Death Stranding 2 Global Launch Timings Revealed: Here's When Indian Gamers Can Start Playing
While Kojima Productions hasn’t directly announced the regional launch schedule for 'Death Stranding 2', the early access version includes a countdown timer that gives away everything.
Ever since Death Stranding 2: On the Beach was unveiled at The Game Awards in December 2022, excitement around Hideo Kojima’s sequel has only grown louder. From speculative leaks to snippets of gameplay, the community has been actively trying to piece together every clue. The latest twist? The first hour of the game has reportedly leaked online — a massive reveal before the official launch. Despite the chaos, fans now finally have something solid: the global release timings are here.
While Kojima Productions hasn’t directly announced the regional launch schedule, the early access version includes a countdown timer that gives away everything. Based on this, players now have a clear idea of exactly when they’ll be able to step into the post-apocalyptic shoes of Sam Porter Bridges once again.
Early Access Kicks Off June 24
There will be two versions of the game — the Standard Edition and the Digital Deluxe (or Collector’s Edition). Those who’ve opted for the latter will enjoy a 48-hour head start, beginning June 24, 2025. The early access timer points to a midnight launch on the US East Coast, which effectively means that global players can calculate their release timing accordingly.
There’s a countdown in this version of the game which gives the exact time when the early access period will begin, and that is at 12 AM on June 24 in the East Coast, the developers noted.
Region-Wise Launch Breakdown
Using the 48-hour early access window as a reference point, here’s when Death Stranding 2 will unlock for all players in different regions on June 26, 2025. Note the Mumbai timings for gamers in India.
- New York (ET/UTC-4): 12:00 AM, Thursday
- Los Angeles (PT/UTC-7): 9:00 PM, Wednesday (June 25)
- London (BST/UTC+1): 5:00 AM, Thursday
- Berlin (CEST/UTC+2): 6:00 AM, Thursday
- Mumbai (IST/UTC+5:30): 9:30 AM, Thursday
- Tokyo (JST/UTC+9): 1:00 PM, Thursday
- Sydney (AEST/UTC+10): 2:00 PM, Thursday
Kojima Productions has yet to officially publish these regional times on its website or social media. But the embedded countdown in the Digital Deluxe Edition appears to leave little room for ambiguity.
Countdown Begins For One Of 2025’s Most Anticipated Releases
As the launch nears, anticipation is reaching a boiling point. With confirmed details like the return of Sam, a new setting inspired by post-apocalyptic Australia, and deeper lore awaiting players, Death Stranding 2 promises to be one of the defining titles of the year. And now, with the timing finally decoded, fans can officially start the countdown.
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