It looks like a new trailer for Death Stranding 2 is on the horizon, but when exactly will we get to see it?
Players caught wind of this potential update when Hideo Kojima posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he’s "sitting at the editing desk for the first time in a year." While no one knows exactly what he’s working on, fans are already buzzing with excitement — could it be a new Death Stranding 2 trailer?
His post seems to check out, as Kojima’s last trailer for Death Stranding 2 was released back in February 2024. If that timing is anything to go by, his return to the editing chair could signal another big reveal — possibly for an upcoming State of Play, which, according to rumors, is expected to air on February 14, Valentine’s Day.
Of course, this is all speculation, but industry insider NateTheHate — the same leaker who correctly revealed details about the Nintendo Switch 2 — has doubled down on claims that Sony is preparing something big to kick off the year, potentially with a new State of Play.
Anything is possible, but one thing is certain: whenever Kojima is editing trailer footage, fans take notice. He did the same thing back when the first Death Stranding was announced, crafting lengthy, enigmatic trailers that took the internet by storm.
The debut Death Stranding trailer was a cryptic puzzle, yet compelling enough to spark widespread discussion. Who would’ve thought a scene featuring a baby giving a thumbs-up from inside someone’s stomach could make such an impact on gamers?
Death Stranding 2 aims to be a massive sequel, promising enhancements to its atmospheric "walking simulator" gameplay. This includes new weather effects and natural disasters that could disrupt our deliveries, adding an extra layer of challenge to our futuristic FedEx man.
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If all goes well for Kojima Productions, Death Stranding 2 could potentially launch this year. Kojima himself has been busy with multiple projects, including his mysterious collaboration with filmmaker Jordan Peele (Us, Get Out).
While the 10-minute Death Stranding 2 reveal trailer was as cryptic as ever, another trailer might finally provide more answers — and possibly even a release date.