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"Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Edition Details Revealed"

by Aiden May 20,2025

Get ready for the highly anticipated release of *Death Stranding 2: On the Beach*, exclusively for PS5. If you're eager to dive in early, you can get your hands on it starting June 24 by purchasing one of the premium editions. The standard edition will be available to everyone on June 26. This sequel, developed by the visionary team at Kojima Productions, follows up on the 2019 original and comes in three enticing editions: a standard edition in both physical and digital formats, a digital deluxe edition, and a collector's edition packed with exclusive merchandise, available only at PS Direct. Below, we break down the pricing, availability, and what each edition includes.

Death Stranding 2 - Standard Edition

Out June 26

$69.99 at Amazon - See it at Amazon
$69.99 at Best Buy - Get it at Best Buy
$69.99 at GameStop - Get it at GameStop
$69.99 at PS Direct - Get it at PS Direct
$69.99 at PS Store (digital) - Get it at PS Store

If you're looking for the essentials without the extra bells and whistles, the standard edition is perfect. It includes the game itself and comes with digital preorder bonuses (details below).

Death Stranding 2 - Digital Deluxe Edition

$79.99 at PS Store - Get it at PS Store

The digital-only deluxe edition offers more than just the game. Here's what you get:

48-hour Early Access to the game (June 24)
Machine Gun (MP Bullets) LV1 early unlock
Battle Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Boost Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Bokka Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Quokka Patch
Chiral Feline Patch
Why Me? Patch

Death Stranding 2 Collector’s Edition

$229.99 at PS Direct - Get it at PS Direct

Exclusive to the PlayStation Direct store, the Collector’s Edition is a must-have for die-hard fans. For $229.99, you'll receive:

Full Game Digital Download
48-hour Early Access to the game (June 24)
Collector’s Box
15” Magellan Man Statue
3” Dollman figurine
Art cards
Letter from Hideo Kojima
In-game items:
- Machine Gun (MP Bullets) LV1 early unlock
- Battle Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
- Boost Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
- Bokka Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
- Quokka Patch
- Chiral Feline Patch
- Why Me? Patch

Death Stranding 2 Preorder Bonus

Preorder Death Stranding 2 to receive the following in-game items:

Quokka Hologram
Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)

Death Stranding: Director’s Cut Is on Sale

$16 at Green Man Gaming (PC) - Get it at GMG
$19.99 at Steam (PC) - Get it at Steam
PS5 on PS Plus Extra - Get it on PS Plus Extra

If you haven't experienced the original or want to refresh your memory before diving into the sequel, now's your chance. The director's cut version is on sale for PC on Steam at Green Man Gaming. While the PS4 version (non-Director's Cut) is available with PS Plus Extra.

What is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach?

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a direct sequel to the 2019 original, set 11 months after the UCA's birth. The world has been connected, deliveries automated, and a new faction is emerging. The game is filled with the signature weirdness of Hideo Kojima. For a deeper look, check out the extensive trailer above, featuring a character reminiscent of Solid Snake. Here's the official description from the PlayStation Store:

“Embark on an inspiring mission of human connection beyond the UCA.

“Sam—with companions by his side—sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction.

“Join them as they traverse a world beset by otherworldly enemies, obstacles and a haunting question: should we have connected?

“Step by step, legendary game creator Hideo Kojima changes the world once again.”