Best early-game weapons to find in Dead Island 2

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Dead Island 2 is jam-packed with things to see and do. The latest addition to this underrated open-world survival game series presents a new set of zombie enemies to confront, and players must acquire reliable gear as quickly as possible to increase their odds of survival.

Having formidable weapons is crucial in overcoming the various undead threats you'll encounter around Dead Island 2's sandbox of Los Angeles. Thankfully, there are plenty of weapons you can obtain early in the game to make the grind easier. These can be acquired through mission progression or good old-fashioned exploration.

Regardless of the method used, acquiring these weapons should be a top priority for any player starting a new game in Dead Island 2.

Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the opinions of the writer

The Military Knife can be found in the Halperin Hotel sandbox area. After completing the main mission at the hotel, you will encounter a Drill Sergeant Crusher zombie out in the open. Since he is level 8, he could pose a challenge depending on the gear you have. It is not hard to play defensively, however, and death has no penalty, so you can keep at it until the monster is dead.

One of his drops will be the Military Supplies Key. This unlocks the Military Supplies Case to the northeast near the Bel-Air Zone Exit on Lacuna AV street.

To find the Electrocutor Tire Iron, you will need to return to Bel-Air in Dead Island 2. A unique zombie called the Cable Guy can be encountered on Alpine Dr Street. Unlike his brethren in the vicinity, he is capable of dealing bursts of electric damage in the radius around him. Other than that, however, he should not be much of a problem.

When defeated, he will drop the Cable Guy's Van Key, which