Dead Island 2, everything you need to know: how to download, how much it takes up and how to play

The game most anticipated by gamers goes on sale. Killing zombies became fashionable in 2011 and today we receive Dead Island 2 after a whole decade.

Gamers have waited 12 years to finally enjoy Dead Island 2, so those of you who have already picked up a copy or are about to buy it will want to know everything you need to know to start killing zombies today.

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After nearly a decade of development, Dead Island 2 has arrived today, April 21. This time, developer Deep Silver raises the bar with a frenetic main campaign full of quirky characters and, of course, zombies to beat up.

How to download Dead Island 2 on PC and consoles

PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series S|X gamers need only go to Sony and Microsoft stores to get their hands on the game. In the Store of both platforms today the game is on the front page.

You can also go to a physical store or e-commerce to buy the game in physical, with the rewards and add-ons that these usually have.

And, if you are a PC user, all you have to do is click on this link and you will be able to download the game on your computer through our games and applications store. This is the fastest and most convenient option.

How to play Dead Island 2 on PC and consoles

Dead Island 2 follows in the footsteps of its predecessor and is content to smear blood and bones on a once beautiful tourist destination. Mind you, we are no longer on an island, no matter how much the name says otherwise.

The game’s plot takes itself as a joke, since, right at the start, our protagonist discovers that he is immune to the zombie virus. While he celebrates, the rest look at him with a face like: puff, how original.

The objective is to get out of Los Angeles, since we have been locked in a tightly closed room due to the explosion of the virus. The game is all about sarcasm, first-person fights and lots of action peppered with bad jokes.

How to play? Well, with keyboard and mouse or using a controller. It’s a first-person shooter and it’s an action game, so the tutorial for the first few minutes will be quick and easy.

How much space Dead Island 2 takes up on your console or PC

Dead Island 2 occupies between 19 GB and 70 GB of storage, depending on the chosen platform.

Older generation versions with worse graphics and lower resolution take up little space, while current generation and PC versions require much more hard disk space (4K textures take up a lot).

Check out the file size of Dead Island 2 on each platform:

  • PlayStation 4: 19 GB
  • Xbox One: 26 GB
  • PlayStation 5: 48 GB
  • Xbox Series X/S: 54 GB
  • PC: 70 GB
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Once the download is complete and the game is fully installed, you will be able to play Dead Island 2, a game that has officially arrived today. Start your zombie killing adventure.

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Author: Chema Carvajal Sarabia

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