Death Stranding 2: On the Beachcontinues protagonist Sam Porter Bridges' journey as he and his allies survive the strange, post-apocalyptic world they live in. The story centers around a much different version of the United States after a massive event brought the Beach, the world between the afterlife and the living world, to the living. It’s a trippy narrative, andDeath Stranding 2promises even more bizarre moments.
A sequel to Kojima Productions' very first game is an exciting prospect for a lot of longtime Kojima fans, but recent developments with the IP signal thatDeath Stranding 2may be the start of something much bigger. There is a lot ofspeculation surroundingDeath Stranding 2, but one of the biggest mysteries of all is exactly how Hideo Kojima plans to expand the universe.
The Death Stranding Franchise is Positioned to Continue for Years
Kojima Productions' Collaboration With A24
As of right now, theDeath Strandingmovie is incredibly secretive, and there’s no telling when the film adaptation will be ready. All that is really confirmed is that it will dive deeper into the mystery of the titular “Death Stranding” event that sent the world into chaos. With Kojima being fond of collaborating with major actors and directors, there is bound to be an exciting cast and crew set for the production. The most exciting part of all, though, is that it bringstheDeath Strandingfranchiseto an even larger audience. A24 has been a trailblazer in the film industry for the past decade, and the studio is likely the perfect fit for such a game adaptation.
In the official Kojima Productions statement regarding the adaptation, Kojima states, “I have been attracted to their creations, and they have even inspired my own work. Their innovative approach to storytelling aligns with what Kojima Productions has been doing for the last 8 years. Now, we are making aDeath Strandingmovie together.” It’s an exciting development thatsets the stage forDeath Strandingto be a far-reaching IP.
Hideo Kojima has been pictured with director Ari Aster, who has made A24 hits likeMidsommarandHereditary, leading some to theorize that he could direct the film adaptation.
Kojima Productions Now Has Full Control Over the Death Stranding IP
On the five-year anniversary ofDeath Stranding, Kojima Productions confirmed the studio now had complete control of its creation, potentially ending the PlayStation exclusivity of future entries in the series. The first chapter released on Xbox last year, cementing a major milestone for the franchise. This now makes it highly possible thatDeath Stranding 2marks the end of a PlayStation-only launch. It has yet to be confirmed whetherDeath Stranding 2will eventually come to Xboxor not, but it seems like a given. Just like the movie adaptation, this allows the IP to reach even more people.
Kojima Productions is currently working on two other projects, too.ODis an experimental horror game, whilePhysintwill be an espionage thriller.
After Death Stranding 2, More Chapters Could Be On the Way
It’s possible thatDeath Stranding 2may be the final chapter in the series, but with Kojima now having total control, there could be years of entries on the horizon. If there’s one thing that Kojima excels at, it’s being imaginative, and that might mean he has barely scratched the surface ofDeath Stranding’s wild lore.
Their innovative approach to storytelling aligns with what Kojima Productions has been doing for the last 8 years.
Death Stranding 2is just one of many games slated for the year, and more news is coming soon. It’s been confirmed thatHideo Kojima will have a dedicated SXSW panel on March 9, so a release date may be on the list of subjects to be discussed.
