19th March, 2026 – KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, in collaboration with Nixxes Software, is proud to announce that DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH is now available on PC through the Steam and Epic Games Store. Watch the brand-new launch trailer, edited by Hideo Kojima, here.
In this standalone sequel, DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH offers a new range of tools, weapons and vehicles at Sam’s disposal. With his companions from DRAWBRIDGE by his side, Sam takes on a new adventure to connect Australia to the Chiral network. Beset on all sides by enemies, Sam will have to shoot, sneak, and sprint his way out of trouble, as well as survive natural disasters such as earthquakes, sandstorms and forest fires, and brave the ruinous Timefall as he strives to save humanity from extinction once again. The Social Strand System returns, connecting players from around the globe allowing you to shape someone else’s world, and have their actions shape yours.
A brand-new challenge has arrived onto the PC version of DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH. For those seeking the ultimate gameplay challenge to accompany the story, “to the wilder” mode tests your porter skills to the extreme in merciless environments filled with deadly enemies, and completing orders will require every ounce of ingenuity you can muster. Although there is no turning back once you embark upon this punishing journey, your reward will be a sense of satisfaction that is truly priceless, and you can expect genuine gratitude from the other porters you help.
Sam can also access new fieldware including new bandanas which can be unlocked through the newly added “Trapped in a Strange Realm”; a VR training area where you can relive Sam’s epic confrontations with Neil. Porters can also expect to see visits from the Chiral Feline in the private room aboard the DHV Magellan, new additions – including the Chiral Feline – to Photo Mode.
Thanks to our friends at Nixxes Software, features exclusive to the PC version include full integration with NVIDIA’s DLSS, AMD’s FSR and Intel’s XeSS and upscaling and frame generation technologies as well as uncapped frame rates and customised graphical settings1, super-ultrawide (32:9) support for gameplay, with standard ultrawide (21:9) support for in-game cut scenes2, full mouse and keyboard support with custom keybind mapping, full DualSense controller integration, with haptic feedback, adaptive trigger functionality3, and Spatial Sound Support4. Standard ultrawide (21:9) support will also be made available for the PS5 version also.
Additionally, players on PC with high-end PC hardware will have the additional option to enable Ray Tracing on Reflections and Ambient Occlusion via additional settings. When enabled, ray-traced reflections are applied on surfaces such as water and tar, while ray-traced ambient occlusion applies ambient lighting affects to scenes, resulting in more realistic shadows in crevices, corners, and between objects. These additional PC options are aimed at players with powerful hardware that want to push visual fidelity beyond the "Very High" graphics settings the game already offers. Though would like to note that Ray Tracing is not part of the minimum or recommended specifications for the core experience and is not required to enjoy the game as intended.
In this standalone sequel, DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH offers a new range of tools, weapons and vehicles at Sam’s disposal. With his companions from DRAWBRIDGE by his side, Sam takes on a new adventure to connect Australia to the Chiral network. Beset on all sides by enemies, Sam will have to shoot, sneak, and sprint his way out of trouble, as well as survive natural disasters such as earthquakes, sandstorms and forest fires, and brave the ruinous Timefall as he strives to save humanity from extinction once again. The Social Strand System returns, connecting players from around the globe allowing you to shape someone else’s world, and have their actions shape yours.
A brand-new challenge has arrived onto the PC version of DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH. For those seeking the ultimate gameplay challenge to accompany the story, “to the wilder” mode tests your porter skills to the extreme in merciless environments filled with deadly enemies, and completing orders will require every ounce of ingenuity you can muster. Although there is no turning back once you embark upon this punishing journey, your reward will be a sense of satisfaction that is truly priceless, and you can expect genuine gratitude from the other porters you help.
Sam can also access new fieldware including new bandanas which can be unlocked through the newly added “Trapped in a Strange Realm”; a VR training area where you can relive Sam’s epic confrontations with Neil. Porters can also expect to see visits from the Chiral Feline in the private room aboard the DHV Magellan, new additions – including the Chiral Feline – to Photo Mode.
Thanks to our friends at Nixxes Software, features exclusive to the PC version include full integration with NVIDIA’s DLSS, AMD’s FSR and Intel’s XeSS and upscaling and frame generation technologies as well as uncapped frame rates and customised graphical settings1, super-ultrawide (32:9) support for gameplay, with standard ultrawide (21:9) support for in-game cut scenes2, full mouse and keyboard support with custom keybind mapping, full DualSense controller integration, with haptic feedback, adaptive trigger functionality3, and Spatial Sound Support4. Standard ultrawide (21:9) support will also be made available for the PS5 version also.
Additionally, players on PC with high-end PC hardware will have the additional option to enable Ray Tracing on Reflections and Ambient Occlusion via additional settings. When enabled, ray-traced reflections are applied on surfaces such as water and tar, while ray-traced ambient occlusion applies ambient lighting affects to scenes, resulting in more realistic shadows in crevices, corners, and between objects. These additional PC options are aimed at players with powerful hardware that want to push visual fidelity beyond the "Very High" graphics settings the game already offers. Though would like to note that Ray Tracing is not part of the minimum or recommended specifications for the core experience and is not required to enjoy the game as intended.
