Death Stranding is officially available on iOS, configuration, price

Death Stranding Director's Cut is an action-adventure mobile game developed by Kojima Productions and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PlayStation 4 series in 2019. The Director's Cut version of the game was released for PlayStation 5 in 2021 and for Xbox Series X/S in 2022.

And on January 31, 2024, the game was released for iPhone and iPad as previously introduced by Apple. This will be one of the blockbuster games besides Resident Evil 4 Remake and Resident Evil 8 Village.

Apple has also announced that this will be the most complete and carefully invested game to be worthy of being a AAA blockbuster from PC and console systems appearing on iPhone 15 Pro.

Death Stranding received a lot of attention from gamers when it launched in 2019 for the PlayStation 4 and was later released for Microsoft Windows. The game's plot is set in a post-apocalyptic world, here, the player will play the character Sam Porter Bridges with the task of connecting the remaining inhabited cities from the old world with countless challenges. dangerous consciousness.

In this mobile version, Death Stranding has been expanded with new content, combined with Apple technology, promising to bring new experiences to players when participating in Death Stranding: Director's Cut.

To further confirm this assertion, the game is available on the App Store for 499,000 VND. And of course, you need to have an iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max to experience Death Stranding: Director's Cut on mobile.

Configuration requirements and current list of devices that can play Death Stranding Director's Cut

Iphone

Requires iOS 17.0 or later and device with A17 Pro chip or later, 2 devices included only.

1. iPhone 15 Pro
2. iPhone 15 Pro Max

iPad

Requires iPadOS 17.0 or later and device with M1 chip or later.

1. iPad Pro (11 inch) (3rd generation)
2. iPad Pro (11 inch) (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular
3. iPad Pro (12.9 inches) (5th generation)
4. iPad Pro (12.9 inch) (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular
5. iPad Air (5th generation)
6. iPad Air (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular
7. iPad Pro (11 inch) (4th generation)
8. iPad Pro (11 inch) (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular
9. iPad Pro (12.9 inches) (6th generation)
10. iPad Pro (12.9 inch) (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular

Mac

1. Requires macOS 13.3 or later and a Mac with an Apple M1 chip or later.

Some highlights of the Death Stranding Director's Cut:

1. Improved content: The game includes the entire content of Death Stranding Director's Cut on PlayStation 5 along with additional content that has been updated by the publisher for players, including additional missions, content Post-game and exclusive items are only available on this mobile version.
2. Impressive adaptation: The graphics are well optimized for the iPhone screen, still retaining the unique beauty of the game's post-apocalyptic world.
3. Flexible controls: The game is provided with two control options: redesigned touch for the mobile version and support for iOS-compatible controllers, allowing players to choose the most suitable way to play.
4. Diverse connectivity and play sharing: Allow players to link up with friends online, even if your friends are playing on PS 5.

Weakness:

1. High price: Compared to most other mobile games, Death Stranding Director's Cut has a quite high price (499,000 VND), this may be a barrier for gamers to come to Death Stranding Director's Cut.
2. High configuration: Death Stranding Director's Cut is only compatible with flagship devices such as iPhone 15 Pro/Max, iPads with M1 chips or higher, and Macs running M-series chips, limiting the number of gamers who have access to the game.
3. Touch controls: Although optimized, some players still feel that touch screen operations are not as convenient as console devices.
4. Slow gameplay: Just like the console version, the game has a slow pace, requires patience and is suitable for those who love to explore and experience the plot in depth rather than rushing action scenes.

General:

Death Stranding Director's Cut mobile version is an impressive adaptation, bringing a unique experience to mobile gamers. However, the high price, configuration requirements, and slow gameplay may be a deterrent for some.

If you are a fan of Death Stranding, have a compatible device and don't mind the price offered by the game publisher, this may be the right choice. If you have not yet experienced the game or are looking for a mobile game with faster gameplay, you should consider carefully before deciding.

Isabella Humphrey

Update 02 February 2024