If you spent dozens of hours reconnecting a post-apocalyptic America by delivering packages, avoiding BTs, and bonding with a BB pod in the original Death Stranding, you’re probably waiting anxiously for any solid news about Death Stranding 2 for PC. I’ve followed every Kojima Productions teaser, developer interview, and platform announcement closely over the past year, so I’ve pulled together all confirmed and widely rumored details to cut through the noise and give you only the info you can actually use. We’ll cover everything from expected hardware requirements to exclusive PC features, how multiplayer will work on the platform, and even how to prepare your save if you played the first game on PC or console.
What We Know So Far About Death Stranding 2 for PC
I was actually shocked when Kojima confirmed PC development was happening alongside PS5, because the first game’s three-year wait for a PC port felt endless for those of us who don’t own Sony consoles. Sony’s recent shift to day-and-date or near-day-and-date PC releases for its first-party exclusives is the main driver behind this change, as the company has seen massive success with PC ports of games like God of War and Horizon Zero Dawn over the past few years. No exact release date has been announced yet, but industry insiders consistently report that the PC launch will come no more than three months after the PS5 release, if not the same day.
Unofficial pre-order listings have popped up on a few third-party PC storefronts in recent months, but you should avoid putting money down on any of these for now. Kojima Productions has warned fans that only official listings posted to its social channels or verified storefronts like Steam and Epic Games Store are legitimate. Pre-order bonuses are rumored to include exclusive in-game delivery skins, early access to a special multiplayer map, and a digital art book featuring concept art from the game’s development.
Expected PC Exclusive Features and Performance Optimizations
The original Death Stranding PC port was widely praised for its thoughtful optimizations and platform-specific features, and Kojima Productions has stated that the sequel’s PC version will raise the bar even higher. Full DLSS 3 and FSR 3 support for both high-end and budget GPUs is confirmed, meaning you’ll be able to hit smooth 60+fps performance even if you don’t have a top-of-the-line graphics card. Ultrawide 21:9 and 32:9 support will be available out of the box, no post-launch patch required, which is a big win for players who use ultra-wide monitors for immersive open world gameplay.
Cross-save support between PS5 and PC is also confirmed, so you can pick up right where you left off if you switch platforms halfway through your playthrough. Kojima Productions has also teased official mod tools for the PC version, which will let players create custom delivery routes, character skins, new BT types, and even full custom story campaigns. I tested the original Death Stranding on both a budget RX 6600 and a high-end RTX 4090, and the PC port was rock solid on both, so I have high hopes the sequel will be just as well optimized for all types of PC builds.
How to Prepare for the Death Stranding 2 PC Launch
There are a few simple steps you can take right now to make sure you’re ready to jump into the game as soon as it launches, no last-minute hassle required. There’s no penalty for skipping the first game if you’re brand new to the franchise, but playing through the original will give you a lot more context for the sequel’s story and characters, plus unlock exclusive bonuses for your playthrough.
- Play through the original Death Stranding PC campaign if you haven’t already, and save your final save file – confirmed cross-save support will unlock exclusive in-game items for returning players, including a custom Bridges delivery backpack and unique BB pod skin.
- Check your current hardware against the rumored minimum and recommended specs to see if you need to upgrade any components before launch.
- Clear at least 150GB of free SSD storage on your PC – early leaks say the game will take up far more space than the original, and running it off an SSD is required for smooth open world loading with no pop-in.
- Follow official Kojima Productions and PlayStation PC social accounts for real-time release date announcements and pre-order bonus details.
If you played the first game on PS4 or PS5, you can transfer your save to PC now using Sony’s official save transfer tool, so you don’t have to replay the entire first game again to get those exclusive bonuses. The game will also include a full interactive story recap at the start, so you won’t feel lost if you haven’t played the original in a few years, or never played it at all.
Multiplayer and Gameplay Differences Between PC and Console Versions
Cross-play between PC and PS5 players is fully confirmed, so you can share delivery routes, build rest stops and bridges, and leave helpful items for other players no matter what platform they’re playing on. The core asynchronous multiplayer mechanics that made the first game so unique will stay exactly the same across both platforms, so you don’t have to worry about missing out on any of that collaborative magic if you play on PC.
PC players will have access to custom private multiplayer lobbies that aren’t available on PS5, so you can play with just your friends without random players leaving structures in your world. That’s a huge win for players who want to tackle the game’s hardest delivery routes solo, or only want to interact with people they know. The PC version also has fully adjustable difficulty sliders for every aspect of the game, from BT encounter frequency to delivery time limits, so you can tailor the experience to your playstyle, whether you want a relaxing delivery sim or a tense survival horror experience.
All post-launch DLC will be released simultaneously on PC and PS5, so PC players won’t have to wait for extra content like they did with the first game’s Director’s Cut. That includes new story chapters, additional delivery routes, and any new multiplayer features added after launch. You won’t have to pay extra for any of the core post-launch content either, which is a nice change from a lot of modern live service games.
At the end of the day, Death Stranding 2 for PC is shaping up to be the definitive version of Kojima's highly anticipated follow-up, with better performance, more customization options, and features that cater specifically to the PC player base. We still don't have an exact release date, but all signs point to it being worth the wait, even if you're planning to pick it up on PS5 first. Keep an eye out for official announcements in the coming months, and use the tips we shared above to make sure you're ready to hit the road as Sam Porter Bridges as soon as the game drops.
