Kojima Productions has released Update 1.009 for Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, which primarily introduces the highly anticipated Mandarin Chinese voice-over option. The update, available from October 22, 2025, at 12:00 AM CST, allows players to experience the game’s dialogue and performances fully localized in Mandarin for the first time. This addition enhances accessibility and immersion for Chinese-speaking audiences while maintaining the studio’s cinematic quality and performance-driven storytelling.
While the official announcement focuses on the language update, it is also expected that the patch includes minor bug fixes and performance improvements, continuing Kojima Productions’ commitment to polishing the player experience. This follows the previous update (version 1.008), which addressed camera stutter issues and refined stability and performance across multiple gameplay scenarios.
Full Patch Notes
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach – Update 1.009 (October 22, 2025)
- Added Mandarin Chinese Voice-Over
- Players can now select Mandarin Chinese as a voice-over option in the language settings.
- The voice pack is available as a free update for all users.
- Released globally on October 22, 2025, at 12:00 AM CST.
- General Improvements
- Includes unspecified minor bug fixes and potential stability enhancements.
Previous Update Reference (1.008):
- Fixed an issue causing camera and environment stuttering during movement.
- Applied minor fixes and performance improvements to overall gameplay.
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is an action-adventure sequel to the 2019 original, developed by Kojima Productions and directed by Hideo Kojima. The game follows Sam Porter Bridges on a new mission under the organization Drawbridge, expanding his journey beyond the United Cities of America to forge connections across new frontiers in Mexico and Australia. The title combines cinematic storytelling, intricate world design, and deep emotional themes, continuing the studio’s legacy of innovation in narrative-driven gameplay.
The game was released exclusively for PlayStation 5 on June 26, 2025, offering next-generation visuals, seamless open-world exploration, and expanded traversal mechanics.
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