Kojima Expands Death Stranding to Film and Anime

Hideo Kojima has announced major expansions to the Death Stranding franchise, including Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, which will feature an open-world setting in Australia with RPG elements, weapon crafting, and dynamic natural disasters, and is scheduled for release on June 26, 2025. In addition to the game sequel, Kojima confirmed a live-action film adaptation in partnership with A24 and a newly revealed anime adaptation, with both projects aiming to explore the Death Stranding universe through distinct storytelling approaches. Kojima emphasized that these adaptations are designed to go beyond retelling the game’s story, striving for innovation and aiming for recognition at major international film festivals. Details about the anime’s studio and release date have not yet been disclosed. These initiatives demonstrate Kojima’s ambition to develop Death Stranding into a wide-ranging multimedia franchise. Fans await further updates from Kojima Productions regarding the anime and film.