After a thrilling debut trailer at Summer Game Fest, Techland isn’t letting up. The studio followed Friday’s announcement of Dying Light: The Beast with a full 30-minute gameplay walkthrough and a new developer blog, giving fans a much deeper look at the franchise’s darkest, most ambitious chapter yet.
The Beast picks up with a familiar name: Kyle Crane, who returns as the series’ protagonist after a decade of ominous silence. But Crane is no longer the man he was. Having escaped from a decade of experimentation, he’s now something…other. Part human, part zombie, and entirely volatile, Crane sets out through the decaying resort town of Castor Woods, an open-world area twisted by time and infection.
The new gameplay footage showcases all the things that made Dying Light iconic: adrenaline-pumping parkour, an ever-present day/night cycle, and, of course, the unpredictability of survival horror. Combat is more feral, and it seems the world is more reactive. And Crane is not just a survivor anymore, he’s a weapon. Off-road driving, co-op support for up to four players, and next-gen visuals intend to make this the most technically advanced entry in the franchise to date.
Alongside the footage, Franchise Director Tymon Smektała penned a dev blog titled “Save the Date, Survivors,” reflecting on the ten-year journey of Dying Light and Techland’s unwavering community. He calls The Beast their “most ambitious project ever,” a game shaped by both fan passion and internal reinvention.
Dying Light: The Beast launches August 22, 2025, for PC, PS5/PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S. You can pre-order now to get the ‘Hero of Harran’ bundle featuring a fan-service pack that resurrects beloved items from the franchise, including the Juggernaut outfit reimagined as the Ultimate Survivor Outfit.
And while you’re waiting, why not explore the acclaimed legacy of the franchise? Kyle Crane’s origin story in Dying Light is currently up to 80% off, while you can get Dying Light 2: Stay Human for up to 67% off for a limited time.
Whether you’re a newcomer or a diehard, Dying Light: The Beast is shaping up to be this summer’s must-play horror ride. Don’t miss it!
