This is it folks, the launch day for the well-awaited Dying Light: The Beast is almost here, and if you played the first two games, you’ll probably feel those butterflies flying everywhere inside your body.
Release date and availability
Dying Light: The Beast is currently available as a pre-purchase on Steam, and you can grab the Standard Edition for 59,99€ or the Deluxe Edition for 69,99€ (but more of that in a bit).
The game is coming on 19 September 2025.
Techland has officially announced that Dying Light: The Beast will be available for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S at launch.
Unfortunately, the game won’t be available for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One immediately, but the company said on their website that they “will continue optimising versions for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One after the launch and are committed to releasing them until the end of 2025.”
System requirements for PC players
When it comes to system requirements for PC players, this is where things get a bit tricky. If those requirements are true, then many of us will need to upgrade at least our processor.
But before we get started, here’s what Techland is asking from its players:
| Information | Minimum: | Recommended: |
|---|---|---|
| CPU Architecture: | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
| OS: | CPU Architecture: | Windows 10 or newer |
| Intel i5-13400F / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X | Intel i5-13400F / AMD Ryzen 7 7700 | |
| Memory: | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics: | NVIDIA GeForce 1060 / AMD Radeon 5500 XT / Intel ARC A750 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 TI / AMD Radeon 6750 XT / Intel ARC B580 |
| Storage: | 70 GB available space (SSD Required) | 70 GB available space (SSD Required) |
As you can see, it seems that The Beast also needs a beast of a processor to run it smoothly. An Intel i5-13400F or an AMD Ryzen 7 5800X as the recommendation in the minimum system requirements seems a bit overkill, and there’s no doubt that many fans will be disappointed.
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I’ve already seen countless people complaining that they’ll be unable to run the game due to the lack of minimum RAM required, which is crazy considering that a gamer nowadays should have at least that amount.
But, as usual, PCs with weaker hardware would still be able to run the game, just not in its highest graphics. It’s also worth noting that sometimes, game developer companies also consider that the player may have other programs and services in the background, and so they increase their requirements.
In case you want to build a custom gaming PC, here’s our guide:
A better look at Dying Light: The Beast
If you haven’t caught up with the game, Techland gave a few lucky (not us) players the ability to play the game for a few hours, and some even were able to upload their gameplay on YouTube.
The popular YouTuber by the name theRadBrad, known for his gaming walkthroughs, has already published a 50-minute video playing Dying Light: The Beast:
We can clearly see all the improvements they’ve made in The Beast, including the physics, sound, environment, textures, and everything in between.
What I didn’t specifically like about The Beast is how high Kyle Crane can jump from such high places and still survive. It feels a bit unrealistic and makes the gameplay a bit easier when it comes to getting away from zombies.
On the other hand, it may have something to do with the “beast inside”, which ultimately gives him more power in general. Who knows.
Now, it doesn’t matter the number of videos that you already watched on YouTube; one thing that we haven’t seen is the wild places of The Beast. You know, the forest? The one that Techland showed us in one of their trailers, during the freaking night?
That’s because Techland only allowed those lucky YouTubers to enjoy a simple demo of the game and avoid uploading anything that the company didn’t want (which is fair enough if you want to keep the hype).
A closer look at the map
What we do know is that the map is not as small as we originally thought, and here’s a quick look at it:
And it’s a little bit bigger, too (couldn’t fit inside the screen).
Unfortunately, we didn’t get any official announcements, and we haven’t seen how big the map actually is. How does it compare with the previous two titles? Reportedly, The Beast will feature a smaller map than the one we saw in Dying Light 2.
Now, although that’s nothing more than a few rumors here and there, the truth is that director Tymon Smektala did confirm that The Beast is gonna be more compact than Dying Light 2.
According to him, “feel and immersion matter more than sheer size“.
“Open worlds are not about scale… we can create an open-world that’s maybe not as expansive, but if it’s hand-crafted… the player’s satisfaction … is much bigger.”
Tymon Smektala
If we could guess, maybe the secret on a smaller map that looks bigger is its handcrafted nature. Thanks to the map’s design, The Beast may introduce a smaller map that feels more expansive even than the one we’ve seen in the second title.
