Wow, just WOW! 🤯 After 80+ hours traversing Death Stranding 2's colossal Australia map, I'm still blown away by its scale. Imagine the entire first game's locations packed into ONE continent - that's what Kojima Productions delivered! 🌏 Starting in Mexico felt like a cozy warm-up before getting thrown into this massive playground with 36 preppers and facilities. Let me share my hard-earned discoveries across this breathtaking yet treacherous landscape.

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Southwestern Australia became my training ground - remember that adrenaline rush crossing the Plate Gate? 💥 Here's what awaits:

  • Government Base – Old Oz (unmissable story hub)

  • The Lone Commander 💂‍♂️ - Complete both Sub-Order 100 AND 101 for that game-changing weapon reward! Pro tip: His eastern location hides anti-BT gear that saved me countless times.

  • Western Environmental Observatory 🔭 - Oh boy, that first brigand ambush during Order 10? Nearly dropped my controller!

  • The Musician – Gen Hoshino 🎵 - Such a serene spot east of the crater... until timefall hits!

  • West Fort Knot 🏰 - Olivia Westbury gifts the PINO Sunglasses 😎 and Pick-Up Off-Roader after Order 13. Worth every slippery rock climb!

Northwest Australia splits into two epic sections. That canyon northeast of West Fort Knot? Pure visual poetry! ✨ Key highlights:

Facility Must-Have Reward Personal Tip
Rainbow Valley Rainbow Lorikeet Hologram Build ziplines along the river!
Animal Shelter Paw Print Decals Watch for rocky terrain near flatlands
The Architect Construction Speed Boost ⚡ 3-star him ASAP - total game-changer!
Heartman's Lab Thermal Pads Hunt hot springs for quick leveling

Rainy's Shelter broke my heart 💔 - no spoilers but bring tissues! And that Dowser quest? Took three tries to rescue his buddy from MULEs. Exhausting but oh-so-rewarding!

Central Mountains tested my patience and climbing skills! 🧗‍♂️ Why did Kojima make tar lakes SO slippery?! Don't miss:

  • The Pizza Chef 🍕 - Hilarious interactions! Found his missing MIsanga in an enemy camp (stealth mode activated!)

  • The Ghost Hunter 👻 - ESSENTIAL for late-game! His side-quests explain Terminal Knot City's mysteries

  • Lord of the Tar Lake boss 🐙 - Fisherman's quest reward? EPIC!

  • The Adventurer 🗺️ - Most frustrating prepper! His constant disappearing acts made me yell at my screen 😤

Post-game secrets had me screaming:

  • BPAS ❄️ - Lost cargo near floating ice (bring thermal gear!)

  • Mr. Impossible 🏆 - Near-torturous deliveries but SO satisfying to complete!

That final approach to Terminal Knot City? Chills! James Ender's storyline wraps everything beautifully. But here's my real talk: Without Ghost Hunter's quests, the ending hits differently. Trust me - do the side content!

After months exploring, Australia still surprises me. Every hologram decal, every terrain-specific vehicle mod, every heartwarming prepper story... it all matters. ✨ So fellow Porters, ready to make those connections? Drop your Strand contracts below and let's rebuild together! 👇 What location are YOU most excited to explore? #DeathStranding2 #KojimaMagic #AustraliaMapGuide