Solid Snake Spotted in Death Stranding 2 Trailer

Death Stranding 2 unveiled a thrilling new trailer during SXSW 2025, sparking excitement with a character that bears a striking resemblance to Metal Gear's iconic Solid Snake. Dive into the details about Death Stranding 2's release date and pre-order information right here.

Death Stranding 2 Details Revealed at SXSW 2025

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

Hideo Kojima was joined on stage by PlayStation's Global Content Communications Manager Kristen Zitan, as well as key actors from the game, including Norman Reedus, who reprises his role as Sam Porter Bridges, and Troy Baker. The trailer also introduced a new character, Neil, portrayed by Luca Marinelli, who leads a mysterious faction. Fans were quick to notice Neil's uncanny resemblance to Metal Gear's Solid Snake, particularly due to his similar headband.

Kojima himself acknowledged this likeness in an Instagram post from July 2020, where he noted that Marinelli, especially when wearing a bandana, strikingly resembles Solid Snake. This new faction, led by Neil, is set to play a significant role in the narrative of Death Stranding 2.

Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is scheduled to launch on June 26, 2025, exclusively for the PlayStation 5. To stay updated with all the latest news and developments on the game, be sure to check out our comprehensive Death Stranding 2: On The Beach article below!