Death Stranding 2 Full Presentation with Hideo Kojima | The Game Awards 2022

The Game Awards revealed Death Stranding 2, the sequel to Hideo Kojima's acclaimed game. Hideo Kojima himself took to the stage to joke about not predicting the future with his follow-up, as well as tease the secrets hidden within the trailer for fans to discover.

[@duedecimal6622]

"after experiencing the pandemic, i dont want my story to predict the future, so i rewrote it" F ING LEGEND

[@user-ff5yt5dy2h]

Absolute chad

[@mmm6325]

But now what he wrote will happen instead lol

[@BigPeeOfficial]

Should've rewritten MGS 2

[@tmdtheghost]

😅😅

[@Rorschach003]

Kojima, you fool! You've doomed us to an even worse future!

[@Luffythekingofthepirates]

Was not expecting this at the awards, I’m excited. Always glad to see Kojima at these shows

[@ukiyoideas2215]

Everyone else was kinda expecting this , Kojima was been posting a lot of things on social media and we all know his friendship with Geoff Keighley.

[@rpemulis]

@@ukiyoideas2215 i thought i wasnt going to be interested even though i loved ds1, but it looks interesting. kinda guessing its not going to be focused on the mailman thing this time but who knows?

[@henrysmith8163]

@Aarush Kumar ds1 is not a walking simulator though. I personally hope this game stays true to the strand genre lol. A lot of us loved that gameplay. Hideo is known for innovating as much as possible with each installment of a series, but I do hope the essence of package delivery, traversal, and logistics is still there.

[@WilliamChoochootrain]

Yeah DS2 came wayy earlier than I expected lol, even quicker than GoW 5, unless we're still 2 years out from release.

[@DrezzyEFTP]

@@henrysmith8163 you're joking right? The majority of that game is walking around delivering packages

[@KeonPH]

I just hope this still have Low Roar music in it. RIP Ryan

[@Cazu_Orddu_Medea]

I didn't know he died... I used to listen Low Roar even before DS. Seeing they were making the music was one of the many reasons I loved the game as much as I did. I just can't believe... Thank you for mentioning him.

[@greyfox357]

Oh my god...now he can see all the emotions that causes his beautifull voice and ambient. Rip

[@lodew]

Yeah, me too. I still can't believe he passed.

[@huleyn135]

Tbh i think low roar was overused

[@dandyloona]

Ryan actually recorded an album before he died and is now in editing stage. I hope they add it for this game

[@silvercast007]

Kojima is the rockstar of games for real. Every time he’s in the show the whole show stops for him

[@agusitnhyuga]

True. He is the best.

[@holotape]

And he has earned every bit of respect he is given. The dude’s been making games since the 80s.

[@summrspuffbar3059]

@Aaron bro wakes up and hates

[@sigmabond3961]

@@summrspuffbar3059 actually Ds1 was absolutely bad and the story is too complicated that it doesnt make sense and becomes goofy

[@digitalbathrx4529]

@@sigmabond3961 Not everyone shares your opinion on this clearly. So saying it’s just bad is factually inaccurate. “I didn’t like it” sounds far less arrogant.

[@loytowse8140]

I absolutely loved the first game. One of the coolest game experiences I’ve had in the over 30 years gaming. Can’t wait for this. Hopefully they’ll allow you to connect with people on your friends list to see their world builds instead of random people.

[@OrkhanMammadoff]

2 years ago i didnt give a chance to this game , quit after 2 days of playing I have started to play this game again a week ago:) I am totally in it . So different , so good game . I loved it .

[@Hboogie182]

Isn't it just a walking simulator?

[@OrkhanMammadoff]

@@Hboogie182 i thoughed the same for the first time , you need to give a time to this game . After playing and progressing you will have a moto , truck and more a lot of cool staff . I don't wanna talk more because of spoiler ;-)

[@jadowarcadia6227]

@@Hboogie182 You could say that about a lot of open world games. I think people need to accept a game for what its trying to be, not what you expected it to be. Saw a lot of people expecting a GTA style game because when people see third person/open world thats automatically what they assume

[@loytowse8140]

@@Hboogie182 No. It’s a game about connecting people.

