Getting started

New to Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 or returning after a break? Dive into our collection packed with tips and tricks to help you navigate your journey as an Agent in Washington, D.C. Whether you’re just starting or getting back into the fight, we’ve got you covered!

UI Customization: Explore the Gameplay, Controls, and UI settings to tailor your in-game experience. You'll be surprised at the number of options available to enhance how you play The Division 2.

No Pause Function: The game doesn’t have a pause feature, so always find cover before managing your inventory or stepping away for a break.

Menu Narration: If you have difficulty reading text, enable Menu Narration during setup for a more accessible experience.

Large Fonts: Turn on Large Fonts if you prefer larger text, have a big screen, or sit far from your display.

Subtitle Options: Customize your subtitles with options for scripted dialogue, combat barks, and full captions. Adjust size and enable speaker tags for clarity.

Focus Settings: Mute in-game sounds when the game isn’t in focus via the Settings menu to reduce distractions.

VOIP Privacy: Hide your public IP address and disable in-game VOIP in the Audio Settings for added security and control.

Voice Chat Volume: Adjust separate volume settings for Group and Proximity Chat, or disable your microphone entirely if playing solo.

Sprint Turn: Enable a 180-degree Sprint Turn in the Controls tab for a smoother escape during combat.

Control Customization: Modify controls to toggle or hold for actions like Sprint and Aim. Experiment to find what feels best for you.

Parkour Mode: Activate auto-look centering and automatic parkour mode in Auto Run settings to streamline movement.

Cornering in Cover: Enable button presses for easier movement around corners while in cover in the Controls menu.

HUD Tweaks: Adjust the position and size of HUD elements under UI Settings to match your preferences.

Measurement Units: Switch between metric (meters) and imperial (feet) measurements in the Gameplay settings.

Immersion Options: Tweak the level of immersion by disabling hints, damage numbers, cover indicators, or even the minimap in Gameplay Settings.

Quartermaster: Visit the Quartermaster at your Base of Operations to unlock Skills, Skill Mods, and Perks. Use your gathered supplies to upgrade your abilities.

Equip Your Skills: Don’t forget to equip unlocked Skills (like the Drone, Seeker Mine, or Shield) in the Skills section of your Inventory.

Settlements: Explore civilian settlements to discover missions, activities, and resources.

Upgrades: Complete Settlement missions to unlock additional missions, projects, and new recruits for your Base of Operations.

Caches: Leveling up rewards you with Field Proficiency Caches, which contain useful equipment to help you survive in D.C.


Here are some community-driven resources tailored for new and returning players.

The Division 2 Subreddit Wiki Here you'll find an up-to-date Changelog, Known-Issues, other Build Suggestions and much more.

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