Why the $1,500 Death Stranding 2 Watch Deserves Your Investment

Attention Xbox enthusiasts, it’s a day of mixed emotions. While we finally welcomed Death Stranding to Xbox, it seems like its highly anticipated sequel won’t be jumping onto our consoles come June 26, 2025, when it’s launched. But don’t hang your heads too low because we’ve got another intriguing way to mark that date—minus the console.

Yes, there’s a sleek way to commemorate the launch with a special watch priced at a cool $1,495. Now, before you question the price tag, hear me out. This is not just any watch; it’s the ultimate homage to the game, complete with a design that’s sparking comparison to Solid Snake himself. Sure, Neil, the protagonist in the new Death Stranding 2 trailer, might not have the snazziest name, but his wristwear certainly stands out.

Enter the Hamilton Special Edition Death Stranding 2: On the Beach watch. This masterpiece won’t just sit on a shelf; it’ll grace your wrist with the same swagger Neil displays before strapping on his bandana. For the collectors and fashion-forward gamers, this watch is more than just an accessory—it’s an art piece reeled right out of the Death Stranding universe.

This luxurious timepiece, the American Classic Boulton Death Stranding 2 Limited Edition, is hitting the market just in line with the release of the PS5 exclusive on June 26. So, why splash out $1,495 on a watch when you can’t even dive into the sequel on an Xbox yet? Two words: limited edition. Crafted with a sleek titanium finish, featuring seven sapphire crystals, and limited to a run of only 2,000, it’s as rare as they come. The orange seconds hand adds that pop of color, making every glance at your wrist a subtle nod to your impeccable taste.

Chatting with our Editor-in-Chief, Daniel Rubino, revealed that he’s already on the mailing list for it— the phrase “limited edition” is all it took. Incidentally, Rubino’s the same guy who swooned over that high-end Razer Viper Mini mouse. Spot the pattern?

Beyond its aesthetic allure, the watch sports Hamilton’s H-10 movement—a Swiss-made marvel boasting an astounding 80-hour power reserve. This timepiece, derived from the ETA C07.611, is recognized for its durability and ease of maintenance, which is ideal if you’re planning to keep it ticking for decades.

Hamilton’s track record of crafting iconic movie watches—think Interstellar and The Matrix—sets high expectations here. But the absence of luminescent hands means you’ll be checking your phone for the time after dark. Plus, the 50m water resistance won’t hold for deep-sea dives, but it’s suited for everyday challenges like dishwashing, which is fair enough considering its intricate sapphire glass design.

After perusing the watch, I couldn’t help but ponder adopting a high-end watch collection habit. But reality checked in when I remembered the little humans at home depleting my financial reserves faster than this watch runs.

Now, if dropping $1,495 on a watch feels like a stretch, you’re not alone. There’s a bustling conversation among fans weighing its value against its price. For perspective, recall the Seiko collaboration for the original Death Stranding—it was a staggering $3,000 with only 1,000 available. So, by comparison, this Hamilton seems like quite the steal.

There’s hope in speculation that Death Stranding 2 might eventually grace Xbox as well, and by then, this watch might turn into an appreciating asset. If not, there’s always the chance to snag a Casio for under $40 and entertain friends by revealing it cost you $1.5K—just for kicks.