[@Miyakolover]

The haters tried so hard to review bomb the first game and affected it initial sales...only to see all of their efforts crumble in vain...the game eventually sold well and more and more people are trying it and appreciating it...and now it all culminated with the game getting a well deserved sequel...they all must be crying right now.

[@thewanderingartists]

The PC release saved it, it was massively positive. I just can't wait for haters to try to mock this game lol

[@TheRealMicheal]

the negative initial rep was really just salty MGS fanboys who wanted him to go back to Konami and make MGS6, but Konami already burned those bridges, Kojima is independent and very much happy with it, and his work's quality has clearly improved because of it

[@Miyakolover]

@@thewanderingartists It's funny the game has a 94% positive reviews on Steam...a website where people cannot write a review without buying the game first....preventing people from review bombing without any basis like we see on Metacritic.

[@thewanderingartists]

@@Miyakolover metacritic should have such system implemented

[@Miyakolover]

@@TheRealMicheal I am not even sure they're MGS fans...if they were they should support the developer that made these games they enjoyed...I think they're just haters of Kojima fans that just wanted to stick it to them.

[@Yulia_Eromon]

"I also don't want to predict the future so I rewrote it" *Metal gear solid 2 flashbacks*

[@mrnukes797]

The man who sold the world

[@TakesakaJinn]

Meme reckoning

[@battlefields2mine]

*A dud!!*

[@kyle-wy6nc]

Can’t believe they managed to make a second strand type game 🔥🔥🔥

[@Zeegoku1007]

I see you are from Dunkey squad as well 😎✌️

[@akiray1999]

i still think he gave the first one too much hate

[@RussianAssassin100]

@@akiray1999 he gave it a second review, much more positive then the first one.

[@fingerblaster7157]

The second ever strand type game

[@lukmanlukman6847]

"I don't want to predict anymore future"

[@VenomSnake00]

So excited Troy is back. I loved his character in the first game

[@SariennMusic73]

I'm sure he's getting revenge on Sam and Fragile by going after Lou.

[@Dap0pe1]

Yuck

[@VenomSnake00]

@@Dap0pe1 just my opinion you don’t have to agree

[@Vic-Boss213]

@@Dap0pe1 don't worry we are not talking about the crypto land

[@user-ff5yt5dy2h]

Nah I agree, yuck indeed, but it was an absolute fantastic game anyway

[@rebaccakrint3359]

hideo did rewrite his game, and at the same time he rewrote the future of this world

[@xyz96.1]

Kojima is the Christopher Nolan of the videogame industry. I can’t wrap my head around a single game he’s written, but I love each and every one. Higher quality of story videogames cannot be achieved by none other than Kojima.

[@rijusnar1994]

Kubrick * Nolan IS still a small player

[@TheSoulExplorer]

At least Kojima is consistent in his convoluted plots. Nolan is very hit or miss.

[@Jean_Pierre_Wehry]

Very happy Death Stranding is getting a sequel. The first is one of my favorite games of all time. Also happy Troy Baker is back as Higgs.

[@0mni924]

Same, that game is a masterpiece. I fully trust this game will just dive deep into the lore.

[@Winners_Spot]

agree

[@robertonome2448]

@Daddy never confirmed

[@iTzGrunge]

Fragile says otherwise

[@Yerrrr7899]

@@0mni924 How is a package simulator a masterpiece? The delusions know no blunds

[@kilikilio5321]

the ending of the 1st game make me realize that the developer is really love this game, and we love it too as a player

[@HosneChowdhury-z6g]

Most players DON'T love it, so IDKWTF you're talking about!

[@kilikilio5321]

@@HosneChowdhury-z6g no, everyone i know who finish ds liked it. maybe you are just casual player like most youtuber out there, who play only for fame and money

[@bogjesrbin484]

@@HosneChowdhury-z6g finished ds 1 a few days ago and its fantastic, cant wait to play ds2

[@JugalSingh]

ju

[@joeblogs7727]

DS1 was one of the most solid 10/10s I've ever given a game. It was truly a magical experience that transcended gaming. I could be in the middle of a snowy mountain, out of resources & overloaded & one strangers ladder could be the difference. This is definitely my most anticipated game. 🎮

[@ぽんぽん-g8r9s]

私も同じです、健康に気をつけて一緒に発売を待ちましょう。

[@kamikazeshocki]

I actually thought you were talking about Dark Souls 1 here. That's a 10/10. Death Stranding is "only" a 9/10. But yeah I am hyped.

