Death Stranding 2: On the Beach launches as a PS5 exclusive, with no confirmed ports for PC or Xbox, nor inclusion on Game Pass at release. Here’s a breakdown of what’s official, what’s possible, and how its predecessor’s rollout might hint at the future.
At launch, Death Stranding 2 is only available on PlayStation 5. Sony has stated there are no plans for a PS4 version, as the game’s advanced graphics and mechanics target next-gen hardware.
Potential for PC release
Based on the original game’s pattern, a PC port could arrive months later. The first Death Stranding debuted on PS4 in November 2019, reached PC via Steam in July 2020, and then rolled out on Xbox in November 2024, each published by 505 Games after Sony’s exclusivity window. If Death Stranding 2 follows suit, a PC version may appear roughly six months post-launch, though no deal has been announced.
Xbox and Game Pass prospects
Given that Death Stranding 2 is published exclusively by Sony Interactive Entertainment, an Xbox release at launch is off the table. The precedent set by Death Stranding 1 reaching Xbox five years later suggests it’s possible but unlikely in the near term. As for Game Pass, no announcements suggest inclusion; any appearance on Microsoft’s subscription service would depend on third-party publishing agreements well after the PlayStation window closes.
What could change
Future licensing deals, like the first game’s partnership with 505 Games, could pave the way for multi-platform ports. Factors include:
- Publishing Rights: Sony must cede PC/Xbox rights or partner with an external publisher.
- Market Demand: Strong sales or player interest could motivate a port.
- Technical Adaptations: PC/Xbox optimization requires significant development time.
Until an official update arrives, Death Stranding 2 remains a PS5 staple, leaving PC, Xbox, and Game Pass hopefuls to watch for future announcements.
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