How to Block, Counter, and Dodge in Dead Island 2?

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Skills like Dodge and Block are two staple requirements of survival games like Dead Island 2. The onslaught of zombies is usually relentless in recruiting you to their undead ranks or dining on your brains, and Dead Island 2 is no different. With combat mechanics like stamina and recovery, stepping back and catching your breath is imperative.

But honorable sparring etiquettes are lost to the undead, and this is where you have to fill in with your dodges and blocks for a chance to counter their attacks.

Let us take a look at how to employ these basic skills in the game.

In Dead Island 2, there are six playable characters called Slayers, each with a slightly different way of defending themselves. Tank-type Slayers that can endure damage with a minor health loss are competent at powering through the attack by blocking.

The agile ones are better at evading the attack altogether by moving out of harm's way. You cannot equip the Skill Cards for both abilities at the same time. So, choosing the proper move for your Slayer is essential to your fighting style.

Dodging is a simple skill to execute, but unlike other survival-horror games, the Dodge ability doesn't come pre-assigned to the Slayer's list of movements. You will have to unlock the Dodge Skill Card in the Abilities category and equip it as a Defensive Skill to be able to use it in Dead Island 2.

Once equipped, depending on your platform, press the L1 or LB button and the directional stick to trigger this Defense skill. This will allow the Slayer to move out of the way of the melee attacks by zombies and give you a chance to counter. Make sure to check your surroundings, as dodging is less effective in tighter spots.

Block is another Defense Skill in the Abilities section.