Killing Floor 2 Complete Guide (52 Sections) | AntMag

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Killing Floor 2 throws you into a desperate fight for survival against hordes of mutated monstrosities, the Zeds. As one of the few remaining survivors in a ravaged Europe, you'll team up with mercenaries and civilians to push back the outbreak. It's a frantic co-op shooter where you'll face wave after wave of enemies, managing your resources and choosing your perk to best support your team.

This guide is here to help you conquer the game's challenges, focusing on finding all the hidden collectibles scattered throughout maps like Barmwich Town and Prison. We'll guide you to every Glowing Skull needed for the 'Not Night Lamps' achievement and every item for the 'Perilous Prison' achievement, ensuring you leave no stone unturned.

Advanced Movement Techniques

Alright, let's talk about getting around as the Gunslinger in Killing Floor 2. While the Gunslinger is all about those dual-wielding pistols, how you move can make a huge difference, especially when things get hectic. We're going to look at the skills that really help you stay mobile and put yourself in the best position to land those shots. At Level 15, you get a choice between two skills that directly impact your movement and positioning: * Line 'em Up: This is fantastic for clearing out groups. Normally, shooting through one Zed to hit another causes damage reduction. This skill removes that penalty. So, if you've got a line of Zeds, you can keep firing and hit them all without losing effectiveness. It's great for maximizing your damage output when they're bunched up. * Speedloader: This one is pretty straightforward – it just increases your reload speed with perk weapons. While not directly a 'movement' skill, faster reloads mean less downtime. Less downtime means you're always ready to fire, which indirectly helps you stay mobile and in the fight longer. Which one you pick often depends on your playstyle and the situation. If you find yourself constantly dealing with dense crowds, 'Line 'em Up' is a lifesaver. If you prefer to keep your pistols topped off and ready for quick follow-up shots, 'Speedloader' is the way to go. Both help you keep moving and shooting effectively, which is key for any Gunslinger!

Economy and Dosh Sharing

Alright, let's talk about something super important in Killing Floor 2 that can make or break your runs: Dosh, or money, and how you share it. Think of it like this: you're all in this together, fighting off those Zeds, so making sure everyone has what they need to survive and contribute is key. It's not just about hoarding your own cash; it's about smart team play.

Why Dosh Management Matters

Every time you clear a wave, you and your teammates get a Dosh bonus. The better you do as a team (killing Zeds, surviving), the more Dosh everyone earns. This Dosh is your lifeline – it's how you buy better weapons, armor, and ammo between waves. If one person is running low on cash, they might not be able to afford a decent weapon for the next big wave, putting the whole team at risk. That's where sharing comes in.

How to Share Dosh (and When You Should)

The game makes it pretty simple: you can drop Dosh for your teammates. Just open your inventory, select the Dosh you want to give, and choose the 'Drop' option. Your teammates can then pick it up.

Here’s the golden rule: help out teammates who are struggling. If you've had a good run and are sitting on a pile of Dosh, and you see a teammate who's low on funds and can't afford a crucial upgrade (like a better rifle for a Sharpshooter or a good shotgun for a Commando), drop them some cash. A few hundred Dosh can make a massive difference.

When NOT to Share (or be careful)

Don't give away your last dollar: Always make sure you have enough Dosh for yourself to buy essential gear. You can't help anyone if you're stuck with just a knife against a Fleshpound.
Prioritize essential roles: If your team needs a Medic or a Support to hold down a choke point with specific gear, make sure they can afford it. Sometimes, a strategic Dosh drop for one player is more valuable than spreading it thin.
Watch out for trolls: While rare, some players might try to exploit generous teammates. If someone is constantly asking for Dosh without contributing, it might be best to keep your funds to yourself.

Earning More Dosh Together

Beyond sharing, the best way to ensure everyone has enough is to play well as a team:

Focus fire: Killing Zeds quickly and efficiently means more Dosh bonuses.
Headshots count: Aim for the head! Critical hits often give bonus Dosh.
Complete objectives: Sometimes there are mini-objectives or bonus conditions that grant extra Dosh.
Survive: Simply staying alive until the end of a wave gives you a Dosh payout. Don't be the first one to die if you can help it!

