One of the main resources Sam gains access to in Death Stranding 2 is the wide array of weapons he can unlock throughout his journey. This impressive variety is exactly what makes the game's combat so satisfying. From long-range firearms to melee-focused gear, these useful tools provide players with several ways to engage in battle against both human enemies and BTs.
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For those who don't want to miss any of these tools while crossing Mexico and Australia, here’s a complete list of all the weapons available in Death Stranding 2 and the best ways to obtain them. This will help players plan their journey accordingly, ensuring that Sam isn’t left with an outdated arsenal while enemies gain access to stronger gear as the story unfolds.
How To Unlock New Weapons In Death Stranding 2
Generally speaking, there are two main ways Sam can unlock new equipment in Death Stranding 2. The most straightforward is by progressing through the main story, as certain moments in the narrative grant players new schematics via secondary characters. These weapons often become essential for overcoming specific upcoming challenges, such as penetrating enemy armor or dealing more effectively with BT threats.
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Even though the campaign is the most accessible path, not every piece of gear is tied to it. Many weapons are only unlocked by increasing the connection level with various preppers scattered throughout Mexico and Australia. Some offer exclusive items not available throughout the story, while others provide upgraded versions of familiar weapons, improving stats like magazine capacity and rate of fire.
All Weapons In Death Stranding 2
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Weapon Name |
Weapon Type |
How to Obtain |
|---|---|---|
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Maser Handgun |
Handgun |
Available from the very start of your journey |
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Machine Pistol |
Handgun |
Reach Connection Level 2 with Ciudad Nudo del Norte (C1) in Mexico |
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SL Machine Pistol [MP] |
Handgun (Silent) |
Reach Connection Level 3 with Ciudad Nudo del Norte (C1) in Mexico |
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Grenade Pistol |
Handgun |
Link the Western Environmental Observatory to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
SL Tranq Handgun |
Handgun (Silenced Tranquilizer) |
Reach Connection Level 3 with The Lone Commander in Australia |
|
Big-Bore Handgun [MP] |
Handgun (High-Caliber) |
Reach Connection Level 4 with Ciudad Nudo del Norte (C1) in Mexico |
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Assault Rifle [MP] Lv1 |
Assault Rifle |
Granted automatically in your initial arsenal |
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Assault Rifle [MP] Lv2 |
Assault Rifle |
Reach Connection Level 4 at the C1 South Distribution Center in Mexico |
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LW Assault Rifle [MP] Lv1 |
Assault Rifle (Lightweight) |
Reach Connection Level 3 at the Former Geophysics Research Lab in Mexico |
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LW Assault Rifle [MP] Lv2 |
Assault Rifle (Lightweight) |
Reach Connection Level 4 at the Former Geophysics Research Lab in Mexico |
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SL-LW Assault Rifle [MP] Lv1 |
Assault Rifle (Silent, Lightweight) |
Connect the Data Scientist to the Chiral Network in Australia |
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Machine Gun [MP] Lv1 |
Machine Gun |
Connect the Pizza Chef to the Chiral Network in Australia |
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Machine Gun [MP] Lv2 |
Machine Gun |
Reach Connection Level 3 with the Pizza Chef in Australia |
|
Sticky Gun |
Utility Tool (Cargo Retrieval) |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the Bokka in Mexico |
|
Bola Gun |
Restraint Weapon |
Link The Government’s Base to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Bola Stun Gun |
Restraint Weapon (Electrified) |
Reach Connection Level 4 with the Inventor in Australia |
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Shotgun [MP] Lv1 |
Shotgun |
Connect the Musician to the Chiral Network in Australia |
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Shotgun [MP] Lv2 |
Shotgun |
Reach Connection Level 3 with the Musician in Australia |
|
LW Shotgun [MP] Lv1 |
Shotgun (Lightweight) |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the Musician in Australia |
