Journalists spent 30 hours in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - the game turned out to be large-scale and impressive
Studio Kojima Productions held a closed presentation of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, where members of the press were given the opportunity to sample more than 30 hours of content – an unprecedented volume for the industry. The game was rated positively by both fans of the original and those who had previously remained indifferent to the first part..
As noted in the preliminary materials, death stranding 2 retains the basic mechanics: it's still a game about single player movement in an open world, overcoming rugged terrain and otherworldly threats. However, the sequel significantly expands the gaming experience — there was flexibility in approaches, new weather effects that change routes, and dynamic change of day and night, which affects the behavior of enemies.
The combat system has been significantly developed: added stealth, first-person aiming, and a new dynamic camera. You can remove the backpack for greater mobility, and the leveling up has become deeper and more logical. Journalists compare freedom of action with Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.
The game's plot continues the first part: the beginning takes place in Mexico, the main action takes place in Australia. The goal is to expand the chiral network beyond America. It will take 60 to 80 hours to complete, with four difficulty levels available, especially noticeable in combat sequences.
Journalists also praised technical condition of the project: death stranding 2 offers 60 FPS even on the base PlayStation 5. According to VGC, it can be "Hideo Kojima's best game since Phantom Pain" Press Start and GameSpot emphasize that despite the similarities with the first part, the sequel feels much richer and more interesting.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Release Date: June 26, 2025, and buyers of the enhanced digital edition will get early access on June 24. Sony is also preparing a limited edition DualSense in the style of the game.
