Death Stranding - A List of Currently Known Equipment

In Death Stranding, players will use a wide array of equipment to fend off enemies, both human and spectral, across the wastelands of the United Cities of America.

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

Equipment in Death Stranding

Various trailers and gameplay demos for Death Stranding revealed an assortment of familiar and futuristic tools to survive while exploring its vast open world. We listed down all weapons, armor, tools, vehicles, and items which were featured in videoes from the release date trailer up to the Tokyo Game Show 2019 presentations.

Weapons

Strand

Death Stranding - Currently Known Equipment

The strand is a cord-like weapon used “to bind human enemies from behind and parry attacks at close quarters.”  It can be readied by pressing the L2 button, while pressing R2 binds the target.

Bola Gun

Death Stranding - Currently Known Equipment

“A weapon that binds targets within firing range. Uses strands to bind and immobilize or stun humans or BTs.” The bola gun can be aimed and fired by pressing the L2 and R2 buttons respectively. The length and range of the strand can be increased by holding down the R2 button.

Charge Type BT Gun

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

A special firearm used against BTs. A rough translation of its in-game description says that the charge type BT gun infuses its bullets with the user’s blood.

Assault Rifle

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

The assault rifle is a firearm originally used by armed personnel of the United Cities of America, according to a rough translation of its in-game description. It has been improved as a special purpose weapon following the “death stranding” phenomenon.

Grenade

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

A standard fragmentation grenade. Based on a rough translation of its in-game description, it was used by the armed forces of the United Cities of America.

Ex Grenade

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

“Capsule made of Sam’s condensed body fluids collected from the shower.” The ex grenade explodes on impact and “is theorized to affect BTs.”

Hematic Grenade

Death Stranding - Currently Known Equipment

The hematic grenade is a throwable explosive “designed for use against BTs.” The weapon requires blood bags to use. If none are available, the player’s own blood will be expended. The hematic grenade was used to defeat a giant BT that appeared near the end of the TGS 2019 demo. It is aimed with the L2 button and thrown with R2.

Tools and Gadgets

Ladder

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“A portable ladder that folds out to a length of 10m. It can be used to climb slopes and cross rivers.” It allows the player to easily scale mountains. The ladder can be held on standby with the L2 button and placed with R2. It can be collapsed, presumably to be carried in the player’s cargo again.

Climbing Anchor

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

The climbing anchor is “a pole that is driven into the ground to create an anchor for a rope.” The tool allows the player to traverse steep slopes and cliffs. Its rope has a maximum length of 30 meters. The L2 button lets the player hold the climbing anchor on standby. Pressing the R2 button places it in position.

Shoulder-mounted Mechanical Arm

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

The shoulder-mounted mechanical arm is a device used to scan the area for BTs. As seen in the TGS 2019 demo, the digits of the mechanical arm twitch when BTs are nearby. The twitching becomes more frequent the closer the player is to BTs.

The mechanical arm has the ability to deflect bullets. This was shown during Sam’s encounter with Homo Demens’ leader Higgs. Whether the ability is performed manually by the player or is automatic during gameplay has not been revealed.

Armor and Clothing

Power Skeleton

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

The power skeleton is a piece of leg armor “that reduces cargo burden by bearing some of the weight.” An “active skeleton” that greatly increases the wearer’s cargo carrying capacity, allowing them to sprint unhindered.

Speed Skeleton

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

Described as “an active skeleton that boosts the wearer’s mobility.” When equipped, the leg armor allows the player to gain a boost in running speed using the L2 button. This makes it possible for the wearer to jump long distances despite carrying heavy cargo.

Bridges Boots

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

“Standard-issue Bridges boots, designed to be durable and withstand a wide range of environmental conditions.” Equipping different types of footwear affects the player’s balance, as seen in the TGS 2019 demo.

Ludens Mask Sunglasses

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

Described as “an old favorite of Sam’s.” Ludens mask sunglasses were designed “with Homo Ludens” in mind. They do not seem to serve any special use other than for aesthetics.

“Sam” Sunglasses

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

“A pair of sunglasses specially designed for Sam of which he is very fond of.” As with the Ludens mask sunglasses, they are implied to be worn only for style.

Cap

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

Special cap “beloved of Bridges staff that slightly reduces stamina consumption when worn.” The organization’s name is placed on the front of the cap in bold letters.

Players can customize the color of the Ludens mask sunglasses, “Sam” sunglasses, and cap in the safe house.

Harmonica

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

A musical instrument obtained by completing the “The Musician” side mission. Can be played to soothe BB and earn a like.

Vehicles

Motorbike

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

A transport vehicle that accommodates cargo. It allows the player to perform certain maneuvers, including a wheelie, shown in the release date trailer and TGS 2019 demo. The shoulder-mounted mechanical arm can also be used while riding.

Floating Cart

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

A cart that can be attached to the player’s backpack for pulling additional cargo. It also doubles as a skateboard-like vehicle that the player can ride downhill.

Mules Truck

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

As seen in the TGS 2019 demo, the player can hijack the trucks used by Mules to ambush travelers. It can, however, be immobilized by the electrified pole weapons that Mules wield.

Items

Monster Energy Drink

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

Restores the player’s stamina when used. It is based on the real-life beverage of the same name and is stored in the player’s canteen.

Timefall Porter

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

Presumed to be a popular beer brand in the world of Death Stranding. Sam was seen drinking it during the safe house demo.

Edible Bugs

Death Stranding - Currently Revealed Equipment

Live bugs kept in a jar by Sam at his safe house. They are eaten as a snack to supply Sam’s body with iron.

Blood Bag

Allows the player to use hematic grenades. The player’s own blood will serve as a substitute when there are none of these in their inventory.

Container Repair Spray

Used to repair damaged containers, allowing the player to open and harvest their contents. Mules guarding their camps frequently carry some with them.

 

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