An open world action game developed by Kojima Productions,Death Strandingplunges players head first into an apocalyptic United States. A catastrophic event creates strange creatures known as “beached things” or BTs. They wreak havoc on America with a destructive rain and repeated “voidouts.” It is up to Sam Porter Bridges to deliver cargo to various cities and attempt to get them back online.
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Death Strandingis beautifully made with an intense attention to detail. Despite the serious nature of the plot, the game never fails with its fun sense of humor– evidentby Easter eggsand hidden game features, Kojima makes it easy to break up the serious moments with a laugh. There are so many of these secrets in the game that those who play through quickly may never realize its full potential.
10More Customizable Than You Think
It is not uncommon for games to allow players to customize their character’s look. Sam can change from his futuristic gear to looking even more like Norman Reedus than he already does. The player can adjust Sam’s hairstyle, his clothing, give him sunglasses, goggles, and even hats. Players can also customize Sam’s vehicles, along with the colors of the walls inside his room.
9Sam Can Learn To Play The Harmonica
Like many features inDeath Stranding, players can easily progress through the game without ever getting the harmonica. In order to nab this cool item, Sam has to meet a character called “the Musician” located in the Eastern Region. He will give Sam a mission and reward him with it after the task is complete. Once equipped and resting, Sam is able to play BB’s theme, which is a great way to quicklycalm the little onewhen stressed.
8Conan O’Brien Can Give Sam An Otter Hat
Another fun moment that can easily be missed is Conan O’Brien’s hilarious cameo. Sam can meet The Wandering MC in the Central Region in Episode 3.
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Conan graciously presents Sam with a strange sea otter hat… for some reason. In a move very reminiscent of somethingstraight out ofSuper Mario Bros, the otter hat allows Sam to effectively navigate deeper water.
7A Popular British Rock Band Contributed Music To The Soundtrack
Along with a fantastic original score by Ludwig Forsell, Bring Me The Horizon also contributed toDeath Stranding’sepic soundtrack. The band’s front-manhad this to sayabout their involvement. “Kojima-san is one of the few people I would call a hero to me, so making a track for his first game since he left Konami was equal parts daunting, stressful and exciting." The soundtrack also includes artists such as Major Lazer and The Neighbourhood.
6Full Of Cast-Related Easter Eggs
Some of the Easter eggs require the player to actually know something about the cast (and it’s not the giant AMC’sRide with Norman Reedusbanner on the shower). Blink and you’ll miss it references include hints at Mads Mikkelsen’s past ballet career, Cliff pouring the same type of wine that his character prefers inHannibal, and Deadman referencingThe Shape Of Water.
5Death Stranding Exists Because Silent Hills Fell Through
Konami approached Hideo Kojima to develop what would have been the ninth game of theSilent Hillseries back in 2012. Guillermo del Toro was also slated to be involved in development, and Norman Reedus was cast as the main character.
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Konami released aplayable teaser titled “PT”, but the deal eventually fell through due to fallout between Konami and Kojima. Determined to continue to work together, Kojima, del Toro, and Reedus teamed up again to make what would becomeDeath Stranding.
4Grenades Are Made Out Of Bodily Fluids
Ever wonder why Sam showers and goes to the bathroom so often, or even why there are so many ways for him to do so? Sam can relieve himself in public and in private in his room. Sitting or standing! Most of Sam’s weapons are actually made out of his excrement and other fluids that are collected when he showers. It’s pretty odd, but if it works, it works!
3Sam Can Sing In Japanese
Throughout Sam’s journeys, he might discover hot springs. The player has the option to have Sam take a bath with BB floating with him. If left sitting there long enough, Sam will begin singinga strange yet catchy song.
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Though it sounds like Sam might have spontaneously made it up, it’s actually a Japanese song titled “Ii Yu Da Na.” It roughly translates to “good hot water.”
2Hideo Kojima Cameos As A BT
It’s no secret that there are tons of cameos of famous actors, directors, and tv personalities inDeath Stranding,so it’sno wonder thatHideo Kojima wantedto get in on the action. While resting in Sam’s room, it is possible to access a secret cutscene of Sam having a nightmare. In this dream, he sees himself being attacked by a BT with the face of Hideo Kojima himself.
1Sam Will Punch You In The Face For Peeping
Some of the funniest features are only found if the playerspecifically clicks aroundand does, well, strange things. Zooming in on Sam’s crotch while he is in his room will cause Sam to become embarrassed and cover himself. If the player continues, he will angrily flip the camera the ol' middle finger. If players are very persistent with their peeping, Sam abruptly gets up and punches the camera.
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