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Death Stranding 2 On the Beach (DS2)

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Death Stranding 2 Early Access
The early access for Death Stranding 2 On the Beach starts on June 24, 2025. See the early access release countdown and time and learn how to play the game early here!

Early Access Countdown

Early Access Started on June 24, 2025!

Early Access is now live!

Players who purchased the Deluxe Edition and Collector's Edition have access to Death Stranding 2 On the Beach two days ahead of the full release on June 26, 2025

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Early Access Release Times

Early Access Start at 12AM Local Time

Death Stranding 2 Release Date

Early Access for Death Stranding 2 On the Beach officially started at 12 AM local time on June 24, 2025, unlocking based on your PlayStation account's region.

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Early Access Start Times By Region

Region Time Zone Hours Behind
New Zealand (NZST) UTC+12 -
Australian East Coast UTC+10 2
Japan UTC+9 3
Australian West Coast UTC+8 4
Philippines UTC+8 4
South Africa (SAST) UTC+2 10
United Kingdom (BST) UTC+1 11
Brazil (BRT) UTC-3 15
United States (EDT) UTC-4 16

Note that in the United States, games launch at midnight Eastern Time for the country as a whole.

How to Play Early

Pre-Order the Digital Deluxe Edition or Collector's Edition

Death Stranding 2 On the Beach was available ahead of the official launch on June 26, 2025 via pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition or Collector's Edition. Either edition includes two days early access, in addition to the pre-order bonuses the edition comes with.

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