Death Stranding Celebrates 5 Years with 19 Million Players and New Developments

Kojima Productions marks the milestone with new platform releases and full IP ownership as they gear up for the sequel.

Kojima Productions has acquired full ownership of the Death Stranding IP from 505 Games, allowing for greater creative freedom in future projects.
Death Stranding has reached over 19 million players worldwide since its initial release in 2019.
The Director's Cut of Death Stranding has launched on Xbox Series S/X and Amazon Luna, expanding the game's accessibility.
A sequel, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, is in development with a planned release in 2025, featuring returning cast members.
A movie adaptation of Death Stranding is currently in production in collaboration with A24, known for films like Midsommar.