Dead Island 2 offers players six Slayers or playable characters to choose from. Each of them have their unique skills and set of attributes, that are suited for different playstyles. Here’s everything you need to know about Dead Island 2’s Slayers.
Amy
Amy is the first playable character in Dead Island 2. Amy was a Paralympian runner before the outbreak, who grew up in Los Angeles. She got trapped in the city and watched the place get ravaged by the zombie outbreak. Being an athlete, she has a go-getter attitude and takes the lead in situations.
Skills:
- Relief Pitcher: Amy regains stamina every time she hits a zombie with a weapon throw.
- Divide and Conquer: Amy gets a small boost in damage when she attacks zombies that are isolated or alone.
Attributes:
- Toughness: 1/5
- Stamina: 3/5
- Health Recovery: 3/5
- Critical Damage: 4/5
- Agility: 5/5
- Peak Health: 2/5
- Resilience: 3/5
Jacob
Jacob worked as a stockbroker in London. Following the death of his mother, he pursued his dream of being a stuntman, which led him to Los Angeles. He is a proactive man who is a fan of classic literature like Shakespeare.
Skills:
- Feral: Jacob gets a minor damage boost that is stackable when attacking in quick succession.
- Critical Gains: For every critical hit Jacob lands when his stamina is low, does more critical damage, and also replenishes his stamina.
Attributes:
- Toughness: 3/5
- Stamina: 4/5
- Health Recovery: 2/5
- Critical Damage: 3/5
- Agility: 3/5
- Peak Health: 5/5
- Resilience: 1/5
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Ryan
Ryan worked as a male stripper before the outbreak and raised his younger brother after their parents died. He was separated from his brother during the outbreak and is dedicated to finding him.
Skills:
- Retaliation: Ryan gets a moderate Force boost when blocking or dodging to avoid an attack.
- Seesaw: Every time Ryan knocks a zombie down, he will regain health.
Attributes:
- Toughness: 5/5
- Stamina: 3/5
- Health Recovery: 3/5
- Critical Damage: 2/5
- Agility: 1/5
- Peak Health: 3/5
- Resilience: 4/5
Dani
Born in Ireland, she joined a roller derby team that traveled and participated in matches all across the world. On one of their travels, they arrive at Lod Angeles, where Dani got separated from the rest of her team and got trapped in the city. Her goal is to find her team so that she can make it in time for their upcoming match.
Skills:
- Thunderstruck: Dani’s Heavy Attacks create Forceful explosions on impact.
- Bloodlust: Slaying multiple zombies in quick succession will replenish Dani’s health.
Attributes:
- Toughness: 3/5
- Stamina: 5/5
- Health Recovery: 1/5
- Critical Damage: 3/5
- Agility: 3/5
- Peak Health: 4/5
- Resilience: 2/5
Carla
She is a street-smart motorcycle racer who formerly worked as a mechanic. She hates being bored and loves killing zombies.
Skills:
- Mosh Pit: When close to multiple enemies, Carla will get a minor boost in damage.
- Big Deep: When Carla’s health is critical, she will get a moderate boost in Toughness.
Attributes:
- Toughness: 4/5
- Stamina: 3/5
- Health Recovery: 3/5
- Critical Damage: 1/5
- Agility: 2/5
- Peak Health: 3/5
- Resilience: 5/5
Bruno
Bruno is the sixth playable character in Dead Island 2. He is a thief and a street hustler who enjoys challenges.
Skills:
- Backstab: Bruno gets a moderate damage boost when he attacks from behind.
- Rapid Reprisal: When Bruno blocks or dodges an attack, his Heavy Attack Charges and Agility get a boost.
Attributes:
- Toughness: 2/5
- Stamina: 3/5
- Health Recovery: 3/5
- Critical Damage: 5/5
- Agility: 4/5
- Peak Health: 1/5
- Resilience: 3/5