The Only Official Art Book for 'Death Stranding 2' Released Today, April 2nd! Featuring a Rich Volume of Precious Art!!

KADOKAWA Game Linkage Inc. (Headquarters: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Shusuke Toyoshima) published 'THE ART OF DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH' on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

The official art book for Kojima Productions' highly anticipated title, 'DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH', released in June 2025, is now available.

This 240-page book is packed with a vast number of visuals created by Art Director Yoji Shinkawa, as well as concept art and design sketches drawn by the Kojima Productions art team! It is an essential volume for deeply understanding the meticulously constructed world of the game, offering a rich collection of art.

Numerous artworks and design sketches related to characters and enemies are included. Some content that was not actually reflected in the game is also featured.

The field image boards are also extensive, offering insights into the concepts behind the creation of the game's world.

Artworks and design sketches related to equipment and mechanics are also included. The accompanying comments reveal Art Director Yoji Shinkawa's specific design considerations and concepts.

*This book is the Japanese edition of 'THE ART OF DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH', which was published by TITAN BOOKS in the UK in February 2026.

Overview

【Title】THE ART OF DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH

【Release Date】Thursday, April 2, 2026

【Specifications】Full color / 257×270mm / Hardcover / 240 pages

【Price】6,600 yen (6,000 yen + tax) 【Publisher】KADOKAWA Game Linkage

【Distributor】KADOKAWA 【Other】The digital version is also available on various e-book stores, including "BOOK☆WALKER".

●For details and purchase, click here

(KADOKAWA Official Website) https://www.kadokawa.co.jp/product/322508000838/

(Amazon)

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4047338206/

●'Death Stranding 2' Official Website

https://www.kojimaproductions.jp/ja/death-stranding-2

(C)KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd. / HIDEO KOJIMA. This translation of The Art of

DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH, first published in 2026, is published by

arrangement with Titan Publishing Group Ltd. through The English Agency (Japan) Ltd.

About KADOKAWA Game Linkage Inc.

KADOKAWA Game Linkage Inc. (Representative Director and President: Shusuke Toyoshima) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KADOKAWA Corporation. It operates game media businesses, including publishing information magazines under the "Famitsu" and "Game no Dengeki" brands, managing web services, and distributing videos. In addition, it challenges itself to create new value in all fields related to games, such as merchandise production, event planning and management, and esports management. We aim to heighten the passion of games and users, and further expand the fun and enjoyment of games.

Official Website: https://kadokawagamelinkage.jp