How Many Survivors Can You Rescue in Dead Rising 2?
In Dead Rising 2, rescuing survivors is a core gameplay mechanic, and the drive to save as many people as possible is a major part of the experience. While the game throws numerous challenges your way, from hordes of zombies to dangerous psychopaths, knowing the potential number of lives you can save is crucial for both completionists and those seeking the “Saint” achievement. So, how many survivors can you rescue in Dead Rising 2? The definitive answer is you can rescue a maximum of 64 survivors, including Snowflake the tiger. However, the game only requires you to save 50 survivors for the “Hero of Fortune City” achievement. This means you can miss up to 14 survivors and still earn this key achievement. Furthermore, there are only 13 human survivors, the rest are from the story missions. The rest are not mandatory for the story or the achievement. This provides some wiggle room and allows for mistakes or focusing on particular survivors.
Understanding Survivor Mechanics
Before diving deeper into the numbers, it’s crucial to understand how survivors work in Dead Rising 2. Unlike some games where the NPC characters are merely background elements, Dead Rising 2 makes you actively responsible for the safety of each survivor you encounter. You must escort them back to the safe house, ensuring they don’t get eaten by zombies along the way. Each survivor has different health and speed attributes. Some are more resilient, while others will struggle against the undead.
Also, survivors are not all found in the same way. Some are discovered through the story, while others are found in side missions or simply wandering around Fortune City. Being thorough is necessary to rescue everyone possible. A few survivors also have specific ways of being rescued and require strategy.
Maximum Survivor Rescue and Missed Opportunities
As mentioned, you can rescue a total of 64 survivors in the game, Snowflake the tiger included. This means even if you are doing your utmost best to rescue everyone you will only be able to get a maximum of 64 survivors. But that’s not as simple as it sounds, since 14 survivors can be missed and you can still achieve the “Hero of Fortune City” achievement, as this achievement requires only 50 survivors.
To fully maximize the number of survivors you can rescue in the game you’ll have to strategically plan your playthrough. If you intend on getting all the rescues you will need to be quick and efficient.
The Case of Snowflake
The fact that Snowflake, a tiger, is included as a potential survivor is a unique aspect of Dead Rising 2. Snowflake is not rescued in a traditional sense, but is tamed. By successfully offering him a piece of meat three times when he attacks, you can add the tiger to your list of survivors. Having Snowflake is a great asset in helping you keep your other survivors safe.
The Importance of the “Hero of Fortune City” Achievement
While rescuing every single survivor in the game is a challenging feat, you do not need to do this to complete the game. Saving 50 survivors unlocks the “Hero of Fortune City” achievement, a significant milestone. For those who strive to get all of the achievements, this is one of the most important ones to complete.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is it possible to save everyone in Dead Rising 2?
Yes, it is definitely possible to save all 64 potential survivors, including Snowflake. However, it does require meticulous planning, fast reactions, and no mistakes in the game.
2. How many human survivors are there in Dead Rising 2?
There are only 13 human survivors that need to be rescued. The rest are survivors you get from story missions.
3. What happens if you miss rescuing a survivor?
If you miss rescuing a survivor, they will be lost, and you cannot rescue them again in that playthrough. However, you can still complete the game and achieve the “Hero of Fortune City” achievement, if you rescued 50 survivors.
4. How do I rescue Snowflake the tiger?
To rescue (tame) Snowflake, you must position yourself in an open area and throw a steak (or other meat) between yourself and him when he charges. Repeat this three times, and Snowflake will join you as a survivor.
5. How do you save 50 survivors in Dead Rising 2?
You save survivors by finding them throughout Fortune City and escorting them safely back to the safe house. Completing story missions will also bring a good number of survivors. Be thorough and careful to avoid having them be killed by zombies.
6. What happens if I don’t save Katey?
If you fail to give Katey her Zombrex in time, she will die and you will fail the rest of the story missions. However, this does not stop you from completing side missions and rescuing any remaining survivors.
7. Does Dead Rising 2 have a time limit?
Yes, Dead Rising 2 has a 72-hour in-game time limit. You must complete the main storyline or ensure your daughter is alive by keeping her Zombrexed. Once the timer runs out you will automatically fail the story if you haven’t completed it.
8. How long does 72 hours in Dead Rising 2 last?
The 72-hour in-game time limit translates to roughly 6 hours of real-time gameplay. The game clock moves at a pace where one real minute equals 12 in-game minutes.
9. What is the level cap in Dead Rising 2?
In Dead Rising 2, you can reach a maximum level of level 50.
10. What are the best weapons to give survivors in Dead Rising 2?
Giving survivors a strong melee weapon is key to keeping them alive. Some of the best weapons to give are: **Katana Sword**, **Boomstick**, **Knife Gloves**, **Paddlesaw**, **Rocket Launcher**, **Laser Sword**, **Super B.F.G**, and **Slicecycle**.
11. How many Zombrex doses are needed in Dead Rising 2?
You need a minimum of **four doses of Zombrex** for Katey throughout the story. If you're going for the best ending, you will need one extra dose for TK.
12. Can I play Dead Rising 2 without a time limit?
Only in **Dead Rising 2: Off the Record**, will you have a mode that lets you play without any time limit. The base game *Dead Rising 2* always has a time limit.
13. What happens if the time runs out in Dead Rising 2?
If the time runs out before you complete the main story, you will get a failure ending, “The Truth Has Vanished,” and can continue to play until the end of the 72 hours.
14. How many zombies can be on the screen in Dead Rising 2?
*Dead Rising 2* can show **up to 7,000 zombies on screen** at any time, making for intense and challenging gameplay.
15. What is the best way to ensure survivor survival?
To keep your survivors alive, you must give them the best weapons that you can create. It’s also important to prioritize them and make sure they are not overwhelmed. Keeping the path clear, using special attacks and leading the way will ensure their safety.