It’s helpful to know the preload details and file size for Death Stranding 2, so you can get a head start on the download process and plan your storage space accordingly.
Death Stranding 2 follows the events of the first game, as you step back into the shoes of Sam Porter Bridges on his journey to deliver supply packages, while avoiding or confronting all of the dangers around him.
Legendary video game designer Hideo Kojima and his team have been working on the sequel for over five years, and if it’s anything like the first one, there will be up to 100 hours, if not more, worth of content. Taking that into consideration, let’s take a look at how large the file size is and how to preload the game.
When Can You Preload Death Stranding 2?
Death Stranding 2 is available to preload now.
You are more than welcome to wait until the official release date of June 26 or June 24 for Early Access players, but we recommend preloading the game early.
The Death Stranding 2 file size is much larger than most PS5 games. With that in mind, it’s much better to get the download process out of the way early, so you can play immediately when the game goes live.
How to Preload Death Stranding 2 on PlayStation 5
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to preload Death Stranding 2 on PS5.
- From the PS5 home screen, go to the PlayStation Store.
- Go to the magnifying glass in the top right corner.
- Type in Death Stranding 2.
- Select which Edition of the game you want, and then complete the purchase.
- From there, you will be able to start the download.
Death Stranding 2 File Size Explained
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has a file size of 91.476 GB, which is nearly double the 55 GB of the original Death Stranding from 2019.
The average game file size for a PlayStation 5 is around 40 to 40 GB, so Death Stranding 2 is much larger than what fans may have expected.
Base PlayStation 5 consoles only have around 667 GB available for storing games and other data, so you might need to clear some room before completing the download. Meanwhile, the PS5 Pro offers around 1.89 TB of storage, so downloading this game shouldn’t be an issue.
For more on Death Stranding 2, check out the full voice cast, our pre-order guide that explains all editions, bonuses, and prices, and the complete trophy list.
What games are you clearing out to make room for Death Stranding 2? Let us know on the Insider Gaming Forums.
Comments