The Order 12 boss in Death Stranding 2 is going to challenge every bit of combat knowledge and skill you’ve picked up so far.

This mysterious mech is a serious threat in Death Stranding 2, but with a fairly spacious battlefield and some advance notice before the fight begins, it's definitely beatable. Especially if you know what parts to target and how best to prepare for the encounter.

With that in mind, here's how to defeat the Order 12 boss in Death Stranding 2.

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How to prepare for the Order 12 boss in Death Stranding 2

Once you accept Order 12, we strongly suggest taking some time to get ready before heading toward your destination. Here’s how to properly prepare for the Order 12 boss:

• Unload any unnecessary cargo - At the Magellan base, place any unwanted items into your private locker. This way they’ll be safe and retrievable later. The lighter Sam is, the better.
• Secure your load - If Sam has a large amount of cargo on his back, use a strand to secure it before facing off against the mech. This prevents items from falling off during the fight.
• Gather anti-mech weaponry - Check your inventory for weapons effective against mechs and stock up. The Shotgun [MP] Lv1 works especially well here.
• Avoid using Blood Grenades - Drop these if you have them, as they do minimal damage to the mech and are more useful for eliminating BTs.
• Carry several Blood Bags - Having a few of these is wise, though don’t overpack since more will appear during the battle.
• Keep some Cryptobites handy - While not as potent as Blood Bags, having a couple in your inventory can help in a pinch.
• Make sure your canteen is full - Should your stamina run low, this will allow you to quickly recharge.
• Pay attention to Dollman - Though this tip applies once the fight starts, listen closely to Dollman during the battle. He’ll alert you when your health is critically low and remind you to use Blood Bags, or warn you if your chosen weapon isn't working effectively against the mech.

Once you feel fully prepared, begin Order 12 and face off against this formidable opponent…

How to beat Order 12 boss in Death Stranding 2

To defeat the Order 12 mysterious mech boss in Death Stranding 2, you must gradually deplete its health bar by attacking the orange-colored weak points on its body and targeting its eye. These areas are vulnerable, and repeatedly striking them will wear down the mech until it finally falls.

However, while that may sound simple enough, the mech will do everything in its power to make Sam’s life difficult. Fortunately, since Sam can repatriate, death isn’t an issue—he'll respawn nearly where he left off. Still, taking less damage will result in a higher rating upon completing the order.

Also, stay aware of the environment around you and keep an eye out for useful items appearing in the tar near the battlefield. Items like weapons and Blood Bags will occasionally spawn, so grab them when possible—better to have too much than not enough (as long as you're not overburdening Sam).

One attack to be cautious of is when the mech raises both arms and swings them low toward you. This move sends a wave of tar flying and knocks Sam over, dealing significant damage. Watch the mech closely and try to escape danger zones quickly, keeping in mind that moving through tar slows Sam down—use floating debris to move faster when available.

Another thing to watch for is when the mech lifts and extends its arms outward. It will then slam the ground at your current location. If you react quickly enough when you see this animation, you should be able to dodge out of harm’s way.

There’s also one maneuver you can exploit to your advantage: the mech twists all its limbs and launches them forward along the ground. After this move, the mech will briefly remain grounded, giving you a chance to strike either its orange weak points or its eye, depending on your position.

Being behind the mech doesn’t mean safety, though there are weak spots located there. However, if you notice the mech stop moving and lift the rear section of its body, immediately get away because it will slam down hard and crush anything beneath it. That said, after this attack, a weak point will briefly appear on its back for a few seconds.

Another key move to watch for is when the mech lowers itself close to the ground and stretches several limbs slightly forward. It then begins to spin slowly in a circular motion. This gives you a good opportunity to hit some of its weak points, but be careful not to stay too close or you’ll be caught in the sweep.

Be mindful of airborne debris too—the mech can send large pieces flying by slamming its arms into the ground. If something appears to be headed your way, move from your current spot as fast as possible.

All you need to do is evade these attacks, heal Sam when injured, and continue focusing fire on the orange weak spots to take the mech apart piece by piece. Keep doing this, and eventually, you’ll defeat the Order 12 boss.

If you find yourself unable to win or simply fed up with the fight and want to end it early, you can always choose the 'Pretend You've Won' option from the repatriation menu after Sam gets completely knocked out.

That’s all! For more Death Stranding 2 content, check out our guides on how to fast travel or how to prevent Timefall.

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