Throughout the adventure in infected Los Angeles, Slayers will certainly see a few curious sights inDead Island 2. It is not just the abandoned houses or flaming wreckage, the undead population is always worth a look as well, that is, if they are not trying to rip flesh. There are also ones that are obviously a tier above the standard Walkers, and one of these Apex zombies is the Crushers.

Musclebound meatheads that are more about brawn than brain, the Crushers are a literal force to be reckoned with and should not be taken lightly. That said, they are not unbeatable, and this guide will have everything Slayers need onhow to defeat CrushersinDead Island 2.

What are Crushers in Dead Island 2

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As mentioned, the Crusher isone of the few Apex zombiesthat can be a handful to handle inDead Island 2. While theirincreased health and sturdiness are already troublesome, they also possess some other attacks that can catch those unprepared out. Combined with other zombies in the area, and it could make for a tough fight even with the best weapons.

With their tanky nature, Crushers are threats that need to be tackled head-on. Here are the important tips to note when facing a Crusher or several of them at one go:

How to Defeat Crushers in Dead Island 2

The shockwave from its Overhead Smash will also affect other zombies in the area, so always be on the move to avoid getting swarmed. Make full use of Curveballs to even the odds further. Deeper into the game, more variants will appear like the Inferno Crusher, so bring the right weapon to the fight to stand a better chance of success.

Dead Island 2will launch on April 21 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.