Dead Island 2 – News, Reviews, Videos, and More

Dead Island 2 Box Art
Publisher
Deep Silver
Developer
Dambuster Studios
Platforms
PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date
21 April 2023: WW: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre
Role Playing

 Game Overview:

Dead Island 2 is an action RPG developed by Dambuster Studios and published by Deep Silver.

It is the third major instalment in the Dead Island franchise.

Latest Updates For Dead Island 2

Dead Island 2 Extended Gameplay Coming March 2nd

Dead Island 2 Extended Gameplay Coming March 2nd

The gameplay follows Dani through locations like Beverly Hills and Bel-Air, as she tests weapons and skills against the zombie hordes.

Dead Island 2 – Bruno, the Sixth Slayer, Showcased in New Trailer

Dead Island 2 – Bruno, the Sixth Slayer, Showcased in New Trailer

A cunning thief, Bruno specializes in backstabs and dodging/blocking attacks to build up his Agility and Heavy Attack Charges.

Dead Island 2 Goes Gold, Now Releasing on April 21st

Dead Island 2 Goes Gold, Now Releasing on April 21st

After its initial announcement nearly a decade ago, the action RPG is finally out this April on Xbox One, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.

Dead Island 2 Trailer Introduces Carla, the Fifth Slayer

Dead Island 2 Trailer Introduces Carla, the Fifth Slayer

Possessing a love for adrenaline, Carla gains a Damage boost when near multiple zombies and extra Toughness at low health.

Dead Island 2 – FLESH System and Procedural Gore Showcased in New Gameplay

Dead Island 2 – FLESH System and Procedural Gore Showcased in New Gameplay

Dambuster Studios explains how the FLESH system enables realistic damage on zombies while still being exaggerated and fun.

Dead Island 2 Skill Deck System Detailed, is “the Most Exciting Addition to the Game”

Dead Island 2 Skill Deck System Detailed, is “the Most Exciting Addition to the Game”

You can take some real risks with your loadout. It sometimes pays off, it sometimes goes horribly wrong," says creative director James Worrall.

Dead Island 2 Trailers Detail Three More Playable Slayers

Dead Island 2 Trailers Detail Three More Playable Slayers

Dani hits hard and wipes out multiple foes at once. Jacob focuses more on quick hits and Criticals, and Dani is good at throwing weapons.

Dead Island 2 Trailer Briefly Showcases the Slayer Ryan

Dead Island 2 Trailer Briefly Showcases the Slayer Ryan

Ryan gains a moderate boost to force when blocking or dodging an attack and some health regeneration when knocking down a zombie.

Dead Island 2 Gameplay Trailer Showcases Brutal Combat, HELL-A Edition and Pre-Order Bonuses Revealed

Dead Island 2 Gameplay Trailer Showcases Brutal Combat, HELL-A Edition and Pre-Order Bonuses Revealed

Dambuster's sequel also supports Alexa Game Control for English voice commands on Xbox and PC in the United States, UK, and Canada.

Dead Island 2 – December 6th Showcase to Provide Exclusive Gameplay Reveal

Dead Island 2 – December 6th Showcase to Provide Exclusive Gameplay Reveal

Set for 8 PM GMT/9 PM CET/1 PM PT, the showcase will follow three survivors as they explore a seemingly abandoned mansion.

Dead Island 2 Delayed to April 28th, 2023

Dead Island 2 Delayed to April 28th, 2023

Development is in the "final straight," as per Dambuster Studios, with a new trailer and gameplay to be showcased on December 6th.

Dead Island 2’s Weapons Will Degrade, but the Game Will be Generous with Equipment

Dead Island 2’s Weapons Will Degrade, but the Game Will be Generous with Equipment

Weapons in Dead Island 2 will break, but the design director defends it by saying that nothing is more satisfying than breaking a katana into a zombie's skull.

10 Things We’ve Learned About Dead Island 2

10 Things We’ve Learned About Dead Island 2

Dad Island 2 has finally resurfaced- here's everything new that we've learned about it.

Alexa Game Control Allows Players to Use Voice Commands in Games, Will be Available in Dead Island 2

Alexa Game Control Allows Players to Use Voice Commands in Games, Will be Available in Dead Island 2

Dead Island 2 will allow players to distract zombies by yelling at them by using Amazon's new Alexa Game Control feature.

