The release of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is already very close, so the press shared the final reviews about the project. Judging by the first reviews, Hideo Kojima (Hideo kojima) did not lose his grip, so Kojima Productions The sincere sequel and a strong candidate for the "game of the year" turned out.
At the time of writing, the second part has excellent 90 points for Metacritic and 92 points for Opencritic (the Title recommend 96 % of the authors). The journalists attributed a versatile gameplay to the pluses, a high -quality graphics, which “impresses even on a regular PS5”, excellent weather effects, worked out, excellent work of actors (and castes itself as such), soundtrack and another.
There are also disadvantages, but there are very few of them. For example, battles have become easier and the game does not give so many reasons to use the most interesting tools. There is an opinion that the sequel is lacking in fresh ideas.
Plot in Death Stranding 2 He was awarded different assessments. Some observers called it impressive and bewitching, but others scolded it for repeating elements and general similarity with the history of the original Death Stranding .
Each centimeter [first Death Stranding] was filled with meaning. It was the criticism of gig-economy, and a parody of social networks, and a deep reflection on the environmental disaster. The sequel turned out to be more ambitious and more modest. Kojima Enhances the metaphysical strangeness of its narrative, but suddenly the most traditional elements-stealth and action-epizodes characteristic of the series Metal Gear. (Between us, in some moments Death Stranding 2 It is felt as the spiritual heir Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain of 2015.)
Lewis Gordon (Lewis https://kimocasino.co.uk/ Gordon) from Eurogamer
Below were collected conclusions from several reviews within the framework of published reviews.
VGC – 100/100
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – grandiose high -budget sequel of cult and conflicting creation Kojima. The game offers a deeper plot, an excellent cast and an amazing world that has to be reduced. Death Stranding 2 it is felt as a product of everything that happened to Cozy after he left Konami, And without a doubt, it is one of the best games of 2025.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – This is a sequel that will go down in history, and one of the strongest works Hideo Kojima. With a delightful game world, significantly expanded gameplay and freedom of choice, as well as one of the most exciting plots and excellent sets of characters in a career Kojima – The game surpasses the original in almost all aspects.Jordan Middler (Jordan Middler)
Push Square – 100/100
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, without exaggeration, will become one of the main games of the PS5 generation. This is a triumph of gaming design, narrative and visual aesthetics – where all the elements merge together, Kojima Productions creates a truly cinematic spectacle. The game flawlessly moves from action scenes to the study of the world, immersing a gamer into an exciting history. Compared to the first part – this is a huge step forward. Death Stranding 2 – An unconditional masterpiece.
IGN – 90/100
Original Death Stranding became a promising, but ambiguous first sketch: a complex, sometimes confusing, but sincere “draft”. This is a meditative journey through lost America, which created its own world with unique rules, albeit stumbling in the way.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach transfers action to Australia – and this is a qualitatively new level in almost everything. The game eliminates almost all the roughness of the debut, offering a truly unpredictable plot with an atmosphere of conspiracies and flexible stealth mechanics hidden in an amazingly beautiful and frightening version of Australia. Yes, at times the game is unforgivable – but its essence is not in that. This is an inventive journey where shock is adjacent to enthusiasm – the rare bold project that deserves support. No, the game is not perfect, but incredibly original and fascinating, and also does not deviate from the less beaten path. And for this I love her even stronger.Simon Cardi (Simon Cardy)
80/100 – Eurogamer
A more saturated, loud and emotionally bright version of this unique “walking simulator”. Those who skeptically rolled their eyes when playing in the first part, Death Stranding 2, most likely will cause a similar reaction. However, it cannot be denied that Kojima Still full of inanimate enthusiasm. This grandiose, absurd game is largely the final synthesis of all copyright ideas and obsessive topics of the leader, and, despite all its chaos, perhaps carries the most clear message in his entire career.
Lewis Gordon
Gamespot – 70/100
Unlike the first part, Death Stranding 2 It is much less unambiguous in what exactly wants to say. It seems to intentionally make you think about many things at the same time, leaving space for different interpretations. The plot of the game affects the whole range of topics from the growing threat of climatic changes and the daily automation of our life to the destructive influence of weapons, the conflict between states and private corporations, as well as the importance of mutual assistance in any forms. If this sequel turns out to be prophetic, it is that our obsession with the past inevitably forces the story to repeat ourselves-no matter how we try to convince ourselves of the opposite.
Diego Nicholas Arguelo (Diego Nicolás Argüllo)
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will go to the PlayStation 5 very soon – June 26. Owners of premium publications will be able to start playing from tomorrow. If you believe the information from "M.Video", The sequel will be equipped with complete Russian localization. Pre -loading is already available.
