Death Stranding 2 continues to captivate players with its unique cinematic qualities, further amplified by the creative genius of Hideo Kojima. The game is brimming with pop-culture references and Easter eggs that reflect Kojima’s eclectic interests, creating a rich narrative tapestry that players can delve into.
One standout addition to the game is the charming Usada Pekora, a notable VTuber who first caught Kojima’s eye during her playthrough of the original Death Stranding. Today, we’ll explore how you can discover and unlock Usada Pekora in the sequel, allowing you to assist her and earn a distinctive accessory for Sam along the way.
Unlocking the Pizza Chef
Fortunately, players will encounter Usada Pekora as part of the main storyline in Death Stranding 2. Your journey to meet her begins by unlocking the Pizza Chef, which can be achieved through Main Order No.024, shortly after you connect with Heartman in his lab.
To successfully complete this order, you’ll need to deliver Beach Yeast as a Chilled order. This means you’ll have to keep the yeast at the right temperature by delivering it during nighttime or in rainy weather; direct sunlight will spoil its contents.
The Pizza Chef isn’t far from your starting point, but you may face challenges from a nearby armed survivalist base. You can choose to navigate around them or, if you prefer a direct approach, eliminate the threat before making your delivery.
After successfully connecting the Pizza Chef to the Chiral Network, you will be one step closer to meeting Usada Pekora with the next order she’ll provide.
Delivering Pizza to the Data Scientist
Your next mission involves delivering a hot pizza to the Data Scientist. I’ll avoid spoilers about the identity of this scientist until later.This order challenges you to complete the delivery in under 10 minutes, because no one wants to eat a cold pizza!
If you remember the pizza delivery mechanics from the first game, you’ll need to carry the pizza horizontally on your back again to prevent damage. The most efficient way to manage this is by crafting a floating carrier for heavier deliveries, though it is possible to carry it simply by following the right placement strategy.
As long as you have an XL cargo or a combination of large and medium cargo, you can position it correctly on your back. To expedite this time-sensitive task, I recommend using a tri-cruiser vehicle. Be sure to optimize your cargo weight during preparations to ensure it fits well during transport.
The Data Scientist’s bunker lies within a rocky terrain; exercise caution as gate quakes can occur, potentially causing falling debris. Moreover, chiral tarantulas may be lurking on the canyon walls, but with a tri-cruiser, you should be able to speed past them without issue.
On your way, watch for Mole Mines near the Data Scientist’s facility; scanning their locations will help you avoid these traps. Once you arrive safely, deliver the pizza and onboard the Data Scientist to the Chiral Network.
Surprise! The Data Scientist is none other than Usada Pekora, who will discuss her research projects and commend you for navigating her traps.
Rewards
Like other prepper facilities throughout the game, Usada Pekora offers a range of rewards as you progress through connection levels.If you want to obtain the cute Nousagi hat for Sam, here’s a breakdown of the rewards you can expect at each level.
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