Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Updates

2025

July 2

• Death Stranding 2 director Hideo Kojima expresses satisfaction with the game's reception, praising how it motivates players to confront global crises like war and environmental destruction.

Read more: Kojima praises Death Stranding 2's impact in encouraging activism against war and climate issues (Eurogamer)

July 1

• The sequel surpasses Mario Kart World in UK physical chart sales, though debut numbers fall 66% short of the original game - reflecting the industry's ongoing shift toward digital purchases.

Read more: Sequel outperforms Mario Kart but trails original Death Stranding sales (Eurogamer)

June 30

• Kojima's signature self-referential Easter eggs reportedly caused some awkward moments among developers during production.

Read more: Kojima's trademark cameos drew reactions from development team (Game8)

June 17

• Composer Woodkid reveals Kojima significantly revised the script mid-development, aiming to avoid conventional blockbuster tropes.

Read more: Director reshaped storyline to avoid mainstream conventions (Game8)

June 13

• Kojima shares paradoxical concerns about early praise potentially diminishing the game's lasting cultural impact.

Read more: Director hopes for substantive critique over easy acclaim (Game8)

June 2

• Kojima Productions announces live gameplay premiere as part of Summer Game Fest, kicking off global promotional tour.

Read more: Worldwide tour to showcase gameplay innovations (Game8)

May 30

• Popular VTuber Usada Pekora joins the cast as an isolated Prepper character.

Read more: Hololive talent becomes in-game NPC (Game8)

May 26

• Alongside known live-action adaptation, Kojima confirms anime project in development.

Read more: Additional animated adaptation revealed (Game8)

• Cryptic promotional video released via QR code teaser campaign.

Read more: Mysterious shelter footage fuels speculation (GamingBolt)

May 9

• Developer hints at franchise future while confirming his own departure from potential third installment.

Read more: Vision for DS3 exists without Kojima's involvement (Game8)

• Release timing strategy explained, including Sony input and competitive considerations.

Read more: Strategic launch date selection explained (Gamerant)

May 8

• Near-completion status confirmed alongside original release planning before GTA 6 delay.

Read more: Development milestones shared ahead of launch (Gamesradar)

• Special edition PS5 controller unveiled through PlayStation collaboration.

Read more: Exclusive DualSense controller announced (VGC)

April 20

• Hamilton watchmaker releases themed luxury timepieces.

Read more: Premium watch collection revealed (PrestigeOnline)