Death Stranding 2: On the Beach fans have noticed Dollman’s photo mode poses include nods to JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. Since its launch, Hideo Kojima’s latest action-adventure game has been well received by both critics and players. Beyond its intriguing gameplay and stunning visuals, many fans credit part of the success of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach to Kojima’s signature wit. The acclaimed director’s boldness comes through in the game’s random cameos and bizarre Easter eggs scattered throughout its expansive world.
For those unfamiliar, Dollman is a companion character in Death Stranding 2 and a cameo by German-Turkish filmmaker and screenwriter Fatih Akin, who is a close friend of Kojima. Functionally, Dollman plays a key role in the story’s progression and introduces gameplay mechanics like scanning the area. Prior to launch, the Japanese game director teased that this companion would become a fan favorite—and he wasn’t wrong. Many players love Dollman for a variety of reasons, not least of which is the charming secret he hides.
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Dollman can recreate JoJo poses of Jonathan and Josuke, two iconic characters from Hirohiko Araki’s acclaimed manga series. Longtime fans already know that Kojima is an anime enthusiast, but it seems he has never explicitly expressed a fondness for JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. These spirited poses of Dollman may be the first subtle hint of his admiration for Araki’s work. For those curious, to trigger Dollman’s JoJo poses, players need to enter Death Stranding 2‘s photo mode and press R1 to access Dollman’s unique moves.
Fans Seem to Love Dollman’s JoJo Poses in Death Stranding 2
Several posts on social media have celebrated the JoJo Easter egg in Death Stranding 2, with many anime fans praising the director’s taste. Some even suggest that these references bode well for the upcoming Death Stranding anime Kojima has teased. They believe the JoJo nods hint that the show might aim for the same level of impact as some of anime’s most iconic series.
Dollman’s other photo mode poses also reference Naruto, Mario, and WWE star John Cena. However, Death Stranding 2 seems to hold more secrets beyond the tiny companion’s flamboyant poses. Fans have already speculated that certain character designs might hide similar Easter eggs. For example, some believe Higgs Monaghan’s style and weapon subtly nod to Akira Otoishi from JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, since both use guitars in combat. As musical weapons, especially guitars, are common in many other franchises, this connection remains speculative.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
- Released
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June 26, 2025
- ESRB
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Mature 17+ // Violence, Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Strong Language
- Publisher(s)
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Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Engine
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Decima
- Franchise
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Death Stranding
- Number of Players
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Single-player
