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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Ending Explained
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Hideo Kojima's much-awaited Death Stranding 2 is now available for everyone. After connecting Mexico and Australia to the chiral network, the complete picture of Sam and Lou's connection is revealed in the game's ending. Discover more about how Death Stranding 2 ends in our article here.


Death Stranding 2: How to Unlock Instant Camera to Photograph Your Crew
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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach comes with a new Instant Camera feature with which you can take endearing photos of your Drawbridge crewmates in the game. So, if you have been waiting to try out this feature, learn how to get the Instant Camera and also how to use it to take photos here.

Is Lou Actually Dead in Death Stranding 2? Answered
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The news about Lou being dead spread like wildfire when it was revealed in one of the game's trailer. However, if you are curious to find if Lou's dead or alive in Death Stranding 2, find out Lou's status at the end of the game in our article here.

All Death Stranding 2 Celebrity Cameos We’ve Spotted So Far
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In line with Death Stranding (2019), Kojima continues his tradition of including his favorite stars as one of the preppers in his latest work, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. If you are interested in find out the cameos, check out our complete list of all the celebrity cameos in Death Stranding 2.

How to Unlock Pizza-Do Karate in Death Stranding 2
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Death Stranding 2 features a variety of techniques to take down your enemies in the sequel game. Among them, Pizza-Do Acrobatic Karate is the unique art I mastered with the help of the pizza chef. Learn how to unlock this technique and prevail in battle through this wacky martial arts.

Death Stranding 2: How to Fast Travel Using the DHV Magellan
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A brand new modern marine craft called DHV Magellan is available to your disposal to fast-travel between regions in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Thus, if you prefer to fast-travel more, find out how to unlock the fast-travel feature and also learn to fast-travel using DHV Magellan here in our guide.

How to Build a Transponder in Death Stranding 2
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Fragile can't take Sam to different regions using her beach jump ability anymore in the sequel game. So, if you have been worried over how to fast-travel in Death Stranding 2, discover what transponders are and how you can build one to fast-travel between regions here in our guide.

Death Stranding 2: How to Unlock and Use the Music Player
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Death Stranding 2 is adding one of the most-wanted features in the games, a music player system. The brand-new music player isn't available from the get-go. Hence, find out how to unlock the music player and start listening to your favorite songs in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach game here.

Death Stranding 2: All the Answers to Rainy’s Quiz
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A new quiz mini-game has been added to Death Stranding 2 to test your wits in the game. Rainy, a supporting character, will stop Sam at times and gives him a question to solve. If you are struggling to solve Rainy's quiz, you can find all the answers to Rainy's questions here in our guide.

Will We Get Death Stranding 3? Here’s What Hideo Kojima Has to Say
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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is finally here and is getting lauded by the critics and gamers alike unlike its predecessor. If you are wondering whether this immense success of the sequel will result in a third installment, find out what the sequel's ending suggests and also Kojima's words about a third installment here.

Death Stranding 2: How to Switch Between Day and Night Cycle
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The most-anticipated day and night cycle feature has been implemented in the sequel game, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. If you are interested in learning how to swiftly pass the time inside the world, discover the way to cycle between day and night timings in Death Stranding 2 here in our guide.

The Best Weapons in Death Stranding 2, Ranked
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Death Stranding 2 brings some of the best weapons that make combat fresh and fun. Want to know which ones you should use to tackle all the different enemies? Here are all the best weapons in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach that will help you glide through your adventure easily.

How to Unlock the Battle Guitar in Death Stranding 2
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Higgs' Battle Guitar has been the center of attention since Kojima unveiled its powers in one of the main trailers for Death Stranding: On the Beach. In this guide, check out how and when you can unlock the Battle Guitar in Death Stranding 2.

How to Build Hot Springs in Death Stranding 2
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Hot Springs return in Death Stranding 2, but unlike the first game, you must unlock or build them before use. You’ll first access the system through the Miracle Spring and Heartman’s Lab, then gain the ability to dig them. These springs allow fast travel, offer special effects, and even reward you with likes and customization items.

How to Open the Motherhood Door in Death Stranding 2
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The Motherhood base in Death Stranding 2 is locked behind a personal passcode. To enter, you must input the date of birth you set at the beginning of the game in MMDD format. If you forgot it, the Corpus menu helps you recover it, allowing access to the Hot Springs system tied to this mission.

Death Stranding 2: How to Unlock and Use Fast Travel
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The fast travel feature from Death Stranding 1 returns in numerous forms in the sequel. Check out the three different ways that Sam can use to fast travel and deliver cargos or teleport to another region in Death Stranding 2.