Dying Light: The Beast has 170 different kinds of zombies
Dying Light: The Beast takes zombies to the next level with more than 170 different models. Each one is designed to feel disturbingly human, making every encounter creepier and more immersive.
The most common are the Biters. They’ve been completely redesigned to look rotten and bloated instead of dried out. With over 110 variations, they range from skinny to obese and sometimes even show small glimpses of humanity, like staring at a hand or gazing at the sunset.
Virals are the freshly turned. They still look human, but their twisted faces and furious movements make them terrifying. There are about 60 types, including Lab Virals who show signs of cruel experiments. They are faster and smarter, dodging and repositioning during fights.
Some special infected carry traces of who they once were. The Howler was once a psychiatric patient, the Goon a blue-collar worker turned brute, and the Spitter a former medic who now spits acid.
Then there are the Volatiles, the apex predators of the night. They hunt alone or in packs, leaping over obstacles and reacting to even the smallest mistake.
The most terrifying of all are the Chimeras, creations of the Baron’s twisted experiments. Inspired by human anatomy, they look like living nightmares of torn flesh, exposed muscle, and weaponized limbs. The Matriarch, for example, resembles a skinless human right out of a medical textbook.
The game’s design philosophy is clear. These zombies are meant to remind you of the people they once were, making them harder to ignore and more disturbing to fight. Their wounds show in real time as you battle them, and their sounds are painfully human.
With over nine thousand unique screams and shrieks, every encounter feels raw and unforgettable.
Standard Edition or Deluxe Edition?
But apart from Dying Light: The Beast’s crazy apocalyptic world, we need to talk about the two editions and the game’s pricing. Here’s a comparison:
| Feature / Content | Standard Pre-Purchase | Deluxe Edition (Pre-Purchase) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €59.99 | ~ €69.99 |
| Base Game | Yes | Yes |
| Hero of Harran Pre-Order Bundle | Included with any pre-order (Standard or Deluxe) | Included |
| • Ultimate Survivor Outfit | Yes | Yes |
| • Harran Combat Knife (+ Blueprint) | Yes | Yes |
| • The Follower Crossbow (+ Blueprint) | Yes | Yes |
| • In Jade’s Memory Pistol (+ Blueprint) | Yes | Yes |
| • Castor Woods Patrol (Vehicle Skin) | Yes | Yes |
| Deluxe-Specific Bonuses | — (Not included) | Yes (see below) |
| • Official Soundtrack | — | Included |
| • Wallpaper Pack | — | Included |
| • Castor Woods Tourist Map (Digital) | — | Included |
| • Castor Woods Prepper Bundle | — | Included (Outfit, Survivalist SMG + Blueprint, Roadhog vehicle). |
| Availability for Dying Light 2 Ultimate owners | Standard pre-order still required unless already claimed, but the bundle is granted automatically if eligible. | Deluxe Edition must be purchased separately, even if you get the base game free, the Deluxe extras require purchase. |
I believe the Standard Edition, which includes the core game and the bonus cosmetics (if you get the pre-purchase edition), is usually the best option for most gamers.
If you want the official soundtrack, wallpaper pack, Castor Woods tourist map, and the Prepper Bundle (outfit, weapon, vehicle), it’s gonna cost you around $10.00 more.
Where to get Dying Light: The Beast cheap
If you want to save a few bucks, you can get it from a third-party marketplace and then submit it to your Steam account.
Here are a few places where you can grab the pre-purchase edition of Dying Light: The Beast for a few bucks less:
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Here’s a list of our favorite marketplaces that sell thousands of games for Xbox, PlayStation, and PCs for less than what you’d be getting them from places like Steam or Epic Games (usually, not always):
As always, make sure to check if you’re getting the right Steam key. Some products come with region restrictions, meaning that you cannot activate them in specific countries.
Last but not least, some keys are for Xbox, others for PlayStation, and others for PC. Please always check the title and description for more information.
Are you going to pre-purchase The Beast, or are you waiting to see the first real reviews and judge based on the bugs the game may have on its launch?
Personally, I have already pre-ordered it, and I couldn’t be more excited to live another Dying Light story. Seeing Kyle Crane back is absolutely impossible to describe for any hardcore fan out there.
