Death Stranding 2 unveiled a captivating new trailer at South by Southwest (SXSW) 2025, sparking excitement with a character that strikingly resembles Metal Gear's Solid Snake. Dive in to discover more about Death Stranding 2's release date and pre-order details.
Death Stranding 2 Details Unveiled at SXSW 2025
10-Minute Pre-Order Trailer Highlights New Characters and Gameplay
Kojima Productions, in collaboration with Sony, announced the release date for *Death Stranding 2: On The Beach* (DS2) during the South by Southwest (SXSW) event on March 9, 2025, in Austin, Texas. The panel, led by DS2 Director Hideo Kojima, kicked off with an enthralling 10-minute trailer that offered glimpses into new story elements and gameplay mechanics. The trailer reaffirmed the game's focus on human connectivity within a post-apocalyptic setting.Kojima shared the stage with PlayStation’s Global Content Communications Manager Kristen Zitan, and DS2 cast members Norman Reedus, reprising his role as Sam Porter Bridges, Troy Baker, and French Music Director and Designer Woodkid. The trailer introduced a new character, Neil, portrayed by Luca Marinelli, who leads a mysterious faction. Fans were quick to notice Neil's uncanny resemblance to Metal Gear's Solid Snake, particularly due to his similar headband.
Kojima himself acknowledged this resemblance in an Instagram post from July 2020, noting that Marinelli, when wearing a bandana, strikingly resembles Solid Snake. This new faction under Neil's leadership is poised to be a significant element in the narrative of Death Stranding 2.
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is scheduled to launch on June 26, 2025, exclusively for PlayStation 5. For the latest updates on the game, be sure to check out our comprehensive Death Stranding 2: On The Beach article below!
