Death Stranding 2: On the Beach(PS)

A handgun that fires projectiles infused with Sam's blood, effective against Beached Things (BTs).

A standard firearm for use against human hostiles, with both lethal and potentially non-lethal ammunition types.

A returning weapon that fires tethered bolas to incapacitate human enemies without killing them.

Essential tools for navigating the world. Portable Chiral Constructors (PCCs) are expected to be expanded to build more complex structures like monorails, in addition to bridges, generators, and shelters.

Various grenades, including Hematic Grenades made from Sam's blood to combat BTs, and Stun Grenades for incapacitating human foes.

The antagonist Higgs is shown wielding a custom guitar that appears to function as an electric weapon, firing bolts of energy.

The massive, submersible ship for the Drawbridge organization. It serves as Sam's primary hub for mission prep, customization, and travel between continents. It is not directly piloted by the player in an open-world sense.

A returning piece of equipment. A levitating carrier that can be tethered behind Sam to carry extra cargo or be used as a personal hoverboard for descending slopes.

A new constructible infrastructure. Players can build monorail lines between key outposts, providing a safe and efficient new method of transportation for Sam and his cargo.

Sam's signature fast-travel vehicle returns with likely upgrades for better battery life, durability, and cargo capacity. Ideal for navigating varied terrain quickly.

Larger vehicles for transporting significant amounts of cargo. New models are expected to handle more extreme weather and terrain degradation.

A mysterious, ventriloquist-dummy-like puppet that accompanies Fragile. It can speak and move independently, adding to the surreal nature of the world. Its true purpose is unknown.

A key returning ally who now seems to lead the Drawbridge organization from their mobile ship base, the DHV Magellan. She travels with a new puppet-like companion. Voiced by Léa Seydoux.

The acclaimed film director makes an appearance as a character model, likely the head of a specific Bridges unit.

The primary antagonist from the first game returns, seemingly revived. He has a new dramatic appearance inspired by rock stars and leads a faction of cyborg combatants, wielding a battle guitar as a weapon. Voiced by Troy Baker.

A new character portrayed by Elle Fanning. Her exact role is unknown, but she appears to be a key figure in Sam's new journey.

The returning hero. A legendary porter with DOOMS and the ability to repatriate. He is recruited by the civilian organization 'Drawbridge' to expand the Chiral Network across the globe. Voiced by Norman Reedus.

Objective: Confronting and defeating massive otherworldly creatures (BTs) or powerful human/cyborg adversaries like Higgs and his faction. These encounters often require unique strategies, weapons, and use of the environment.

Objective: Using Portable Chiral Constructors (PCCs) to build structures like bridges, generators, safehouses, and the new monorail system. These missions are self-directed and contribute to making traversal easier for both the player and others in the network.

Objective: A series of main story orders that guide the player through the game's narrative. This involves delivering critical cargo, establishing new connections for the Chiral Network across new continents, investigating new environmental and enemy threats, and confronting Higgs.

Objective: Optional delivery missions players can take on from various facilities and preppers. Completing them increases connection levels with facilities, unlocking new gear, materials, and customization options. These orders often test delivery skills under various conditions (e.g., time limits, cargo fragility).

Ability: A mysterious talking puppet that accompanies Fragile. Its abilities are unknown, but it appears to be an active character that can interact with the environment and Sam, potentially offering advice or unique combat/traversal support.

Ability: Through the Social Strand System, players act as indirect companions to one another. You can see the structures, vehicles, lost cargo, and signs left by other players, and contribute to collaborative building projects like roads and monorails. You can also request supplies from or deliver supplies to other players.

Ability: Sam will work alongside Fragile and other members of Drawbridge. While not persistent field companions, these characters will provide support, objectives, and narrative context from the DHV Magellan base.

Location/Use: New lore collectibles related to the Drawbridge organization, its members, the DHV Magellan, and the mission to expand the Chiral Network to new continents.

Location/Use: With the expansion to new continents like Australia, players may be tasked with collecting samples of unique, mutated, or Chiral-affected wildlife and plants for research purposes.

Location/Use: A returning collectible. These chips contain fragments of lore, music, and data from the pre-Stranding world, found hidden throughout the game's vast environments.

Location/Use: Parcels belonging to specific preppers or facilities found randomly in the world. Returning this lost cargo to its rightful owner increases the connection level with that facility, unlocking new gear and customization options.

Focus/Stats: A new 'Battle' skeleton frame is hinted at, suggesting a combat-focused exoskeleton that may provide increased damage resistance and weapon stability.

Focus/Stats: Players can expect to customize the color and decals of Sam's suit, backpack, and private room aboard the DHV Magellan, similar to the first game.

Focus/Stats: Sam's new standard suit provided by the Drawbridge organization. It will likely feature upgradeable slots for battery power, support skeleton attachments, and cargo capacity.

Focus/Stats: Exoskeletons that enhance Sam's physical abilities. Power Skeletons increase carrying capacity, Speed Skeletons increase running speed, and All-Terrain Skeletons improve stability on difficult ground. New 'Boost' skeletons are also shown.

Details: The backpack can be customized with additional pouches, stabilizers, and potentially cosmetic accessories to personalize its look and function.

Details: Players can customize Sam's headwear with various items like hats and sunglasses, many of which are unlocked by completing specific deliveries or strengthening connections with preppers.

Details: The primary suit worn by Sam. Players will likely be able to customize its color, apply decals, and attach various functional equipment like extra battery packs, grenade pouches, and stabilizers.

Details: Various exoskeletons (Power, Speed, All-Terrain, Battle, Boost) that attach to Sam's suit, altering his appearance and providing significant gameplay benefits. Not directly customizable but different types can be equipped.