Fans of the series Dying Light got a pleasant surprise. Techland, as the developer, officially announced that the release date for their latest game, Dying Light: The Beast, moved forward one day.
Originally scheduled to launch on September 19, the game will now be available earlier on September 18. This decision was made in response to the high enthusiasm from the community of players who couldn't wait to get back into the action in the challenging open-world world.
Release Schedule Change Details
This schedule change applies to all platforms. This means that you can play Dying Light: The Beast starting September 18 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. This one-day acceleration may seem short, but for players who have been waiting for it, this is very positive news.
Techland ensures that the game is fully ready for launch, so players don't have to worry about the quality of the game despite the advanced schedule.
Reasons Behind the Quick Decision
Techland didn't make this decision for no reason. According to Tymon Smektala, as Dying Light franchise directorThe team saw first-hand how passionate and enthusiastic the community was to welcome the return of Kyle Crane.
Knowing that the game itself was in a release-ready state, they wanted to do something special. They felt challenged to make the seemingly impossible happen and get the game to players a little sooner. He also added that he can't wait to see the reaction of the players when they first experience a new world. The Beast.
Additional Bonuses for Loyal Players
For those of you who have already pre-ordered, there is additional good news. Techland confirmed that all players who pre-order will receive a new exclusive gift. Full details on this reward will be officially announced during the game's launch week.
In addition, Techland also pays special attention to the owners of the Dying Light 2: Stay Human. Players who own the game in the "Ultimate Edition" version will receive the following Dying Light: The Beast at no additional cost, as a token of appreciation for their support over the years.
Positive Response from the Global Community
This move by Techland seems to be in line with the data they have. According to the developer, over one million players worldwide have secured their copy of the game, either through pre-orders or other means. This figure shows just how big of a fan base the series has. Dying Light and how high the anticipation was for this new title.
This high number of already committed players is one of the main drivers for Techland to provide faster access to their global community.
