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Dying Light: The Beast
Action
Adventure
RPG
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
Steam Cloud
Remote Play on TV
Family Sharing

BECOME THE BEAST. SURVIVE THE NIGHT. A terrifying new chapter in the Dying Light universe begins. As Kyle Crane, explore the vast and unpredictable wilderness, uncover a deadly evolution of the infected, and learn to control the beastly powers awakening inside you.

Developers: Techland
Publishers: Techland
Release Date: Sep 18, 2025
Price (USD): $59.99
Current Players: 1.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(88%)
great graphics
Kyle Crane
intense nighttime
satisfying combat
interesting twists
nighttime danger
vehicle mechanics
Beast Mode
clunky parkour
predictable storyline
underwhelming guns
lack of content
technical issues
Graphics and visual presentation earn widespread praise, capturing a horror atmosphere that complements the storyline well. The predicable storyline and clunky parkour mechanics detract from overall enjoyment for some players. Despite its divergent gameplay elements, fans of the series relish the return of Kyle Crane and find the game offers rich combat and boss encounters. Beast Mode and certain technical features divide players, showcasing a mixture of thrilling and frustrating experiences.

Positive Points

  • The game is praised for its excellent graphics and visual presentation.
  • Fans appreciate the return of Kyle Crane and his dynamic with Aiden.
  • The game maintains the horror atmosphere that made the original Dying Light popular, with terrifying nighttime gameplay.
  • Many players find the combat and gore mechanics satisfying and enjoy the new boss fights.
  • The storyline is generally considered an improvement over Dying Light 2, with some interesting twists and character moments.

    • Negative Points

  • The parkour mechanics are criticized for feeling clunkier and less fluid compared to previous games.
  • Complaints about the storyline being predictable and the characters not being as engaging as those in the first Dying Light.
  • Guns and ranged combat feel underwhelming and poorly balanced, especially against infected.
  • General lack of content and variety, with some players feeling it should have been a DLC rather than a standalone game.
  • Technical issues such as stuttering, frame drops, and crashes are noted by several players, affecting the game experience.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's nighttime danger is seen as both a return to form and overly punishing, depending on player preferences.
  • Vehicle mechanics are a mixed bag, with some enjoying their return, while others find them clunky and not as well-executed as in the past.
  • Beast Mode is considered fun and powerful by some, but others feel it's underdeveloped and lacks depth.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparison to previous Dying Light games, with many drawing parallels to both the original and the sequel.
  • The balanced approach to horror elements and adrenaline-pumping gameplay is frequently mentioned.
  • The return of fan-favorite characters and the nostalgia element associated with them.
    • Updated 7/28/2026, 12:01:18 AM UTC
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