Dead Island 2
Metascore
75
Release Date
April 22, 2024
Units Sold
432K

Developers

Dambuster Studios • Deep Silver

Publishers

Deep Silver • Deep Silver

Dead Island 2

gore shooter survival RPG adventure action horror multiplayer Los Angeles zombie

About the Game

Alright, my fellow gaming aficionados from the Big Apple, gather ‘round!

Get ready to sink your teeth into the wild chaos of Dead Island 2, the latest spicy delight brought to us by the mad geniuses at Dambuster Studios and Deep Silver. This ain’t just another zombie apocalypse — oh no, my friends! This is a harrowing saga set against the sun-soaked backdrop of Los Angeles, where a deadly virus is turning the city’s inhabitants into a buffet of brain-hungry zombies. Talk about a twist on your typical beach vacation, am I right?

So, what’s your role in this gritty tale? Well, you’re not just any average survivor; you’re an infected warrior who’s immune to the virus—how lucky can you get? You’ll be diving headfirst into a sprawling open world, armed with a killer arsenal and ready to not just survive, but to E-V-O-L-V-E into the ultimate Zombie Slayer! Picture yourself wielding everything from makeshift melee weapons to jaw-dropping firearms, as you dispatch the undead with the finesse of a seasoned champ. The game mechanics make slaying zombies feel as smooth as a perfectly poured cocktail — you’ll be dodging, slicing, and blasting your way through hordes like it’s a deadly dance-off.

Now, let’s talk about the gruesome visuals! The graphics in Dead Island 2 are so gorgeous, you’ll feel like you’ve leaped into a high-octane horror film, complete with neon-lit backdrops and suitably creepy atmosphere. Stroll through the blood-soaked streets, climb through abandoned Beverly Hills mansions, and brace yourself for a wild ride that will have you laughing at your impending doom while you chop zombies into juicy bits.

With choices to make that will affect your gameplay—both in how you fight and evolve—this is highly customizable RPG action served with a side of horror. Your character's skills will develop based on how you play, so whether you’re the stealthy stalker or the boisterous brawler, there's a path for you. Oh, and let’s not forget about the zany humor interspersed amidst the carnage, because who said fighting zombies can’t be a riot?

Get your squad together, because Dead Island 2 is going to pack some serious co-op action! Team up to take on the undead, and throw around witty banter as you laugh in the face of danger (and maybe a smidge of fear).

So gear up, my adventurers and zombie-slaying fanatics, because Dead Island 2 is coming to hit the shelves on April 22, 2024, and it’s time to show those brain-munchers who’s the boss. Prepare to evolve, survive, and bask in the glory of your killer skills! Time to paint the streets crimson in the most epic way imaginable!

Genres

Shooter Adventure Action RPG Horror Beat em up