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Hideo Kojima fans can finally rejoice as Death Stranding 2 has finally been confirmed. The clip showcased the expected visual glory players had gotten accustomed to in the first title, with unnerving graphics and haunting melodies. Norman Reedus, Troy Baker, and Lea Seydoux are marking their return, along with other familiar faces also awaiting players in the sequel.
Death Stranding 1 saw Sam Bridges, portrayed by Norman Reedus, travel across the dystopic expanse of the United States of America, post the apocalyptic Stranding. His goal was to connect the isolated communities scattered across the wilderness while delivering packages and supplies.
The reception to the title was quite polarizing, with some considering it merely a walking simulator and others saying it pushes the very boundaries of the medium of video games. But there is no denying the similarities between its world and what everyone went through during the global pandemic.
The sequel has been rumored for some time now, with players eagerly waiting for an official confirmation. At long last, it has finally arrived and Death Stranding fans have a new trailer to decipher and unpack.
Death Stranding 2 is coming, officially revealed at The Game Awards 2022
The next saga of Death Stranding has finally been revealed at The Game Awards 2022, with a detailed look at Fragile playing with a baby. Emergency ensues and chaos breaks out. Players are treated to fast-paced visuals with the color palette of the screen turning darker. The next frame showcases Sam Bridges, aged and with white hair, standing beside Fragile.
George Keigley invited Kojima to the stage to talk about the new game. The developer mentioned that the announcement clip contains many clues and hints that players will surely pore over frame-by-frame and unpack. He further stated that he rewrote the story after the global pandemic, joking that he did not want to predict the future anymore.
Hints on the long-awaited sequel were dropped throughout, both by Kojima and Norman Reedus. Elle Fanning's involvement was revealed by the director, while Reedus let slip in an interview that they were working on a sequel. Players were eagerly waiting for it to be officially confirmed and what better stage than The Game Awards?
The visionary auteur confirmed that other than Death Stranding 2, Kojima is also working on other projects that he is really passionate about. Players will surely like to know what the legendary developers and his production house have gotten cooking. Until then, the announcement trailer for the next title under Strand gaming will have to suffice.
