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Death Stranding 2 - Why is the Ammo Pouch Not Working

Ammo pouches or Spare Ammo Containers only work when you completely run out of ammo in Death Stranding 2 On the Beach (DS2). Learn why it seems the ammo pouch is not working at first and what Spare Ammo Containers actually do here!.

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Why is the Ammo Pouch Not Working?

Extra Magazines Only Reload When Completely Out of Ammo

The extra magazine from the ammo pouch only loads into your weapon once you completely run out of ammo. The additional ammo from Spare Ammo Containers do not appear in your weapon’s ammo count.

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Spare Ammo Containers can be crafted for a small cost in materials: 30 Metals, 30 Resins, and 30 Chemicals. You can craft these in the Backpack Customization menu in Private Rooms.

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The container can be attached anywhere on the backpack as long as there is space. You can also attach multiple at one time, giving you even more ammunition when you run out.

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