Greetings zombie slayers! As an avid Dead Island 2 gamer and content creator, I‘m here with an in-depth guide to unlocking one of the most rewarding secrets in Los Perdidos – the Nikki‘s Prize key and safe.
This valuable loot cache is tucked away behind a challenging zombie boss fight in Beverly Hills. From the exact location to battle strategies, I‘ll be covering everything you need to know with the perspective of a seasoned Dead Island veteran.
Let‘s jump right in!
Overview of Nikki‘s Prize Safe
Hidden safes containing useful loot and cash prizes can be found across the zombie-ravaged regions of Dead Island 2‘s open world map.
The keys to unlock these safes are held by specific zombie types that spawn after reaching certain points in the main story. Defeating these zombies allows you to loot their key and unlock the corresponding safe.
One of the most rewarding safes is Nikki‘s Prize located in northwest Beverly Hills. Here‘s a quick rundown of Nikki‘s Prize safe:
- Located in Nikki‘s House, Beverly Hills
- Unlocked with Nikki‘s Prize Key from Target Practice Zombie
- Yields $1095 cash along with rare weapon mods
- Found behind closet door on first floor
- Only available midway through main story (details below)
With valuable weapon mods and a hefty stack of cash up for grabs, Nikki‘s safe is well worth pursuing.
But first, let‘s go over how to get Nikki‘s Prize key and meet the requirements.
Meeting the Requirements for Nikki‘s Prize Key
Like all unique safe keys in Dead Island 2, Nikki‘s Prize key only spawns after reaching a certain point in the main story and side missions.
Specifically, the Target Practice zombie carrying Nikki‘s key will appear after completing the 20th main story mission where you defeat the 4th Clown Boss.
So if you‘re still early on in the campaign, you‘ll need to progress further before attempting this. I‘d recommend only going after Nikki‘s Prize when you‘re at least player level 18-20 and have upgraded weapons and mods equipped.
Completing side missions like clearing outposts also helps you gear up with cash and loot prior to the Target Practice fight. This zombie boss has high HP and deadly up close attacks, so come prepared!
Once you finish off the 4th Clown Boss though, the Target Practice zombie will reliably spawn in northwest Beverly Hills. Time to hunt!
Locating the Target Practice Zombie
After meeting all the requirements, a special waypoint appears on your map called the Burster Hot Spot located in Beverly Hills (usually to the northwest).
From this hot spot, head west and keep an eye out for the Target Practice zombie among the hordes roaming the streets.
As a muscular Butcher variant, the Target Practice zombie has a distinct purple glow and stands out from regular zombies. Utilize your enhanced vision (RB/R1) to highlight unique enemies and locate him more easily if you‘re having trouble spotting him normally.
Once you have visual contact, make sure to draw the Target Practice zombie away from other nearby zombies before engaging him head on. The last thing you want is to aggro a large group while fighting this miniboss!
Analyzing the Target Practice Zombie
Now that you‘ve isolated the Target Practice zombie, it‘s time analyze what you‘re up against and formulate a winning strategy.
As an Apex tier enemy, the Target Practice zombie is extremely durable with high health and devastating melee attacks. Here is a breakdown of his stats and behavior:
| Target Practice Zombie Stats | |
|---|---|
| Health Pool: 15,000-18,000 HP | Damage Type: Physical |
| Attack Rating: 650-800 | Attack Speed: Very Fast |
| Primary Attacks: Charging claw swipes, grapples | Weaknesses: Fire, ranged attacks |
| Resistances: Knockback, bleed | XP Yield: 4200 XP |
In addition to brute force melee strikes, the Target zombie has a lethal charge attack once you‘re in his crosshairs.
Your goal is to never let him get close enough to leverage these dangerous melee attacks. Maintain distance and chip away at his health bar using strategic ranged assaults as outlined below.
Step-By-Step Takedown
The most effective way to come out on top against the Target Practice zombie is through precise ranged tactics:
1. Equip Long Range Weapons Before Engaging
I recommend equipping a powerful shotgun, assault rifle or grenade launcher before initiating the fight. These weapons outrange the Target zombie‘s attacks, allowing you to strike from safety.
2. Use Enhanced Vision to Track Target
Tap RB/R1 enter enhanced vision and illuminate the Target Practice zombie with a tactical outline. This allows you to monitor his movements at all times.
3. Keep Your Distance!
Position yourself at long range right away – at least 30+ meters from Target Practice when attacking. This gives you space to evade deadly charges while peppering him with damage.
4. Use Cover to Break Line of Sight
If Target Practice makes a beeline toward you, break line of sight by positioning breakable cover structures between you and him. When he moves around cover, blast him!
5. Leverage Throwables
Throwables like molotovs, grenades, and static bomb shock mines are extremely effective against Target Practice. Lead your throws and detonate these explosives from a distance for big damage.
6. Save Your Ultimate
Build up your ultimate attack gauge as the fight progresses. Coordinate your special move either when your health is low for an invulnerability window or Target Practice is close to finishing range.
By mastering ranged combat tactics, you can defeat this formidable boss and claim your prize! Now let‘s look at the rewards.
Looting Nikki‘s Prize Safe
After finally landing the killing blow on the Target zombie, he relinquishes Nikki‘s Prize Key. Nikki‘s safe location is also added to your map for fast travel.
You can find the safe tucked away inside a closet on the first floor of Nikki‘s house, very close to the Burster Hot Spot waypoint.
Bash open the safe and uncover the following rewards:
- $1095 Cash
- Superior Ranged Liquidator Weapon Mod – Upgrades damage of all ranged weapons
- Toxic Liquidator Extinction Event Mod – chance to release deadly nerve gas with each shot.
With these powerful mods boosting your arsenal and a fresh stack of cash to spend, Nikki‘s Prize is well worth the challenging boss fight!
Hopefully this comprehensive guide gives you all the information needed to unlock Nikki‘s secret stash in Dead Island 2. Let me know if have any other questions in the comments section!
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