms

New details have also been revealed on the ship that will serve as Sam's base of operations, and how it will travel around the world.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Trailer Analysis – What is Going on?

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Trailer Analysis – What is Going on?

Once again, a Kojima trailer has left us with a thousand tantalizing questions.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Enlists Metal Gear Solid 5’s Action Director

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Enlists Metal Gear Solid 5’s Action Director

Action director Yoji Shimomura has previously also worked on several Devil May Cry and Bayonetta titles.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Living Puppet Character Detailed by Kojima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’s Living Puppet Character Detailed by Kojima

The puppet – whose name hasn't yet been revealed – is played by Jonathan Roumie, with his likeness based on Turkish-German film director Fatih Akin.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn’t Bringing Back Mads Mikkelsen, Kojima Confirms

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn’t Bringing Back Mads Mikkelsen, Kojima Confirms

"If you have played Death Stranding 1 to the end, you will understand," Kojima says about the absence of Mikkelsen's character in the upcoming sequel.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Have “Many More Characters” That Haven’t Yet Been Announced – Kojima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Will Have “Many More Characters” That Haven’t Yet Been Announced – Kojima

Despite giving us a fresh look at the Death Stranding sequel in a recent trailer, Hideo Kojima has pointed out that there's more yet to be seen.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Launches in 2025

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Launches in 2025

True to recent leaks, the game has been officially given a subtitle, though it won't be out until next year.

Amidst Death Stranding 2 Rumours, Hideo Kojima Really Wants You to Watch the Upcoming State of Play

Amidst Death Stranding 2 Rumours, Hideo Kojima Really Wants You to Watch the Upcoming State of Play

Leaks have claimed that the Kojima Productions sequel's full, official title is set to be unveiled as Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.

PlayStation State of Play Potentially on January 31st/February 1st, Includes Death Stranding 2 – Rumor

PlayStation State of Play Potentially on January 31st/February 1st, Includes Death Stranding 2 – Rumor

The rumored showcase also reportedly features high-profile titles like Rise of the Ronin, Silent Hill 2, Judas and many more.

Death Stranding 2’s Full Title is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Next Trailer Coming Within 15 Days – Rumour

Death Stranding 2’s Full Title is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Next Trailer Coming Within 15 Days – Rumour

A new trailer for the game will arrive within the next 15 days, a prominent and reliable leaker has claimed.

Death Stranding 2’s Japanese Voice Overs Will Begin Recording in 2024

Death Stranding 2’s Japanese Voice Overs Will Begin Recording in 2024

Hideo Kojima provides an update on the sequel's development, as well as other projects that he's working on.

Death Stranding 2 Seemingly Teased for The Game Awards

Death Stranding 2 Seemingly Teased for The Game Awards

A now-deleted tweet by The Game Awards' official account might be hinting at an upcoming showcase for Kojima Productions' sequel.

New Hideo Kojima Photo Might be Hinting at an Upcoming State of Play

New Hideo Kojima Photo Might be Hinting at an Upcoming State of Play

A new image of Hideo Kojima editing a new Death Stranding 2 trailer could potentially be hinting at an upcoming State of Play presentation.

Death Stranding 2 Changes the Meaning of “Strand”, May Use Music in New Ways – Kojima

Death Stranding 2 Changes the Meaning of “Strand”, May Use Music in New Ways – Kojima

"With the inability to return to the original world, I have been thinking again about 'connection'", says director Hideo Kojima.

Death Stranding Movie – Hideo Kojima is “Deeply Involved in Producing, Supervising, Plotting”

Death Stranding Movie – Hideo Kojima is “Deeply Involved in Producing, Supervising, Plotting”

The Kojima isn't directing the film, he says he's still "deeply involved" in nearly all aspects of the project.

Death Stranding 2 – Elle Fanning Talks Motion Capture and Acting, Crying on Demand

Death Stranding 2 – Elle Fanning Talks Motion Capture and Acting, Crying on Demand

The Maleficient actress also revealed that her "gamer friends" are "freaking out. This is the best thing I've ever done in their eyes."

Death Stranding 2 “Already Looks Outstanding,” but it’s “Going to Get So Much Better,” Actor Says

Death Stranding 2 “Already Looks Outstanding,” but it’s “Going to Get So Much Better,” Actor Says

Elle Fanning, who'll be part of Death Stranding 2's star-studded cast, has been tld by Hideo Kojima that the game will continue to push the envelope on a technical level.

