Death Stranding 2: How To Climb Mountains

Although challenging, mountain climbing becomes much easier and more effective in Death Stranding 2 with these tools and equipment. 

Death Stranding 2: How to Climb Mountains
Climbing a mountain is a lot easier with these gears (Image via: Sony Interactive Entertainment)

Navigating across the harsh terrains and delivering cargo is the core gameplay loop of Death Stranding 2. While traversing through the flat surfaces doesn’t seem challenging, that’s not the case for terrain with steep slopes. Traversing through these mountain regions is essential as part of certain orders. Besides careful cargo management, equipping the right tools and gear is the key to ascending mountain regions effectively.

While the basic climbing tools, like a Ladder and a Climbing Anchor, assist you in reaching the mountain tops, several other items significantly enhance the experience. Let’s explore how to climb the mountain regions effectively in Death Stranding 2. 

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How To Easily Ascend Mountains in Death Stranding 2

Sam climbing a mountain (Image via: Sony Interactive Entertainment)
Sam climbing a mountain (Image via: Sony Interactive Entertainment)

There are quite a few ways to traverse mountain regions and reach elevated areas effectively. 

  • Climbing Power Gloves are undoubtedly the best and optimal tool for the job, as it is exclusively designed to enhance Sam’s climbing ability and balance. Additionally, these gloves recover cargo as well as increase Sam’s punching power. Once you connect the Adventurer’s base to the Chiral Network by rescuing the Adventurer, you will receive the Climbing Power Gloves Level 1. Establishing a 3-star connection rewards with the Climbing Power Gloves Level 2. 
  • Coffin Board is another effective way to climb mountain regions, particularly within the Chiral Network. This board allows a faster traversal option in mountain regions. Connecting the Mechanic to the Chiral Network unlocks the Coffin Board. 
  • Spiked Tyres for Slopes is another great option for mountain climbing. You can unlock the attachment by connecting the South Fort Knot to the Chiral Network. The vehicle attachment is designed with spikes, making mountain climbing with a Pickup off-roader faster and more effective. It allows you to climb over steep slopes. 
  • As mentioned, the fundamental tools like the Ladder and the Climbing Anchor also serve as an effective way to climb and descend mountain cliffs safely when used properly.

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