Death Stranding 2 on the Beach: Release Date and Gameplay Revealed
Pre-orders for the game begin on March 17, with standard edition costing $69.99, Digital Deluxe Edition costing $79.99, and Collector's Edition costing $229.99, and the game's return to the original's formula has reignited interest in the game, despite previous reservations, with a focus on exploration and character interactions.
The highly anticipated game Death Stranding 2 has been confirmed for a June 26, 2025 release on PlayStation 5, with early access for Digital Deluxe and Collector's Edition buyers starting on June 24, and its 10-minute trailer showcases cinematics, gameplay, and a character resembling Solid Snake from Metal Gear.
The game's story follows Sam, who sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction, accompanied by companions and facing otherworldly enemies. The game's release will be supported by a global concert tour, The Strands of Harmony World Tour, featuring an orchestra and singers performing selections from Ludvig Forssell's scores. The game's tagline is "Should We Have Connected?" and the Collector's Edition includes a 15" statue of the Magellan Man, a creature inspired by Metal Gear Rex.
The game's 10-minute trailer features a new character, Neil, played by Luca Marinelli, who is reminiscent of Solid Snake. Neil is talking to a government official, discussing his reluctance to do their dirty work, and is seen smuggling something across the border from Mexico. The trailer hints at Kojima's tendency to incorporate real-world events and themes into his games, such as gun culture and social control.
The game appears to be a commentary on current events, including gun culture and American exceptionalism. The trailer also shows a mech called Magellan, which looks similar to the iconic Metal Gear Rex. With its unique world and characters, Death Stranding 2 is set to be an exciting release, and fans are eagerly awaiting its launch on June 26, 2025.
