Caroline Polachek Composes Title Track for Death Stranding 2

In an exciting development for gamers and music fans alike, Hideo Kojima has officially announced that Caroline Polachek has penned the title track for the highly anticipated Death Stranding 2: On The Beach.

A Look Back at Death Stranding

The original Death Stranding, which debuted in 2019, featured a captivating soundtrack that included contributions from artists such as Low Roar and CHVRCHES, who provided the title track. Additionally, a companion album featured songs from Bring Me The Horizon, The Neighbourhood, and Khalid.

Soundtrack Insights for the Sequel

Set for release on June 26, 2025, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach has already made waves in the industry. Earlier this year, Woodkid’s emotionally powerful track, To The Wilder, was showcased in an extensive ten-minute trailer for the sequel.

Kojima Discusses Collaboration with Polachek

During a conversation with VG247, Kojima revealed details about the creative process behind the game’s soundtrack. He noted, “For the soundtrack, we worked with Ludvig Forssell, and I’ve also put Woodkid’s songs into the game. All the other musicians are those that I listen to on a daily basis and whom I like.” This meticulous approach includes reaching out to artists directly to collaborate on original compositions.

“I was listening to Caroline Polachek last year and became a big fan of hers. After I put that on my Instagram, she contacted me, and then we DM’d. We kept in touch and eventually met up in Paris, and that’s when she told me she wanted to write a new song for Death Stranding 2. She works very fast. You heard her song when you saw the Plate Gate – it’s called ‘On the Beach’.”

Fan Reactions and Speculations

The announcement has sparked positive reactions among fans, with one recalling Polachek’s past comment on how working on a Hideo Kojima game would be a “dream.” This sentiment resonates with the collaborative spirit Kojima fosters with artists.

Future of the Franchise

In addition to the upcoming sequel, Kojima has hinted at a potential third installment. He stated, “I already have a concept for another sequel. I am not going to make it myself, but if I passed it on to someone else, they could probably make it.”

Conclusion

As anticipation builds for Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, the collaboration between Hideo Kojima and Caroline Polachek adds an exciting musical dimension to this already iconic series. Fans eagerly await more updates as the release date approaches.