Customers appreciate the refined and addictive gameplay loop in Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, praising improvements over its predecessor and the natural evolution of its mechanics. The compelling story and phenomenal overall experience are also frequently highlighted, with many calling it a significant improvement. Positive feedback also extends to the game's atmosphere and music.
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Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story, World design
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hideo Kojima Done It Again!
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From the moment I started playing, this game compelled me with its ambition. With stunning visuals, inventive mechanics, and a story that digs deeper into themes of connection and isolation, it truly elevates what the original achieved. The journey across its beautifully crafted world feels meaningful, and the characters carry real weight.
For anyone looking for a video game experience that’s bold, moving, and wholly unique Death Stranding 2 delivers. A standout title of the year.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Sequel
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#DeathStranding2 Review
Light spoiler clips ahead.
Pros:
-Open world Sandbox
-Awesome traverse customization
-Weapon variety
-Satisfying lost cargo/main delivery mission
-Story beats, mo cap, graphics
Cons:
-Mission designs became repetitive
-Clunky weapon toggling between weapons
-Funky story
Summary: Death stranding 2 is a great sequel to #1 the world opens up for you, which turns into a great delivery Sandbox game. You encounter human, mechs and BTs, you deal with navigating best routes, tools and methods to reach your destinations. Kojima added tons of weapons, tools and ways to travel. I wish he did more vehicles . All you get is a pick up and a tri wheel bike. If you want the full experience of Death Stranding, play 1 then 2. Overall this sequel was a great upgrade over 1. Highly recommend this experience
Genre: Action Adventure
Hours played: 53
Console: PS5
Rating: 9/10
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Norman Reedus
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Game of the year, story is amazing(maybe a little weaker than first) and gameplay is just fun when you get started, not as slow as the first one.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing sequel, but not for everyone
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Amazing game, a huge improvement on the first one. Stunning visuals from the decima engine. However, if you weren't a fan of the first, this one won't sell you.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GOTY 2025
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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Kojima does it once again! DS2 has been such a blast so far, been loving the new BTs you can find and the new mechanics of the game. The story has been such an emotional ride and the visuals only push the story forward with how amazing they are even on my base PS5 + 1080p tv. Wish I could talk about the game more but I do not want to spoil it for anyone :D
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Action, Gameplay
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
If you loved DS1 - You need to play DS2
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If you are a fan of DS1, you will definitely like this sequel. Gameplay is more polished this second time around. More action and fights than the first. Though still a porter game where you will deliver packages between areas constantly. Hideo Kojima's (Metal Gear Solid) story is as bizarre and fascinating as the first game.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best
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Great ps5 game to play and seems soooooo real..I play this game a lot .. love it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
AAA At it’s finest!!
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This game is amazing piece of art! The graphics and gameplay are top tier. If you enjoy story driven games this is for you!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Game is addictive
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When DS2 first came out I seen all of the great reviews it was getting. I decided to play the first game, then I bought the second. Both games are awesome! Don’t listen to the walking simulator comments, it’s a really good game with great music, a great story, some of the best graphics and performance I’ve ever seen! Seriously, it’s a locked 60fps and absolutely stunning! It’s up there with Expedition 33 and Kingdom Come Delivetence 2!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hideogame
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Played the first one - got the platinum and loved it, sunk around 60-70 hours into it, but had some very big complaints. This entry fixed every issue I had with the first and made the experience so much better where I didn't think it was possible to improve - Kojima truly pushes the medium of video games to a new level. 100/10 game
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Another Masterpiece
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Amazing graphics and story. The gameplay is perfect just like the first game.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best game
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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This game alone is a reason to buy a ps5 if you don't have one. It's perfect. Fun mechanics, beautiful and also horrifying environments, a lot to do and fairly open ended how you do it. I've never been this drawn to any game before
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Life Changing
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In many of Kojima’s games, there is always a theme behind the story. A deeper meaning to the entire picture. The plot is no different on Death Stranding 2, the evolution from the first game is massive. It has many new improvements from the first game, amazing graphics and an insanely IMPRESSIVE soundtrack.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cool first game, AMAZING SEQUEL!
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I went through the first Death Stranding right when the sequel came out and immediately got a copy of DS2 on the day I completed the first game. DS2 is awesome and a major step up from the first game!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hideo does it again... but 10X better!!
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Hideo Kojima does it again!! This is a solid contender for G.O.T.Y. Amazing gameplay, graphics are insanely good and the story only gets better. For all porters in the world, this is a must!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Gameplay much better than the first!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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This was not like the first game where you get a long cutscene in the beginning and get the truck ir bike later in the game. You get the bike much sooner and the combat has many options you can choose or if you want to stealth.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A remarkable experience and a GOTY contender.
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I loved the first game, and this is an improvement on that in every way. It's a game where you can spend hours upon hours not pursuing the main objectives, just exploring, making deliveries, and gathering the resources needed to build out infrastructures.
Upon reaching the game's huge main area, that means paving roads and restoring monorail tracks. The few structures you can build (generators to recharge vehicles, timefall shelters and so on) expand to include quite a few more.
As a "strand" game (as coined by Hideo Kojima himself), the efforts of other players bleed into your game (if playing online) in the form of signs, likes, contributions to shared constructions, and more. The story is bonkers, but it's great.
It's a remarkable experience and a sure GOTY contender.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GOTY Contender
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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I'm still playing through the game, but so far, I'm really enjoying it. There's been a number of improvements made to this game compared to its predecessor. Although I do have to say this game might not be for everyone.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Sequel
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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This game truly improves upon everything established in the first title.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Game by Kojima
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
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best game Kojima has ever made so far, greatest graphics in the PS5. Beautiful story.