Scene from How to Survive 2, four characters facing zombies.

A desolate street in How to Survive 2, featuring a van, scattered debris, and a post-apocalyptic atmosphere.

A screenshot from How to Survive 2 shows a character fighting a zombie in a post-apocalyptic setting.

How to Survive 2 is an action-adventure game developed by Eko Software. The game puts players in the middle of a zombie apocalypse, and tasks them with surviving in the post-apocalyptic world.

Players must use their wits, weapons and the environment around them to battle hordes of zombies, competing for limited resources. They can craft items such as health kits or armor from materials scattered throughout the environment, or scavenge for supplies from abandoned homes and buildings.

This survival horror title also features an extensive multiplayer mode, allowing players to team up with friends or strangers online to complete missions and survive together. Players can build settlements such as farms and stores that help boost everyone’s survivability in the long run, but they must also defend these bases against attacks from both zombies and other survivors alike.

All in all, How to Survive 2 provides an intense experience full of bloody zombie battles, daring rescues and even more treacherous human enemies. With its unique blend of action-packed combat and strategic base-building gameplay, it’s sure to keep gamers on their toes for hours at a time.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

: What is the significance of 'Looting' in How to Survive 2, and how does it tie into crafting and base progression?
Looting is the core loop of How to Survive 2. You'll scavenge for essential resources like scrap, wood, and tools from abandoned buildings and the environment. These materials are then used in your base's crafting stations to create weapons, armor, medical supplies, and base upgrades, directly fueling your ability to survive tougher encounters and expand your safe zone.; Explain the 'Vocalization' mechanic and its effect on attracting or repelling zombies.
Vocalization is a unique mechanic where your character's actions, such as loud crafting, combat, or using certain items, can attract nearby zombies. Conversely, quieter actions and specialized items can be used to distract or lure zombies away from your objective or base, adding a stealth and strategic element to exploration and defense.; How does the 'Crafter' system work, and what are the benefits of upgrading your crafting stations?
The Crafter system allows you to create a wide array of items, but its efficiency is tied to the crafting stations within your safe zone. Upgrading these stations not only speeds up the crafting process but also unlocks the ability to craft higher-tier weapons, armor, and specialized gear, essential for facing more dangerous infected.; What is the role of 'Encounters' in How to Survive 2, and how do they differ from standard zombie spawns?
Encounters are dynamic, often multi-stage events that appear on the world map. These can range from rescuing survivors to clearing out infested areas or defending against special zombie waves. Successfully completing encounters often rewards you with rare loot, valuable crafting materials, and sometimes even new survivors for your base.; Describe the 'Survivor' system and how recruiting and managing them impacts your gameplay.
You can encounter and recruit other survivors in the world. These survivors can be assigned tasks within your safe zone, such as guarding, crafting, or farming. Their skills and morale affect their efficiency, and their presence can provide passive bonuses or open up new crafting options, making base management a crucial part of survival.

Patch Notes

4/10/17 ([LIVE] April 10 - Everybunny Needs Somebunny!)
3/9/17 ([LIVE] March 9 - Hot Fixes!)
1/23/17 ([LIVE] January 23 - Chinese New Year FREE DLC & Fixes)
12/19/16 ([LIVE] December 19 Update - Holiday Update)
11/23/16 ([LIVE] November 23 Update - Bug Fixes & Changes)
11/17/16 ([LIVE] Dead Dynamite DLC + Update)
10/27/16 ([LIVE] Halloween Update - Themed Items, Vanity Slots & Themed DLC)
9/16/16 (NOW [LIVE] September 19 - Lots of Fixes, Go Kill Zombies!)
9/8/16 (Welcome to the Launch of How to Survive 2! On Sale!)
8/22/16 ([LIVE] August 22 - More Language Support & Release Date)
7/19/16 ([LIVE] July 19 Update - Level Cap 50, Bug Fixes and...)
6/13/16 ([LIVE] June 13 - SWAT FORCES Update & Future Development)
5/27/16 ([BETA] June 02, May 27 Update - SWAT Zeds!)
4/29/16 ([LIVE] May 9 Update - Twitch Integration, New Stuff, Intel HD 3000 Optimization)
4/26/16 ([LIVE] Quick Update - Fullscreen, Fixes & Fun!)
4/7/16 (NOW LIVE - New Language Support, Finishing Moves AND Nightcrawlers!)
3/14/16 (Live Update March 14 - It's a Biggie!)
3/11/16 (Another Update to Beta_Branch - March 11!)
3/4/16 (Updated March 4,7,9 Beta Branch - Kovac Challenges, Weight Management and a Surprise!)
2/19/16 (Now Live Update February 19 - Public Camps, Trading and Chat)
2/5/16 (Happy Mardi Gras Patch!)
1/22/16 (Update January 22 available on all branches)
12/21/15 (Update Dec 21 - Dec 18 beta update available on all branches! Post up your female avatar!)