Editor’s Note: The Gear Obsession

“I’ve spent over 100 hours testing every weapon tier in DEATH STRANDING 2, and the power creep is real. The new Drawbridge Assault Rifle makes the original Bridges gear look like toys. But here is the catch: Hideo Kojima has ensured that the best gear is hidden behind massive ‘Grind Walls.’

“Because the Decima Engine strictly locks the developer console, you cannot simply type a command to give yourself the Level 3 All-Terrain Skeleton. If you try to use old-school hex editing, the game’s dynamic memory allocation will likely cause a Fatal Error. That is why our team integrated a Visual Item Spawner into XMODhub—it’s the only crash-free way to test the full arsenal without spending 60 hours farming resins.”

Weapons: Lethal, Non-Lethal & Anti-BT

The combat in the sequel is far more aggressive. Human mercenaries (MULE successors) now use heavy ballistic armor, requiring Sam to switch tactics dynamically.

Vehicles: From Cargo Trucks to Amphibious Trikes

The new continent features dynamic water levels and shifting sands, making the original Trike insufficient.

Reverse Trike (All-Terrain Variant)

The gold standard for solo porters. The new Drawbridge variant features wider tires and a “Jump” function that uses Chiral Crystals to clear small ravines.

Drawbridge Heavy Truck

Essential for Magellan supply runs. It has four times the capacity of a standard Trike but consumes battery life significantly faster in the new sandstorm biomes.

Amphibious “Slider” Bike

A new addition specifically for the flooding canyons. It operates like a jet ski on water and a hover-bike on flat land. It is notoriously expensive to fabricate.

DHV Magellan (Mobile Base)

While not “drivable” in the traditional sense, upgrading the Magellan’s navigation thrusters allows you to reach new regions faster and unlocks the ability to fast-travel via Tar Submersion.

Traversal Equipment & Exo-Skeletons

Exo-skeletons have been completely redesigned for the upgraded Decima physics engine.

• Power Skeleton (Silver/Gold): Increases raw carrying capacity. Mandatory for building Auto-Paver highway segments.
• Speed Skeleton (Drawbridge Edition): Allows for incredible sprinting speeds. Warning: Using this in the desert will drain your battery in minutes due to heat friction.
• All-Terrain Skeleton (V3): The most versatile gear. It prevents Sam from sinking into deep sand or being swept away by active river currents.
• Floating Carriers (Level 2): Can now be tethered in a chain of three. You can use these as “hoverboards” to descend dunes at high speeds.

Drawbridge Specialist Gear (PCC & Tools)

The PCC (Portable Chiral Constructor) returns with new structure types.

• PCC Level 3: Unlocks the ability to print “Chiral Bridges” over massive canyons and “Zip-line Hubs” that support multiple connections.
• High-Capacity Blood Bags: Essential for Sam’s health and as ammunition for Anti-BT weaponry.
• Container Repair Spray (Large): Since Timefall is more acidic in the new regions, the large-capacity spray is now a primary inventory item.
• Thermal Boots: A new equipment slot that prevents Sam’s feet from freezing in high-altitude snow biomes, preventing stamina loss.

Bypassing the Unlock Grind: XMODhub Visual Spawner

Let’s be realistic: the material cost for a Level 3 Drawbridge Assault Rifle or the All-Terrain Skeleton is massive. Because Kojima Productions compiled out the developer console, traditional cheat codes do not exist.

The XMODhub PC Trainer is the only safe solution. It features a built-in Visual Item Spawner that hooks into the game’s memory strings.

1. Download & Launch: Get the verified XMODhub Client.
2. Open the Spawner: While in-game, open the XMODhub overlay.
3. Search & Click: Type “Aetherium” or “Assault Rifle” into the visual search bar.
4. Inject: Click “Add to Private Locker.” The materials or weapons will appear instantly in your inventory without you needing to farm a single crystal.
5. Infinite Battery Toggle: Use the trainer to lock your vehicle and exoskeleton power at 100%, allowing you to explore the entire map without stopping.