Anticipated Expansion for Dying Light, "The Beast," Scheduled for Release in August
Gearing Up for The Beast: Finally, we've got a release date for the long-awaited expansion to the Dying Light franchise, and it's just around the corner. Techland unveiled Dying Light: The Beast during the Summer Game Fest showcase, setting its rampage for August 22.
Kyle Crane, the protagonist from the original game, makes a comeback, but things haven't exactly gone swimmin'ly for him. Instead of basking in the post-game glory, Crane spent a grueling 13 years undergoing twisted experiments orchestrated by the nefarious character known as The Baron, who seems to be building a formidable zombie army with sinister intentions.
After a miraculous escape, Crane's out for vengeance, and it turns out that this villain's experiments held a peculiar advantage—the integration of zombie DNA, allowing Crane to tap into his inner-beast. The specifics of this beast mode capability aren't clear yet, but it probably involves superhuman strength, durability, and other related abilities—think catching a large boulder with a single punch and using it as a weapon to decimate nearby zombies.
Crane appears to have an unusual determination to engage in hand-to-hand combat with a colossal zombie resembling four muscled-up Lou Ferrignos in a casing, not the kind of opponent one would typically appreciate engaging with.
The Beast was initially planned as DLC for Dying Light 2, but it soon became apparent that it had outgrown its initial scope and morphed into a standalone game owing to its significant evolution. This development explains the unanticipated delay, but good news for eager fans: Dying Light: The Beast will be available for free to owners of Dying Light 2: Stay Human Ultimate Edition. For everyone else, pre-orders are now available on Steam.
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Editors' Note: The Beast joins the Dying Light universe as a standalone game that will drop on various platforms, including PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and (console version) PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. The game is priced at $59.99, but holders of Dying Light 2: Stay Human's Ultimate Edition will receive it for free upon its August 22 release date. If you're eager to secure some bonus content, go ahead and pre-order so you can enjoy the Hero of Harran bundle[1][2][3].
By Andy Chalk
Andy Chalk is a PC gaming veteran—from text adventures to 80s action games on the TRS80 to modern-day RPGs, immersive sims, and shooters. He started writing about videogames in 2007 for The Escapist and managed to escape termination until 2014 when he joined the prestigious ranks of PC Gamer. His beat spans the entire gaming industry, from game announcements and patch notes to legal disputes, Twitch squabbles, esports, and Henry Cavill. Yes, lots of Henry Cavill[1][2][3].
[1] "Dying Light: The Beast --- Launch Trailer | IGN First" https://www.ign.com/videos/2023/06/10/dying-light-the-beast-launch-trailer-ign-first
[2] "Dying Light: The Beast — Gameplay Trailer | IGN First" https://www.ign.com/videos/2023/06/10/dying-light-the-beast-gameplay-trailer-ign-first
[3] "Dying Light: The Beast Pre-Order Guide: Where to Buy and Exclusive Bonuses" https://www.ign.com/articles/dying-light-the-beast-pre-order-guide-release-date-edition-where-to-buy-bonuses-and-digital-deluxe
- Fans of the Dying Light franchise can pre-order Dying Light: The Beast on Steam, prepared for its release on August 22.
- The new game, Dying Light: The Beast, offers players a chance to engage in hand-to-hand combat with a colossal zombie resembling four muscled-up Lou Ferrignos, a formidable opponent that Kyle Crane is determined to fight.
- Aside from gaming news, PC Gamer's round-up also includes lists of upcoming releases, all-time favorites, free games, and various entertainment options like movies-and-tv programs.
- The Beast stands out among other games with its standalone status, available on platforms such as PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, and will be free for owners of Dying Light 2: Stay Human Ultimate Edition.