Mastering Dosh sharing and management is a big part of becoming a seasoned Killing Floor 2 player. It's all about teamwork, smart spending, and making sure everyone's geared up to face the horde. Good luck out there, and don't forget to share the wealth!

Collecting Dosh and Vault Crates

Walkthrough

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Around the Armory: On the tree behind the fence, under the cart in front of it, in the corner behind stalls on the left, and in the house in front of the armory behind hay.
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Armory: Inside the armory itself (requires medallions to open).
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Tree on Fire: On the right roof before entering arches, under the books burning porch, in a house connecting bloody stairs to the tree on fire, on a wall to the left of the tree, just above the fence to the left of the previous collectible, and in the house to the left of the tree on fire in the skins room.
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Bloody Stairs Area: On the passageway above the stairs, in the house at the bottom of the bloody stairs with three Zeds trapped inside, and next to a corpse near the entrance of stairs leading down.
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Forge: On the forge roof, behind boilers, and on the tree behind the forge.
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Street connecting the house in front of armory to the forge: On the window of the red house facing the door, between rocks next to stalls, on the window of the red house on the other side, and in the house under the stairs connecting the street to a trader.
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Around the place with the tree glowing blue: Between hays next to the trader, on a hay on the upper part of the place, and on the guillotine in front of the tree.
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Restaurant: In the left room with tables.
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Underground Prison: Under the boilers, in a pile of intestines next to the stairs leading to the boilers room, and between the two gargoyles in the sewers part.

Tips

Collecting all 7 Medallions (Red, Green, White, Blue, Yellow, Purple) unlocks the armory.
The Medallions are located: Red on a corpse in front of the tree on fire, Green in the Forge, White in the Restaurant, Blue inside a tree, Yellow in a cell, and Purple in the boiler room under the prison.

Dosh and the Trader

Walkthrough

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Release Information: The Barmwich Town map was released on October 13th, 2022, as part of the Blood & Bonfires update.
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Achievement: Collect 10 Glowing Skulls in Barmwich Town to earn the 'Not Night Lamps' achievement.
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Medallions: There are six medallions to find: Red (on a corpse in front of the tree on fire), Green (in the Forge), White (in the Restaurant), Blue (inside a tree), Yellow (in a cell), and Purple (in the boiler room under the prison). Collecting all medallions unlocks the armory.
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Collectibles (Glowing Skulls):
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Around the Armory: On the tree behind the fence, under a cart, behind stalls on the left, and in the house in front of the armory behind hay.
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Armory: Inside the armory itself (requires medallions to open).
7
Tree on Fire: On the right roof before entering arches, under the burning porch, in a house connecting bloody stairs to the tree, on a wall to the left of the tree, above the fence to the left of the previous collectible, and in the skins room of the house to the left of the tree. Also on a beam in front of the bloody stairs entrance and under a porch outside that house.
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Bloody Stairs Area: Above the stairs on the passage way, in a house at the bottom of the stairs with Zeds trapped inside, and next to a corpse near the entrance to the stairs leading down.
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Forge: On the forge roof with Zeds, behind boilers, and on the tree behind the forge.
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Street connecting the house in front of armory to the forge: On the window of the red house facing the door, between rocks next to stalls, on the other window of the red house, and under the stairs in a house connecting to a trader.
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Around the place with the tree glowing blue: Between hay next to a trader, on an upper hay, and on the guillotine in front of the tree.
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Restaurant: In the left room with tables.
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Underground Prison: Under the boilers, in a pile of intestines next to the stairs to the boilers room, and between two gargoyles in the sewers.

Tips

Collecting all six medallions is necessary to access the armory, which contains one of the Glowing Skulls.
The map features various distinct areas like the Armory, Tree on Fire, Bloody Stairs Area, Forge, Restaurant, and Underground Prison, each containing several collectibles.
Pay attention to environmental details like trees, houses, and specific structures to locate the skulls.