Kojima Productions has confirmed the release date of the content update for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach on PS5 – the new game will arrive on consoles on March 19th, simultaneously with the PC version’s release. And this isn’t just a patch with bug fixes.
Hideo Kojima’s studio – yes, the genius who revolutionized the courier simulator genre – has decided to keep the PC and PS5 releases separate. Computer ports are typically delayed by six months to a year, but this time it’s different. The PlayStation 5 update and the full PC release will take place on the same day.
What exactly will they add? The developers haven’t skimped on details here. New missions, additional cutscenes, several types of cargo with unique mechanics. And, apparently, a couple of surprises that Kojima traditionally keeps hidden until the very end. Steam and Epic Games Store users will receive the full version of the game – including all the content released on PS5 in recent months. Console owners, by the way, are in for a treat. The upgrade is free. It’ll be available to download starting March 19th—be sure to free up some space on your SSD, as the update is quite large.
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Why the simultaneous launch of PS5 and PC is a surprise for Kojima Productions
Japanese studios are usually guilty of delays in port releases. But this is different. Firstly, Death Stranding 2 was originally built on Decima, an engine that works well with PC. Secondly, demand from PC audiences exceeded expectations. Pre-orders on Steam have been off to a strong start—and this is despite the game having been available on PS5 for over a year.
What does this mean for players? No more spoilers from those who finished the game on console. Everyone is launching around the same time. Coincidence? Unlikely. Kojima has always been a fan of a “unified experience.”
To be continued—in Part 2, we’ll explore the technical details of the update and what it means for the game’s Metacritic rating.
Should we believe the rumors about an Ocarina of Time remake after a fake leak?
It’s quite upsetting to realize that an announced game might not exist. But it’s even more frustrating when a project fans have been waiting for years is at risk. The remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is precisely such a case. It’s one of Nintendo’s most award-winning games in history, and the news that the latest leak might be fake has devastated many.
Forums are already posting: without an OOT remake, “I have no reason to buy a Switch 2.” It sounds bold, but there’s some truth to it. Others, however, haven’t given up hope—rumors about a revival of the cult classic have been circulating for too long to be dismissed after one rumor. The Canary Trap and Nintendo’s Methods: Truth or Paranoia
The strategy of leaking false information to detect leaks is called a “canary trap.” It was previously used by intelligence agencies and corporate espionage. It’s rare in the gaming industry. But Nintendo is a special case. The company is known for its strict information security policies and its fight against piracy.
And here’s the important point. No Nintendo representative has officially confirmed that the leaks were intentional. Moreover, other recent releases from the company indirectly confirm the veracity of the Ocarina of Time rumors. This means there’s still a chance that at least one of the highly anticipated projects will see release.
Fortunately, it’s too early to panic. Nintendo is keeping silent—and this, as experience shows, could mean anything. Including that a remake is indeed in development, but it just wasn’t planned to be announced so early.
So, should we believe the new leaks? More likely not. But Ocarina of Time definitely shouldn’t be written off. There are too many indirect signs to suggest otherwise. Nintendo is simply taking its time—and may be preparing a surprise for the Switch 2 release.
