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Death Stranding 2 Rated for PC; When Does it Arrive?

by Jonathan Dubinski

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  • A potential PC release of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is suggested, with an estimated release year of 2026.
  • Sony Interactive Entertainment may be involved in the PC port of Death Stranding 2, as opposed to 505 Games who handled the original games PC release.
  • The possible reveal of the PC version could occur during The Game Awards.
  • There are questions about a potential Xbox release due to the quicker PC release compared to the original games five-year wait on that platform, but Kojima Productions retains flexibility to negotiate with other platforms as the intellectual property owner.

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Death Stranding 2 on PC Approaching Soon? Sony-Published ESRB Rating Suggests Possible 2026 Release

A PC version of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach may be coming sooner than expected, as evidenced by a recent, now-deleted ESRB rating that lists Sony Interactive Entertainment as the publisher. This suggests Sony may be handling the PC port themselves, rather than 505 Games, who managed the original Death Stranding PC release. Mirroring the quick turnaround of the first game, this points to a potential PC release in 2026, possibly revealed during The Game Awards. The listing also raises questions about a potential Xbox release, as the original game took five years to appear on that platform. However, because the intellectual property belongs to Kojima Productions, not Sony, the studio retains flexibility in negotiating with other platforms.

Death Stranding 2: Beachbound Odyssey on PC Approaches with Kojima’s Vision

Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, an action game developed by Kojima Productions, is the sequel to Death Stranding and is written, produced, and directed by Hideo Kojima. It marks the second game from Kojima Productions as an independent studio, and the second collaboration between the studio and Sony Interactive Entertainment. Norman Reedus, Lea Seydoux, and Troy Baker will reprise their roles as Sam Porter Bridges, Fragile, and Higgs, respectively, and will be joined by Elle Fanning and Shioli Kutsuna in as-yet-unspecified roles (per MeuPlayStation). These developments suggest PC players may get to experience Kojima’s vision sooner than they think.

In Case You Missed It

In another exciting turn for PlayStation exclusives, Jonathan Dubinski’s recent article “PS5 to Lose One of Its Most Praised Exclusives” (published on 2025-11-26) reveals that Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is gearing up for a PC release after its successful PS5 debut. Mark your calendars, as this ESRB-rated game could be announced at The Game Awards and launch immediately on PC, signaling a significant shift in strategy PS5 to Lose One of Its Most Praised Exclusives. Meanwhile, we bid farewell to another cinematic legend, Udo Kier, whose passing has left fans feeling a sense of loss. Marcus Thompson offers a poignant tribute in “Kojima Bids Farewell to Udo Kier: ‘There Will Never Be Another Like Him'” Kojima Bids Farewell to Udo Kier: “There Will Never Be Another Like Him. Published on November 25, 2025, this heartfelt piece delves into Thompson’s personal experiences with Kier during a tumultuous time in his career. As we celebrate the icon’s indelible mark on our screens and in our hearts, we also have exciting news for PC gamers – Ahmed Hassan’s latest piece reveals that Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is set to hit PC shelves sooner than expected Death Stranding 2: On The Beach to be released on PC soon. With an ESRB rating already in its pocket, it seems we might not have to wait too long to embark on another journey with Sam Porter Bridges.

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Specification
Official NameDeath Stranding 2: On The Beach
Brief SummaryEmbark 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?
PlatformsPlayStation 5
ReleasedJune 26, 2025
GenreShooter, Adventure
Play ModesSingle player
Content Rating19+
LanguagesChinese (Simplified)
GenreKojima Productions
GenreSony Interactive Entertainment
Ratings94/100 (42 reviews)

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