Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is Heading to PC on March 19th
Kojima Productions, in collaboration with Nixxes Software, is set to release Death Stranding 2: On the Beach on PC on March 19, 2026. Pre-purchase options are now available on both Steam and the Epic Games Store and Steam.
PC System Requirements
Nixxes Software has detailed the PC system requirements to ensure a smooth experience for all “Porters,” as players are known within the Death Stranding universe. The game offers a range of graphics presets, from Low to Very High, and a Portable preset optimized for handheld gaming devices. Here’s a breakdown of the recommended hardware:
| Category | Minimum | Medium | High (Recommended) | Very High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graphics Preset | Low | Medium | High | Very High |
| Avg Performance | 1080p @ 30 FPS | 1080p @ 60 FPS | 1440p @ 60 FPS | 4K @ 60 FPS |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT 8GB | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB / AMD Radeon RX 6600 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-10100 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100 | Intel Core i5-11400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600 | Intel Core i7-11700 / AMD Ryzen 7 5700X | Intel Core i7-11700 / AMD Ryzen 7 5700X |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | 16GB | 16GB |
| OS | Windows 10/11 (Version 1909 or newer) | Windows 10/11 (Version 1909 or newer) | Windows 10/11 (Version 1909 or newer) | Windows 10/11 (Version 1909 or newer) |
| Storage | 150GB SSD | 150GB SSD | 150GB SSD | 150GB SSD |
Enhanced PC Features
The PC version of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will offer several features tailored for PC gamers. These include full mouse and keyboard support with customizable keybinds, DualSense controller integration with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, and support for ultrawide monitors, including 21:9 and 32:9 resolutions in 4K. players can expect unlocked framerates during gameplay (with cinematics locked to 60 FPS), upscaling and frame generation technologies, and support for 3D audio via Dolby Access, DTS Sound Unbound, or Windows Sonic for Headphones.
About Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a standalone sequel to the critically acclaimed Death Stranding. Players will once again take on the role of Sam Porter Bridges, tasked with connecting Australia to the Chiral network. The game features a new range of tools, weapons, and vehicles, and introduces new challenges such as natural disasters and the Timefall. The Social Strand System, which allows players to interact and influence each other’s worlds, will also return.