DMZ Backpacks: Eveything You Need To Know

Backpacks play a crucial role in DMZ by providing extra carrying capacity and benefits. There are 5 different backpacks to obtain, each with its own stats and uses.

DMZ Backpacks - Small Backpack

The basic starter pack with +2 capacity. Found on initial spawns into raids. Provides a minimal boost until better options are unlocked.

DMZ Backpacks - Medium Backpack

Dropped randomly with +5 capacity. A solid early-game choice for balanced storage and mobility. Contains a third weapon slot.

DMZ Backpacks - Large Backpack

Provides +8 capacity and also a third weapon slot. Better for both supply runs and combat. Located in special loot stashes.

DMZ Backpacks - Secure Backpack

Items persist on death, securing progress. Crafted via barter or rare drops. This backpack is game-changing for objectives by negating loss on failure. The Secure backpack barter can be unlocked by killing the Scavenger 9 times.

Secure Backpack Barter

Al Mahzrah Barter

1. 2 Electric Drills
2. 2 Gas Cans
3. 1 Gold Skull

Vondel Barter

1. 2 Electric Drills
2. 2 Gas Cans
3. 1 Gold Skull

Ashika Island Barter

1. 2 Electric Drills
2. 2 Gas Cans
3. 1 Gold Skull

Building 21 Barter

1. 2 Electric Drills
2. 2 Gas Cans
3. 1 Gold Skull

Koshei Complex Barter

1. 2 Beta boards
2. 1 Gold bar

DMZ Backpacks - Scavenger Backpack

Sacrifices third weapon for max item slots. Perfect for missions requiring lots of pickups. The Scavenger backpack is dropped by the Scavenger Boss. You can unlock the scavenger backpack barter by killing the Scavenger.

Scavenger Backpack Barter

Al Mazrah Barter

1 Battery

1 Canned foods

2 Gun Cleaning Oil

Vondel Barter

1 Battery

1 Canned Foods

2 Gun Cleaning Oil

Ashika Island Barter

1 Battery

1 Canned Foods

2 Gun Cleaning Oil

Building 21 Barter

1 Battery

1 Canned Foods

2 Gun Cleaning Oil

Koshei Complex Barter

2 Server Tape - Black

2 Canned Foods

DMZ Backpack Stats - Secure Versus Scavenger

Secure Backpacks ensure mission items aren't lost on death. Scavenger swaps firepower for greater carrying capacity. Both promote long-term progress.

Master the different DMZ Backpack types to maximize your loadout's functionality based on playstyle and situation. Proper use amplifies your potential in DMZ’s open world.