From Deluxe to Collector: All you need to know about the different editions of Death Stranding 2
Death Stranding 2 launches June 26 on PS5 with three editions to choose from. The Standard Edition includes cosmetic skeleton suits, the Deluxe adds early access and an early Machine Gun, while the Collector¡¯s packs collectibles like statues and art cards. Choose based on your cosplay needs and collector aspirations.
Hideo Kojima's next big PlayStation 5 title, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, launches June 26, 2025. But if you can¡¯t wait that long, some editions let you play the game early. With three versions available: Standard, Digital Deluxe, and Collector¡¯s Edition. Here's a quick and easy guide to help you decide.
Death Stranding 2 Standard Edition: $70/Rs. 4,999
The Standard Edition is priced at $70 globally and Rs. 4,999 in India. It¡¯s the most basic version and great for players who just want to enjoy the game. You¡¯ll still get some in-game cosmetic items like:
- Silver-colored Skeleton gear (Battle, Boost, and Bokka versions)
- A Quokka hologram
These don¡¯t offer any gameplay advantage, but they add some flair as you move through the world.
Death Stranding 2 Digital Deluxe Edition: $80/Rs. 5,999
For $80/Rs. 5,999, the Digital Deluxe Edition is perfect for those who want a bit more. It includes:
- 48-hour early access (starts June 24 at 12 a.m. ET)
- Gold-colored Skeleton gear
- Machine Gun with MP Bullets (unlocked early)
- Cosmetic backpack patches
This edition gives you a small edge thanks to the early weapon unlock, and the early access means you can play the game two days before its official launch.
Death Stranding 2 Collector¡¯s Edition: $230
The Death Stranding 2 Collector¡¯s Edition is the most expensive at $230, the pricing for this edition in India is yet to be announced. Along with all the digital content from the Deluxe Edition, it comes with real-world items:
- A 15-inch Magellan Man statue
- A 3-inch Dollman figurine
- Art cards
- A letter from Hideo Kojima himself
- Collector¡¯s box
This one¡¯s for the die-hard Kojima fans or collectors who love physical merchandise.
What to expect from Death Stranding 2?
No Ray Tracing, No ¡°Nanite¡±, No Shader Stutter, No FPS drops, No UE5
¡ª Synth Potato? (@SynthPotato) June 23, 2025
Just Decima Engine being an absolute beast and pushing out photo-realistic level graphics at perfect 60fps performance on a base PS5 in Death Stranding 2
INSANE level optimization and quality. pic.twitter.com/So96H48fQU
Death Stranding 2 builds on its predecessor with these major upgrades:
- Improved Combat & Stealth: Includes new gadgets, refined enemy AI, and more tactical options
- Exploration & Environments: Open-world settings like Mexico and Australia, with weather events like sandstorms, avalanches, and forest fires
- New Traversal Mechanics: Early vehicle access, monorail construction, and better tools make travel smoother
- Quality of Life Features: Fast travel, lore codex (Corpus), skill tree (APAS system)
- Visual & Technical Upgrades: Powered by the Decima Engine with enhanced graphics, dynamic cycles, and immersive DualSense support.
No matter which edition of Death Stranding 2 you go for, whether it's the budget-friendly Standard, the feature-packed Deluxe, or the collectible-filled Collector's Edition, every path leads to the same epic journey. Prepare to reconnect the world once again when Death Stranding 2: On the Beach launches exclusively on PlayStation 5 on June 26, 2025.