Death Stranding 2 Will Use “New Techniques” for “More Photorealistic CG” – Kojima

Death Stranding 2 Will Use “New Techniques” for “More Photorealistic CG” – Kojima

"We will be using new techniques that were not used in the previous game," Hideo Kojima says about the upcoming sequel.

Death Stranding 2 Might Come Out in 2024

Death Stranding 2 Might Come Out in 2024

Death Stranding 2 might not have an official release date yet, but an artist's online profile has indicated that the game is coming out some time in 2024.

Death Stranding 2’s Story Will Have an Important Role for Fragile – Hideo Kojima

Death Stranding 2’s Story Will Have an Important Role for Fragile – Hideo Kojima

Kojima has stated that the character of Lea Seydoux—Fragile—will have an important role to play in the upcoming Death Stranding 2.

Death Stranding 2 Reveal Trailer – What Secrets Does It Hold?

Death Stranding 2 Reveal Trailer – What Secrets Does It Hold?

What the hell is going on in the reveal trailer of Death Stranding 2?

Hideo Kojima Explains Why He “Completely Rewrote” Death Stranding 2 Due to the Pandemic

Hideo Kojima Explains Why He “Completely Rewrote” Death Stranding 2 Due to the Pandemic

"When something takes place that nobody thought was possible, works of fiction written before it become less effective as entertainment," says Kojima.

Death Stranding 2 is “Not Just a Regular Sequel,” Kojima Says

Death Stranding 2 is “Not Just a Regular Sequel,” Kojima Says

Hideo Kojima says that thanks to improvements in technology, "things that were impossible before are now possible."

Death Stranding 2 Seemingly Won’t Bring Back Heartman

Death Stranding 2 Seemingly Won’t Bring Back Heartman

Actor Darren Jacobs, who voiced the character in the first game, said in now-deleted tweets that he won't be back for the sequel.

Death Stranding 2 Announced, Cinematic Trailer Revealed

Death Stranding 2 Announced, Cinematic Trailer Revealed

Troy Baker, Lea Seydoux, and Norman Reedus return. The sequel is coming to PS5 and seems to take place years later with strange things afoot.

Kojima Productions’ “Who Am I?” Project Seems to be Death Stranding 2 – Rumour

Kojima Productions’ “Who Am I?” Project Seems to be Death Stranding 2 – Rumour

The recent Twitter activity of a Kojima Productions producer seems to imply that the project currently being teased is a Death Stranding sequel.

Alleged Leaked PlayStation Document Also Mentions Death Stranding 2, Horizon Forbidden West for PC, and More

Alleged Leaked PlayStation Document Also Mentions Death Stranding 2, Horizon Forbidden West for PC, and More

Also mentioned are an open world game from Sumo Digital, a survival horror title by Firesprite, and a Returnal PC port.

Google Cancelled a Stadia-Exclusive Single Player Death Stranding Sequel – Rumour

Google Cancelled a Stadia-Exclusive Single Player Death Stranding Sequel – Rumour

As per a new report, Stadia boss Phil Harrison ended up cancelling the project following initial approval due to its single player-only nature.

Death Stranding 2 Rumours Seemingly Acknowledged by Hideo Kojima

Death Stranding 2 Rumours Seemingly Acknowledged by Hideo Kojima

Actor Norman Reedus recently slip that work on a Death Stranding sequel is underway, and Hideo Kojima seems to have responded with a cryptic tweet.

Death Stranding 2 is in the Works, Says Norman Reedus

Death Stranding 2 is in the Works, Says Norman Reedus

In a recent interview, Reedus said, "We just started part two of that" while also discussing how he first met Hideo Kojima and got the role.

Death Stranding 2 is “in Negotiations,” Says Norman Reedus

Death Stranding 2 is “in Negotiations,” Says Norman Reedus

The actor has suggested that a second Death Stranding game is happening, and that it is currently in the negotiation stages.

Death Stranding 2 Could Happen, But It Would Need To Start From Zero – Kojima

Death Stranding 2 Could Happen, But It Would Need To Start From Zero – Kojima

Hideo Kojima might have a few more ideas for this new universe he's created.

Death Stranding Ending Explained, And How (Or If) It Sets Up A Sequel

Death Stranding Ending Explained, And How (Or If) It Sets Up A Sequel

It all makes sense if you really, really (really) think about it.

Death Stranding Sequels Are Needed To Establish The Genre, Says Director

Death Stranding Sequels Are Needed To Establish The Genre, Says Director

Don't be surprised when Death Stranding 2 gets announced.

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