Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Why Players Are Turning ‘Auto-Aid’ Off

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Death Stranding 2: By the Shore is now two weeks old, and players are gradually grasping the intricacies of Hideo Kojima’s science fiction “walking simulator”. They move from constructing expansive highway systems to being captivated by the game’s stunning visuals. However, with enough time having passed, enthusiasts have started expressing concerns about the ‘Auto-Aid’ feature in the game.

In my review of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, I mentioned a concern about the effectiveness of the Auto-Aid system in the sequel. Instead of being as beneficial as one might assume, it seems to create unnecessary clutter on the map and within the game world, obscuring essential structures and signs that are crucial for navigation.

What is the Auto-Aid System?

In the world of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, the Auto-Aid system acts as an expansion of the ‘Social Strand System.’ This system is designed to assist players when they find themselves short on particular items or supplies during their journey across the expansive Australian landscape. For instance, if a player encounters a damaged road but lacks the necessary Ceramics or Metals to repair it, the Auto-Aid system will automatically post a sign asking for those resources from fellow gamers.

Although it appears to be a beneficial addition, the truth is that it falls short. The game’s online capabilities are inconsistent at best, and the experience of seeking assistance from fellow players doesn’t deliver the promised enjoyment or gratification. In some instances, no help is forthcoming, and unfortunately, many requests for aid are either ignored or canceled due to network or connectivity problems.

Disabling the Auto-Aid System

The Death Stranding gaming community encourages players to deactivate the Auto-Aid feature completely. Many gamers often neglect this enhancement option from the APAS Skill Tree since it’s enticing to activate all capabilities instead of keeping some inactive.

Users simply have to deactivate the function temporarily and overlook it until Kojima Productions makes necessary improvements or entirely removes it from the system.

The Constant Clutter of the Aid System

It’s clear that the implementation of this new system could use some improvement. Some players suspect it might have been added at the last minute, given its noticeable difference in quality compared to other game mechanics.

Typically, it tends to overcrowd the gaming environment, becoming an irritating distraction to the eyes. In some cases, it might obstruct vehicles or hide rocks, leading players to collide with obstacles and harm their belongings.

Players on the Death Stranding subreddit are advocating for the fixing or elimination of this system because it doesn’t add much value and instead disrupts the primary Social Strand experience that Death Stranding 2: On the Beach excels at. Instead of fostering meaningful collaboration, it creates a sense of chaos in a game that is carefully designed for thoughtful, cooperative play.

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2025-07-07 17:12