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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PC specs detailed

Kojima Productions, in partnership with Nixxes Software, has revealed the technical specifications and PC-exclusive enhancements for the highly anticipated sequel.

Following its successful debut on PlayStation 5, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach officially arrives on PC on March 19, 2026. This version promises to push modern hardware to its limits, featuring cutting-edge technologies to ensure a superior visual and performance experience.

Performance and advanced technology

The port, handled by Nixxes Software (renowned for their high-quality Sony PC ports), will feature full support for the latest upscaling and frame generation technologies, including NVIDIA DLSS 4, AMD FSR 4, and Intel XeSS 2.

Additionally, PC players can expect:

  • Unlocked frame rates.
  • Ultrawide Monitor Support: 21:9 aspect ratio for gameplay and cutscenes (also available on PS5) and exclusive 32:9 Super Ultrawide support for PC.
  • Immersive Audio: Compatibility with Dolby Access, DTS Sound Unbound, and Windows Sonic.
  • Controller Support: Full mouse and keyboard support, alongside complete integration with DualSense haptic features.

System requirements

The development team provided a detailed breakdown for different player profiles, ranging from handheld users to 4K enthusiasts:

CategoryMinimum (1080p @ 30 FPS)Recommended (1440p @ 60 FPS)Ultra (4K @ 60 FPS)
GPU (NVIDIA)GTX 1660RTX 3070RTX 4080
GPU (AMD)RX 5500 XT (8GB)RX 6800RX 9070 XT
CPU (Intel)Core i3-10100Core i7-11700Core i7-11700
CPU (AMD)Ryzen 3 3100Ryzen 7 5700XRyzen 7 5700X
RAM16 GB16 GB16 GB
SSD Space150 GB150 GB150 GB

Note: An optimized “Portable” preset has been included specifically for gaming handhelds (such as Steam Deck and similar devices).

Death Stranding 2 for PC is now available for pre-purchase on Steam and the Epic Games Store.

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