How to Get and Upgrade the Sniper in Death Stranding 2
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The Tranq Sniper Rifle in Death Stranding 2 is a non-lethal weapon you can unlock by completing a side mission involving The Lone Commander in Australia. You'll need to deliver a dismantled rifle and recover mementos from a BT zone to unlock it. Once obtained, you can upgrade it by increasing your connection level to level 4 with The Lone Commander.

How to Kill or Escape BTs in Death Stranding 2
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BTs are one of the biggest threats in Death Stranding 2, and the game gives you multiple tools to fight or escape them. You can choose to fight using weapons like Blood Grenades or Quadruple Rocket Launcher. If not, you can take a stealthier approach and sneak past them. Escaping is often the smarter move early on, especially if you are low on gear or just trying to stay alive.

Death Stranding 2: List of All Episodes and Orders
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The story of Death Stranding 2 is split between two regions, Mexico and Australia, and takes place across a total of 17 episodes in Death Stranding 2. These episodes then include 49 main orders in Death Stranding: On the Beach, which is fewer than the orders you have to complete in the original game.

How to Get Your First Vehicle in Death Stranding 2
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Don't let the fans fool you as Death Stranding 2 isn't solely a walking simulator game as it features many vehicles which will make your travels easier in this world. If you are wondering how to unlock your first vehicle in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, use our guide to fabricate the new Tri-Cruiser bikes.

Should You Play Death Stranding 1 Before Death Stranding 2? Answered
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After a six year long wait, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is all set to release very soon on PS5 and PS5 pro. Many who have haven't played the first game are looking forward to play the sequel. Thus arises the question, do you need to play Death Stranding 1 before playing the sequel and we have got that covered for you here.

How Long to Beat Death Stranding 2: On The Beach? Answered
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If you are gearing up to deliver more cargos in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, you should probably learn the game length of the sequel before you commence your journey. Find out how long it will take to beat Death Stranding 2 and how long it is in comparison to the prequel in our guide.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Review — More Body, More Soul
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The six-year long wait has come to an end as Kojima-san has finally delivered the sequel to his legendary game Death Stranding. Sam's porter journey continues in Death Stranding: On the Beach and it takes him to new countries, which he needs to connect again. Find out if Death Stranding 2: On the Beach fares better or not than the original in my complete review here.

A New Death Stranding Animated Movie Is Officially in Development
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Death Stranding fans can rejoice as yet another Death Stranding animated movie project has been announced earlier today. Discover all the latest details we know about the animated feature set in the Death Stranding universe here.

Hideo Kojima Confirms Death Stranding Is Getting an Anime Adaptation
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Lately, Kojima has been bringing his beloved Death Stranding IP to various forms of media such as live-action film. Now, there is one more adaptation on the way as Death Stranding is getting adapted into an anime. Find out the latest details about the Death Stranding anime project as revealed by Hideo Kojima here.

New Death Stranding 2 Gameplay Details Emerge Ahead of the Game’s Launch
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The release of Kojima's Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is right around the corner. Some of the press outlets got a hands-on experience of the game ahead of the game's release. Thus, new details about the fresh gameplay mechanics of the Death Stranding sequel were release today. Discover more about the latest details about Death Stranding 2's gameplay here.

Death Stranding Live-Action Movie Gets Michael Sarnoski as Director
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A24 and Kojima Productions have announced a director for the upcoming Death Stranding live-action adaptation. The live-action adaptation of the critically acclaimed game will be directed by Pig and A Quiet Place: Day One famed Michael Sarnoski. Kojima assured fans that this adaptation will be more than a direct translation, aiming to create a never-before-seen Death Stranding universe.

Death Stranding 2 Release Date and Pre-Order Details Revealed
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Death Stranding 2 On the Beach will be released on June 26 as revealed on SXSW special panel. The PS5 exclusive will have pre-orders open on March 17 with a Normal Edition ($69.99), Digital Deluxe ($79.99), and a Collector's Edition ($229.99) option. Players who opt for the Digital Deluxe or Collector's Edition bundle will get 48 hours of early access.

Death Stranding Released on Xbox Series X and S: IP Now Belongs to Kojima Productions
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Death Stranding Director's Cut has quietly been released for the Xbox Series X and S consoles as Kojima Productions has also taken over the IP. Read more about it all here.

Death Stranding 2 On the Beach Announced; Launches in 2025
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Death Stranding 2 is officially called Death Stranding 2 On The Beach, continuing a few years after Sam and Louise's journey in Death Stranding. This time around, it seems players will journey through Mexico to connect it to the UCA network, rebuilding the region. The game is planned to launch in 2025.

Death Stranding Director’s Cut Coming to Select Apple Devices on January 30
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Death Stranding Director's Cut is launching on iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max and Apple Silicon Mac and iPad models on January 30, 2024. The AAA gaming title, directed by Hideo Kojima, is already available for pre-order on the App Store at a discounted price of $19.99 for a limited time.