Dead Island 2 Cheats: The Ultimate Guide for PC, PS5, & Xbox (2025)

No, Dead Island 2 does not have any official, built-in cheat codes. Unlike classic games where you could type in a phrase for god mode, developer Dambuster Studios did not include a cheat menu.

However, that doesn’t mean you can’t bend the rules in Hell-A. The community has found numerous ways to gain an edge across all platforms. This guide covers every modern method for cheating in Dead Island 2, from powerful PC trainers and console save editing to clever in-game exploits that work for everyone.

Whether you want to overcome a tough boss, skip the grind, or just cause some over-the-top zombie mayhem, we’ve got you covered.

PC Cheats: The Ultimate Guide to Trainers and Cheat Engines

The PC is the undisputed king of cheating in Dead Island 2, offering powerful and easy-to-use software that can modify the game in real-time. These tools are for the single-player experience and are distinct from multiplayer “hacks.”

WeMod: The Best Choice for Most Players

For the vast majority of PC players, WeMod is the top recommendation. It’s an all-in-one application that provides a clean, user-friendly interface to activate cheats with a single click. It’s renowned for its simplicity and reliability.

How to Use WeMod:

1. Download & Install: Go to the official WeMod website and install the application on your PC.
2. Find Your Game: Launch WeMod. It will automatically scan your system and detect your installed copy of Dead Island 2, whether it’s from Steam, Epic Games Store, or the Xbox PC app.
3. Launch & Play: Select Dead Island 2 in WeMod and click the “Play” button. This will launch the game with WeMod’s code injected.
4. Toggle Cheats: Once in-game, use the WeMod overlay or your assigned hotkeys (e.g., Numpad 1) to turn cheats on and off instantly.

WeMod offers over 26 cheats for Dead Island 2, including:

• Player Cheats: God Mode, Unlimited Health, Unlimited Stamina, Stealth Mode, Unlimited Fury
• Inventory & Items: Edit Money, Unlimited Consumables, No Crafting Requirements
• Weapons & Combat: Unlimited Weapon Durability, Unlimited Ammo, No Reload, One-Hit Kills, Damage Multiplier
• Progression: Unlimited XP, EXP Multiplier

Note: If you encounter issues, the most common fix is to add WeMod’s installation folder to your antivirus software’s exception list, as its memory-modifying behavior can sometimes trigger false positives.

Standalone Trainers (FLiNG)

An alternative to platforms like WeMod is a standalone trainer. These are single executable files, often created by modders like FLiNG, designed specifically for one game. In many cases, these are the same trainers that are later bundled into the WeMod library.

The main advantage is portability. For players on a Steam Deck, community members report that standalone FLiNG trainers often work more reliably than the WeMod app, which isn’t officially supported on Linux. The setup requires a bit more technical know-how, often involving tools like Steam Tinker Launcher, but it’s a solid option for handheld PC slayers

Cheat Engine: For the Advanced User

For those who want ultimate control and don’t mind getting their hands dirty, there’s Cheat Engine. This is not a simple-to-use product but a powerful memory scanning toolset. It allows you to manually find game values like health or ammo in your PC’s RAM and change them yourself.

Alternatively, you can download community-created “Cheat Tables” (.CT files) that pre-load Cheat Engine with all the necessary addresses and scripts for Dead Island 2. This method is confirmed to work because the game lacks an aggressive anti-cheat system. It has a steep learning curve but offers unmatched customization.

Console Cheats: A Realistic Guide for PS5 & Xbox

Cheating on consoles is much more difficult than on PC due to their closed operating systems. You can’t just run an external program. However, dedicated players have found ways through technical processes and in-game exploits.

PlayStation (PS5/PS4): The Path of Save Editing

For PlayStation users, the only effective cheat method is save editing. This involves transferring your save file to a PC, modifying it with software, and transferring it back.

The process for PS5 is particularly complex and relies on a community-developed workaround using the PS4 version of the game:

1. Play the PS4 version of Dead Island 2 on your PS5.
2. Transfer the PS4 save file from your console to a PC using a USB drive.
3. Use a community tool (often a Discord bot) to decrypt the PS4 save file.
4. Modify the decrypted save using a PC-based save editor, such as the Dead Island 2 Save Editor (CLI) by SteffenL. This tool can change item rarity to legendary or add specific weapons to your inventory.
5. Re-encrypt the save file using the same community tool.
6. Transfer the modified save back to your PS5, overwriting the old one.

This process is highly technical and requires a PC, but it’s the only known way to apply powerful cheats on a PlayStation console.

Xbox (Series X|S/One): Glitches Are Your Best Friend

For Xbox players, direct save editing isn’t a feasible option. Therefore, the best “cheats” are in-game glitches that work on all platforms. The most powerful of these is the weapon duplication glitch.

