With Dambuster Studios' long-gestating Dead Island 2 approaching ever closer to the human population, fans will finally be able to dive into Los Angeles after an infectious breakout, standing toe to toe with the undead masses as they try to find a way out of the bloody mess.

It has been a long 12 years since the original game, and in that time, game design and mechanics have certainly changed in more ways than one. Yet, for those that love collecting digital monuments to their successes in-game, this sequel will have plenty that needs to be chased down throughout the story. For players hoping to get a headstart, this guide will contain all of the Trophies and Achievements in Dead Island 2.

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All Trophies and Achievements in Dead Island 2

Whether playing via the Epic Games Store or on the PlayStation and Xbox consoles, Dead Island 2 is full of activities for players to complete and get recognized for throughout the 20-plus hours in the game.

As usual, for those hoping to avoid any spoilers, this is the final warning before the full list is described below.

Story-related Trophies and Achievements

Dead Island 2 Story-related Trophies and Achievements

Simply go through the main story progression, and these shiny Trophies and Achievements will be unlocked.

  • Welcome to Hell-A - Survive a plane crash, get bitten, and create your first Zombie-Free zone.
  • Hotel California - Fight through the Halperin Hotel and make contact with the authorities.
  • Personal Assistant Personally Assisted - Track down Michael and rescue him from the Terror at Monarch Studios.
  • Git Gutte! - Join forces with Sam B and get your hands on some firepower.
  • Friends Like These - Encounter a mysterious... benefactor? Well, that's what she'd called herself, anyway.
  • Dr Reed, I Presume? - Survive the many perils of Venice Beach and meet Dr. Reed at the Serling Hotel.
  • But Doctor, I am Butcho - Slay a killer clown and get your blood sample back to Dr. Reed.
  • Can't Handle the Truth - Learn the truth about what you are as dark secrets are revealed.
  • Like Riding a Bike - Find Patton and convince him to fly you out of Hell-A.
  • A Patton Emerges - Survive the Metro system and get to Hollywood Boulevard.
  • Our True Nature - Give up your chance to be human again.

Side Quest Trophies and Achievements

Dead Island 2 Side Quest Trophies and Achievements

As one of the six Slayers, go out of the way to help out others in Hell-A in order to bag some of these Trophies and Achievements.

  • Make It So - Help Sarah and Sebastian light a beacon of hope.
  • Gore Horse - Help an artist to complete their greatest (and grisliest) piece of art.
  • Go, Bobcats! - Reunite all the VCLA Bobcats.
  • Internet Famous - Complete Amanda's Clickbait quests. You won't believe what happens next!
  • Making Your Mark - Complete 10 non-Story Quests.
  • Rising Star - Complete 20 non-Story Quests.
  • LA Influential - Complete 40 non-Story Quests.
  • Sharpest Tool in the Box - Complete 5 Lost & Found Weapon Quests.
  • Sole Survivor - Complete 9 Lost & Found Missing Person Quests.

Combat Trophies and Achievements

Dead Island 2 Combat Trophies and Achievements

With combat being a key part of Dead Island 2, be sure to pay close attention to these requirements so that they can be done as soon as possible.

  • Anger Management - Slay 50 zombies with Fury Attacks.
  • Not Even My Final Form - Slay a Mutator before it transforms.
  • Hazardous Materials - Slay 100 zombies using Caustic, Fire, or Shock damage.
  • Break a Leg - Maim 100 limbs.
  • Coup de Grâce - Slay 25 zombies using finishing moves.
  • Apex Predator - Knock down 10 Apex Variants.
  • I Got a Zombie Army and You Can't Harm Me - Perform 25 perfect defensive moves.

Other Trophies and Achievements

Dead Island 2 Other Trophies and Achievements

Dead Island 2 has plenty of other interesting things for players to try and find throughout Hell-A. It will also give players a better understanding of just what to expect down the line.

  • Ooh, Shiny! - Find your first Legendary Weapon.
  • Zombologist - Unlock every zombie type in the Zompedia.
  • On Safari - Complete the first tier of every Zombie Challenge.
  • Variety is the Spice of Death - Complete the first tier of every Weapon Challenge.
  • Zombicidal Maniac - Complete the first tier of every Combat Challenge.
  • Survival Skills - Complete the first tier of every Survival Challenge.
  • Smorgasbord - Complete the first tier of every Exploration Challenge.
  • Perks of the Job - Complete 5 Blueprint Challenges.
  • This is My Weapon - Fully upgrade a Superior weapon and customize it with a mod or perk in every slot.
  • Jumbo Keyring - Unlock 10 Lockboxes.
  • Bookworm - Collect 50 Journals.
  • Stacking the Deck - Collect 30 Skill Cards.
  • Humanity Distilled - Equip your first Numen Skill Card.
  • Max Headroom - Reach Level 30.
  • Down with the Sickness - Reach the highest tier of Autophage infection by equipping Autophage Skills.
  • Slayer Squad - Complete any 5 quests in co-op.
  • I Am the Resurrection - Revive other Slayers 5 times.
  • Donk! - Throw a melee weapon and hit a zombie 35+ meters away.

Complete the milestones above to unlock the final Trophy called 'Who Do You Voodoo?'

Dead Island 2 will launch on April 21 on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.