Gold weapons are some of the most sought-after items in Dying Light: The Following DLC. They offer superior stats, increased durability, and that rare prestige factor every player desires. If you want to farm these powerful weapons efficiently, this guide will walk you through the best method using water towers, windmills, and power transformers scattered throughout the map. We’ll break down everything step by step, including optimal conditions, necessary tools, and strategies to maximize your farming efforts.

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Setting Up for Gold Weapon Farming

Before you start, you need to ensure you have the right tools and are farming under the correct conditions. Gold weapons in The Following have specific spawn requirements:

• Gold weapons only appear at night – Daytime looting will not yield gold-tier weapons, whether from hardlock chests, police vans, or tower loot spots.
• Hard or Nightmare difficulty – These settings dramatically increase your chances of finding a gold weapon.
• Do NOT pick up unwanted weapons – If you pick up a weapon and go to sleep, that spot will stop generating new weapons for an extended period. Instead, leave the weapon there and simply reset it by sleeping.
• Have a grapple hook – Many farming locations require climbing, and a grapple hook significantly speeds up the process.
• Use cloaking skills if needed – Volatiles can be a nightmare, especially while climbing. If you don’t have a grapple hook, consider using cloaking techniques to evade them.

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Primary Farming Route

1. First Safe Zone and Freeway Location

The first spot you’ll want to check is near the very first safe zone in The Following. This safe zone is located on a freeway that runs over some train tracks. Use your buggy to get there quickly.

• Once you arrive, you’ll notice a tower where weapons can spawn.
• Climb up using the grapple hook or catwalks.
• Sleep until nighttime, then check the tower for a weapon.
• Important: If it’s not a gold weapon or something you want, do not pick it up. Simply go back to sleep to reset the spawn.

While this spot can occasionally yield good weapons, many players, including experienced farmers, report that gold weapons are rare here. If you don’t find anything worthwhile, move to the next location.

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2. Farmhouse Location – Windmill and Water Tower

Travel south to a farmhouse where you’ll find two prime farming locations: a windmill and a water tower.

• Arrive at the farmhouse during the day to get familiar with the layout.
• Identify the windmill and water tower for looting.
• At night, check the windmill first, then move to the water tower.
• Avoid fighting zombies; simply outrun them to save time.

A crucial point to remember here is that if you don’t find a gold weapon, simply return to the farmhouse, sleep, and then try again. The reset mechanic works the same way as the first location—only pick up weapons you want to keep.

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3. Bridge and Second Water Tower

Moving further south, you’ll find another safe zone with a water tower that is unique because the gold weapon spawns inside the tower cylinder itself, not on the edges like other locations.

• To access the inside of the water tower, use the grapple hook or careful climbing.
• If you don’t see a gold weapon, sleep and reset the spawn.
• If Volatiles spot you, don’t engage—simply run and reposition.

Some players believe that performing specific actions before sleeping increases luck (e.g., breaking a door down or interacting with NPCs humorously), but these are unconfirmed superstitions. Still, it’s all part of the fun!

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Additional Notes on Farming Efficiency

1. Time Investment – Farming for gold weapons takes time. You may need to cycle through multiple nights before finding the weapon you want.
2. Alternative Safe Zones – Many other windmills and water towers exist, but the ones listed above are some of the most accessible.
3. Avoiding Wasted Time – Don’t get distracted by unnecessary fights. Use your agility and tools to escape encounters quickly.

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Final Thoughts

This method remains one of the most reliable ways to farm gold weapons in Dying Light: The Following. By sticking to nighttime looting, utilizing sleep resets, and optimizing movement with the grapple hook, you can farm efficiently without unnecessary delays.

If you’re looking for even more high-tier loot, stay tuned for our next guide covering GRE chests in quarantine zones in Old Town and The Slums, where even more powerful weapons can be found. Until then, happy farming!