[@john_smith_john]

No game with princess beach is a 10.

[@frikicomputerwizard2237]

❤ i felt u there . I've build and drop stuff on those snowy mountains. But for me most dreaful moments was a boss fight and no effin enough blood bags or weaponry all empty and then pressing the select button and see all this guys throwing stuff in my direst moment,i loved this game ❤ bust that like button like mad !

[@-howtomake999]

​@@john_smith_john11/10 then

[@angelsackson]

It’s amazing to see this guy get the freedom he always deserved!

[@Eincrou]

I can see how the story and setting of Death Stranding could be expanded upon, but not so much for the heroic porter gameplay. It seemed like they fully explored it in the first game. Very interesting to see them attempt a sequel. Hopefully they can be more creative with DS2s gameplay than new equipment and silly vehicles like powered monocycles.

[@WolfWood893]

I believe in the team, death stranding felt like they were getting there feet wet. Now I think we’re gonna get the Mgs5 of game mechanics.

[@mariogpx2990]

Delivering don’t make sense now, I hope for a more action game , like mgs with death stranding universe

[@patrykzukowski7471]

Oh yeah, I agree, I really don't want Death Stranding 1.5 in terms of gameplay, there's no need for that. Hopefully it's gonna be something completely different, still about delivery, but with different gameplay.

[@zoonzoon123]

@@mariogpx2990 Bro delivering, traveling and doing your job with the sense of isolation is the core of this game, and make me fell in love with it. I would be sad if they change the direction of the game

[@mariogpx2990]

@@zoonzoon123 i know , but it doesn’t make sense doing it deliveries after beating the first game , if you wanna live that experience again, just play DS1 , trust kojima ! He is a genius

[@thrillhouse_vanhouten]

Part of Kojima's appeal is in his hype cycle. His games' trailers are often filled with teeny tiny hints at the game itself, or promises of hints. The rampant speculation machine that surrounds Kojima games isn't a bug, it's a feature. Very pleased to see a return to Death Stranding, one of the most beloved game experiences I've had. Guess I gotta buy a PS5 now

[@usonlyus7148]

I believe kojima saw the feedback and will focus on the story by emphasizjng the story more with action rather than connecting people as it says " should we have connected? " It means no more delivery but rather you as Sam start a new journey as something else

[@tomgu2285]

Ohh that's great. Yes having the same gameplay doesn't make sens. Story wise.

[@DrJohnnyApocolypse]

It may also mean we SHOULD have, but didn’t.. meaning us as a society, especially given the global isolation we all experienced recently, which he mentioned outright.. I took it more like a warning, like; we didn’t connect and so now we’ve created something worse. Kind of doubling down on the ideo of connection, which fits his very optimistic & hopeful tragedies he inevitably always ends up creating

[@aylimasmusic6800]

best moment in the game awards. I didn't think Kojima was working on this

[@ilovebacon304]

I can't wait for this game.

[@silverflight01]

It warmed my heart hearing the cheers when the words "Kojima Productions" appeared on the screen.

[@MooreAJr2012]

I’ve lost count how many times I watched this I can’t wait 😢😊

[@RogersBase]

BEST ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE NIGHT! I CANNOT WAIT!!!

[@notinterested7464]

Same, happy to see you here

[@logangomesdasilva]

This man is a true visionary.

[@DNAfilm]

Kojima, what a legend!

[@joshg.6315]

Kojima knows how to bring the batshit and the unique together. Should be interesting

[@KillshotKitty]

No words can express how incredibly hyped I am for this game. I can't wait to see what happens next now that everyone is "connected"!

[@Minnevan]

File this under sequels I was not expecting to exist

[@Miyakolover]

Well, the first game was actually a big success for the studio and despite what many haters tried to make you believe, it actually sold pretty well...so a sequel was inevitable.

[@ninjagaiden86]

First game was amazing

[@zachwilliams9454]

Her shoulders, arms and hands aren’t wrinkled and old anymore. That’s the first thing I noticed. Really looking forward to DS2. The first one was amazing.

