Dying Light: The Beast is amazing, and very similar to Dead Island 2—which is why it first went on my wishlist. The only reason it's taken me so long to play was the lack of a suitable co-op partner... until now! :)

Suffice to say, we've been having a lot of fun. Exploring this beautiful landscape—reminiscent of the Witcher 3 with its quaint towns, striking vistas, and stunning skies—is thoroughly enjoyable. I especially love the movement and traversal aspects; it's clear the game rewards players who pay attention to their surroundings. A perfect example is the library tower, one of the tallest buildings in town. At first, we weren't sure how to get inside, and once we found the path, it probably took 30 minutes to reach the top floor! Every new level had a different way upwards—equal parts puzzle and platforming, whether that meant climbing through vents (I've got a lot of experience here Lol), moving furniture, or balancing on beams... very satisfying to scale.

As for the combat, it's fabulous: Gory, but not grotesque, with a variety of weapons early on. Melee dominates at first, but if you're lucky enough to find ammunition or parts, firearms and throwables can give you the chance to face your fears from a safe distance.

And then there's the nights... wow. They are unbelievably dark. I almost regret playing on an OLED panel—almost. :P Wait, have I also mentioned just how black the nights are? Yeah, trust me... being chased by a pack of volatiles while barely seeing where you're going has led to some hilarious (and terrifying) moments... the kind where we'd rather drown in a muddy swamp than let them catch us! I am fully supportive of my friend saying "I just want to curl up in the corner and wait until morning" haha.

Overall, it's a great game, but even greater in good company!

Dying Light The Beast : delivers pure adrenaline with its brutal parkour, savage combat, and tense survival vibes. The city feels dangerous, nights are terrifying , and the combat hits harder than ever. It keeps the Dying Light intact while pushing intensity and atmosphere up a notch. If you enjoy fast movement, horror tension, and visceral action, this one is an easy recommendation.

Dying Light: The Beast is an incredible evolution in the series. Beast Mode is an absolute highlight but the story is straightforward, lacking meaningful choices, with flat supporting characters and a weak antagonist, making it feel like a missed opportunity. Where the narrative falls short, the gameplay delivers: fluid, essential parkour, weighty combat, and oppressive nights recapture the tension of the original. Solid and enjoyable.