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Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to reach the F3 Crater in Death Stranding 2?
(Image via Kojima) The F3 Crater isn't just a hauntingly beautiful location in Death Stranding 2 ; it's also tied to one of the game's most elusive trophies. But don't worry, you won't have to wander blindly through tar lakes and BT zones to find it. This quick guide breaks down exactly when and how to reach the F3 Crater. Step 1: Progress the Story Until Order 29 Before you even think about setting foot near the crater, make sure you've completed Order 29. This mission links the Mechanic to the Chiral Network and unlocks a key piece of equipment: the Coffin Board. No, it's not just a flashy name—it's your one and only reliable ride across the deadly tar terrain surrounding the crater. Making An S Tier Delivery Using The New Coffin Board In Death Stranding 2 Step 2:Unlock and Fabricate the Coffin Board Once the board is available, head to a fabrication terminal at a major facility like Heartman's Lab or DHV Magellan. You'll need: 260 Metals 200 Ceramics 30 Chemicals Once built, keep in mind that the Coffin Board only works within the Chiral Network. So make sure the surrounding area is fully connected—especially Heartman's Lab. Step 3: Head North from Heartman's Lab From Heartman's Lab, travel north toward the tar-filled basin. The F3 Crater sits like a black eye in the center of it all. Use the Coffin Board to float over the tar lake. Traditional vehicles will sink, so don't even try. Step 4: Watch for the BT Alert As you near the crater, your Odradek will start spinning, and you'll be in the BT territory. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Aussies Ditching Expensive Health Cover for This Smarter Choice Health Insurance Comparison Learn More Undo You can: Speed through to avoid encounters Equip anti-BT weapons if you want to fight Sneak carefully if you're low on supplies Your call, but be cautious. BTs in this area are aggressive. Death Stranding 2: The Scars Left by the Giants Trophy Guide – How to Reach the BT Nexus (F3 Crater) Step 5: Reach the Island at the Center (Optional) Once you cross the tar and hit the crater, you'll unlock the 'The Scars Left by the Giants' trophy. Want to explore further? There's a mysterious island in the center of the crater. You can glide toward it with the board—but be warned: it's crawling with BTs. Only go if you're geared up. Bonus: Unlock Fast Access Later If you're not in a rush, you can wait until you've unlocked the Adventurer and raised their connection to Level 5. This opens up Sub Order 121, which teleports you directly to the crater, trophy included. Don't go in empty-handed. Pack weapons, blood bags, and spare materials. The F3 Crater is breathtaking, but it's not a tourist spot. Be ready for a fight—or a fast getaway. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Time of India
How to get Climbing Power Gloves in Death Stranding 2?
(Image via Kojima) Stuck scaling steep cliffs or icy mountain paths in Death Stranding 2 ? You're not alone. While fancy bikes and monorails are great, there are missions where brute climbing is your only option. That's where the Climbing Power Gloves come in. These game-changers help you grip better, climb faster, and even grab cargo more efficiently. Here's exactly how to get them in DS2 . Step 1: Progress Through the Main Story Before you can even think about these gloves, you'll need to move ahead in the main campaign. The Climbing Power Gloves aren't available early on — they're tied to a main mission that's critical to the story. Keep playing until you're given Main Order 37, which sends you into the harsh, icy mountains. How to Find and Rescue the Adventurer (Order 37) | Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Step 2: Rescue the Adventurer (Main Order 37) This is the mission that unlocks the gloves. In this mission, you have to rescue the Adventurer stranded in the freezing mountains. It's a bit of a trek, but once you get through the snow, deliver the cargo, and link the facility to the Chiral Network using your Q-Pid, you'll hit Connection Level 1. Once you've reached the Adventurer and successfully brought him back, you'll complete the mission and unlock a connection to his facility. