- This article is about the Normal version in TLS:DZ. For other versions, see XM8 (TLS:UC). For the LMG variant in TLS:DZ, see XM8 Light Machine Gun or XM8-LMG Mk II. For an overview, see XM8 (overview).
The XM8 is a Premium assault rifle featured in The Last Stand: Dead Zone.
Background[]
See overview page.
How to obtain[]
- Level 26 Normal variants might be obtained by opening Beacon Security Boxes (no longer available).
- Level 25 Normal variants might be obtained by opening Re-Released and Re-Re-Rereleased HERC Tactical Response Supply Boxes.
- There is a very low chance of obtaining Normal variants of varying levels by opening supply boxes.
Recycling products[]
- Barrel x 1
- Firing Pin x 1
- Return Spring x 1
- Trigger System x 1
Tactics[]
With accuracy matching that of most long rifles, the XM8 will be quite effective in almost any survivor's hands. Its damage is rather low for its level, but its high rate of fire and large, quickly reloaded magazine will ensure that the damage piles up very quickly. Best given to a survivor specialized with assault rifles, as the damage bonus will help out quite a bit.
Recommended gear[]
- Ammunition Mods to improve its low damage, making it more efficient.
Pros[]
- Good Effective Range
- Accurate (highest of all assault rifles)
- Large Magazine
- Reloads Quickly (vs. other assault rifles)
- Fully Automatic
Cons[]
- Low Damage (vs. other equivalent level weapons)
- Only available through supply boxes