26th June, 2025 – KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS is proud to announce today that DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH is now available on PlayStation 5. Check out the final trailer here.
Hideo Kojima’s long-anticipated sequel to 2019’s Death Stranding has finally arrived, and early impressions suggest it delivers everything fans were hoping for—and more. Death Stranding 2: On The Beach expands upon the foundations of the original game while introducing bold new mechanics, an evolved narrative, and a reimagined world teeming with mystery and emotional depth.
A New Journey Begins
Once again, players step into the boots of Sam Porter Bridges (played by Norman Reedus), now navigating a fragmented world with new companions, challenges, and revelations. Set years after the events of the first game, On The Beach explores themes of connection, identity, and purpose in the wake of societal rebirth.
More Than a Sequel
Fans of the first game will be pleased to find that the sequel refines the unique traversal and delivery-based gameplay that made the original a cult hit. Kojima Productions has introduced new vehicles, gadgets, and traversal systems, making the journey across treacherous landscapes smoother, more dynamic, and often more dangerous.
Combat has also been revamped, with deeper customization, more fluid encounters, and AI companions that adapt based on player behavior. The game also leans into cooperative asynchronous multiplayer in fresh and unexpected ways—pushing the theme of “Strands” even further.
Visual and Audio Experience
Built from the ground up for PlayStation 5, Death Stranding 2 takes full advantage of the console’s hardware. From hyper-detailed environments to immersive 3D audio and haptic feedback, every element is designed to heighten the sense of presence and emotional immersion.
Ludvig Forssell returns to deliver a haunting and cinematic score, while a new curated soundtrack blends perfectly with the game’s signature tone of isolation and hope.
What Lies Ahead
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS continues to redefine what a story-driven game can be. Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is more than just a sequel—it’s a statement. With strong early reviews and an engaged fanbase, this could very well be one of the defining titles of the PlayStation 5 era.
PHOTO CREDIT: Hideo Kojima & Kojima Productions