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Step 3: Connect to the Chiral Network After the rescue, use your Q-Pid to connect the Adventurer's base to the Chiral Network . This is a critical step — without establishing this connection, you won't unlock the crafting blueprint for the gloves. Once connected, your relationship with the Adventurer will reach Level 1, and you'll receive the blueprint for Climbing Power Gloves (Level 1). Step 4: Fabricate the Gloves With the blueprint unlocked, head to any delivery terminal and fabricate the gloves. Here's what you'll need: 60 Resins 30 Metals 10 Special Alloys These materials are pretty common, so it shouldn't be hard to craft them immediately. DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH [The Updated Power Gloves Are Awesome! Step 5: Upgrade the Gloves (Optional, But Recommended) If you want even better grip and climbing efficiency, keep delivering cargo to the Adventurer. Reach Connection Level 3, and you'll unlock the Level 2 version of the gloves. These come with improved durability and performance, especially useful during long, steep missions. What Else Can the Gloves Do? These gloves aren't just for mountain goats: Improve grip strength for faster vertical climbs. Reduce stamina loss on steep slopes. Let you grab cargo from a distance, even while driving a vehicle like the Pickup Off-Roader. They're basically Sam's best friends when the roads run out. Climbing Power Gloves aren't just gear; they're essential tools for survival in Death Stranding 2's toughest environments. Get through Main Order 37, rescue the Adventurer, and gear up for smoother climbs ahead. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to find and use Mines in Death Stranding 2
Image via: Kojima Productions Resource management in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach gets a whole new dimension. With Australia's broken infrastructure crying out to be rebuilt, the need for resources goes through the roof, turning mines into one of your most powerful weapons. So if you're paving the road, constructing a building, or lengthening your delivery network, figuring out how to efficiently find and use mines will make Sam Porter Bridges a genuine rebuild master. How to unlock Mines Mines open after you finish Main Order 13, when Sam gets the Monorail working again to the Mine North of F1. This is your introduction to the mine system. It is only the start of what becomes a core gameplay loop. Nine mines in the Australian landscape. Some are gargantuan monorail-linked termini, others are more modest, remote outposts. Each mine focuses on one material, be it Metals, Ceramics, Special Alloys, Resins or Chemicals. Death Stranding 2 - How to Mine for materials at the mine north of F1 (Get Chiral Crystals) How to claim Mines Prior to mining, the mine has to be reclaimed. This echoes the structure-upgrading mechanic from the first game. You'll have to invest certain resources (usually Special Alloys and Resins) to get the mine online. Small Mines tend to require less, making them less early-game targets. Large Mines request additional, but reward you with significantly higher harvests and monorail accessibility. If the mine is beyond the Chiral Network, the entire responsibility of resource reclamation falls upon you. Within the network, asynchronous multiplayer mechanics can help. Other players' donations might alleviate your burden. How does Mining work Once a mine is up and running, mining isn't automatic, you'll have to spend Chiral Crystals to mine resources. No shallow mining here, you either mine it or not. Pay up the full amount of Crystals, and you get the mine's total output. Mine Types and Materials Each mine provides a static material type, and that's not alterable. Therefore, if you require Metals, you're going to have to find a mine that produces them specifically. For the bulk of them, you have two sources save Chemicals, only one mine provides it. Key examples: Smoke Hill Mine (Small): Ceramics Mine North of F1 (Large): Special Alloys Twin Valley Mine (Small): Chemicals Mine Near F3 Crater (Large): Resins Mine for Materials at the Mine North of F1 | Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Transporting Materials Even if Sam's powerful, he can't haul 500 kgs of alloys by himself. Fortunately, Death Stranding 2 lets you decide: Monorail Transport: Big mines are usually close to monorail stops. These, in turn, enable rapid, bulk shipments of goods directly to any station locker on the route. Pickup Off-Roader : For mines not on the rail. With weather-proof storage capacity, it's a nice option. Tri-Cruiser: Fast but low on haul, great for brief scouting missions or small hauls. If you're trophy hunting, getting all nine mines operational again and actually using them feeds into the 'Dig, Dig, Dig!' achievement. trophy. This not only indicates your commitment to remaking the world, but it says that you've got the hang of DS2's beefed-up logistics gameplay. The mining system in Death Stranding 2 isn't just about resource gathering. It captures the game's overall motif of restoration and re-bonding. Each mine reclaimed, each cart filled, each trainload shipped–a moment toward resurrecting a wounded world. With preparation and the proper equipment, Sam is more than a porter. He's a beacon of optimism. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Time of India
How to build and use Timefall Shelters in Death Stranding 2?