[@guy-sue1736]

Audience cheering is so NICE!!

[@NR-fx8tk]

I think this game will change the gameplay quite a bit. Excited to see what Hideo comes up with!

[@magnamic5614]

I’m so happy right now! This is all I needed. Thank you, Kohima and team.

[@iagobenderoth]

Thank you sooooo much, Kojima! Really surprised!

[@rexalice1]

レア・セドゥと忽那汐里さんとトロイ・ベイカー！！👏✨ レアがゲームに出た事も驚きだったけど、今やゲームイベントの会場に駆けつけてくれるほどに絆が出来上がったんだなと思うと、本当に感動する。 忽那汐里さんもKOJIMA GAME初参加&会場にも来てくれて、トロイもあたたかく見守っていて、もう既に素晴らしいファミリーとして出来上がってる感じ。 背水の陣で作られたデスストを経て、今や新作の発表をこんなにも温かく優しい空気の中で祝える所まで来たんだなぁ。エル・ファニングもどんなな風に活躍するのか、ノーマン演じるサムは前作からどんな風に過ごして来たのか、気になり過ぎてそわそわする。既に喜びと期待でいっぱいだ。それにしても皆、なんて素敵な笑顔なんだろう😊

[@nahuelezchequelinski6542]

Amigo sale para ps4???? Por dios decime que si

[@hobnobrob]

Hopefully he does a world tour for DS2! It was amazing meeting him and I would love to meet him again. Legend!

[@moon1val]

This man brought us the best scene in gaming history. That MGS elevator.

[@brucebruceish]

Keep on keeping on 👍

[@TheOldBlackShuckyDog]

I hope we get an updated gameplay. I really loved the first game, the story was fantastic and honestly I didn’t mind the gameplay itself, was quite nice to play as a bit of an ambient experience. But I think I’d really want a more active less busy work kind of feel in a new game… not that I won’t play it anyway lol

[@jeffthepuppetYT]

This took the words right out of my mouth.

[@TheOldBlackShuckyDog]

@@jeffthepuppetYT I can give them back if you want

[@TheLyosacks]

I am SO HAPPY right now!!!

[@StarAsinine76]

Most important game creator ever. He transcends the category of video games because he touches on real life with those games. Mastermind.

[@Jean_Pierre_Wehry]

3:50 Obviously part of this game will be taking place underwater, and it looks like this baby octopus could be a new sort of BB. Can't wait to see what Kojima has in store for us next.

[@krimsonk-9478]

Probably a nightmare

[@Ruylopez778]

He often puts little jokes in the trailers, though. The octopus might be a hidden bonus scene.

[@thomaswil8]

Guys it will be rythm based fighting system

[@kamengamerrider8556]

This game took 289 hours of my life, here's to 200+ more hours when it comes out!

[@aaliyahcarter5400]

Difinitivamente amo a Kojima pudo tener esta joya escondida y sorprender a sus fans de la mejor manera, llore por que definitivamente ame el primer juego y cuando lo termine dije que era necesario la segunda parte ❤

[@МаксимКочетков-х2н]

Я тоже офигел от игры и не хотел чтобы она закончилась!

[@donnybuoy]

Death Stranding is one of the most incredible video game experiences I've ever had, made even more impactful during the pandemic. I can't wait to see what Kojima's brilliant mind has conjured up for a sequel!

[@louviahnna]

I'm speechless 😭😭

[@MrDantres]

I'm in Chapter 2 of DS1 as I watch this, never played it before and I'm loving it, so different from everything I've played before. Kojima's a legend!

[@crazyaces4042]

its a great game. I fell in love with it right at the beginning with the beauty and the music and everything. I've played DS1 hundreds of hours even though I finished it just because I loved it so much. It can be a real grind and very difficult depending on what you are trying to do. I bought the Director's Cut as well and have been playing it and I merged the finished one with DC version and can do so many things and still work the missions. I think it depends on the players taste and some call it just a delivery game and that is not true as there is SO much more to it than that. It is the first big game I ever played (aside from GTA5) and I was so thrilled with it I got hooked immediately. The art work alone combined with the music is fantastic. It is a personal choice but I for one am interested in the new DS2 coming out but not too sure I'll like what it contains as they have seemingly made many changes. Enjoy your game, take your time, and just have fun.

