Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PC Update Brings More In-Game Steam User Avatars
Kojima Productions has released update 1.4 for the PC version of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, focusing on bug fixes and enhancing the social Strand system with more player avatars. The update also includes improvements to sharpness controls for upscaling and addresses frame generation bugs. The PC version has seen a successful launch with strong player numbers and positive reviews.
This new open-back Sony gaming headset has drivers from an acclaimed studio pair at a fraction of the price
Sony has expanded its Inzone gaming hardware line with the new Inzone H6 Air wired headset and an updated Inzone M10S 2 gaming monitor. The lightweight H6 Air headset features open-back drivers from Sony's acclaimed MDR-MV1 studio headphones, while the M10S 2 monitor boasts a 540Hz refresh rate and a 0.02ms GtG response time.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
Hideo Kojima's Physint Casting Call Hints At New Details
Hideo Kojima's upcoming action-espionage game, Physint, has revealed new details through a casting call for its internal codename 'Shimmer'. The casting seeks various roles including a villain described as a 'psychotic' and 'cold killer' with a German accent, reminiscent of Mads Mikkelsen's Hannibal. The game is expected to release around 2030 or 2031, likely for the PlayStation 6, and marks Kojima's return to the genre that defined his career with the Metal Gear series.
It Takes Two, Split Fiction studio tops 50 million sales
Taneli Palola of VGChartz discusses the nominees for Best Narrative, highlighting games like Silent Hill f, Split Fiction, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Deltarune Chapters 3 & 4. It Takes Two developer Hazelight Studios' Split Fiction is noted for its co-op storytelling focus.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is Now Steam Deck Verified Thanks to Latest Update
Kojima Productions has released an update for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach on PC, achieving Steam Deck Verified status. This update includes performance optimizations, fixes for sniper rifle scope frame rate drops, and general stability improvements. The game was previously released on PlayStation 5 and later on PC, where it saw a strong debut.
Morning Patches
Several games have received official patches and updates. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has released patch v1.5.3, while Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is now Steam Deck verified. Disney Speedstorm has also issued its Season 19 patch notes.
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Verified for Steam Deck
Kojima Productions has announced that Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is now verified on Steam Deck, indicating optimal performance and functionality. The open-world action-adventure game, which features asynchronous multiplayer, is also available on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
The 007 First Light DualSense has the license to kill my future excitement for all limited edition PS5 controllers
Sony Interactive Entertainment has unveiled a limited edition DualSense controller for the upcoming game 007 First Light, featuring a gold chassis and game logo. Pre-orders begin April 17, with the controller launching May 27 to coincide with the PlayStation 5 release. The article expresses disappointment with the controller's minimalistic design, particularly the thin "barrel-inspired detailing."
Hideo Kojima put Low Roar in the Death Stranding games because he thinks gamers need more culture in their lives: "I believe that is the role entertainment is meant to play"
Hideo Kojima discussed his approach to integrating music and culture into his games, specifically mentioning the use of the band Low Roar in Death Stranding. He believes entertainment, including video games, should encourage players to explore artists and art forms beyond their usual tastes. Kojima also touched upon the development of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, aiming for a more engaging experience for players.
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This article rounds up the best PlayStation 5 games available, covering a wide range of genres and styles from AAA blockbusters to indie darlings. It highlights recent favorites and modern classics, aiming to help players discover must-play titles for the console. The list includes critically acclaimed games like Astro Bot, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, among many others.
PlayStation Studios Made $300 Million Over 3 Years From PC Releases – Rumor
A former PlayStation Studios employee's LinkedIn profile suggests the PC port division generated $300 million in net revenue over three years. Despite this success, Sony is reportedly reconsidering its strategy of bringing single-player titles to PC, though multiplayer games will continue to launch on both PC and PlayStation 5.
Morning Patches
Several games have received recent updates, including Alcyone: The Last City's one-year anniversary content update. DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH received PC Patch 1.2, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando got Update 1.5, and Tom Clancy's The Division 2 also saw a content update.
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Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is available for a limited time for $1 as part of a Fanatical Mystery Egg Bundle promotion. The game is praised for its sci-fi atmosphere and intense gunplay, though it features a challenging learning curve where players lose all gear upon death. Other potential prizes in the bundle include indie titles and older AAA games.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach sales top 2 million | News-in-brief
New Alinea Analytics estimates suggest Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has sold over 2 million copies, with 425,000 units sold in its first week on PC. In separate news, Krafton is shutting down its free-to-play PC spin-off PUBG Blindspot after only two months in Early Access, citing an inability to sustainably provide the intended player experience.
Game Reviews
This article provides a performance analysis and tuning guide for DEATH STRANDING 2: On The Beach on PC. It aims to help players achieve the best possible experience by offering optimization tips and insights into the game's technical performance.
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Death Stranding 2's PC port pushed it past 2 million copies sold
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has surpassed two million copies sold across PC and PlayStation 5. The PC version sold 425,000 copies in its first week, and the game's transition to PC occurred nine months after its initial PlayStation 5 launch, marking the fastest exclusive release to PC to date.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach's PC release takes sequel's total sales past 2 million
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has surpassed 2 million in cumulative sales across PlayStation 5 and PC, with the PC version selling approximately 425,000 copies in its first week. The PC release has also reportedly boosted PlayStation 5 sales and player engagement, despite a recent leak and subsequent piracy of the game.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for PS5 Drops to Just $29.99 During the Amazon Spring Sale
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is available for PlayStation 5 at a discounted price of $29.99 during the Amazon Spring Sale. This sale offers a significant price reduction on the highly anticipated delivery simulator.