Death Stranding 2 on the Beach Didn't Win Any Awards, and That's Strange to Chuchu by Pedro Zambarda

Death Stranding 2's Unacknowledged Victories at TGA Amidst Clair Obscur's Sweep by Pedro Zambarda

By Pedro Zambarda, Chief Editor Hideo Kojima, creator of Death Stranding, visited Brazil for BGS 2025 and posted 73 times about the country as part of a Rockstar-like world tour to promote Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. This tour included stops in the Middle East, London, the United States, and Paris. Kojima, who is friends with Canadian journalist and Gamescom/TGA host Geoff Keighley, saw Death Stranding 2 garner critical and fan acclaim, including a 90 on OpenCritic, and earn seven nominations at The Game Awards 2025 (TGA), including Game of the Year, Best Direction, Best Story, Best Art Direction, Best Soundtrack, Best Audio Design, and Best Action-Adventure Game. Despite this, and despite heavy investment from Sony and Microsoft in the first ten years of Kojima Productions, it did not receive any awards. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactives, was the big winner at The Game Awards 2025. Nominated for a record-breaking 13 awards, it went head-to-head with Death Stranding 2 in most categories, ultimately winning eight.

Death Stranding 2's New Narrative, Battles, Characters, and Environmental Agenda Unveiled by Kojima Productions

The sequel departs from the principles of the original 2019 Death Stranding, which was an anti-Metal Gear walking simulator about emptiness and the end of the world. Death Stranding 2 centers its narrative on a protagonist who is a parent in a decaying yet expanding world. The game features battles reminiscent of his work on Metal Gear and incorporates elements of Mad Max. It also includes striking female characters like Tomorrow and Fragile, embraces the madness of Dollman, adopts an environmental agenda, and critiques artificial intelligence. Kojima Productions is currently working on two new projects: an experimental horror story called OD and a suspenseful spy thriller titled Physint. Beyond the sequel, a live-action movie and two anime spinoffs are also in development for Death Stranding. Other announcements at the TGA included news that Forza Motorsport will no longer receive updates as Turn 10 Studios focuses on Forza Horizon 6, Battlefield 6 is giving away a free soldier skin for a limited time, and Final Fantasy VII Remake will soon be available in full on Xbox. (This text does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Portal Uai.)

Death Stranding 2 Falls Short at The Game Awards 2025, With Clair Obscur Taking the Lead

Despite Death Stranding 2's nominations and Kojima's heavy investment, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won in most categories at The Game Awards 2025.

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In other exciting gaming news, be sure to check out Sophie Laurent's latest post on Portal Uai, "Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Named Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2025", where she dives into the impressive 12 nominations and ultimate victory of Clair Obscur in the prestigious 'Game of the Year' category. Stay tuned for live updates on all nominees and winners as the event unfolds! Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Named Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2025 If you're a fan of gaming and want to read about one of the most monumental victories in The Game Awards history, make sure to check out Jonathan Dubinski's recent article "Clair Obscur Receives the Honor of a Lifetime After Crushing Victory at Game Awards 2025". Here, he delves into how French game Clair Obscur Expedition 33 became the most awarded game ever, with an unprecedented nine wins, and the touching tribute paid to industry legend Hironobu Sakaguchi by Sandfall Interactive's CEO. Don't miss out on this fascinating read! Clair Obscur Receives the Honor of a Lifetime After Crushing Victory at Game Awards 2025 As we continue to explore the world of gaming and its evolution, it's impossible not to acknowledge the milestone reached by Kojima Productions. In 'On its 10th anniversary, Hideo recalls founding Kojima Productions', author Bruno Pferd takes us on a journey through time with Hideo Kojima himself, exploring the studio's origins, symbolism-rich logo, and their profound mission to celebrate and elevate play as a fundamental human experience. Published on December 16, 2025, this insightful piece is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of creativity, technology, and humanity. Dive right in here: On its 10th anniversary, Hideo recalls founding Kojima Productions.