Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is finally making its way to PC, developed by Kojima Productions and ported by the talented team at Nixxes. After a full year of PS5 exclusivity, PC players can jump in and experience Sam Bridges' next journey. Whether you're checking your rig specs, figuring out your local launch time, or wondering about PlayStation bonuses, this guide covers every detail you need before the game goes live.
When Does Death Stranding 2 Launch on PC?
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach launches simultaneously worldwide on PC on March 19, with a single global unlock time of 7:30 AM PT. There's no region-by-region staggered release, meaning every player on the planet gets access at the same moment.
Here's a full breakdown of launch times across major regions:
Global simultaneous PC launch
Can You Preload Death Stranding 2 on PC?
Preload will go live on Steam a few days before the March 19 launch. The install size at launch is approximately 115 GB, but Kojima Productions and Nixxes recommend having at least 150 GB of free SSD space to ensure the installation completes without issues. Make sure you clear that space ahead of time so you're not scrambling right before unlock.
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Do not install Death Stranding 2 on a traditional HDD. All system requirement tiers specify SSD storage, and running the game from a spinning drive may cause serious performance problems.Can You Transfer PS5 Save Data to PC?
Save data cannot be transferred between PS5 and PC versions of Death Stranding 2. Progress on each platform remains separate. However, the game uses shared servers across both platforms, so you will still see activity and contributions from PS5 players reflected in the PC version's world, keeping the connected experience intact.
Do You Need a PlayStation Account to Play on PC?
A PlayStation Network account is entirely optional for the PC version. That said, linking one does come with a couple of exclusive rewards worth grabbing:
- A unique in-game design patch for backpack customization
- An exclusive suit inspired by the PlayStation logo
If you have a PSN account, it takes only a few minutes to link and nets you cosmetic bonuses at no extra cost.
What Are the Death Stranding 2 PC System Requirements?
Nixxes has published four distinct hardware tiers for Death Stranding 2 on PC, ranging from 1080p/30 FPS to 4K/60 FPS. All tiers require 16 GB of RAM and 150 GB of SSD storage, and the game runs on Windows 10 or Windows 11 (version 1909 or newer).
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The CPU requirements plateau at the High tier. Moving from High to Very High demands a significantly more powerful GPU, but the CPU spec stays the same at an i7-11700 or Ryzen 7 5700X.
If you're targeting smooth 1440p gameplay, an RTX 3070 or RX 6800 paired with a Ryzen 7 5700X hits the recommended spec exactly. Budget players with a GTX 1660 can still get a playable 30 FPS experience at 1080p on low settings.
Is Death Stranding 2 Worth Playing on PC?
Given the quality of Nixxes' previous work porting the original Death Stranding and its Director's Cut to PC, expectations for this release are high. The studio has a strong track record with demanding Kojima Productions titles, and the four-tier system requirements suggest the port has been tuned carefully for a wide range of hardware configurations.