How to Get Your First Vehicle in Death Stranding 2 Vehicles are essential in Death Stranding 2 for transporting oversized cargo, defending against enemies, and navigating the game’s treacherous, rock-strewn terrain. Here’s exactly how to unlock your first vehicles—the Tri Cruiser and Pickup Off-Roader—along with key tips for maximizing their utility.
🏍️ Unlocking the Tri Cruiser (Your First Vehicle)
- Progress to Chapter 1: Complete the initial story missions until you:
- Have a melancholic conversation with the Dead Man.
- Interact with Fragile’s hologram.
- Meet Alex: After your call with Fragile, head to the Former Geoysicist Research Lab on the surface.
- Fabricate the Tri Cruiser:
- Enter the Garage at the facility.
- Select “Fabricate a Vehicle” → Tri Cruiser.
- Confirm you have the required materials (check your inventory).
- Build it!
Key Features & Tips:
- Mountain Scaling: The front wheels transform into blades to cut through steep inclines.
- Attachments: 6 slots for accessories (batteries, etc.), but using all slots blocks side-cargo attachment.
- Customization: Paint, decals, and recycling options are available in the garage.
- Best For: Speed and lightweight deliveries early-game.
🚛 Unlocking the Pickup Off-Roader (Heavy-Duty Option)
- When: After completing Delivery 13.
- How:
- Return to any facility with a Garage.
- Select “Fabricate a Vehicle” → Pickup Off-Roader.
- Ensure you have the necessary resources.
Key Features & Tips:
- Combat Ready: Equip two weapons simultaneously (options: Sticky Cannon, Heavy Machine Gun, or Chyro Cannon).
- Attachments: 6 slots for accessories (e.g., extra batteries).
- Cargo Capacity: Ideal for large shipments.
- Best For: Heavy deliveries and combat on the move.
⚖️ Vehicle Mechanics: Weight vs. Capacity
- Capacity Limit: Exceeding this prevents entering the vehicle. Plan loads carefully!
- Weight Limit: Overloading slows movement speed significantly.
- Pro Tip: Sam can jump into the driver’s seat while carrying cargo (or pulling carriers) if free capacity exists. Ideal for mixed delivery-drive missions!
🔫 Combat & Utility Perks
- Pickup Off-Roader Exclusive: Blast enemies and collect scattered packages while driving.
- Tri Cruiser Agility: Outmaneuver threats on rocky terrain with blade-wheels.
🚫 Avoid These Mistakes!
- How to Get Your First Vehicle in Death Stranding 2
- Overloading at Tommy’s Pizza: Blocking vehicle entry by ignoring capacity limits.
- Ignoring Weight: Sluggish vehicles waste time and risk cargo damage.
- Attachment Missteps: Filling all Tri Cruiser slots prevents cargo mounting.
Also read Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – The Ultimate Story Recap & Sequel Breakdown