Dying Light: The Beast

Dying Light: The Beast

September 18, 2025
TECHLAND PUBLISHING
4.5/5.0(24,463 reviews)
~3h playtime
Action

PC · Xbox Series S/X · PlayStation 5

Mixed

Overall player feedback for 'Dying Light: The Beast' is predominantly positive, with players praising its gameplay mechanics, visuals, and the return of beloved characters. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the story depth and some gameplay elements that did not meet expectations, leading to a mixed reception. Like the previous installments, while some players love the combat and parkour, others find flaws in the game mechanics and narrative coherence.

About This Game

A standalone Dying Light built around the return of Kyle Crane and a new Beast Mode that turns the infection into a weapon: when the meter fills, Crane erupts into raw, savage power against the horde. It keeps the series' first-person parkour and day-night rhythm but tightens the loop into a denser, more combat-forward package set in a rural region. Players single out the visuals, traversal and the payoff of Beast Mode, while the story depth and some mechanical rough edges draw the sharper complaints. It is aimed at fans who wanted the combat and movement dialed up rather than a sprawling narrative, with four-player online co-op along for the ride. Rated Mature.

Themes

horrorsurvivalurbanpost-apocalypticdarkcompetitioncooperationexploration

Mechanics

real-timeparkourmelee-combatranged-combatstealthcraftingskill-treeslevelingexplorationday-night-cycleparty-basedloot-systeminventory-managementhidden-secretsphysics-based

Platforms

PC
Xbox Series S/X
PlayStation 5

Multiplayer

Online Players:4
Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)EnglishFrench (France)KoreanPortuguese (Brazil)Spanish (Mexico)
Official site:Visit site

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
First person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall player feedback for 'Dying Light: The Beast' is predominantly positive, with players praising its gameplay mechanics, visuals, and the return of beloved characters. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the story depth and some gameplay elements that did not meet expectations, leading to a mixed reception. Like the previous installments, while some players love the combat and parkour, others find flaws in the game mechanics and narrative coherence.

Pros

  • • Gorgeous graphics and detailed environments
  • • Exciting parkour and combat mechanics
  • • Return of popular character Kyle Crane
  • • Engaging gameplay with new features like Beast Mode
  • • Improvements in overall optimization and performance

Cons

  • • Weak story and character development
  • • Issues with game mechanics like saving and collision
  • • Repetitive gameplay and quests
  • • Some bugs and performance issues in multiplayer
  • • Balancing issues with boss fights and enemy AI

Based on 102 reviews from playstation, steam

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Dying Light: The Beast - Before You Buy

Dying Light: The Beast — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dying Light: The Beast worth playing?
Dying Light: The Beast has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.5 out of 5 across 24,463 reviews.
Is Dying Light: The Beast single-player or multiplayer?
Dying Light: The Beast supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative. Online play supports up to 4 players.
What platforms is Dying Light: The Beast available on?
Dying Light: The Beast is available on PS5.
When did Dying Light: The Beast release?
Dying Light: The Beast released on September 18, 2025.
What is Dying Light: The Beast's age rating?
Dying Light: The Beast carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.