Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Reviews
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a brilliant sequel, taking the best aspects of the original game and adding more gameplay variety, lots more entertaining tools to play with, and a new, more emotionally-driven story. Giving you lots of freedom with regards to how you complete your goals, Death Stranding 2 is worth considering even if, like me, you didn't rate the first game all that highly. It's overall a much more frictionless and enjoyable affair.
Death Stranding 2: On the beach uniqueness can be seen in every single mechanics and departments. not only Death Stranding 2 is one of the best games of 2025, it's also one of the best games of these generation.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Death Stranding 2 fixes most issues from the first game, adds better combat and keeps its unique world and pacing. It's still weird, but now it's also much more fun to play.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a game that will hold a special place in the hearts of many players, but it's certainly not for everyone, just as Kojima intended.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
In 2019, Hideo Kojima surprised the world with the story of the courier, only to continue his story a few years later. Death Stranding 2 is a game for Sam's fans who want to know his further fate. Give yourself to the story of the story, the characters and the world.
Review in Polish | Read full review
It's a video game, but also an experience that stimulates all your senses; a work capable of stirring emotions and surprisingly discovering that gaming can be just as moving as a song, a play, or a movie. As a game, it meets and surpasses its predecessor; as a creative expression, it reaffirms the talent of Hideo Kojima and Kojima Productions, as well as their stubbornness to continue innovating and pushing the boundaries of the medium. It's not perfect; it slips in places, but it's undoubtedly one of the best games of the year.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Death Stranding 2 may not match the sales figures of its predecessor, nor recapture the magic of the original. However, it is a well-crafted sequel with expanded gameplay, new territories, a great plot, and lots of Metal Gear Solid elements waiting to be discovered after all these years.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Kojima has once again managed to deliver an emotional and deeply layered story that will have us trekking through mountains and valleys for 90 hours - it simply doesn't get better than this. Our second journey through this world, brought to life by the magic of Decima Engine, promises to be a far more satisfying experience in every aspect, finally realizing its true potential as an unforgettable adventure.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Technically flawless and visually stunning, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is an exceptional sequel and a clear evolution for a game that was already full of qualities. An even more engaging story with an improved narrative, as well as huge advances in its unique gameplay, are just some of the highlights of one of the best games of the year.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is an improvement over Death Stranding in almost every way I can think of. It's larger, full of more things to do, and generally a more enjoyable experience. The plot is crazier than ever, which might be a plus or minus depending on your tastes, but if nothing else, it isn't boring. The only complaint I can think of is that the game is perhaps a touch too easy at times, and even that isn't a huge problem. If you liked the first game, it's very easy to imagine you liking the sequel. Just be prepared for things to be as unfathomably ridiculous as possible at every turn.
But even with its stumbles, Death Stranding 2 stuck with me. It’s messy. It’s over the top. It’s absolutely not for everyone. But it moved me. And for a game about carrying things, that feels like the point. It’s strange. It’s human. It’s heavy. Death Stranding 2 is worth the weight.
Death Stranding 2 is a sequel that improves on its predecessor in every way. With sublime technical aspects, smooth and fun gameplay, and an emotional story centered on its characters, Death Stranding 2 is a fascinating experience, whether you liked the first game or not.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach boldly expands the philosophical and post-apocalyptic universe created nearly six years ago by Hideo Kojima, enriching and diversifying the gameplay with dynamics, yet without managing to replicate the narrative strength, character charm, and emotional impact of the first, surprising chapter. Technically stunning and artistically inspired, this sequel manages to entertain and engage, but also leaves the impression that its narrative structure cannot always sustain the dozens of hours needed to complete the adventure without lapses in pacing and intensity.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Death Stranding 2 streamlines a lot of the first game's rough edges, and with Kojima's typical twists and turns is makes for an overall good game. But I can't help to feel a bit disappointed at how safe this sequel was played, this streamlining removed any kind of challenge or obstacles in the game and made up for a less interesting experience overall.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Compared to the first installment Death Stranding 2: On the Beach feels like a rough diamond that still went through some polishing and now shines in its full glory. Even though it lacks a few rough edges that were present before and made the game a bit more special. The game is significantly more accessible than its predecessor, which is absolutely no bad thing, and offers newcomers a chance to jump right into the game. Anyone with a PlayStation 5 at home and looking for impressive exclusives should definitely not miss the second installment of Death Stranding. But be aware that you're in for a typical Kojima game in every respect.
Review in German | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach takes a brave trip down under with the expected Kojima Productions gusto. With insane graphics, a cinematic soundtrack, and a narrative that doesn’t go lightly, it’s a fairly safe follow-up that easily keeps pace with its predecessor. It’s open world shines with recognisable plants and animals, yet it still glazes over indigenous and Australian culture in favour of an enviable celebrity cast. While it’s not breaking the mould by any means, it’s a thrilling romp back through the Death Stranding world.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is an uncompromising, creative triumph. It doesn’t care about trends. It doesn’t follow what’s popular. It dares to be strange, thoughtful, and different. In an industry obsessed with franchises and replicating proven game mechanics, this game feels like a gift, a creative’s vision executed at the highest level. It’s still not for everyone. It never wanted to be. But if you’re someone who values originality, emotion, and design that challenges the norm, there’s nothing else like it.
Ultimately, I was a fan of Death Stranding, but I was sceptical about Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. I just wasn’t sure the original needed a sequel after being such a unique AAA experience in a time where we don’t see much originality anymore. Thankfully, I was wrong, and Kojima Productions has delivered one of the best sequels of all time. While it may not have the complete originality of the first game, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is a better game in every way possible.
Sam Porter Bridges returns in Death Stranding 2, a more spectacular, ambitious, and accessible adventure that makes it clear that Hideo Kojima continues to live up to his own legend. It's a fantastic title that offers action and infiltration as only Hideo Kojima knows how, but also drama and tension. And not just from the script, but when a snowstorm or thunderstorm breaks out in the middle of a delivery. The level of immersion is overwhelming, the hours fly by, and it invites you to keep playing.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a sequel we didn’t even know we needed. Kojima once again pushes the boundaries of the video game medium—not necessarily through bombastic mechanics or action, but through an emphasis on emotional connection and an intriguing narrative structure. It’s a slow, sometimes cumbersome, yet grippingly profound journey about reconnecting the world—and in 2025, you simply won’t find a game like this anywhere else.
Review in Slovak | Read full review