DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH - Buying Guide: Release Date & FAQ
Complete buying guide for DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH including release dates, edition differences, pricing, and frequently asked questions about Hideo Kojima's highly anticipated sequel.
In DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH, you play as Sam, embarking on a new journey with companions to save humanity from extinction. The game launches later this year. Below is your essential buying guide.
Key Purchase Info
- Release Date: June 26, 2025
- Digital Deluxe Edition unlocks 48 hours early (June 24, 2025).
- Platform: PlayStation 5 (PS5) exclusively.
- Official Pricing (PlayStation HK Store):
- Standard Edition: $70 USD
- Digital Deluxe Edition: $80 USD
- Buy Here: https://store.playstation.com/zh-hans-hk/product/JP9000-PPSA02015_00-DS2OTBDDE0000001
- Pre-order Bonuses (All Editions):
- Hologram: Quokka (Early Unlock)
- Silver Bola Gun (Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3)
- Silver Assault Skeleton (Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3)
- Silver Power Skeleton (Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3)
- Silver Stabilizer Skeleton (Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3)
Edition Differences
1. Standard Edition:
- Base Game (Digital Download Code)
- Pre-order Bonuses
2. Digital Deluxe Edition:
- Base Game (Digital Download Code)
- 48-hour Early Access (Play from June 24)
- Digital Deluxe Items:
- Machine Gun (MP Ammo) [Lv.1] (Early Unlock)
- Gold Assault Skeleton (Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3)
- Gold Power Skeleton (Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3)
- Gold Stabilizer Skeleton (Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3)
- Sticker #70: Quokka
- Sticker #71: Chiral Creature (Cat)
- Sticker #72: WhyMe?
- Pre-order Bonuses: (Same as above: Hologram + Silver Skeletons & Bola Gun)
3. Collector’s Edition:
- Base Game (Digital Download Code)
- Collector’s Box
- 48-hour Early Access (Play from June 24)
- Ludens Magellan Figurine
- DOLLMAN Mini Figurine
- Art Cards
- A Letter from Hideo Kojima
- Digital Deluxe Items: (Same as Digital Deluxe Edition: Machine Gun, Gold Skeletons, Stickers)
- Pre-order Bonuses: (Same as above: Hologram + Silver Skeletons & Bola Gun)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What kind of game is this?
DEATH STRANDING 2 is a third-person open-world action-adventure game. Players deliver cargo, combat human and supernatural enemies, explore a post-apocalyptic world on foot or using vehicles, and unravel a complex and compelling sci-fi narrative.
2. Do I need to play the first game to understand this one?
While newcomers can jump into DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH, familiarity with the original Death Stranding (or its Director’s Cut) will significantly enhance your understanding of the sequel’s gameplay mechanics, story, and characters.
3. Does the game have multiplayer?
Similar to the original, DEATH STRANDING 2 features asynchronous online multiplayer (“Social Strand System”). When connected to a map region, you can see and utilize structures, roads, and paths left by other players.
4. Is PlayStation Plus required for multiplayer?
No. Accessing the asynchronous online multiplayer features does not require an active PlayStation Plus subscription.
5. Is there a PlayStation 4 version?
No. DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH is available exclusively on PlayStation 5.
Game Screenshots
DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH represents Hideo Kojima’s continued evolution of the strand-type game genre. With enhanced gameplay mechanics, stunning visuals powered by the PlayStation 5, and a compelling narrative that builds upon the foundation of the original, this sequel promises to deliver another unforgettable journey through a beautifully desolate world. Whether you’re a returning porter or new to Sam’s story, the various editions offer something for every level of fan investment.
