Creating a new character isn't the only available option, as Dead Island Riptide offers also a possibility of import the one from the previous part of series. An advantage of this solution is a fact, that you transmit your level and unlocked skills - so you should more easily reach a new level cap which is set at 70.
Dodging and Blocking are Defensive Skills in Dead Island 2, which can be equipped as Skill Cards as part of your Skill Deck.If you're wondering how to get your hands on these cards and equip themThere are dozens of skill cards to unlock in Dead Island 2, but they are not all equally beneficial. Here are the best skills in Dead Island 2. By Mark Delaney on April 21, 2023 at 11:59AM PDT This skill gives you a decreased stamina cost when using sharp weapons. This skill gives you an increased chance of causing bleeding on critical hits with sharp weapons. Perform powerful, wide attack while sprinting. Rank 1 = +20% damage. Rank 2 = +40% damage. Rank 3 = +60% damage. Rank 1 = -10% stamina. Rank 2 = -20% stamina.
Dead Island is all about combat - there's no need to avoid enemies and sneak - especially with a character like Xian, who has so many combat upgrades. Also, this skill seems completely useless in coop mode, where you always can step back and use a medkit, leaving enemies for your partners for a while. Or, you can simply run away.