In Dead Island 2, you could use skill cards that grant various unique attacks and stat bonuses.

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Last update:20 April 2023

Our guide toDead Island 2containsa list of recommended skillsthat can help you e.g.

heal faster, use unique attacks or kill zombies more effectively.

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We have compiled the best Skill Cards from the Abilites, Survivor, Slayer and Numen categories.

Description:there are 2 defensive skills in the game, but in our opinion the Block is better.

You canstop the enemies' strong attacks, e.g.

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the Crushers' shockwaves), as well asparry attacks and counterattack.

This technique requires training, but can be very powerful.

This way you won’t damage your melee weapons so quickly.

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Description:this skill providesa temporary stamina bonusfor your character and any other players accompanying you.

The cry can alsoweaken zombieswithin its range.

Description:you’re free to gain fury in different ways in the game.

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The method from the first skill cardworks wellwith the Block skill.

you could gain fury by killing zombies and counterattacking after correct parries.

Some of the most interesting skills are listed below.

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Skill name:Invigorating

How to unlock:the card canbe found as loot.

you’re able to find itat Emma’s estatein Bel-Air.

Description:This skill allows you toregenerate health with counterattacks(performed after successful parrying).

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This way, you’re free to use med kits even less frequently.

Skill name:Wrecking Ball

How to unlock:Level up to XP level 8.

Description:This skill causes the flying kicksto weaken the zombies.

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It makes the skill even more useful.

Description:This skill is linked to the Fury Mode.

When youkill zombies during Fury Mode, this skill makes the fury last longer.

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This is especially useful during large battles.

This can be very helpful in weakening or killing the monsters close by.

Skill name:Janus Rage

How to unlock:the card canbe found as loot.

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you could find itin a train carin the Subway.

They can thentake more damage.

Skill name:The Limb Reaper.

How to unlock:Level up to XP level 14.

Description:This is one of the skills linked to regenerating the health bar.Maiming zombies(e.g.

chopping off their limbs) allows you toregain lost health points.

Skill name:Voltaic Scream

How to unlock:Complete the challenge that involves defeating the Voltaic Screamers.

Skills - Numen

The Numen skill category is locked at first.

You will unlock it after defeating one of the main bosses in Ocean Avenue.

Eventually, you’ll gain access to slotsfor 2 different skill cards.

Skill name: Born Survivor

How to unlock:Automatically after unlocking the Numen skill.

you could find it very handy when fighting elite monsters.

Skill name: Corpse Blossom.

How to unlock:Automatically after completing the main quest in Hollywood Boulevard.

Description:This skillimproves the performance of weapons that use the elements.

Killing an enemy with a fire, corrosion or shock weapon cancause a powerful explosion.

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