Will Death Stranding 2 Come to Xbox Game Pass Now?

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It’s becoming less common for games to be limited to just one console. Microsoft has been leading the way by releasing Xbox games on other platforms like the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5, with the new Halo: Campaign Evolved being a prime example. Sony is now following suit, successfully releasing many of its popular titles on PC and even bringing games like Helldivers 2 to Xbox Series X/S. However, the recent news that Death Stranding will be available through Xbox Game Pass is a major step towards ending console exclusivity altogether.

With the first Death Stranding now available on Xbox, players are wondering if the sequel, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, will also come to Xbox consoles. Many are hoping it will even be included with Xbox Game Pass. While fans are enjoying revisiting the original game, their thoughts are already turning to the possibility of playing the next installment on Xbox as well.

Is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Coming to Xbox Game Pass?

Now that Death Stranding: Director’s Cut is coming to Xbox Game Pass on January 21st, people are starting to ask about the sequel and if it will also be available on the service. Unfortunately, there’s no information yet about Death Stranding 2: On the Beach coming to Xbox Game Pass, as the game isn’t even out on Xbox yet.

Most people expect Death Stranding 2 to eventually be available on Xbox. While the first Death Stranding was only on PlayStation, the developers, Kojima Productions, now own the rights to the game and released it on multiple platforms in 2024, suggesting the sequel could follow suit.

It’s quite possible we’ll see Death Stranding 2 on Xbox Game Pass. Game Pass has proven to be a great way for developers to earn money and reach a large audience. However, even though Kojima Productions now fully owns the Death Stranding franchise, the sequel is still heavily promoted and published by PlayStation. The extent of Sony’s continued involvement isn’t yet known.

What It Means for Death Stranding on Xbox Game Pass?

Even if a sequel doesn’t happen, adding Death Stranding: Director’s Cut to Xbox Game Pass is fantastic news for subscribers. This version of the game includes extra content, improved gameplay, and helpful tweaks, making it the best way to experience the story. It also lets players who weren’t sure about the original or its unique style try it out without any risk.

Hideo Kojima wants to reach more players, which is becoming harder as games get more expensive to make and taking creative chances feels riskier. Xbox Game Pass could help with this by ensuring his games are seen by a lot of people, even without relying on traditional game sales. Getting new players familiar with his game’s world and style before a sequel comes out could also build excitement and increase demand when that sequel is released on other systems.

A significant aspect of this news is its potential impact on future games from Kojima Productions. With both Physint and OD in development, and the studio’s first game appearing on Xbox Game Pass, it suggests we might see wider releases down the line. Although Death Stranding 2 is currently planned as a PlayStation 5 exclusive, things can always change. While the arrival of Death Stranding: Director’s Cut on Xbox Game Pass doesn’t guarantee anything about the sequel, it definitely shifts the discussion around game exclusivity and the industry’s move away from it. For now, the situation is still uncertain.

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2026-01-21 16:40