Two days before the planned release, a leak of the Steam version of “Death Stranding 2” has caused a stir among players and developers. The incident happened during the preload process on Steam, when unencrypted files of the game were accidentally released. This glitch allowed the 113 GB file to be downloaded by users before it was removed from the platform.
Details of the leak
In various forums and especially in a piracy-oriented subreddit, it was pointed out that the unsecured files were available long enough to be downloaded in full. The lack of strong copy protection such as Denuvo made it easier to bypass the files and play the game prematurely. However, this precludes the use of online features that are essential for sharing content such as roads and bridges.
Reaction from the developers
So far, Kojima Productions has not officially commented on the leak. However, the developers have often emphasized in the past how important the protection of their games is to them. It remains to be seen whether and what measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Planned official release
The official release of “Death Stranding 2” is scheduled for March 19 at 7:30 a.m. Pacific time (2:30 p.m. GMT). Despite the leak, there is no indication so far that the game’s release will be postponed. Anticipation among fans remains high, and many are eagerly waiting to officially experience the game.
It remains to be seen whether the leak will have an impact on sales figures. However, such incidents raise questions about security and preventative measures for digital releases.
Frequently asked questions
What happened with the leak of Death Stranding 2?
The Steam files of “Death Stranding 2” were released unencrypted during the preload process, which led to the premature download.
Can you play the leaked version online?
No, the use of online functions is excluded with the illegal version, which prevents the exchange of game content.
Will the official release of Death Stranding 2 be postponed?
Despite the leak, the official release will take place as planned on March 19.
