Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Hideo Kojima is back with another mind-bending experience, and this time, it’s even more cryptic, more surreal, and possibly more unsettling than before. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is the highly anticipated sequel to 2019’s Death Stranding, a game that divided opinions but undeniably left its mark on the industry. With Kojima at the helm, expectations are sky-high. Let’s dive into everything we know so far.

Death Stranding 2 Plot

Set several years after the events of the first game, Death Stranding 2 once again follows Sam Porter Bridges, played by Norman Reedus. After the collapse of the United Cities of America, Sam embarks on a new journey to reconnect people across a broken world. This time, he’s joined by new and returning characters, including Fragile (Léa Seydoux) and mysterious newcomers like Elle Fanning’s enigmatic character.

Kojima has hinted that this sequel is heavily inspired by his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring themes of isolation, reconnection, and the blurred lines between life and death. The game also dives deeper into the concept of the Beach, a liminal space between existence and the afterlife. Expect cryptic storytelling, existential dread, and plenty of Kojima’s signature weirdness.

Death Stranding 2 Gameplay

While the first Death Stranding was often (and unfairly) reduced to a “walking simulator,” its unique traversal mechanics and asynchronous multiplayer made it an entirely fresh experience. The sequel looks to build on that foundation.

From what we’ve seen in trailers, Sam will have access to new traversal tools, vehicles, and possibly even combat mechanics. The trailer teases large-scale mechs, unsettlingly organic enemies, and expanded co-op elements. The game retains its core philosophy of connection, but how that translates into gameplay remains a mystery. One thing is certain: Kojima isn’t about to deliver a conventional action game.

Death Stranding 2 Platform

For now, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is confirmed as a PlayStation 5 exclusive. Given that the original Death Stranding eventually made its way to PC, there’s a chance this sequel might follow the same route. However, no official word on a PC release has been announced yet.

Death Stranding 2 System Requirements

Since there are no reports about the game releasing on PC, we don't know what system requirements it would need. Since the game would be released on a PS5, we can expect it to be quite demanding. So, we advise you to have a PC with hardware capable of running most AAA games released lately.