[@rellim92O]

Hes my hero, he’s the reason I’m a gamer to this day 🥺

[@davidkay3443]

Death stranding was a love it or hate it game. Was my Favourite game of all time. Im so happy we have another. I just hope is as good as the first . I can’t wait !!!!!

[@Nazrinmalique]

Kojima - Death Stranding : 70% movie 30% Gameplay = no GOTY award Miyazaki - Elden Ring/Sekiro : 95% Gameplay 5%movie = GOTY award for both

[@TheBeholderist]

Do he need GOTY to be recognized? He's already a creative legend

[@lez075]

Elden Ring = Most people need to watch on youtube what is going on and look for guides to finish side quests. This is an obvious FLAW but fanboys won't tell you that because they're dumb af and they need to marry a brand.

[@Smashman012]

@@lez075 it has nothing to do with being a fanboy lol it’s their type of game and before DS3/Sekiro/Elden Ring it was a niche. I think your argument is really silly since what you‘re criticizing is the whole appeal for most Fromsoftfans 🤣

[@kage5888]

They are both Legends in their own way, At least for me.

[@junbug313]

小島監督 愛されてる～✨ 盛り上がりが 人気を物語ってるなぁ！！

[@dawvideokanal7369]

The design is so well done, I really like the futuristic design.

[@agusitnhyuga]

Cant wait 🖤🖤🖤

[@cavalheiro8944]

Good work! New order avaliable!

[@Ruylopez778]

Any new Kojima trailer is like Christmas morning.

[@poppyharlow4448]

Death Stranding was not only a great game, it introduced me to two amazing artists in Low Roar and Hoshino Gen, I do hope their music is included in the sequel, especially Low Roar, RIP Ryan you're a legend in the DS Community

[@UstashaMe84]

Death Stranding is one of the greatest games ever made. Absolute masterpiece. I can’t wait!

[@MASKarade25]

3:33 OCELOT (Troy bakers voicing)

[@pomu_777]

that last scene was so majestic it gave me chills

[@ChangedEver]

Can't wait. Never expected a sequel but I'm glad there will be. Just told a friend the other day that if there was a way to forget what I played and play DS1 fresh again. It was an amazing experience.

[@Nobodysurvivesevenonebit]

Looks amazing

[@floramerano6293]

Hidetaka Miyazaki and Hideo Kojima? This was a great year!

[@gglucs1799]

KOJIMA IS COOKING!

[@robin6416]

that fly ship is basically the head of metal gear REX.

[@Praisestothemosthigh369]

I caught that and commented on it as well no one seemed to agree glad you see it too it has the rail gun on the side too and the little ball thing on the bottom def Rex head

[@DrJohnnyApocolypse]

Also hides under the surface for a hidden HQ like Arsenal Gear

[@MylensPerspective]

Gotta take a moment to give credit to the fluid interpretation that Aki does!

[@midday_walk]

Rest in Peace, Ryan. 🌹

[@Old299dfk]

There is nobody else like Kojima, he's a storytelling genius and has truly pioneered the way stories are told within video games. Kojima is one of those rare few who make games that transcend the definition - it's so close to an interactive human experience that at times, you really left wondering if there's anything quite like it?

[@iareanoob2277]

Oh man this makes me wanna finish my 2nd playthrough

[@AMarvelousLife]

Kojima will always be a legend in the gaming community. I still have faith that he will produce another MGS game, somehow. Please..........

[@Rorschach003]

So many questions. Fragile's body is young again and yet Sam is so old

[@benlegend8710]

Could’ve been affected by the Timefall being a porter for so long

[@TheRealJohnMadden]

I cannot wait for DS2, DS was a groundbreaking game and truly showed the genius of Kojima. One of the best and most underrated games I have ever played.

[@ikdeikke]

Yeah people who hate on it just quit within the first few hours. their loss tbh

[@drj9506]

The first death stranding was probably the most beautiful and thought provoking single player game I've ever had the pleasure of experiencing, it took some time for me to get into the game at first but I'm so glad I did. Very few games have left an impact on me as much as this one, can't wait for the next one.