Co-op Duplication Glitch (Xbox, PS, PC):

1. Join a co-op game hosted by a friend. You cannot be the host.
2. Once in their world, open your inventory and drop every weapon you want to copy onto the ground.
3. Immediately press the Xbox button to open the guide, highlight Dead Island 2, and select “Quit.” This must be done fast, before the game autosaves.
4. Relaunch the game and have your friend invite you back.
5. When you rejoin, you’ll find perfect copies of your dropped items on the ground, and the originals will also be back in your inventory.

This exploit is the key to getting infinite money on consoles.

In-Game Exploits & Glitches (All Platforms)

If you’d rather not use external software, you can still gain a massive advantage by mastering the game’s own mechanics. These exploits are safe and work on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.

The Ultimate Weapon Duplication Guide

Duplicating weapons is the most popular exploit, letting you build an arsenal and generate unlimited cash.

• Co-op Method (Best for Money): As described in the Xbox section above, this is the fastest way to duplicate your entire inventory. Use this to create dozens of copies of your most valuable weapons, then sell them to any vendor. If your inventory fills up, the extra items go to the “Unclaimed Property” tab in your storage locker, so nothing is lost.
• Solo Method (Fury-Based): This is useful for making a quick copy of a single weapon.
  1. Drop the good weapon you want to duplicate.
  2. Equip a junk weapon you don’t mind losing.
  3. Stand over the good weapon on the ground.
  4. Activate your Fury Mode.
  5. While in Fury, immediately press and hold the button to swap/pick up the weapon. If timed correctly, you’ll create a duplicate.

Infinite XP Farming Exploit (Caustic-X Farm)

Leveling can be slow, but a specific quest offers an infinite XP farm.

1. Go to the Halperin Hotel during the “Justifiable Zombicide” side quest.
2. During the “Kill ’em all” objective at the Caustic-X vats, you’ll find a large pool of acid.
3. Use a Meat Bait curveball to lure the spawning zombies into the acid pool. They will dissolve quickly, granting you XP.
4. Do not kill the two hazmat suit zombies. They are immune to the acid and are required to keep the quest objective from completing.
5. Leave the immediate area (e.g., walk back up the stairs). This will cause all the initial zombies to respawn.
6. Return and repeat. You can throw bait into the pool for massive XP gains indefinitely.

Is It Safe? A Guide to Bans and Malware

Two major concerns always come with cheating: “Is this download safe?” and “Will I get banned?” Here’s the transparent truth.

Can You Get Banned? No.

The reason you won’t get banned for using trainers in single-player is due to the type of protection the game uses.

• Denuvo Anti-Tamper: Dead Island 2 uses Denuvo. This is an anti-piracy technology that encrypts the game’s files to prevent illegal cracking and distribution. It is not an anti-cheat system that monitors player behavior.
• No Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat: Crucially, the game does not use an invasive system like Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) or BattlEye for its single-player or co-op modes. These are the systems that detect cheating and issue bans.

Because Dead Island 2 lacks a banning anti-cheat, programs like WeMod and Cheat Engine can function without risk.

Co-op Caveat: While safe in solo play, using trainers in co-op is discouraged. WeMod explicitly states their tool is for single-player only. It’s best to disable all cheats before joining another player’s game.

The Real Risk: Malware

The biggest danger is not a ban but malware. Downloading “.exe” files from shady websites or YouTube comments is a primary way hackers distribute info-stealing viruses.

How to Stay Safe:

• Source Is Everything: Only download tools from highly reputable sources with large communities, like the official WeMod site or from trusted creators like FLiNG.
• Antivirus Pop-ups: Legitimate trainers often trigger antivirus warnings because they behave like trojans (injecting code into other programs). If you trust your source, you may need to add the trainer to your antivirus exception list.
• Recognize Scams: Any tool promising cheats for online-only competitive games or generating premium currency is almost certainly a scam designed to install malware.

Beyond Cheats: Pro Tips to Dominate Hell-A

You can gain a massive advantage without any exploits by simply mastering the game’s systems. These “soft cheats” are all about expert knowledge.

• Save Your Fuses: Fuse boxes contain weapons that scale to your current level. Don’t open them early. Save your Fuses until you are Level 25-30. Opening them then will reward you with high-tier rare or superior weapons.
• Dismantle then Sell: Early on, dismantle junk weapons for crafting parts. However, parts cap at 99. Once you hit the cap, start selling all junk weapons to vendors for a steady cash flow.
• Heal Smart: Medkits are your best healing item because they also cure status effects (fire, caustic, etc.). If you are not on fire or dissolving, heal with less valuable food and energy drinks to save your medkits for real emergencies.
• Farm Challenges: Your in-game journal has challenges (e.g., “Kill 100 zombies with headshots”). Completing these often rewards you with small, permanent passive stat boosts to health, stamina, and damage. This is one of the best ways to power up your character for good.
• Know How Keys Spawn: Locked boxes are opened by keys dropped by specific, named Apex zombies found nearby. If you see a lockbox, scout the immediate area for a unique named zombie. If there isn’t one, the key is likely tied to a quest you haven’t started yet.

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