Deep Silver and Dambuster Studios have officially unveiled Dead Island 2 with a pulp-inspired trailer that spotlights the zombie saga, its cast, and an array of weapons. The teaser blends cinematic footage with in-game visuals, showcasing dramatic locations and the zombie-plagued streets of a sunbaked Los Angeles that’s been branded HELL-A for its brutal atmosphere.
Dead Island 2 follows a virus outbreak that turns people into undead hordes. Players are bitten but do not transform, gaining immunity that lets them push back against the rising threat using diverse weaponry. The developers describe the game as a horror action-RPG built around dark humor, high-octane combat, and over-the-top zombie slaughter. The action unfolds in a stylized Los Angeles that is both hellish and vibrant, delivering the franchise’s signature blend of chaos and charisma. The Dead Island spotlight remains faithful to its bold sensibility and over-the-top tone.
The CGI trailer features Jacob, a playable assassin, waking up in an opulent villa in Istanbul. The journey hints at a broader cast and the promise of choosing from up to six characters, each with a distinct personality and dialogue. Every assassin provides a fully customizable toolkit, with a dynamic system that allows players to remap abilities and experiment with unconventional builds in real time.
On the ground, combat aims for visceral immersion, offering a wide arsenal of weapons and tactical options designed to maximize brutality. The team emphasizes that players should feel every strike, whether it is a slice, a smash, a burn, or a tear. A cooperative mode supports up to three players, inviting a long and bloody stay in Los Angeles as they tackle the infective nightmare side by side. The game is slated to release on February 3, 2023 across multiple platforms, including the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Stadia, and PC.