Dying Light remains one of the best zombie franchises, and Dying Light The Beast review will explain why. The basic formula remains the same; it’s still satisfying. While many will fault Techland for sticking too close to what made the first game stand out, I really enjoyed my time in the familiar world.
The expansion has evolved into a standalone experience; Dying Light The Beast is a complete package. I didn’t feel I got shortchanged by the game; it’s not as big as the last numbered game, but it isn’t short either. You’ll have a good time slaying zombies with a multitude of weapons, guns, and your fists, and that’s what matters. The Dying Light The Beast review will take a closer look at what makes the game tick.
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Dying Light The Beast Review – Kyle is Back
The story picks up after the events of Dying Light’s excellent expansion, The Following. The protagonist of the first game, Kyle Crane, is back in The Beast. Fans of the first games will finally get updated on what’s happening with Kyle, and unfortunately, all is not well with the gruff military man. Crane is captured, tortured, and experimented upon, and now he is out for revenge.
Crane is also infused with monster DNA, making him a wolverine-like rage machine. He can tear into enemies with his bare hands, rip off limbs, and make short work of everyone. It’s gory, brutal, and honestly, a ton of fun. You can’t rage out all the time, though; you need to build the “rage” meter up with melee attacks. No, ranged kills don’t count, so you need to get up and personal with your opponents.
The excellent melee system is back, complete with modifiable weapons. Attach different parts to weapons to enhance their performance and effectiveness. Make zombies burn, electrocute them, or make them bleed; the choice is all yours. I especially like the electric melee weapons that can easily shock multiple enemies. It’s a great system that’s been in the franchise since the first game. Dying Light The Beast review appreciates Techland sticking to what made the first game great.
Dying Light The Beast Review – New Location
The new game takes place in Castor Woods, a brand-new location crafted specifically for The Beast. The Eurasian aesthetic remains, but the towers from Part 2 and the closely built neighborhoods of the first game are gone. It’s a new area that feels fresh to explore and slay zombies in. It’s not entirely foreign to veteran players, but it provides good variety for a refreshing zombie-killing outing.
I like how varied the main areas are in Dying Light The Beast. From large villas to thick forests, players can explore plenty of the new regions. Easter Eggs, a series staple, are also abundant. I visited a house with a note pointing towards a door that scrapes the floor. One thing led to another, and I discovered a secret area that contained great loot. The whole thing wasn’t a part of any quest either, so the game rewarded me for my curiosity. Dying Light The Beast review needs to appreciate the game designers for the immersive experience.
The graphics are also impressive, especially since you’ll be fighting through hordes of zombies. I was often impressed with how well the world in Dying Light The Following looks. The sunsets, especially, are magnificent, even on the PlayStation 5 base console. The weapon effects, blood splatters, and zombie models are all well-made.
Dying Light The Beast Review – Hit It
The combat is essentially the same in the new game. The Dying Light The Beast review should address the fact that Beast Mode is a new addition. While we saw glimpses of the full-out rage mode in previous games, this is the first game that makes full use of it. Once in rage mode, you can rip people in half with ease. Of course, the gameplay is balanced by making it a limited-time ability.
The game also puts firearms back. Dying Light 2 was very light on firearms; this time around, you can get your hands on plenty of ranged weapons. The ammo is scarce, but if you are like me and loot everything, you won’t have any trouble. I especially loved a silenced SMG, which honestly took me through half of the game. It’s silent, making it excellent at taking out zombies and humans without alerting others.
Speaking of things missing from Dying Light 2, vehicles are also back. The Following had a sound vehicle system, which was missing from the next game. While not as robust, Dying Light The Beast does offer a wide variety of vehicles to drive. From cars, SUVs, to working harvesters, you have plenty of choices. I love mowing down zombies in the harvester, which makes for a fun but slow ride.
Conclusion:
Dying Light The Beast review should mention that the new game isn’t entirely new. The excellent parkour system remains essentially unchanged. Of course, the developers have done a great job of expanding the parkour animations. It’s smooth, fluent, and fun to climb, run, and stab enemies. However, there aren’t new mechanics to make The Beast stand out from the rest of the franchise.
If you are looking for a medium-sized zombie-slaying game, then Dying Light The Beast is perfect for you. You’ll have a lot of fun going through the game once or twice. With plenty of side content, collectables, and easter eggs, you won’t get bored. I also recommend inviting a couple of friends for the ride, as Dying Light: The Beast comes with 4-player co-op. Having friends will make the experience exponentially more fun.
I played the game on PlayStation 5, PlayRatedGames didn’t receive a review code from Remedy Entertainment. Check out Dying Light The Beast page to see how the game is doing in ratings.
