Dying Light: The Beast Sets a New Standard for the Franchise
Published on 11:35 AM, Saturday, September 20, 2025 by miladmim
Techland’s zombie apocalypse saga has reached a new milestone with the release of Dying Light: The Beast. Arriving on September 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, the latest mainline entry has quickly become the best-reviewed game in the series’ history, signaling a triumphant return to form after some mixed reactions to its predecessor.
The Dying Light franchise has its roots in the 2011 hit Dead Island, but it was Techland’s 2015 original Dying Light that truly raised the bar for open-world zombie games. Following that success, Dying Light 2 attempted to expand the story and gameplay, introducing more complex parkour mechanics, dynamic combat, and a sprawling world. While its ambition was clear, the sequel drew criticism for its narrative inconsistencies, repetitive side quests, and underwhelming voice acting. Fans were left hoping for a strong follow-up — and it seems Techland delivered with The Beast.
The Beast: Best-Reviewed Dying Light Entry Yet
According to Metacritic, Dying Light: The Beast now stands as the highest-rated mainline game in the series. The original game scored 74, and Dying Light 2 slightly improved to 76, but The Beast currently sits at 78. While this could fluctuate as more reviews are tallied, early impressions are overwhelmingly positive, confirming that Techland has once again mastered its signature blend of parkour, combat, and storytelling.
Set 13 years after the events of Dying Light: The Following, The Beast introduces Kyle Crane back into a dangerous, open-world city overrun by zombies. Critics have praised the game’s "breathtaking" environments, engaging storylines, cleverly designed side quests, and the new beast mode, which adds a thrilling twist to the franchise’s combat mechanics. Game Rant’s Josh Cotts described the game as the series’ most polished and exciting entry yet, while The Gamer’s George Foster echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the game’s compelling narrative and fluid gameplay.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for the Series
While The Beast has cemented itself as a standout entry, Techland is already hinting at future projects. Discussions around a potential fourth Dying Light game are underway, though any new installment is likely years away. The studio reassures fans that it constantly explores fresh ideas, suggesting the franchise’s evolution is far from over.
For players and fans of zombie survival games, Dying Light: The Beast isn’t just another sequel — it’s a celebration of what made the series great, combining intense parkour, strategic combat, and a living, breathing world filled with danger, story, and adventure.
