7 Best Weapon Upgrades For Ellie In TLOU2

When you play as Ellie in , you'll want to pick weapon upgrades that not only improve your chances of survival but transform Ellie into the vengeful warrior of the apocalypse we all want to play as. Ellie has access to six different weapons over the course of the game. While the Silenced Submarine Gun can't be upgraded, the others can be improved to make Ellie as badass as possible.

Ellie has five upgradable weapons; thepistol, therifle, the shotgun, the revolver, and the bow. Each fits well in different play styles, from stealthy approaches with the silent bow to violent brawls with the shotgun. Each weapon has a special upgrade that not only makes it easier to wield but improves the power fantasy of Ellie's mission.

The bow is a go-to weapon for players who prefer a stealthy approach against large enemy numbers in. Most of the time, when you're using the bow, you'll be sniping enemies from afar. Sometimes, however, you may feel inclined to use your bow in a high-stress situation. Improving the bow's draw speed will turn Ellie into a sharp-shooting old school warrior woman.

The draw speed upgrade costs 50 Parts to obtain. The upgrade gives +70% Drawing Speed and +50% Nocking Speed, allowing Ellie to fire more arrows per minute. Not only will this extra speed make Ellie look super cool, it will allow her to take out more targets without switching to another weapon.

The bow shows up during Ellie's second day in Seattle, during the Hillcrest level. This level shows Ellie exploring the titular district. As you explore some of the homes in the area, you'll eventually find a Stalker wandering inside. If you manage to defeat this enemy, you'll get a crisp wooden bow. The great thing about the bow is that you can craft arrows for it and keep it with you for the majority of the game.

The scope upgrade for the rifle is another key upgrade for stealth-oriented players. By spending 80 Parts on this upgrade, Ellie can scan the battlefield and fire at enemies from relative