[@kummer45]

I really appreciate this guy depiction of what a video game is. His thoughts that started in Metal Gear Characters came to fruition in Death Stranding. Literally Death Stranding is a Metal Gear game in disguise with a much wilder universe where he can explire his ideas. The single player game saw the light with Hideo Kojima. I hope this bloke continues his carreer forward. He's doing great.

[@gerowen]

They reversed the timefall effects on Fragile?! That's a whole other thing I need to know about.

[@windowdresser1643]

i teared up to this

[@windowdresser1643]

Untrue is the second and most recent studio album by British electronic music producer Burial. Released on 5 November 2007 by Hyperdub, the album was produced by Burial in 2007 using the digital audio editing software Sound Forge.

[@emanuelperono1562]

Lesgoo Yong!!! Time for some in-depth analysis on this trailerXD

[@chitochi00]

something about the huge metal gear coming out the black water while playing a tune reminded me of peace walker

[@dimitriosvasileiadis6083]

La lalaaaaa lalalaaaaa lalalaaaaaaaaa

[@joshday2442]

I am willing to bet that the octobaby is another one of sam's monster energy induced nightmares...because let's be honest...consuming that much monster would give anyone the dooms. *had to edit since auto correct does not comprehend "kojima"

[@lettucememe3390]

Interesting fact….the original plot of Metal Gear Solid 2 was going to take place in the Middle East…but then 9/11 happened and he changed the story and setting….this is the second time he’s had to change the story for the second game in a series due to real world events….crazy coincidence

[@Dr-Manhattan]

They should've just given him the GOTY award, right there.

[@Nativelonewolf]

Death Stranding wasn't just another throwaway triple A title. It was an experience, if you know. You know. I honestly can't wait for DS2.

[@WorldsWorstBoy]

Absolutely wasn't expecting this

[@gatsumaguire6709]

They really gave Hideo Kojima the Mad Max OST for his entrance.

[@tj6111]

Seeing a lot of fellow porters here! But y is Fragile’s skin so smooth tho???? [ K E E P O N K E E P I N G O N ]

[@usonlyus7148]

Those are not Porters they are APEC purgatory of chiral beings

[@nuralich4870]

まさかデススト2が来るとは

[@chadwolf3840]

So much to unpack in that trailer. I can’t wait to see the analyses on youtube.😊

[@toshman696969]

i downloaded DS 1 and have not started till 1 week ago lol, i had so many titles to get through, just in the first week I am addicted the game is so good. Kojima is a legend.

[@jrmcrlmorales]

I really do hope they explore more of Higgs as a character more on this one. The conclusion of his story for the first game kind of left me wanting more.

[@shin-oni4223]

Hideo Kojima, the one true Big Boss

[@jp3m633]

KOJIMA IS GENIUS I CAN'T WAIT. LEA IS GORGEOUS

[@crown_clown]

I can't wait to play it. I loved Death Stranding, replaying it right now again. Loved Higgs and the vibe he brought. The story was fantastic as well as the overall ambience and atmosphere,. Looking forward for what has DS2 in store for us.

[@HandsomeJackoff]

Sure can’t wait to walk around some more!

[@guywhopaysrent]

As hyped as I am for this game, I'm disappointed they re-did BB's theme. The original is so good!

[@Xiox321]

I don't think they "re-did" it, that was just Higgs singing it.

[@lanusax]

I was a food courier during pandemic days so can relate...

[@svilenvelikov6846]

The first game is one of the best ever 🎉

[@zeronos2844]

" I didnt want to predict the future so I rewrote it." That was friggin hilarious, Kojima prolly got called that Death Stranding was tooo close to the pandemic lockdowns.

[@erfanayubi6080]

Legend kojima ❤️ 😍

[@TechnnoTrucker]

I can't wait for this!! I'm so excited for Death Stranding 2. The first games was a masterpiece. One of the best +110 hours of my life. I'll play the Directors Cut in the near future.

[@uli_Gio]

Letsssss goooooo baby. Also Higgs having a red mask and long hair to resemble Amalie?

[@alligatourist]

Musculine form, probably the red mask is also a voice changer. Beneath is amelie's face. Bionic woman reference.

[@uli_Gio]

@@alligatourist ah that's a pretty good one.