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[JokerMM]

might be the best looking game ever made

 

[HeWhoWalks]

might be the best looking game ever made

Without a doubt!

Digital Foundry already agrees too!

 

[ConkerTheSquirrel.]

Well, that was super retarded.

No hate for the people looking forward to this game, but...

Kojima was better when Konami was reining him in.

 

[Camreezie]

Great Trailer as always from Kojima. Hope he sticks the landing

 

[Clear]

The word that keeps popping in my head when watching this is REFINED.

Which is different from polish, or iteration because it implies there's a purity being sought.
Its like Kojima has had this vision in his head since Metal Gear, and every game he does he gets closer to this "thing" he's been chasing in terms of presentation.

And eccentric as some of Kojima's vision is, its guided by very formal rules: You can tell he must obsess over scene composition and framing, probably studying and take notes from his favourite movies. Watching that trailer it also struck me that there's very little in there gameplay/game design-wise that he hasn't done in the past, his mechanical and structural design approach is quite familiar at this point, but the presentation and all round stylishness of the package puts a unique spin on it.

I mean, I feel like that trailer pretty much showed the whole game, and its all just building on stuff he's done in the past, but damn!

Sorry to gush, but I think that trailer was a great reminder that, regardless of whether you dig his stuff or not, Kojima is special. Its the combination of a truly singular vision, and the ability to deliver that vision in such a refined way that I really don't think anyone else in the industry can match.

 

[rofif]

I’m sorry, but I don’t get it.

The ramblings of a madman.

Creativity and imagination is so long gone these days, that when auteur appears, people call him mad man.
Kojima is one of the few who got to power to put his imagination to the $

 

[March Climber]

Well, that was super retarded.

No hate for the people looking forward to this game, but...

Kojima was better when Konami was reining him in.

Well then, I have good news for you. This is his next big game:

Hope to see you there in ~4 years.

 

[ManaByte]

Who says the Pro isn’t worth it now?

 

[ConkerTheSquirrel.]

You guys sure love to ride Kojima's dick. I enjoyed the first game as its something unique but come on...
Graphics are 5% better than the first game which already still looks amazing.
Other than that, I expected a big step up in the gameplay department which seems is not the case. Walking and delivering packages with basic ass shooting remains unchanged.

I loved Kojima back in the PS1-2 days when what he was doing was revolutionary.

Guy can make a refined game, but my god, at this point, his obsession with cinema is just... bleh.

 

[TheTurboFD]

Day 1 for me. Bring Rick Grimes in here and it will be GOTY. What we calling the new Solid Snake character?

 

[James Sawyer Ford]

I loved Kojima back in the PS1-2 days when what he was doing was revolutionary.

Guy can make a refined game, but my god, at this point, his obsession with cinema is just... bleh.

Play something else then.

Kojima has always been about cinematic flair.

 

[ManaByte]

Digital Foundry already agrees too!

Ew BluCry

 

[Pasta la Vista]

Who says the Pro isn’t worth it now?

You will be when you realize this isn't being done with PSSR.

 

[Angry_Megalodon]

I loved Kojima back in the PS1-2 days when what he was doing was revolutionary.

Guy can make a refined game, but my god, at this point, his obsession with cinema is just... bleh.

In Death Stranding, there are more game mechanics than in the vast majority. I don't understand this cinema argument when his gameplays are always tight.

 

[HeWhoWalks]

Ew BluCry

Eh, yeah. But, it's simply about the link.

Pasta la Vista

Neither were the Horizon games. So what?

 

[ManaByte]

You will be when you realize this isn't being done with PSSR.

Keep kidding yourself.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Hamilton × DS2 limited edition watch (2,000 pieces with individual case back numbering):

DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH LIMITED EDITION WATCH PRODUCED BY HAMILTON | Kojima Productions

Kojima Productions

www.kojimaproductions.jp

KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, in collaboration with heritage horologists Hamilton, have produced a limited-edition watch, modelled on the in-game timepiece worn by Neil in DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH. The newly released game trailer offers a glimpse of the watch in-game: Here. The American Classic Boulton Death Stranding 2 Limited Edition is set to release in June in line with the release of DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH for PlayStation®5.

