Hideo Kojima has revealed major details about Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, including its release date, new gameplay, and collector’s edition. The game will launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on 26 June 2025, with pre-orders starting 17 March 2025.
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A New Trailer and a Familiar Face
Kojima Productions showcased a 10-minute trailer at SXSW 2025 in Austin, Texas, featuring new cinematics, gameplay, and surprises. The most talked-about moment involved Luca Marinelli’s character, Neil, who bears a striking resemblance to Solid Snake from Metal Gear.
The trailer shows Neil putting on a bandanna, a signature look of Snake. Fans quickly pointed out the similarities. Kojima had previously said on Instagram, “If he donned a bandanna, he’d be a spitting image of Solid Snake!”
The trailer also introduced Magellan Man, a massive tar-like creature fused with DHV Magellan. It looks like a mech similar to Metal Gear Rex. This creature will be available as a 15-inch statue in the Collector’s Edition.
WATCH THE TRAILER:
Quokka Takes Centre Stage
The game will feature Australia’s iconic quokka in a big way. While it’s unclear how quokkas fit into the storyline, special editions will include:
- Quokka Hologram
- Quokka Patch
This addition has excited Australian fans, who are eager to see how Kojima integrates the quokka into the Death Stranding universe.
Figure 1: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will launch with multiple editions, including a Collector’s Edition available for pre-order from PlayStation and select retailers worldwide. Here are the details of each version. [PS5]
Death Stranding 2: Special Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses
Death Stranding 2 will be available in multiple editions, each offering unique content.
Collector’s Edition – $229.99 USD / €249.99 / ¥31,980
- Full game (digital download)
- 48-hour early access (from 24 June 2025)
- Collector’s Box
- 15-inch Magellan Man Statue
- 3-inch Dollman Figurine
- Art Cards & Letter from Hideo Kojima
- In-game items:
- Machine Gun (MP Bullets) LV1 early unlock
- Battle Skeleton: Gold (LV1–LV3)
- Boost Skeleton: Gold (LV1–LV3)
- Bokka Skeleton: Gold (LV1–LV3)
- Quokka Patch
- Chiral Feline Patch
- Why Me? Patch
Pre-order bonuses:
- Quokka Hologram
- Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
- Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
- Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
Digital Deluxe Edition – $79.99 USD / €89.99 / ¥9,980
- Full game (digital download)
- 48-hour early access
- Same in-game items as Collector’s Edition
Pre-order bonuses:
- Quokka Hologram
- Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
- Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
- Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
Standard Edition – $69.99 USD / €79.99 / ¥8,980
- Full game (digital download)
Pre-order bonuses:
- Quokka Hologram
- Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
- Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
- Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1–LV3)
Strands of Harmony World Tour
Kojima Productions announced a global concert tour for Death Stranding, starting on 8 November 2025 at the Sydney Opera House. The Strands of Harmony World Tour will feature:
- Full orchestra performing Death Stranding music
- HD video projections showing moments from both games
- 19 cities worldwide
Fans can expect a live music experience celebrating Kojima’s vision for the franchise.
Hideo Kojima’s Expanding Universe
Beyond Death Stranding 2, Kojima is working on:
- A live-action Death Stranding film with A24 (Everything Everywhere All at Once)
- OD for Xbox Game Studios
- Physint, a video game and movie hybrid for Sony
Due to an ongoing video game actors’ strike, OD and Physint have faced delays. Kojima has not announced release dates for these projects.
Final Thoughts
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is shaping up to be one of 2025’s most anticipated games. With new gameplay, iconic references, and the legendary quokka, Kojima once again proves his ability to create unique experiences.
Are you excited for Death Stranding 2? Will the quokka play a major role? Let us know in the comments!