Dead Island 2 is Not an Open World Game

Dead Island 2 is Not an Open World Game

Dead Island 2's world will be divided into several smaller districts that will get unlocked as players progress through the story.

Dead Island 2 is Exclusive to the Epic Games Store on PC, Deluxe and Gold Editions Detailed

Dead Island 2 is Exclusive to the Epic Games Store on PC, Deluxe and Gold Editions Detailed

The action RPG also has an Expansion Pass, though its exact contents are unknown. Pre-orders also net the Memories of Banoi pack.

Dead Island 2 – Fury Mode, FLESH, Skill Deck, and More Revealed

Dead Island 2 – Fury Mode, FLESH, Skill Deck, and More Revealed

Learn more about the zombie-slaying action RPG, from the use of elements and weapon customization to various ability cards.

Dead Island 2 Re-Revealed, Out in February 2023

Dead Island 2 Re-Revealed, Out in February 2023

The long-awaited sequel has finally got its long-overdue reveal. The game is due out for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC in February 2023.

Dead Island 2 Re-Reveal Reportedly Set for Gamescom Opening Night Live – Rumor

Dead Island 2 Re-Reveal Reportedly Set for Gamescom Opening Night Live – Rumor

Unless plans change following the recent Amazon leak, Deep Silver's long-in-development action RPG could finally re-emerge.

Dead Island 2 – Amazon Listing Reveals February 3rd, 2023 Release for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, and PS5

Dead Island 2 – Amazon Listing Reveals February 3rd, 2023 Release for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, and PS5

Story details, six playable characters, a new skill system and "dozens" of zombie types revealed, along with new screenshots and box art.

Dead Island 2 Re-Reveal Planned for Q4 2022 – Rumour

Dead Island 2 Re-Reveal Planned for Q4 2022 – Rumour

Prominent insider Tom Henderson claims the long-awaited title will finally be unveiled later this year, possibly at The Game Awards.

Dead Island 2 Could be Re-Revealed This Summer and Launch in September/October – Rumour

Dead Island 2 Could be Re-Revealed This Summer and Launch in September/October – Rumour

Dead Island 2 has been in development for quite some time, but it's possible that the wait for it could finally be coming to an end.

Dead Island 2 Might Finally Release by April 2023, Embracer Group Hints

Dead Island 2 Might Finally Release by April 2023, Embracer Group Hints

After last week's speculation of the long-in-development zombie game getting r-eannounced this year, Deep Silver's parent company hints that that could indeed happen.

Dead Island 2 Might Finally Release This Year, Insider Suggests

Dead Island 2 Might Finally Release This Year, Insider Suggests

Reputable industry insider Tom Henderson has suggested that Dead Island 2 might finally be re-revealed and released this year.

Dead Island, Saints Row, Metro, and TimeSplitters Won’t be at Summer Games Fest

Dead Island, Saints Row, Metro, and TimeSplitters Won’t be at Summer Games Fest

Though it can't wait to "see everyone's reaction" to Koch Media's news, Deep Silver clarifies that these franchises won't be seen next week or at E3 2021.

Dead Island 2 Possibly Moved To Being PS5, Xbox Series X/S, And PC Only Title

Dead Island 2 Possibly Moved To Being PS5, Xbox Series X/S, And PC Only Title

New job listings point to older gen versions being dropped.

Dead Island 2 – Previous Version’s Early Build Screenshots Have Seemingly Leaked

Dead Island 2 – Previous Version’s Early Build Screenshots Have Seemingly Leaked

A build from a supposedly scrapped version has leaked online.

Dead Island 2 Might Be A Cross-Gen Game, As Per New Job Listing

Dead Island 2 Might Be A Cross-Gen Game, As Per New Job Listing

Yet another vague update on a game that refuses to release.

Dead Island 2 Still In Development, Says CEO; Game Has To Be Done “Right”

Dead Island 2 Still In Development, Says CEO; Game Has To Be Done “Right”

This is still a thing, I guess.

Dead Island 2 Development Shifts to Dambuster Studios

Dead Island 2 Development Shifts to Dambuster Studios

The developer behind Homefront: The Revolution is now in charge.

Dead Island 2 Pre-Order Listing Pops Up On Microsoft Store

Dead Island 2 Pre-Order Listing Pops Up On Microsoft Store

The zombie action adventure title seems to be up for pre-orders already.

