
Released in 2025, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach was a critically acclaimed game, earning a score of 90 on OpenCritic. It was even a contender for Game of the Year at The Game Awards, though the award ultimately went to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which won a record-breaking nine awards. Like the original Death Stranding, the sequel features a groundbreaking “strand system” that lets players indirectly help each other. For example, if one player builds a zipline, it might appear in another player’s game, offering assistance without any direct interaction. This unique feature creates a special and memorable experience for players.