Sam’s journey gets a serious upgrade once you unlock exoskeletons in Death Stranding 2 — but which one should you choose, and when? In this guide, we’ll break down how to unlock each type, what they’re good at, and how the community is using them to tackle everything from enemy camps to brutal mountain terrain.
🛠️ How to Get Your First Exoskeleton (Battle Skeleton)
Once you cross the portal into Australia and connect to the Government Base, your next major destination is the Western Environmental Observatory. Expect resistance — this area is swarming with bandits. Take them out, link the relay point to the network, and you’ll unlock the Battle Skeleton Lv.1 plans.
Head to the Equipment section, craft it, and equip it. Welcome to a whole new level of mobility and combat readiness.
💡 Community Tip: Prioritize boosting your connection level with the Western Environmental Observatory to 3 stars or higher to quickly unlock Battle Skeleton Lv.2 and Lv.3. These upgrades drastically improve stability, carry capacity, and movement speed under fire.
⚔️ Best Early Exoskeleton: Battle Skeleton
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Handling heavier loads
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Withstanding MULE ambushes
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Staying balanced in combat zones
It’s not flashy, but it’s dependable — like a trusty pair of hiking boots that also punches back.
🏃♂️ Boost Skeleton – Speed and Jump Boosts
Once you reach The Witch (a mandatory relay point), you’ll unlock the Boost Skeleton, designed for those who like to move fast and light. It drastically improves:
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Sprint speed
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Jumping height
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Terrain fluidity
⚠️ Community Insight: While it’s great for on-foot travel, the Boost Skeleton drains battery quickly, especially when sprinting uphill or jumping frequently. Many players pair it with solar backpacks or spare battery units to stay powered on longer routes.
Best used in flat, open areas or when you’re doing timed deliveries without much cargo.
🧗 Bokka Skeleton – King of the Mountains
Unlocked at the East Fort Knot (F4) — another mandatory location — the Bokka Skeleton is your ultimate terrain-tamer. This beast excels at:
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Traversing steep cliffs, deep snow, and even black pitch
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Improving Sam’s balance and carry weight
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Handling areas where vehicles and ziplines aren’t an option
🌟 Why the Community Loves It: Many players say the Bokka Skeleton is the go-to choice for late-game regions. With Lv.3 unlocked at 4-star connection, it makes grueling climbs through Australia’s roughest terrain feel like a gentle stroll.
📋 Recommended Skeleton Strategy
| Situation | Best Skeleton | Why |
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| Combat-heavy missions | Battle Skeleton Lv.3 | More defense, better stability |
| Timed delivery missions | Boost Skeleton | Run faster, jump further |
| Mountain or hazardous terrain | Bokka Skeleton Lv.3 | Best carry capacity and mobility off-road |
🔄 Skeleton Swap Tip: Adapt to the Mission
Don’t be afraid to swap exoskeletons depending on what lies ahead. Here’s a simple plan:
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Start with Battle Skeleton Lv.3 for combat zones.
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Switch to Boost Skeleton if you’re racing against the clock.
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Endgame? Go full Bokka Skeleton for peak efficiency in rugged terrain.
Pair your skeleton with compatible gear — like stabilizer backpacks or extra batteries — and you’ll be ready for anything Death Stranding 2 throws at you.
🧠 Final Thoughts
Choosing the right exoskeleton can make or break your delivery runs — especially when you're stuck between a BT zone and a 60kg corpse cargo timer.
Our advice? Unlock early, upgrade often, and always be ready to adapt. The terrain doesn’t care how cool you look — but the right skeleton will get you through it alive.
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