Dead Island 2 Is Still “In The Works” – THQ Nordic CEO

Dead Island 2 Is Still “In The Works” – THQ Nordic CEO

The troubled zombie title is still in development as per Lars Wingefors.

‘Dead Island 2 Is Still Coming’ – Developer Confirms

‘Dead Island 2 Is Still Coming’ – Developer Confirms

The devs stated that the game is still in development and that more details will be revealed once they are ready for it.

Dead Island 2 Is Still Under Development, Deep Silver ‘Excited’ By The Progress That It Is Making

Dead Island 2 Is Still Under Development, Deep Silver ‘Excited’ By The Progress That It Is Making

'When we are ready to share more information, we will.'

Dead Island 2 Still In Development, Deep Silver Confirms

Dead Island 2 Still In Development, Deep Silver Confirms

They'll share more information once they have something to share, though.

Dead Island 2 Steam Listing Removed

Dead Island 2 Steam Listing Removed

Has the game been cancelled?

Dead Island 2 Now Being Developed By Sumo Digital

Dead Island 2 Now Being Developed By Sumo Digital

Looks like the development of the game may be back on track.

Dead Island 2 Loss for Yager Was “Catastrophic Event”

Dead Island 2 Loss for Yager Was “Catastrophic Event”

Managing director Timo Ullmann talks about the effect of losing the project on the studio.

Techland Doesn’t Actually Want To Develop Dead Island 2

Techland Doesn’t Actually Want To Develop Dead Island 2

'At the moment, we are focusing on Dying Light.'

Dead Island 2 Dev Says Split Due to Differing Visions

Dead Island 2 Dev Says Split Due to Differing Visions

Yager Developments to focus on Dreadnought and other new projects.

Yager No Longer Developing Dead Island 2

Yager No Longer Developing Dead Island 2

Whoa.

Dead Island 2 Officially Pushed Back To 2016

Dead Island 2 Officially Pushed Back To 2016

Long awaited Dead Island sequel is going to be waited for a litle longer.

Dead Island 2 Beta Exclusive to PS4 for 30 Days

Dead Island 2 Beta Exclusive to PS4 for 30 Days

PC and Xbox One players will enjoy Deep Silver's action adventure a month later.

Dead Island 2 Wiki – Everything you need to know about the game

Dead Island 2 Wiki – Everything you need to know about the game

Everything you need to know about Dead Island 2

Techland Explains Why It Isn’t Working on Dead Island 2

Techland Explains Why It Isn’t Working on Dead Island 2

'It was never our IP.'

Deep Silver Are Bringing Dead Island 2, Metro Redux And More To EGX 2014

Deep Silver Are Bringing Dead Island 2, Metro Redux And More To EGX 2014

Deep Silver, keeping zombie slaying fresh.

Dead Island 2 Gameplay Trailer Shows Zombie Slaughter Under Sunshine

Dead Island 2 Gameplay Trailer Shows Zombie Slaughter Under Sunshine

Zombie smashing never felt better.

Deep Silver Reveals Gamescom Line-up, Dead Island 2 Playable for First Time

Deep Silver Reveals Gamescom Line-up, Dead Island 2 Playable for First Time

Metro: Redux, Dead Island Epidemic and Risen 3: Titan Lords also appearing.

Deep Silver Inviting Fans To Vote On Contents of Dead Island 2 Collector’s Edition

Deep Silver Inviting Fans To Vote On Contents of Dead Island 2 Collector’s Edition

What's going to be in? YOU DECIDE!

Dead Island 2 Co-Op Is ‘Like An MMO,’ Says Yager

Dead Island 2 Co-Op Is ‘Like An MMO,’ Says Yager

'It's a strange action MMO experience.'

Dead Island 2 Multiplayer Evokes Journey

Dead Island 2 Multiplayer Evokes Journey

You can play alone if you want, but it's better that you don't.

Dead Island 2 Announced, 30 Day Beta Access and Exclusive Content on PlayStation

Dead Island 2 Announced, 30 Day Beta Access and Exclusive Content on PlayStation

Dead Island returns from the, er, dead.

Dead Island 2 not in development right now

Dead Island 2 not in development right now

Dead Island publisher Deep Silver has said that Dead Island 2 is not in development right now, and that Spec Ops: The Line developer Yager has not been hired to work on the sequel. "We are neither ... Read More

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