Surviving the zombie-infested streets of HELL-A in Dead Island 2 requires more than just basic melee skills and improvised tools. Players looking to dominate the endgame will want to acquire legendary weapons, which feature top-tier stats and unique fixed perks. Unlocking these powerful items involves tracking down specific Lost and Found quests or finishing long side mission chains after completing the main campaign.
Melee Powerhouses and Lost and Found Quests
One of the most sought-after melee options is Blood Rage, a rapid-striking dagger that builds critical hits with every consecutive slash. To unlock Blood Rage, players must complete the Fools' Gold Lost and Found quest located in Venice Beach. Tracking down the clues left behind by military personnel leads straight to the chest containing this lethal weapon.
Another incredible melee choice is the Emma's Wrath sledgehammer, which deals massive physical and force damage to undead hordes. Unlike most other legendary items, Emma's Wrath is awarded automatically upon completing the final story mission, Hollywood Ending. Keeping up with daily gaming news often reveals how players rate this hammer as one of the best crowd-control tools available.
Ranged Legendary Firearms and Quest Routes
If you prefer keeping distance from APEX variants, the Bodycount assault rifle is an essential addition to your arsenal. This firearm delivers high explosive damage and inflicts severe bleed effects on groups of enemies. Obtaining Bodycount requires finishing the Red Tide side quest followed by the Desperately Seeking Emily Lost and Found quest in Bel-Air.
For sharp shooters, the Big Shot pistol offers explosive rounds that can knock down multiple zombies in a single burst. To claim Big Shot, players need to navigate to Bel-Air and complete the un-Gawdly side quest line involving Luciana. This weapon is ideal for breaking through armored targets quickly during high-difficulty encounters.
Specialized Elemental Legendary Weapons
The Brutalizer sword excels at severing limbs and applying heavy status effects during intense combat encounters. Players can obtain this devastating blade by completing the five-part Ballad of Rikky quest series in Beverly Hills. Finishing the entire narrative arc rewards the player with both high damage output and superior weapon durability.
Lastly, the Krakatoa axe brings fiery destruction to the battlefield, setting groups of undead ablaze within seconds. Unlocking Krakatoa requires hunting down clues across Ocean Avenue during the Missing: Steve Lost and Found quest line. Following the trail of clues carefully ensures you reach the final destination and claim this top-tier incendiary weapon.
