These items provide crucial tactical advantages in combat and evasion:
- Medkits: Essential for restoring health. Always carry several.
- Flares: Distract Volatiles and other infected at night, providing a window to escape.
- Firecrackers: Distract basic infected, drawing them away from your path.
- Molotovs: Excellent for crowd control, setting groups of infected on fire.
- Throwing Stars/Knives: Silent ranged attacks, good for picking off individual infected or human enemies.
- Grenades: High explosive damage, useful for clearing large groups or damaging armored foes.
- UV Flashlight: (Unlocks later) Repels Volatiles at night, a critical survival tool.
Crafting these items is vital. Always keep an eye out for the necessary components like alcohol, cloth, and chemicals. Knowing when and how to use each gadget can turn the tide of a difficult encounter.