Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Reviews
Death Stranding 2 is a refinement of everything Kojima reached for the first time. It sharpens the tools, deepens the intimacy, and respects silence as much as spectacle. Some moments linger, not fireworks, but embers. That’s the kind of emotional perseverance that earns a perfect score in my book. If you can walk it, even for a mile at a time, this game will carry you forward. And when it ends, the world you built won’t disappear. It’ll stay with you.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a game that knows exactly what it wants to be and it delivers that vision with confidence. Its story is heartfelt, its world is stunning, and its gameplay loop is more engaging and refined than ever. While it still may not appeal to everyone, those who connect with it will find an experience unlike anything else out there. This is current-gen gaming at its finest – cinematic, ambitious, and deeply human. Kojima has once again cemented his place among the giants of game development, and Death Stranding 2: On The Beach stands as a bold, emotional, and unforgettable addition to his legacy.
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is a sequel that fulfils all the promises of the first game and smooths out the many rough edges the first entry suffered from.
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."
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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.
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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.
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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.
For those who found the first game too obtuse or plodding, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach makes concessions without abandoning its core. For long-time Kojima fans, this is the logical next step — absurd, brilliant, heartfelt, and occasionally maddening.
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.
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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
For those willing to step back into Kojima's universe, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn't just a game—it's a statement of artistic courage and creative clarity. It embraces its faults and celebrates its eccentricities. In doing so, it becomes one of the most compelling titles of this generation.
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.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a masterpiece that surpasses the original: bigger, deeper, and more challenging. Featuring a captivating story, refined gameplay, and a world full of life and surprises.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach perfectly captures the spirit of the first game while adding some meaningful new features. These include dialogues that we can now actively engage in, as well as new challenges such as earthquakes and floods, which further emphasize the unpredictability of the post-apocalyptic world. We also really liked the combat system in part 2, which is now a bit more complex and allows us to actively fight human threats and GDs with both armed force and various stealth mechanics. In addition, there are two atmospheric new locations that stand out more from the setting familiar from Part 1 than you might think at first glance, providing a welcome visual change. The biggest selling point of the sequel, besides the great emotional story, is the breathtaking graphics, which clearly show what the PS5 is capable of. The photorealism on display is absolutely stunning, both in the cutscenes and in-game, providing us with landscapes, facial features, and lighting effects that could easily be found in any Hollywood movie. The integration of the DualSense features is also excellently done, allowing us to experience the game world and, in particular, the challenges of the deliveries firsthand. One thing Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, and that is the largely slow-paced, almost meditative gameplay. Those who found this too boring in the first installment will quickly come to the same conclusion in part 2. Those who, like me, loved this unique approach to the medium of video games will also be able to enjoy the sequel to Kojima's masterpiece to the fullest.
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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is a true masterpiece, showcasing uncompromising art direction and stunning cinematics. It takes everything from the first game and elevates it, making the original feel like just a tech demo. With breathtaking visuals and an incredible soundtrack, it stands out as the definitive next-gen experience we’ve been eagerly anticipating for the PlayStation 5.
"A human journey in a fractured world" Death Stranding 2: On the Beach isn't a reinvention, but a subtle and thoughtful improvement. It returns to familiar themes, but it's delivered with a higher level of craftsmanship, beauty, and emotional maturity. While it lacks the boldness and shock of the first game, it makes up for it with a more human and reflective experience. This sequel embodies Kojima's signature style—philosophical, cinematic, and deeply personal. It's a journey worth taking, especially for those who embrace its quiet genius.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
In conclusion, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is everything I ever could’ve wanted from a sequel. It brings back the same satisfying gameplay loop, delivers an improved and emotionally charged narrative, and showcases the best recreation of Australia I’ve ever seen in a video game. I’m not exaggerating when I say this could very well be Hideo Kojima’s magnum opus.
The sequel to the legendary Death Stranding brings to us exactly what we have wanted – another unique and unmissable experience from Hideo Kojima.
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It’s possibly Hideo Kojima’s magnum opus, and it’ll be a long, long time before I stop thinking about it.