Made possible by legendary art director Yoji Shinkawa, the futuristic, Boulton-inspired Limited Edition reflects the techno-apocalyptic environment of DEATH STRANDING. Design cues are seen in the sleek, arching lines of the titanium case with black PVD treatment. Combining durability with a rugged yet refined look, titanium reduces the case’s weight by 45 percent and is highly resistant to saltwater corrosion. For more details visit hamiltonwatch.com full technical specifications below.

The watch features seven sapphire crystals: one primary viewing window with two columns of three on each side of the case. Minimalist grey indicators on the face are set off with a contrasting orange lacquered seconds hand and 12 o’clock index. Looped hour and minute hands reference the sapphire design and bring lightness to the face. The three-hand automatic 25-jewel movement features an 80-hour power reserve while a Nivachron™ balance spring offers enhanced resistance to magnetic fields, changes in temperature and shocks.


Limited to just 2,000 pieces with individual case back numbering, the watch features collectable packaging inspired by narrative elements from the game as well as a bespoke cleaning cloth unique to the collaboration.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

American Classic Boulton Death Stranding 2 Limited Edition

• Case: 36x48mm black PVD titanium case. Open case back with Death Stranding logo
• Height: 13,7mm
• Lug width: 20mm Dial Black dial with multiple finishings
• Hands: Hour and minute hands with special loop shape and orange second hand
• Movement:
  • Three-hand automatic movement with 25 jewels and 80h power reserve.
  • Movement holder with special tar finishing
• Bracelet: 3-rows black PVD titanium bracelet with sandblasted finishing and butterfly clasp
• Glass: Sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating on all 7 top crystals
• Water resistance: 5 bar (50m)

 

[Hohenheim]

Not watching that trailer, as I already feel i've seen too much, but very happy to see this releasing quite soon!
Day 1.
Wish it was PC day and date, but the PS5 Pro will have to do.
Definitly not waiting extra months for this one.

 

[ConkerTheSquirrel.]

In Death Stranding, there are more game mechanics than in the vast majority. I don't understand this cinema argument when his gameplays are always tight.

Don't I know it. Finished the first game and, while the story engrossed me, once I finished it, I felt no need to go back and experience the thing again. Still had side-missions left, but the motivation to play it again is just gone.

And come on, George Miller? Maybe I'm just jaded now, but Kojima's a brown-noser. He can't find anyone else worthy of mocap?

EDIT: before people jump my hide, it's okay to want to play a game AND express criticism. I don't intend to shit on everyone's cake, just expressing my opinion.

 

[Lokaum D+]

And ppl think MHwilds is a demanding game....

This looks spetacular, Jesus.

 

[Flabagast]

Looks a gen above anything we have seen yet on PS5.

Insane visuals, and the game looks to be so diverse. I am speechless

 

[Red Crayon Aristocrat]

This will be super tough to wait for on PC.

The issue in today's world is Twitter will spoil the absolute shit out of every aspect of the game.

Once upon a time all you had to do was stay off 4chan.

 

[GymWolf]

It is good to see some locations and gameplay variations, nice trailer, hopefully pro is gonna flex the muscles with this one.

 

[Ashamam]

Once upon a time all you had to do was stay off 4chan.

Its pretty easy to stay off X imo. Careful (very careful) curation of Youtube plus NeoGaf (plus Whirlpool, an Australian forum) with a touch of Bluesky gets me everything I need in gaming news. Oh and game specific Discords, can't forget those. The key to all Social Media these days is to configure it as 'Pull' media, and don't engage with any of the 'Push' mechanics. Basically block all the algorithms and limit discovery to real recommendations from actual people.

 

[EviLore]

Great year for gaming.

 

[Luipadre]

This shit hyped me up so much it will be hard to fall asleep lol. Here am i, 39 next month and im getting excited for a video game like a baby for his new toy.

