Fighting humans also doesn't fit in much with the themes of Death Stranding , which leans very much into actively encouraging kindness and cooperation. Fighting human enemies not only tests one's patience on this front but is antithetical to this theme. The otherworldly and often terrifying BTs of Death Stranding are a much more nuanced enemy that should be focused on in Death Stranding 2 , while human enemies should be removed altogether or at least reserved for high-profile bos

Perhaps Death Stranding 2 will delve deeper into the maternal, allow Sam to have a connection to his deceased mother, and further explore his origin, while also exploring both Lisa and Cliff Unger’s love story that is yet to be t

It’s a pretty practical weapon against enemies, but how it works just makes no sense. It’s a foam finger that practically disintegrates body parts. In the hands of many, this weapon could take over entire planets, all whilst being entirely comfortable thanks to the foam padd

A simple variation on missions can be a big improvement for those looking for a change of pace from Death Stranding 's walking simulation and cargo management . Perhaps the player has to retrieve a package from BT-infested lands or has to eliminate a particularly strong BT threatening a route. Maybe another Mule had to drop their delivery and Sam has to pick it up and finish it. Anything to change up the mundane formula would be much more fun for those that need the change of pace while ultimately not affecting the overall feel of the g

Death Stranding 's vehicles are very clunky and handle very poorly even on straight, even terrain. The vehicles need to be revamped at the least if not removed entirely. Despite often being the best choice for transporting packages, driving vehicles is a chore especially when there are far more interesting and innovative methods of travel. The slingshot, zipline, and robot sled are unique methods of transportation design and are often faster and more fun to use than vehicles. These types of movement should be more encouraged in a Death Stranding sequel. Creating differed, uneven terrain would lend well to this and would cause players to lean more heavily into Death Stranding 's multiplayer social features as players explore and create new transportation netwo

The original Death Stranding follows the story of Sam Bridges, portrayed by Reedus, as he seeks to connect the disparate parts of a post-apocalyptic United States. He does so by delivering packages on foot, by vehicle, or through many other devices. While there is a bizarre story tying it all together, the majority of the gameplay is centered on this concept. The themes of bringing people together was largely supported by Death Stranding's multiplayer component which had players from all over the world working together to build structu

Through video games, creators have been able to make commentary on society and various human experiences, allowing gamers to understand more about their fellow gamers and the world around them. This is the case with Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice , which was developed by Ninja Theory and released in 2017. The game features a woman named Senua who goes on a journey to rescue her dead lover's soul. She is plagued by voices of Furies in her head, and she sees the world differently, which can be quite frightening for her at times. However, it never stops her from achieving her goals. Many of Senua's experiences resemble psychosis, and the developers went to great lengths to ensure accuracy. Consequently, by cleverly stimulating the senses, the game weaves a story that both educates and enterta

Kojima has continued to stoke Death Stranding 2 rumors on Twitter where, in October, he posted a picture of himself with Eric Lempel and Craig Malanka, who are the top executives of PlayStation's marketing department. Many saw this as a hint that Kojima Productions may be partnering with Sony for something big. Not long after, he posted a picture of himself with the head of PlayStation Studios Hermen Hulst, and with Elle Fanning in a video call. Sleuthing fans noticed that Geoff Keighley was also part of the video call. In both images, he is wearing a shirt that features the same baby doll that often appears in Death Stranding 2 lore Strandi

This was seen, for instance, with Naughty Dog's The Last of Us 2 which features plenty of close-ups that allow facial expressions to convey a breadth of information about characters and their reactions to situations. Oftentimes, words are not needed, because facial expressions are rendered with enough clarity for players to easily read each scene. The game grapples with complicated themes such as revenge, trauma, and justice, and the performances of the characters are integral to properly conveying the st

In Dying Light 2 , darkness plays a huge part in the game's inner mechanics . When players are exploring the open world at night, they'll be sitting on the edge of their seats, barely able to see what's going on but knowing in their hearts that they're surrounded by danger. There are close-quarters environments, thick with powerful, infected creatures, absolutely littered with jumpscares, that players simply must expl