The first hour of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has surfaced online, just three days ahead of its scheduled release on June 25. A YouTuber uploaded the opening segment, raising questions about how they acquired an early copy of the game. Notably, within the first few minutes of the footage, a prompt appears for a game update, indicating that the player is likely using a physical copy offline.
As avid gamers know, the release of such footage typically leads to an influx of spoilers concerning the plot, characters, and environments. Therefore, those who prefer to experience the game without prior knowledge might want to adjust their social media settings to filter out potential spoilers.
In addition to the gaming news, it was reported earlier this week that Aaron Guzikowski, known for creating Raised by Wolves, is developing an animated film set in the Death Stranding universe. Moreover, the much-anticipated live-action film adaptation is being produced in collaboration with A24, the studio famous for critically acclaimed films like Everything Everywhere All At Once and Hereditary. Michael Sarnoski, recognized for his work on A Quiet Place: Day One, has been confirmed as the writer and director for this adaptation.
The excitement surrounding Death Stranding 2 reflects the strong fan interest in the franchise and the creative expansions underway in its storytelling. With both game and film projects emerging, fans have much to look forward to in this evolving universe.