The Last of Us Part II: How to Get the Bow and Recommended Upgrades

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This in-depth guide provides information on how to get the Bow in The Last of Us Part II. It includes the recommended ways to upgrade the weapon efficiently.

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How to Get the Bow

At Hillcrest on Seattle Day 2

Infected Holding a Bow in The Last of Us Part II

While exploring Hillcrest on Day 2 in Seattle, you'll encounter an infected enemy armed with a bow. Once defeated, examine its corpse by pressing and holding the △ button to get the bow.

Aiming with the Bow in The Last of Us Part II

The bow is ideal for stealth gameplay since it produces minimal sound when fired. Stand still to aim before shooting when using the bow. The effectiveness of attacks decreases when moving.

Prioritize headshots when using the bow since you can have the chance to recover the arrow. This allows you to defeat enemies without consuming additional ammunition.

Reduce hand tremors by upgrading the weapon's stability. Prioritize upgrading this skill to make enemy takedowns easier. Additionally, you can use the Hold Breath skill by pressing the L3 button to further increase precision when using the Bow.

Required Parts for Bow Upgrades

Number of Parts Effect
Draw Speed 50 +50% Nocking Speed +70% Draw speed
Stability 60 +60% Stability
Distance 80 -
Total Number of Parts 190 -