 

[yogaflame]

Who says the Pro isn’t worth it now?

The trailer is on base ps5 and it already looks beautiful and fully optimize for base ps5. This means it will surely be incredible with ps5 pro's additional upgrades and by that time in June, Pssr ML has matured even more. Maybe the rumored some FSR4 features will be in PSSR has already been implemented.

 

[rkofan87]

holly shit end of june that is soon

 

[TheRedRiders]

fingers crossed for 60 FPS on PS5 Pro!!

 

[EverydayBeast]

Ps5 exclusive? Haven’t they done business with M$ before?

 

[TerribleAtThisGame]

The art direction in this is seriously fucking incredible. I can't tell you the last time I saw a trailer and was swept up in it like this to be a lil drama queen. The variety really surprised me and the environments look stunning.

Where the first one clearly had cut corners presumably due to time and budget, thus just looks fully refined, realized and unchained on every level. I fucking love to see the batshit creativity.

 

[XXL]

Ps5 exclusive? Haven’t they done business with M$ before?

 

[Pedro Motta]

This looks magnificent. Day fucking zero.

Thank you Kojima, we don't deserve you.

 

[MaKTaiL]

Is it too early to say Decima >>>>>>> UE5?

 

[rkofan87]

The art direction in this is seriously fucking incredible. I can't tell you the last time I saw a trailer and was swept up in it like this to be a lil drama queen. The variety really surprised me and the environments look stunning.

Where the first one clearly had cut corners presumably due to time and budget, thus just looks fully refined, realized and unchained on every level. I fucking love to see the batshit creativity.

and it being on ps4

 

[Gaiff]

fingers crossed for 60 FPS on PS5 Pro!!

Will likely have a 60fps mode on both. Not sure how the base PS5’s IQ will hold up, but it should be decent.

 

[TerribleAtThisGame]

and it being on ps4

These two gens have been bleeding together so unceremoniously for me, I legit forgot about this huge "detail".

 

[James Sawyer Ford]

Will likely have a 60fps mode on both. Not sure how the base PS5’s IQ will hold up, but it should be decent.

Trailer shows base PS5, and the IQ looks superb @ 60 fps. Pro must look insane.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

 

[rkofan87]

ds2 in june and yotei in september 2 big for sony if yotei dose not slip too 26

 

[EverydayBeast]

Yes is ds2 being an exclusive a secret?

 

[Arsic]

Watched this shit 4 times already.

Straight into my veins.

 

[TerribleAtThisGame]

I'm shitting myself with excitement. Shit looks like the ultimate sequel when you fantasize about what they could do with something you were really into.

 

[Kilau]

The issue in today's world is Twitter will spoil the absolute shit out of every aspect of the game.

Once upon a time all you had to do was stay off 4chan.

I suppose as long as it’s not horrible on PS5 amateur I can just double dip later.

 

[Arsic]

I'm shitting myself with excitement. Shit looks like the ultimate sequel when you fantasize about what they could do with something you were really into.

Exactly.

He took his original concept and elevated 100X.

Insane he is putting this out in 3-4 years max from the last entry.

 

[yogaflame]

Will likely have a 60fps mode on both. Not sure how the base PS5’s IQ will hold up, but it should be decent.

IQ already looks great on base ps5 and it looks like at has a decent and stable frame rate. I think they will take advantage more the Ps5 pro features on more frame rate boost and lighting.

 

[dEvAnGeL]

Horizon FW looks insane on base ps5 and the Pro at 60fps. This only gives hope that 60 fps mode on this game, should there be one. Will look amazing.

 

[AtomicStarving]

This is fucking crazy. Holy shit

Game of the generation material

 

[Ribi]

Same exciting gameplay standing outside in a line at midnight as it is playing the game

 

[VeganElduderino]

I mean thr game is fucking beautiful, but this must be one of the weirdest thing I've even seen, but than again I never made it very far in the 1st one..