After a nine-year wait, multiple studio changes, and some serious development hell, Deep Silver's zombie beat 'em up Dead Island 2 is finally here and is available on Windows PC, Xbox, and other systems. Like the franchise's previous games, the sequel features multiple different playable characters to choose from, dubbed "Slayers." Each Slayer has a pair of unique skills that give them distinct advantages in combat, along with attributes that determine things like max health, damage resistances, critical hit bonuses, and more.
Dead Island 2 has six different Slayers to choose from, and in this guide, we'll go over everything you need to know about each one so you can make an informed decision when picking which one to use. This includes a tier list that ranks all of the Slayers based on overall power and viability, a look at the best characters for beginners and solo players, and an in-depth guide for each Slayer's stats, skills, and ideal playstyle.
