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Death Stranding 2, made its debut at The Game Awards 2022. This game is the sequel to Death Stranding, one of the most popular games on PlayStation 4. Although clear information has not been given so far about the release date, it is known that the main cast and story of the game have been rewritten recently.

“Death Stranding 2: A New Beginning, A World Full of Familiar Faces and Secrets”

Death Stranding 2 Trailer: New Adventures, Old Heroes

Kojima fans can see the return of Fragile and Sam ‘Porter’ Bridges characters in the trailer for Death Stranding 2. However, the characters are in different situations than they were when we last saw them. With new villains and impressive visuals, Death Stranding 2 becomes one of the most anticipated games on PS5.

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Platform and Release Information: Only PS5 Exclusive for Now

The game is currently only approved for PlayStation 5. Considering the first game’s PS4 launch and subsequent adaptation to PC, it’s possible that Death Stranding 2 could follow a similar path; but there is no confirmation on this yet.

Death Stranding 2 Trailer: Kojima’s Mysterious World

The only Death Stranding 2 trailer released is a typical Kojima work: full of misleading elements and well-known names. The trailer leaves the audience with more questions. Elements such as a grey-haired Sam ‘Porter’ Bridges, a seemingly recovered Fragile, a baby unable to be protected by unknown enemies, a giant ship emerging from tar and a new villain wearing a red mask increase the mystery of the game.

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What to Expect: We Can’t Wait to See More from Death Stranding 2

We may have to wait a bit to get more information about Death Stranding 2. In this process, it will be useful to follow the official PlayStation YouTube channel for new trailers.

Brief Death Stranding 2 Details

• Release Date: Not Announced Yet
• Platform: PlayStation 5
• Producer: Kojima Productions

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Death Stranding 2 Cast

Death Stranding 2 brings together well-known names from the world of movies and games. The main cast includes the following names:

• Norman Reedus
• Lea Seydoux
• Elle Fanning
• Shioli Blessed
• Troy Baker

The trailer of the game released last year from here you can watch.

DS2’s Engine

Death Stranding 2 will be powered by the special Decima game engine developed by Guerrilla Games. This engine is the basis for games like Horizon Zero Dawn and Horizon Forbidden West, as well as the original Death Stranding. Decima, which raises the standards in visual quality and advanced dynamic range lighting on PS4 and PS5 platforms, will also play an important role in Kojima Productions’ leadership of the development process of Death Stranding 2. Guerrilla will provide support to the studio on all aspects of Decima. Performance Capture in the trailer of Death Stranding 2 was carried out with the contributions of the PlayStation Studios Visual Arts team, and the realism of the characters was further increased thanks to Epic Games’ MetaHuman technology.

The Story of Death Stranding 2: Mystery, Change and New Realities

The first trailer for Death Stranding 2 offers a mind-bending array of mysteries and surprises throughout its four-minute runtime. Featured are an aging Sam Porter, a recovered Fragile, and a death mask-wearing cult member adorned with Amelie’s necklace and haircut. The trailer hints at maritime themes, a new company, APAC (Automated Public Assistance Company), and Drawbridge, a possible replacement for Fragile Express. The trailer also gives strong indications that Sam Porter, BB, Lou, Fragile, and other characters will interact with different realities.

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A New Narrative: Change After the Pandemic

It is known that Hideo Kojima decided to rewrite the narrative of Death Stranding 2 after the COVID-19 outbreak. “The story was written by me before the pandemic. However, after overcoming the pandemic, I started the story from the beginning,” Kojima said at The Game Awards 2022. Kojima, known for his foresight in the Metal Gear Solid 2 and Death Stranding games, stated that he rewrote the story to avoid predicting the future. In these words of Kojima, “I also didn’t want to predict the future any more, so I rewrote it”, indicating that there are unexpected changes in the story of the game.

In Summary: What Does the Story of Death Stranding 2 Promise?

Death Stranding 2 invites players to a complex and multi-layered world. The trailer points to a universe full of evolutions of the characters and new challenges they will face. This story, rewritten by Kojima, seems to address the changes and new realities brought by the post-pandemic world. The story of the game points to a long journey full of detailed analysis and discoveries.