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LW Shotgun [MP] Lv2 |
Shotgun (Lightweight) |
Reach Connection Level 4 with the Musician in Australia |
|
Tranq Sniper Rifle |
Sniper Rifle (Non-Lethal) |
Connect the Lone Commander to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
LW Tranq Sniper Rifle |
Sniper Rifle (Lightweight, Non-Lethal) |
Reach Connection Level 4 with the Lone Commander in Australia |
|
Grenade Launcher [MP] |
Launcher Weapon |
Connect the F5 East Distribution Center to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
RD Grenade Launcher [MP] |
Launcher Weapon (Adhesive) |
Connect the Fisherman to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Multirocket Launcher |
Guided-Rocket Launcher |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the Phantom Smith in Australia |
|
Quadruple Rocket Launcher |
Unguided-Rocket Launcher |
Link the F7 North Distribution Center to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Blood Grenade Lv1 |
Grenade (Blood Cloud) |
Complete Order 4 — “Recover All Chiral Density Gauges Stolen by Bandits” |
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Blood Grenade Lv2 |
Grenade (Upgraded Blood Cloud) |
Reach Connection Level 3 with the C1 South Distribution Center in Mexico |
|
EX Grenade |
Grenade (Anti-BT Vapor) |
Unlocked with two stars at the South Distribution Center |
|
Smoke Grenade |
Grenade (Smoke) |
Connect the Lone Commander to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
MP Grenade |
Grenade (Multipurpose) |
Link the Western Environmental Observatory to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Decoy Hologrenade |
Grenade (Decoy Hologram) |
Connect the Animal Shelter to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Stealth Hologrenade |
Grenade (Holographic Cover) |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the Animal Shelter in Australia |
|
BT Hologrenade |
Grenade (BT Decoy) |
Reach Connection Level 3 with the Animal Shelter in Australia |
|
EX Capture Grenade |
Grenade (BT Capture) |
Connect the Metagenomicist to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Stun Bomb |
Throwable (Electric Shock) |
Reach Connection Level 2 with The Inventor in Australia |
|
Remote Stun Bomb |
Throwable (Remote Electric Shock) |
Reach Connection Level 3 with The Inventor in Australia |
|
Custom Electric Rod |
Melee Rod |
Reach Connection Level 2 with Villa Libre in Mexico |
|
Custom High-Voltage Rod |
Melee Rod (High-Voltage) |
Reach Connection Level 3 with Villa Libre in Mexico |
|
Custom Twin Rod |
Melee Rod (Dual-Ended) |
Reach Connection Level 4 with Villa Libre in Mexico |
|
Combat Power Gloves Lv1 |
Melee Gloves |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the F2 South Distribution Center in Australia |
|
Combat Power Gloves Lv2 |
Melee Gloves (Enhanced) |
Reach Connection Level 3 with the F2 South Distribution Center in Australia |
|
Blood Boomerang |
Thrown Weapon (Boomerang) |
Connect the Northern Environmental Observatory to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Electric Trap |
Thrown Weapon (Electrified Trap) |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the Architect in Australia |
|
Dog Mine |
Thrown Weapon (Canine Mine) |
Complete Sub-Order 106 for the Data Scientist |
|
Rubber Pizza |
Thrown Weapon (Training Disc) |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the Pizza Chef in Australia |
|
Rocket Box [MP] |
Thrown Weapon (Rocket-Cargo) |
Connect the Ghost Hunter to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Tar Cannon |
Utility Device (Fire Suppression) |
Connect Rainbow Valley to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Chiral Shock Cannon |
Heavy Cannon |
Connect the Phantom Smith to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Battle Guitar |
Hybrid Melee/Firearm |
Unlocked automatically at the start of Episode 14: “Last Stranding” |
|
Sticky Cannon |
Vehicle-Mounted Retrieval |
Reach Connection Level 2 with the F2 South Distribution Center in Australia |
|
Heavy Machine Gun |
Vehicle-Mounted Machine Gun |
Reach Connection Level 3 with the F2 South Distribution Center in Australia |
|
Chiral Cannon |
Vehicle-Mounted Chiral Cannon |
Link South Fort Knot to the Chiral Network in Australia |
|
Mortar |
Vehicle-Mounted Mortar |
Reach Connection Level 3 with The Mechanic in Australia |
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 95%
- Released
- June 26, 2025
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ // Violence, Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Strong Language
- Developer(s)
- Kojima Productions
- Publisher(s)
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