(Image via Kojima Productions) Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, treacherous landscapes demand smart survival tools and crucial protection against deadly rain, which can accelerate decay. Amidst the most crucial remain the Timefall Shelter, the portable haven that shields players and their cargo from Timefall rain ravages and some other lurking dangers. Understanding how to build and use these shelters remains the key to some enduring long hauls. Here is what you need to know to build and use the fullest. How to build Timefall Shelters and use it? To gain the ability to build the Timefall Shelters, completion of a specific early mission is needed. In Episode 1, Mexico, first head to the C1 South Distribution Centre. Then, successfully finish the Recover All Chiral Density Gauges Stolen by Bandits delivery. As you complete, Benjamin Rivera will give you vital structure data. Death Stranding 2: How to build a Timefall Shelter and what they're for Note: Before you start to build, make sure you are in the Chiral Network coverage zone. Also, keep an eye on PCC inventory. You will need one for every shelter placed. With the unlocked blueprint, head right to the Chiral Network-connected facility. There fabricate Portable Chiral Constructor (PCC) and then equip it to the inventory wheel. Then, venture into the field of Chiral Network Coverage. Equip PCC by selecting Timefall Shelter from the structure menu, and then use L2 to aim for the holographic placement. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, this game will keep you up all night. No Install. Play for free. Combat Siege Play Now Undo Lastly, confirm the location using R2 to build it. Pro tip: Look for a stable and flat surface before you confirm construction. The shelters consume Chiral Bandwidth. Some ideal spots here include, Frequent Timefall zones BT territories Along the long delivery routes, where rest/cargo repair becomes necessary. So, plan placement wisely. How to maximize Timefall Shelter benefits during deliveries? To use Timefall Shelter is quite surprisingly simple. All you need to do is walk beneath the protective canopy. There you will find a distinctive blue glow or the light line on the ground, marking an active safe zone. Once you are inside it, Sam's hood will automatically deploy. It will signal protection from the aging effects of Timefall. Your cargo containers, too, begin to repair instantly. The shelter provides more than just some rain cover. With it, your canteen will automatically refill. It is also crucial for some stamina management during gruelling treks. Quite crucially, structure here emits deterrents and repels all nearby BTs, creating a temporary safe haven. If you need a breather, just press and hold Square to rest under cover till the weather clears up and you feel ready to move on. You could even hold Triangle to offload cargo and leave it stored safely under a shelter while you scout ahead. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to return to Mexico in Death Stranding 2?
(Image via Kojima) In Death Stranding 2 , your journey starts in Mexico, but with Australia being the next big destination, many players rush ahead and forget to explore everything the first region has to offer. Then the regret kicks in: Did I miss something? Can I even go back? Don't worry. You absolutely can return to Mexico, and it's easier than you think. When Can You Go Back to Mexico? The moment you reach Australia and gain access to the main traversal tools, Mexico becomes available again. It's not locked off or time-sensitive. There's no point of no return. So even if you've already spent hours on the Australian continent, you can still backtrack whenever you're ready. How To Get Back To Mexico In Death Stranding 2 Where's the Portal Between Continents? To switch continents manually, look for the Plate Gate—this is your main bridge between Mexico and Australia. In Australia, you'll find it in the southwest region, close to the zone you originally landed in. Walk into the Plate Gate and you'll be transported straight to the Mexico Plate Gate, just like that. No long cutscene. No fuss. It's a walk-in, walk-out portal—making continent-hopping a core part of your exploration rather than a one-time event. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Избавляемся от боли в суставах с помощью натуральных средств! Здоровые Суставы Undo Death Stranding 2: How to Fast Travel between Australia and Mexico How to Unlock Fast Travel to Go to Mexico in Death Stranding 2 ? Things get even smoother after you complete Order 12. This unlocks the DHV Magellan, your fast-travel airship. Here's how to use it to get back to Mexico: Open the Map using the Options button. Hold X to chart your route with the Magellan. Tap L1 to switch to the Mexico map. Select any base that's already part of the Chiral Network. The catch? You must be on the ship. If you try to send it somewhere while Sam isn't aboard, the ship will go alone—and you'll be stuck waving goodbye. Pro tip : Send the ship to a nearby Australian base first, board it, then fly out to your Mexico destination. Why Go Back to Mexico? Going back isn't just for completionists. Mexico's terrain shifts as the game progresses, opening up new Orders, Prepper requests, and environmental puzzles that weren't accessible during the prologue. Whether you're hunting lore, upgrading gear, or just vibing with that iconic DS atmosphere, Mexico's worth the revisit. Don't stress about missing anything. Death Stranding 2 is designed for freedom. The game wants you to go back, explore more, and connect every thread at your own pace. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
