Solid Snake Spotted in Death Stranding 2 Trailer?

The latest trailer for Death Stranding 2 has sparked excitement among fans, especially with the introduction of a new character that bears a striking resemblance to Metal Gear's Solid Snake. Dive in to discover more about Death Stranding 2's release date and pre-order details.

Death Stranding 2 Details Unveiled at SXSW 2025

10-Minute Pre-Order Trailer Highlights New Characters and Gameplay

Kojima Productions and Sony unveiled the much-anticipated release date for Death Stranding 2: On The Beach (DS2) at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival on March 9, 2025, in Austin, Texas. The event kicked off with a captivating 10-minute trailer presented by DS2 Director Hideo Kojima. This trailer offered fans a glimpse into new story elements and gameplay, reinforcing the game's theme of human connectivity in a post-apocalyptic setting.

Joining Kojima on the panel were PlayStation’s Global Content Communications Manager Kristen Zitan, and DS2 actors Norman Reedus, reprising his role as Sam Porter Bridges, Troy Baker, and French Music Director and Designer Woodkid. The trailer introduced a new character, Neil, portrayed by Luca Marinelli, who leads a mysterious faction. Fans were quick to notice Neil's resemblance to Metal Gear’s Solid Snake, particularly due to his similar headband.

This observation was echoed by Kojima himself, who in a July 2020 Instagram post noted that Marinelli, when wearing a bandana, strikingly resembles Solid Snake. The new faction led by Neil appears poised to play a significant role in the narrative of Death Stranding 2.

Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is scheduled for release on June 26, 2025, exclusively for the PlayStation 5. Stay updated with the latest news and developments by checking out our dedicated Death Stranding 2: On The Beach article below!