Haven’t journeyed too far into the original PC release of Death Stranding yet? You may want to consider stepping up to the director’s cut, an upgraded version of Hideo Kojima’s open-world adventure game that is now available to purchase via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Initially released for the PS5 in September 2021, Death Stranding Director’s Cut attempts to improve upon the original experience with all sorts of added content, including new story missions, locations (i.e., the “Ruined Factory”), melee abilities, cosmetic options, and much more.
PC gamers who own a DualSense controller can even enjoy the addition of haptic feedback support, something that will allow players to feel each of Sam Porter’s footsteps as he makes his way across a post-apocalyptic U.S. plagued by mysterious creatures.
Death Stranding Director’s Cut is available for just $9.99 for those who already own the standard version, while new players can grab the full game for $39.99. Support for Intel’s new upscaling technology, XeSS, is expected to be added this summer.
PC Specifications
MINIMUM:
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-3470 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 4 GB or AMD Radeon RX 560 4 GB
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 80 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible
- Additional Notes: AVX instruction set required
RECOMMENDED:
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-3770 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX 590
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 80 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible
- Additional Notes: AVX instruction set required
HIDEO KOJIMA’S DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT AVAILABLE TODAY FOR PC (GamesPress)
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS and videogame publisher 505 Games proudly announce the release of the award-winning DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT for PC, Hideo Kojima’s definitive vision of his critically-acclaimed and genre-defying epic. Available today via Steam and the Epic Games Store for PC, DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT expands upon the award-winning adventure with an array of new features, including extended storyline, new stealth missions, combat abilities, inventory, buildable structures, cosmetic options, and more.
Most notably, DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT now includes the ‘Ruined Factory’ location, a treacherous underground compound packed with fresh dangers, plus Sam now has a wealth of new delivery assists, from cargo catapults and ramps to a stabiliser function. Melee combat has been amped up with enhanced moves such as the drop kick, whilst the new Maser Gun pacifies enemies with electricity. Finding the perfect weapon loadout is now achievable thanks to the new firing range location, whilst vehicles can be raced on the new racetrack minigame. Protagonist Sam Bridges can even ride Buddy Bots to traverse the wastelands with greater ease.
Coming soon, DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT will also support Intel’s new Xe Super Sampling (XeSS) graphics technology for an unparalleled experience on PC. XeSS uses machine learning for elevated game performance and enables players to explore the unique environment of DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT in staggering graphical detail.
Existing owners of DEATH STRANDING can upgrade to the DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT for the price of $9.99 by installing the current game and purchasing through the in-game storefront. They will also be able to seamlessly transfer across any previous game saves. Those discovering the DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT for the first time can buy Kojima’s ultimate version for $39.99.