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Techland Drops Dying Light: The Beast Early in Digital-Only Release

The download-only rollout uses IARC ratings, producing an uncut PC edition plus censored console releases.

Overview

  • Techland moved the launch up to September 18 with availability across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, and no physical discs offered.
  • The PC version on Steam and Epic is uncut at €59.99, while console editions are censored and priced at €69.99.
  • By distributing exclusively via download, the release followed the IARC process, a route used in Germany when a USK classification is not issued.
  • Kyle Crane returns with new beast abilities alongside parkour and co-op play for up to four players, with Techland citing more than 18 hours of gameplay.
  • Early reviews are mixed, with some outlets praising the tighter survival-horror focus and others calling the experience dull, as system-requirement details on Steam remain unclear about target resolution and frame rate.