Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Reviews
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
Newcomer or veteran, this is one of the best PlayStation adventures out there—a true game of the year contender and one of the console’s most unforgettable stories.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a profound and masterful achievement that blends innovative gameplay, cinematic storytelling, and technical excellence into a cohesive and unforgettable experience. Just like the first game, this full fledged sequel may not appeal to everyone, but the game’s ambition, polish, and artistry are undeniably beautiful.
This game reminds me of Stanley Kubrick's films—a hearty cinematic feast, with its own set of difficulties and struggles as you try to understand and comprehend what's going on in the mind of its mad creator—but it's not necessarily "fun."
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is an ambitious sequel that deepens Hideo Kojima's vision. With improvements to the gameplay, new enemies, unpredictable environments and a strong visual component, it maintains the focus on human connections and introspection. Despite the questionable technical choices and the less than memorable bosses, the experience remains unique.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach expands on absolutely everything that worked in the first game and smooths out the rough edges of what didn’t go so well, delivering a story that moves and excites from beginning to end, stunning visuals, and refined gameplay mechanics—making the long-awaited sequel Hideo Kojima’s Magnum Opus.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a therapeutic and immersive sequel that elevates its predecessor’s strengths while doubling down on Kojima’s signature weirdness. With stunning environments, refined traversal, and deeper combat, it offers a meditative experience unlike any other. Despite its awkward pacing and overcrowded cast, the game’s themes of grief, healing, and human connection shine through. It won’t win over everyone, but for those it reaches, it’s an unforgettable journey that transcends its interactive medium. Keep on keeping on.
An adventure that continues the story of its predecessor and expands on it in some ways. If you didn't like the first one, you won't like this one.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach goes beyond the boundaries between cinema and video games, leaving only a delicate thread to remind us that it’s a video game. It’s an extraordinary journey that refines every aspect of the original and raises the sequel into what may be one of the greatest stories ever told in the medium. With exceptional direction, breathtaking visual artistry at its peak, and a deeply emotional soundtrack, DS2 redefines the player experience. It transforms the way players connect, turning cooperation into something deeply meaningful and immersive. It’s without question a fierce contender for Game of the Year.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach may follow a simple premise—like the single line through two points—but it's rich with layers. Hideo Kojima’s latest creation blends survival management, narrative adventure, third-person shooting, brawling, musical elements, and cinematic flair. After 400 kilometers reconnecting a collapsing Australia, it’s clear this is a lavish production, refined from the 2019 original. While the story may falter at times, the gameplay remains compelling—though unlikely to win over those who didn’t enjoy the first game. Still, it’s a masterclass in high-budget creativity, and when “To The Wilder” plays over the credits, it’s hard not to long for more time on those dusty roads.
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