All Game Items

Watch Dogs 2: All Game Items Guide

This guide covers every major item in Watch Dogs 2, including weapons, clothing, consumables, crafting materials, currencies, collectibles, and key equipment. Each entry explains what the item does, how to obtain it, when it is useful, and any important synergies or upgrades.

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1. Weapons

Weapons in Watch Dogs 2 are divided into lethal and non-lethal categories. You can carry one lethal firearm, one non-lethal weapon, and one throwable at a time. Most weapons are purchased from the 3D Printer in your hideout using in-game money, but some are unlocked via story progression or DLC.

1.1 Lethal Weapons

Lethal weapons attract police attention and escalate combat. Use them only when absolutely necessary.

Upgrades: All lethal weapons can be fitted with silencers (unlocked via skill “Silencer”) and extended magazines (skill “Extended Mag”). Some also accept scopes (skill “Weapon Sight”).

1.2 Non-Lethal Weapons

Non-lethal weapons are preferred for stealth play. They do not increase police notoriety when used discreetly.

Upgrades for Non-Lethal: The Stun Gun can be upgraded with “Stun Gun Upgrade” skill (increases range and recharge speed). The Pneumatic Rifle benefits from “Extended Magazine” skill and “Silencer” (already silent). Melee upgrades include “Heavy Melee” and “Combat Takedown.”

1.3 Throwables & Explosives

Throwables are utility items used for crowd control, distraction, or area denial.

Combos:

• Flashbang + Stun Gun: Stun multiple, then taser the last.


• EMP + Pneumatic Rifle: Disable electronics, then stealth tranq.


• Lure + Proximity IED: Lure enemies into a trap.

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2. Clothing & Outfits

Clothing in Watch Dogs 2 is purely cosmetic except for a few outfits that provide gameplay bonuses. Note: There is no armor system; damage is absorbed by health (restorable via medkits).

Outfits with Bonuses

Other clothing items (shirts, pants, shoes, hats) are purely cosmetic and can be purchased at in-game clothing stores or unlocked via side activities (e.g., completing Driver SF).

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3. Consumables

Consumables are single-use items that restore health or provide temporary buffs.

Crafting Components: See Materials section below.

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4. Crafting Materials

Materials are used to craft consumables and certain gadgets. They are found in containers, dropped by enemies, or purchased from stores.

Tips:

• Always loot containers after clearing an area.


• Use the Quadcopter’s scanner to highlight lootable objects.


• Purchase crafting resources from the DedSec shop (unlocked via skill “Crafting Expansion”).

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5. Currencies

Watch Dogs 2 uses two main currencies: Money and Research Points. A third, DedSec Credits, is used only for online modes.

Note: There is no premium currency needed for progression; all single-player content is accessible with money and Research Points earned in-game.

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6. Key Equipment (Gadgets & Tools)

These are permanent tools that Marcus uses throughout the game. Most are unlocked via story progression and upgraded with Research Points.

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7. Collectibles

Collectibles provide permanent rewards: Research Points, money, clothing, or lore.

7.1 Research Points (RPG)

There are 500+ Research Points scattered across the world. Each one is a small glowing object (looks like a circuit board). Collect 10 to earn 1 Research Point (the skill currency).

• Total: 50 Research Points (each from 10 collectibles) = 500 collectibles.


• How to find: Use the ScoutX app on your phone; it highlights nearby collectibles on the map after you hack a ctOS box in that district. Prioritize ScoutX to reveal all.


• Best farming: Use Quadcopter with scanner upgrade to locate them quickly.




7.2 Data Dumps (Audio Logs)



These are audio recordings providing backstory. Located at specific story-related areas.


• Total: 35 Data Dumps.


• Reward: Lore and achievements/trophies.


• How to obtain: Often inside restricted buildings; hack terminals or complete puzzles.

7.3 Hidden Outfits

Several unique outfits are unlocked by completing specific challenges or finding secret locations.

7.4 Vehicles (Paint Jobs & Upgrades)

Collectible paint jobs for vehicles are unlocked via the Driver SF app missions and by discovering hidden garages.

• Reward: Unlock unique vehicle skins and sometimes vehicle upgrade parts.


• How to find: Look for garages with a spray can icon on the map.




7.5 Money Stashes



Large sums of money hidden in the world. You can find cash bundles (e.g., $5,000) inside safes or dropped by enemies.


• How to obtain: Use Nethack to open safes (found in security rooms, houses). Some safes require a code (found in emails or nearby documents). Rob armored vans (chase and hack them) for $10,000 each.


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8. Important Synergies & Upgrades




• Silencer + Stun Gun: Use non-lethal on cameras without alerting enemies.


• Quadcopter with EMP: Disable patrolling drones and cameras silently.


• Pneumatic Rifle + Focus: Take out multiple enemies in slow motion before they react.


• Medkit + Focus Syringe: Recover health and then activate Focus for a counterattack.


• Lure + Proximity IED: Create deadly traps for patrols.


• Vehicle Upgrades (via skill “Car Pwn”): Hacking other players’ cars in multiplayer; not essential for single-player.

Progression tip: Early on, prioritize Research Points for the Focus skill and Stun Gun upgrade. Purchase the Pneumatic Rifle as soon as possible for long-range stealth. Always carry at least one Medkit and one Focus Syringe before missions.

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This guide covers all standard items in the base game. DLC items (e.g., Ghost Mode, additional weapons) are noted separately. For the most comprehensive experience, explore every district and use ScoutX to find all collectibles.