After Many Years of Development and Rigorous Quality Control in the Global Gaming Community, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Has Finally Officially Launched, Receiving Positive Reviews and Surpassing Expectations.
The latest title from Hideo Kojima currently holds a solid score of 89 on Metacritic, higher than the debut release in 2019, which scored 82. Moreover, numerous reputable review sites have awarded the game perfect scores, solidifying its status as one of the most outstanding titles of 2025.
Furthermore, Hideo Kojima – the creator of Death Stranding – has previously expressed that he did not expect the game to receive universal acclaim.
The publication VGC rated the game 5/5, commenting: “This is undoubtedly one of the most outstanding titles of the year. A stunning world, expansive gameplay, and a captivating narrative – all centered around deep character development and engaging storytelling. Every element surpasses the previous installment.” TheGamer also rated this title 4.5/5, highlighting its excellence.
Additionally, major publications such as IGN Japan, Famitsu, and GameInformer have also provided enthusiastic reviews, with many giving the title a perfect score of 10/10. Several critics have noted that this game represents “the pinnacle” of Hideo Kojima’s career – a work of art that is both conceptually rich and emotionally profound.
However, there are some dissenting opinions. For instance, GameSpot rated the game only 7/10, suggesting that Death Stranding 2 “struggles to recreate the unique feelings of the first installment” and that it feels “safer” in terms of gameplay design.
Nonetheless, this only reinforces the notion that Kojima has crafted a product that is highly personalized and divisive – not everyone will adore it, but those who do will find it unforgettable.
