Death Stranding 2: How To Create Signs

Learn how to create signs in Death Stranding 2, the various kinds of signs that you can make in-game, their meanings, and more.

DS2 - Signs [Source: Kojima Productions/Deltias Gaming]
DS2 – Signs [Source: Kojima Productions | Deltias Gaming]

You can leave signs in Death Stranding 2 almost anywhere you want in the in-game world, and they may become viewable/interactable for other players in their playthrough. Interacting with signs can give likes to the porter who made it. Some signs also provide temporary buffs, like boosting your vehicle speed. This guide discusses how you can create signs in Death Stranding 2 and all the ones available. 

Death Stranding 2 Signs, Explained

How To Create Signs in Death Stranding 2?

You can create signs in DS2 by holding down on the d-pad and then choosing the sign. You have a few different categories from which you can choose.

All Available Signs in Death Stranding 2

Fun

TargetSign used for target practice. It will spin around when shot.
Speed UpSign that provides a speed boost for vehicles. Driving through this sign will briefly increase a vehicle’s speed. No more than 10 of these signs can be placed at once.
Rock Paper ScissorsSign that allows you to play rock paper scissors. Place this sign next to another porter’s, then press square to start playing. You cannot play rock paper scissors with more than two signs, and at least one sign must have been constructed by someone else.
Cheery SmileSign with a cheerful smile. Its design will change when you approach from a distance.
WinkSign with a winking smile. Its design will change when you approach from a distance.
DS2 - Communication Signs [Source: Kojima Productions/Deltias Gaming]
DS2 – Communication Signs [Source: Kojima Productions | Deltias Gaming]

Communications

I Did It!Sign that plays a sound to indicate you’ve achieved something. The sound will play when you approach from a distance.
Amazing!Sign that applauds you and others. You’ll receive a round of applause when you approach from a distance.
Time for a RestSign that suggests taking a rest. Porters who walk past will be encouraged to take a break.
Bon Voyage!Sign that sends other porters on their way. Porters will receive warm parting words as they walk past.
Keep on Keeping onSign that shows appreciation to other porters. Its words of gratitude will restore their stamina as they walk past.
Don’t Let the Heat Get You Down!Sign that shows support for other porters working in the heat. Its words of encouragement will make porters who walk past briefly impervious to the heat.
Stay Warm!Sign that shows support for other porters working in the cold. Its words of encouragement will make porters who walk past briefly impervious to the cold.
Yamato Transport’s Cat LogoSign bearing the logo of Yamato Transport, Japan’s most beloved logistics company. The Yamato Transport jingle will play when you approach, putting a spring in your step and reminding you that you’re not alone out there making deliveries.
You Got This!Sign that encourages other porters. Its words of encouragement will restore their stamina as they walk past.
Good Work, Lou!Sign that plays a sound that Lou was particularly fond of. The sound will play when you approach from a distance. No more than 10 of these signs can be placed at once.
Love It!Sign that plays a sound expressing love. The sound will play when you approach from a distance.
DS2 - Symbols Signs [Source: Kojima Productions/Deltias Gaming]
DS2 – Symbols Signs [Source: Kojima Productions | Deltias Gaming]

Symbols

Check This Out!Sign that draws the attention of other porters to locations of interest. The sign will change color when you approach.
Point of InterestSign that indicates something of interest.
I Climbed Up Here!Sign to show you were able to climb a slope on foot.
I Jumped Across!Sign to show you were able to clear a gap using a regular jump.
I Jumped Across!Sign to show you were able to clear a gap by using a tri-cruiser to jump across it.
Go Up/ForwardSign that directs the attention of others upward or indicates forward movement.
Go/Look DownSign that directs the attention of others downward or to a specific spot.
Go LeftSign that directs the attention of others to the left.
Go RightSign that directs the attention of others to the right.
Check This Out!Sign that draws the attention of other porters to locations of interest. The sign will change color when you approach.
Point of InterestSign that indicates something of interest.
DS2 - Guide Info Signs [Source: Kojima Productions/Deltias Gaming]
DS2 – Guide Info Signs [Source: Kojima Productions | Deltias Gaming]

Guide Info

WarningSign that encourages caution
Warning: Armed HostilesSign that warns of armed enemies.
Warning: BTsSign that warns of BTs.
Warning: Chiral CreaturesSign that warns of chiral creatures.
Warning: Deep RiverSign that warns of a deep, dangerous river.
Warning: CliffSign that warns of a dangerous cliff.
Warning: FireSign that warns of a dangerous fire.
Warning: Mole MinesSign that warns of mole mines.
Pee BanSign that forbids urination
X Marks the Spot!Sign that indicates an importatnt location.
Photo SpotSign that indicates a photo opportunity
Shelter from Timefall HereSign that indicates a place to take shelter from timefall
Animals NearbySign that indicates the presence of animals.
DS2 - Online Aid Requests Signs [Source: Kojima Productions/Deltias Gaming]
DS2 – Online Aid Requests Signs [Source: Kojima Productions | Deltias Gaming]

Online Aid Requests

Request: DeliverySign that asks someone to deliver a piece of cargo on your behalf. Place the cargo near the sign, then press square to entrust it to another porter.
Supply Request: WeaponsSign that requests weapons from fellow porters.
Supply Request: Tools/FieldwearsSign that requests tools or fieldwear from fellow porters.
Supply Request: Restoration/Repair MaterialsSign that requests materials from other porters to restore or repair a road, structure, or facility.
Construction Request: Vertical TraversalSign that requests other porters to build a structure that allows you to scale a vertical obstacle.
Construction Request: Horizontal TraversalSign that requests other porters to build a structure that allows you to cross a river or other obstacle.
Construction Request: Battery ChargingSign that requests other porters to build a structure which can charge vehicle and equipment batteries.
Construction Request: Timefall ShelterSign that requests other porters to build a structure that provides shelter from timefall.
Construction Request: Cargo StorageSign that requests other porters to build a structure in which to store cargo.
Construction Request: Tactical STructureSign that requests other porters to build a structure which gives you a tactical advantage against enemies.
Construction Request: Beach JumpSign that requests other porters to build a structure that allows you to travel quickly to distant locations.
Upgrade RequestSign that requests other porters to upgrade one of your structures.
Request: Defeat EnemiesSign that requests other porters to eliminate nearby enemies.

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