Porters who sign in and connect their PlayStation account also gain access to the PlayStation overlay to earn PlayStation Trophies, access your Friends lists, settings and player profile and receive unique in-game design patches for backpack customization and an exclusive suit inspired by the PlayStation logo.
Both a Digital Deluxe and Standard Editions are available for purchase:
Both a Digital Deluxe and Standard Editions are available for purchase:
Digital Deluxe Edition includes:
• Machine Gun [MP] (Lv.1) early unlock
• Patch 70: Quokka
• Patch 71: Chiral Cat
• Patch 72: Why Me?
• Battle Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3)
• Boost Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3)
• Bokka Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3)
DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH now available for purchase through
Steam and Epic Games Store.
For DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH assets, please visit the KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Media Portal.
1 Compatible PC and graphics card required.
2 Compatible PC and display device required.
3 DualSense® controller and wired connection required to experience the full range of in-game controller features.
4 Supports 3D Audio via Dolby Access, DTS Sound Unbound, or Windows Sonic for Headphones.
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PRESS CONTACTS:
For UK enquiries, please contact:
mattheww@themultipleagency.com
For USA enquiries, please contact:
seane@themultipleagency.com
PR ASSETS:
Assets available here
• Machine Gun [MP] (Lv.1) early unlock
• Patch 70: Quokka
• Patch 71: Chiral Cat
• Patch 72: Why Me?
• Battle Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3)
• Boost Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3)
• Bokka Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3)
DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH now available for purchase through
Steam and Epic Games Store.
For DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH assets, please visit the KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Media Portal.
1 Compatible PC and graphics card required.
2 Compatible PC and display device required.
3 DualSense® controller and wired connection required to experience the full range of in-game controller features.
4 Supports 3D Audio via Dolby Access, DTS Sound Unbound, or Windows Sonic for Headphones.
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PRESS CONTACTS:
For UK enquiries, please contact:
mattheww@themultipleagency.com
For USA enquiries, please contact:
seane@themultipleagency.com
PR ASSETS:
Assets available here
About HIDEO KOJIMA / KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS
Hideo Kojima is a world-renowned game creator and auteur known for pushing the boundaries of the video game medium. Widely considered the father of the stealth genre, he is also credited with innovating both story-telling and cinematic presentation in video games at large. On December 16th, 2015, Hideo Kojima established his own studio called KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, under the banner of "From Sapiens to Ludens”. On November 8th, 2019, the studio released its first title, DEATH STRANDING, starring Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelsen, and Léa Seydoux, for PlayStation® 4. Since its original release, DEATH STRANDING has launched on a variety of platforms, including PlayStation®5, PC, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Xbox Series X|S, and Amazon Luna, received numerous game awards and reached a cumulative player base of over 20 million worldwide in March 2025. The sequel, DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH is now available on PlayStation®5 and PC. In 2020, Hideo Kojima received the BAFTA Fellowship, the highest accolade bestowed by BAFTA upon an individual in recognition of exceptional contribution to film, games or television. In 2023, in partnership with XBOX GAME STUDIOS, the studio officially announced OD, an experience that will explore the concept of testing your fear threshold – while blurring the boundaries of gaming and film. In 2024, in partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment, the studio confirmed PHYSINT, a new action-espionage game is in development.
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS also recently celebrated its 10-Year Anniversary via a BEYOND THE STRAND live-stream event that included updates on future projects, new partnerships, panel discussions and highlighted DEATH STRANDING franchise expansion plans including the animated film project DEATH STRANDING MOSQUITO, an animated TV series announced for Disney+ titled DEATH STRANDING ISOLATIONS, and a live-action feature film adaptation of the world of DEATH STRANDING from the independent entertainment production company A24.
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Hideo Kojima is a world-renowned game creator and auteur known for pushing the boundaries of the video game medium. Widely considered the father of the stealth genre, he is also credited with innovating both story-telling and cinematic presentation in video games at large. On December 16th, 2015, Hideo Kojima established his own studio called KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, under the banner of "From Sapiens to Ludens”. On November 8th, 2019, the studio released its first title, DEATH STRANDING, starring Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelsen, and Léa Seydoux, for PlayStation® 4. Since its original release, DEATH STRANDING has launched on a variety of platforms, including PlayStation®5, PC, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Xbox Series X|S, and Amazon Luna, received numerous game awards and reached a cumulative player base of over 20 million worldwide in March 2025. The sequel, DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH is now available on PlayStation®5 and PC. In 2020, Hideo Kojima received the BAFTA Fellowship, the highest accolade bestowed by BAFTA upon an individual in recognition of exceptional contribution to film, games or television. In 2023, in partnership with XBOX GAME STUDIOS, the studio officially announced OD, an experience that will explore the concept of testing your fear threshold – while blurring the boundaries of gaming and film. In 2024, in partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment, the studio confirmed PHYSINT, a new action-espionage game is in development.
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS also recently celebrated its 10-Year Anniversary via a BEYOND THE STRAND live-stream event that included updates on future projects, new partnerships, panel discussions and highlighted DEATH STRANDING franchise expansion plans including the animated film project DEATH STRANDING MOSQUITO, an animated TV series announced for Disney+ titled DEATH STRANDING ISOLATIONS, and a live-action feature film adaptation of the world of DEATH STRANDING from the independent entertainment production company A24.
For more information, please visit our website: www.kojimaproductions.jp
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