Death Stranding 2’s Secret Final Boss: Mountain Climbing

Death Stranding 2 features a diverse cast of memorable characters, many of whom players will quickly grow to like. However, even with these likable personalities, there are a few that may prove irritating or intimidating. Among these particular characters, the menacing Higgs or the chatty doll companion, who constantly complains about the noise of sniper rifles, may be on the most hated list for most players. Despite their abrasive qualities, neither of these characters compares to the game’s most formidable antagonist—The Adventurer. That said, who is this character, and why do players despise him so much?

Rescue Missions: Fun New Word for Tedious Chores

This enigmatic figure first crosses paths with the player during an assigned mission that the player must complete. Specifically, this initial encounter happens indirectly when The Dowser tells the player to retrieve The Adventurer from an enemy outpost. After successfully rescuing him, players transport his unconscious form back to safety. Once done, the mysterious wanderer abruptly departs without explanation or even a thank you.

Instead, he reappears at his secluded mountain hideout, though players can access the location much later in the story. While other antagonists in Death Stranding 2 are villainous, The Adventurer proves to be far more unpredictable and dangerous than any foe Sam has faced before due to his unsettling independence. Players may not fully understand his motives, but they can figure it out during their interactions with him as his actions suggest a deeper, more personal vendetta—one that could unravel everything.

Injured or Just Lazy? Gamers Demand Answers

At this point, players truly grasp why Death Stranding 2’s community despises The Adventurer. While other preppers reward Sam with stars for standard deliveries, this character locks his progression behind a series of tedious rescue missions. Each time, players return to their base, expecting to earn a well-deserved star. Instead, they receive another distress call, forcing them to haul his supposedly helpless body back from yet another disastrous situation.

Whether atop a freezing peak or deep within BT-infested ruin, the character always ends up stranded in the most inconvenient places. As a result, players won’t find much enjoyment in transporting an unconscious man across treacherous terrain. To make matters worse, their ordeal will be even more grueling due to The Adventurer’s mountainous hideout. That said, whether he’s actually injured is heavily debated among fans, who some believe fakes his condition just to avoid walking home.

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The community’s endless frustration, driven by this theory, has led to countless posts on the Death Stranding subreddit passionately venting their hatred for the character. While some joke about abandoning him in a tar pit, others beg for an update that lets them refuse his missions entirely. Ultimately, the character has cemented his status as the game’s most despised figure due to his constant demands and questionable motives. For many players, one thing is for sure: The Adventurer is by far more irritating than Higgs or the talkative doll could ever be.