Dosh Management and Weapon Upgrades — Killing Floor 2 Guide

Master Killing Floor 2's Dosh management and weapon upgrade system. Learn how to earn, spend, and invest your Dosh wisely to survive the escalating threats and become a true survivor.

Alright, let's talk about something super important in Killing Floor 2 that can make or break your survival: managing your Dosh and deciding when to upgrade your weapons. Think of Dosh as your lifeline – it's the currency you earn by doing a good job killing Zeds, and it's what you'll use to buy ammo, armor, and most importantly, those sweet weapon upgrades.

Here’s the lowdown:

• Earning Dosh: You get Dosh for killing Zeds, especially if you're the one landing the killing blow. Assists count too, but the killer gets the biggest cut. You also get a little bonus Dosh at the end of each wave based on how well you did. So, focus on getting those kills!
• Spending Dosh: Your main place to spend Dosh is at the Trader. You'll find one at the start of each map and usually at a few points throughout. Use it to buy ammo, refill your armor if you're running low, or grab a new weapon if your current one isn't cutting it.
• Weapon Upgrades: This is where things get interesting. You can upgrade your weapons at the Trader, but it costs a pretty penny. Each upgrade increases the weapon's damage, penetration, and sometimes even its fire rate. It's a big decision because that Dosh could also be used for ammo, armor, or even a whole new, more powerful weapon.

So, when should you upgrade?

Generally, you want to upgrade your favorite, most reliable weapon. If you're a Berserker main and love your Eviscerator, upgrading it can make a huge difference. Same goes for a Sharpshooter who relies on headshots with their .50 Cal. The key is to upgrade a weapon you'll be using for the long haul, not something you plan to ditch in the next wave.

Pro-Tips for Dosh Management:

• Don't hoard too much: While it's good to save up, don't be afraid to spend. Running out of ammo or dying because you didn't buy armor is worse than having a slightly less upgraded weapon.
• Prioritize your role: If you're playing a perk that needs specific weapons (like a Medic needing their Hemogobbler), focus on upgrading those.
• Teamwork makes the dream work: Sometimes, it's better to let a teammate with a more specialized need buy their gear. Communicate with your team!
• Save for big guns: If you know a boss wave is coming, you might want to save up for a high-tier weapon instead of upgrading your starter pistol.
• Ammo is life: Never let yourself run dry. Always keep an eye on your ammo count and buy more if needed. A fully upgraded weapon is useless if you can't fire it.

Mastering Dosh management and knowing when to invest in upgrades is a huge part of becoming a Killing Floor 2 veteran. Good luck out there, survivor!