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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Edition Details Revealed

by Ellie May 26,2025

Get ready for the highly anticipated sequel, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, coming exclusively to PS5. If you opt for one of the more premium editions, you can dive into the game as early as June 24. The standard edition, available in both physical and digital formats, will be released on June 26. Developed by the visionary Kojima Productions, this sequel follows up on the 2019 original with three distinct editions: the standard edition, a digital deluxe edition, and a collector’s edition packed with exclusive merchandise. Keep reading to discover pricing, where to buy, and what each edition includes.

Death Stranding 2 - Standard Edition

Out on June 26, the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach standard edition is priced at $69.99 and available at multiple retailers:

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

If you're content with the game itself and the digital preorder bonuses (detailed below), the standard edition is your best bet, especially if you prefer a physical copy.

Death Stranding 2 - Digital Deluxe Edition

The digital-only deluxe edition, available for $79.99 at the PS Store, includes the game and the following extras:

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

Exclusively available at PS Direct for $229.99, the Collector’s Edition comes with an array of exciting items:

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 and 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

For those who haven't experienced the original or want to revisit it before the sequel, Death Stranding: Director’s Cut is currently on sale:

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

The PS4 (non-Director’s Cut) version is included with PS Plus Extra, though it's not available at a discount in physical format.

What is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach?

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a direct sequel to the groundbreaking 2019 original. Set 11 months after the UCA's birth, the world is now interconnected with automated deliveries, yet a new faction challenges the status quo. The game is filled with the unique and enigmatic style that Hideo Kojima is known for. You can watch the detailed trailer above to learn more about the game, including 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.”