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Death Stranding 2 Previews Highlight Expanded Gameplay and Technical Refinements

Kojima Productions showcases late-stage development features, including dynamic weather, AI integration, and overhauled combat, during Tokyo hands-on event.

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Overview

  • Set in Mexico and Australia, the sequel expands the post-apocalyptic world with new environments and traversal challenges.
  • Dynamic weather mechanics, such as floods and strong winds, significantly impact exploration and delivery gameplay.
  • The Automated Porter Assistant System AI replaces protagonist Sam’s delivery role, reflecting the narrative’s focus on automation.
  • Combat has been redesigned with improved gunplay, stealth options, and open-world camps, drawing comparisons to Metal Gear Solid.
  • Hands-on previews ran on base PS5 hardware in performance mode, with no reported technical issues, indicating a stable experience.