About Dying Light: The Beast

Discover the dark world of survival horror

Game Overview

Dying Light: The Beast is a survival horror action game developed by Techland, serving as a standalone expansion to the Dying Light series. Originally conceived as DLC for Dying Light 2: Stay Human, the project evolved into a full independent game that explores the darker aspects of the zombie apocalypse.

Players take on the role of Kyle Crane, a character who has undergone years of experimentation, transforming him into a half-human, half-beast hybrid. This transformation grants him unique abilities while also making him a target for those who fear his power.

The game combines the series' signature parkour mechanics with brutal combat, creating an intense survival experience where every decision matters and danger lurks around every corner.

Dying Light The Beast game overview

Gameplay Features

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Enhanced Parkour System

Experience fluid movement through the post-apocalyptic world with improved parkour mechanics, new moves, and environmental interactions that make traversal both strategic and exhilarating.

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Dangerous Night Cycle

Survive the terrifying night cycle where zombies become more aggressive and dangerous. The darkness brings new threats and challenges that test your survival skills.

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Brutal Combat System

Engage in intense melee combat with a variety of weapons. The new Beast Mode abilities allow for devastating attacks and unique combat strategies.

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Co-op Multiplayer

Team up with up to 3 friends in 4-player co-op mode. Work together to survive the zombie apocalypse and complete challenging missions.

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Open World Exploration

Explore a vast, detailed world filled with secrets, hidden locations, and valuable resources. Every building and area has something to discover.

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Crafting & Customization

Create and modify weapons, equipment, and tools to suit your playstyle. The crafting system allows for deep customization and strategic preparation.

Story & Characters

The Story

Dying Light: The Beast takes place in a world ravaged by a zombie apocalypse. Kyle Crane, the protagonist, has been subjected to years of experimentation that has transformed him into something between human and beast. This transformation gives him incredible abilities but also makes him a target for those who fear his power.

The story follows Crane's journey of revenge and survival as he navigates a world where trust is scarce and danger is everywhere. Players will uncover the truth behind the experiments and face the consequences of Crane's transformation.

Key Characters

  • Kyle Crane: The protagonist, transformed by experiments into a half-human, half-beast hybrid with unique abilities.
  • Dr. Zere: A mysterious scientist involved in the experiments that changed Crane.
  • The Volatiles: Enhanced zombies that pose the greatest threat during the night cycle.
  • Survivor Groups: Various factions of survivors with their own agendas and motivations.
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History & Evolution

2022

Initial Development

Dying Light: The Beast began development as DLC content for Dying Light 2: Stay Human, with the goal of expanding the game's universe and introducing new gameplay mechanics.

2023

Expansion to Standalone

Techland decided to expand the project into a full standalone game, allowing for more comprehensive storytelling and gameplay features.

2024

Development Milestones

Major development milestones were reached, including the implementation of Beast Mode abilities and the refinement of the night cycle mechanics.

2025

Release

Dying Light: The Beast was officially released on September 18, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S platforms.

Technical Specifications

Engine

C-Engine (Techland's proprietary engine)

Graphics

Ray tracing support, 4K resolution, HDR

Audio

3D spatial audio, dynamic music system

Performance

60 FPS on current-gen consoles, up to 120 FPS on PC

Storage

25 GB required space

Online Features

4-player co-op, cross-platform play