Death Stranding 2: On the Beach News
2025
July 2
- Director Hideo Kojima expresses satisfaction with Death Stranding 2's reception, highlighting its themes encouraging players to combat war and environmental crises.
July 1
- The sequel tops UK physical sales charts, surpassing Mario Kart World. Despite this achievement, initial sales trail the original game's performance by 66%, reflecting the industry's continued shift toward digital formats.
Read more: Death Stranding 2 leads UK physical sales while facing digital market realities (Eurogamer)
June 30
- Kojima's tradition of personal Easter eggs returns in Death Stranding 2, with some inclusions reportedly causing amusement among development team members.
Read more: Kojima's signature self-references spark reactions in Death Stranding 2 (Game8)
June 17
- Composer Woodkid reveals Kojima significantly revised the game's script during development to avoid conventional storytelling, aiming to create lasting cultural impact.
Read more: Kojima reshaped Death Stranding 2 to challenge mainstream expectations (Game8)
June 13
- Kojima shares concerns about premature acclaim potentially diminishing the game's long-term cultural relevance, advocating for more critical engagement with his work.
Read more: Kojima seeks meaningful discourse over praise for Death Stranding 2 (Game8)
June 2
- Kojima Productions announces major live premiere event showcasing gameplay ahead of launch, kicking off a worldwide promotional tour across multiple countries.
Read more: Death Stranding 2 global tour begins with exclusive gameplay reveal (Game8)
May 30
- Virtual talent Usada Pekora joins the cast as an isolated NPC, continuing the game's tradition of unconventional cameos and collaborations.
Read more: Death Stranding 2 features VTuber Pekora as special character (Game8)
May 26
- Kojima confirms development of both live-action and animated Death Stranding adaptations during promotional interviews.
Read more: Death Stranding expands with animated adaptation (Game8)
May 26
- A cryptic promotional campaign launches with QR codes leading to mysterious in-game footage, characteristic of Kojima's marketing approach.
Read more: Death Stranding 2 teases fans with enigmatic shelter footage (GamingBolt)
May 9
- Kojima discloses early concepts for a potential third installment while confirming his non-involvement in its development.
- The release schedule was strategically planned in coordination with Sony to avoid competing with other major titles.
Read more: Kojima outlines franchise plans and release strategy (Game8/Gamerant)
May 8
- Development nears completion at 95%, with the release date locked in well before recent industry schedule changes.
Read more: Death Stranding 2 development approaches finish line (Gamesradar)
May 8, 2025
- PlayStation announces limited edition Death Stranding 2-themed DualSense controller launching with the game.
Read more: Special edition PS5 controller celebrates Death Stranding 2 launch (VGC)
April 20
- Premium watchmaker Hamilton reveals special collaboration timepieces inspired by the game's aesthetic.
Read more: Luxury watches join Death Stranding 2 merchandise lineup (PrestigeOnline)
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