Death Stranding 2: On the Beach arrives exclusively on PS5, but the release date depends on your chosen edition. The standard edition launches June 26th, while early access for the more expensive editions begins June 24th. Developed by Kojima Productions, this sequel to the 2019 original offers three editions: a standard edition (physical or digital), a digital deluxe edition, and a collector’s edition (PS Direct exclusive) featuring a statue and other goodies. Let's break down the pricing, availability, and contents of each.
Death Stranding 2 - Standard Edition
Release Date: June 26th
Price: $69.99
Availability: Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, PS Direct, PS Store (digital)
The standard edition includes the game and digital preorder bonuses (detailed below).
Death Stranding 2 - Digital Deluxe Edition
Price: $79.99
Availability: PS Store (digital only)
Includes: Digital game, 48-hour early access (June 24th), Machine Gun (MP Bullets) LV1 early unlock, Battle Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3), Boost Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3), Bokka Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3), Quokka Patch, Chiral Feline Patch, Why Me? Patch.
Death Stranding 2 Collector’s Edition
Price: $229.99
Availability: PS Direct only
Includes: Full game digital download, 48-hour early access (June 24th), Collector’s Box, 15” Magellan Man Statue, 3” Dollman figurine, Art cards, Letter from Hideo Kojima, and all in-game items included in the Digital Deluxe Edition.
Death Stranding 2 Preorder Bonus
Preordering Death Stranding 2 unlocks: Quokka Hologram, Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3), Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3), Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3).
Death Stranding: Director’s Cut - On Sale!
Catch the original Death Stranding Director’s Cut on sale! Steam (via Green Man Gaming): $16, Steam: $19.99. The PS5 version is available via PS Plus Extra.
What is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach?
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a direct sequel to the 2019 original, set 11 months after the UCA's birth. A new faction emerges in a world now connected and automated. The PlayStation Store description reads: “Embark on an inspiring mission of human connection beyond the UCA. Sam—with companions by his side—sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction. Join them as they traverse a world beset by otherworldly enemies, obstacles and a haunting question: should we have connected? Step by step, legendary game creator Hideo Kojima changes the world once again.”
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