What Level Should I Start Warlords of New York?
Answer: Any level!
However, the Warlords of New York expansion can only be accessed after reaching Level 30 in the base game of Tom Clancy’s The Division 2. From there, you can dive into the exciting new world of New York City.
Understanding Warlords of New York’s Level Structure
The game’s leveling system in the Division 2 is designed in a way that it evolves as you progress. Your Item Level will be replaced by your Gear Score as you advance to World Tier 1 at Level 30, and then finally, Gear Score will give way to SHD Levels at Level 40. This makes it important to understand your current level and what kind of progression awaits you as you dive into the new expansion.
Key Highlights of Warlords of New York’s Campaign
Main Missions: 5 new main missions introduce you to new characters, storylines, and plot twists, challenging you to take down Lieutenant leaders of the eight Black Tusk factions.
SHD Level Progression: Complete the campaign to unlock the Keener Watch, giving you access to infinite SHD Level progression, effectively replacing your Gear Score, allowing you to upgrade your character’s attributes, resource rewards, and gain cosmetic unlocks.
No Need to Worry about Gear Scores or Item Levels
Starting Warlords of New York at Level 30 gives you access to the main campaign and, subsequently, the SHD Level system. Once you start the campaign, your character’s SHD Level progression will begin. At Level 40, the Gear Score and Item Levels will become secondary, no longer being necessary for progressing through the content.
Why Wait until Level 30?
Starting at Level 40 would, in fact, be like skipping over part of the game. Without completing the main storylines and other content in the base game, you may miss vital story points and character connections. The levels leading up to Level 30 contain crucial world storylines and character arcs. Jumping straight into the expansion could lead to disappointment and disconnected plot experiences.
Breaking Down the Path to Level 30 and Beyond
| Here’s an overview of how leveling progression breaks down: | Level Range | Campaign Progress | Important Milestones |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 – 10 | Completing the Outskirts missions, introducing main characters | Reaching Washington D.C.’s city center, interacting with leaders | |
| Level 10 – 30 | Storyline missions to take down the first Wave of Chaos | Defending the capital, taking over key bases | |
| Level 30 | Warlords of New York expansion and SHD Level progression open up | Access to World Tier 1 and start of gear score system |
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