How to Get the Silenced Pistol Early in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

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Go full stealth mode with this powerful early-game weapon

In Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, stealth can often be just as important as firepower. While rocket launchers and hemo-boomerangs are great for high-intensity combat, sometimes you just want to sneak past enemies—or take them out quietly. That’s where the Silenced Machine Pistol comes in. And the good news? You can unlock it surprisingly early if you know where to look.

Here’s how to get the silenced pistol fast, even if you’ve already left Mexico behind.

Why the Silenced Pistol Is a Must-Have

The silenced pistol is one of the most effective early stealth weapons in DS2. Not only is it silent, but it also comes with a laser sight for precision aiming. That means you can headshot human enemies or disable Mechs at close range without alerting others nearby. Even better—it doesn’t compromise your mobility like some heavier gear.

Key advantages:

  • ✅ Silent shots don’t alert nearby enemies

  • ✅ Laser sight helps you line up perfect headshots

  • ✅ Effective against human, Stranded, and Mech enemies

  • ✅ Quick aim and movement while equipped

Where to Find the Silenced Pistol

You can unlock the silenced pistol through Norberto Puente in Ciudad Nudo del Norte (C1)—the Mexico region, which is part of your early-game path.

If you’re following the main story, you’ll reach C1 relatively soon. But if you’ve already jumped to later regions like Australia (C3), don’t worry—you can return to Mexico later using Fragile’s jump system once it's unlocked.

Steps to Unlock the Silenced Pistol

1. Visit Norberto Puente at Ciudad Nudo del Norte

Silenced Pistol in Death Stranding 2
Look for his distribution center and make your first delivery. This will unlock the connection between you and Norberto.

2. Raise Your Connection Level to 3 Stars

To unlock the silenced pistol blueprint, you need to raise your bond with Norberto Puente to at least Level 3. Here's how:

  • Complete Standard Orders at his facility

  • Return lost cargo tagged for Norberto

  • Choose Premium Deliveries for higher “Likes”

  • Recover stolen goods (if any Orders request it)

💡 You’ll likely reach 2 stars just by progressing through Chapter 2 and doing basic deliveries—so 3 stars won’t take long.

3. Rest at a Safe House or Distribution Center

Once you hit 3 stars, rest at a nearby facility. After waking up, check your weapons locker or fabrication terminal—Norberto will have gifted you the silenced pistol schematic.

Can You Miss It?

Yes—if you skip side content in Mexico and rush into the main story, you might leave the region without ever visiting Norberto. But again, this isn’t permanent. After unlocking Fragile Jump, you can return to C1 and unlock the pistol any time.

Pro Tips for Stealth Builds

  • Pair the silenced pistol with invisibility cloaks and quiet boots (once unlocked) for full infiltration builds

  • Save ammo! It’s limited early on, so craft spares at UCA-linked terminals when you can

  • Works great in missions involving Stranded patrols or supply retrievals

Community Resources & Related Articles

If you’re trying to maximize stealth or troubleshoot pistol unlock bugs, check out these helpful links:

Summary

If stealth is your preferred playstyle in Death Stranding 2, the silenced pistol is your best early-game ally. Unlocking it through Norberto Puente is simple, quick, and game-changing—just don’t miss your chance while you’re in Mexico. 

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