Dying Light 2 brings players into a post-apocalyptical world of danger and adventure. The game was released on Feb. 4, 2022 and thrust players back into a zombie-infested urban nightmare. This game continues to captivate gamers with its unique blend of open-world exploration, parkour-based movement, and intense first-person combat. And even with the delays, the developers have done a great job of releasing DLCs for the game.
As for the gameplay, Techland describes it perfectly.
“Humanity is fighting a losing battle against the virus. Experience a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by hordes of zombies, where your parkour and combat skills are key to survival. Traverse the City freely during the day, but watch the monsters take over during the night.”
Dying Light 2 perfectly blends first-person action with engaging and dynamic multiplayer. Players can team up or play interesting versus modes. The game’s world is described as a decaying urban landscape where society has collapsed due to the outbreak of the same virus from the original game, turning people into aggressive and mutated creatures. In this bleak and dangerous world, players will assume the role of Aiden Caldwell, a skilled and agile survivor with unique parkour abilities. One of the central themes of Dying Light 2 is the concept of choices and consequences. Players will have the power to make crucial decisions throughout the game that will significantly impact the world and its narrative. These choices can affect the fate of various factions and individuals, leading to different outcomes and story branches.
The game also has a unique time system. The game retains the day-night cycle from the original, with nights becoming more dangerous as assertive and aggressive infected creatures emerge. Survival becomes even more challenging after dark, creating tension and requiring careful planning.
Dying Light 2 DLC
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Bloody Ties
The Bloody Ties DLC has four main pieces of content: a new location, a new story, new enemies, and new weapons. The most significant addition was the new bloodsport. The new game mode introduced a brand new mechanic and did a perfect job of blending zombie NPCs and multiplayer.
New Location
“At last, you reach the epicenter of death, wealth, and splendor. Roam its grand halls, dominate the ranks, and step into an arena where the greatest warriors put on the most adrenaline-fueled, blood-soaked shows of all time. Enter the trials and compete for glory!”
New Story
“Set out for a new adventure, where Aiden enters a bloodsport tournament. Make tough choices as the plot for power and revenge reaches its tipping point. The fate of many is in your hands.”
New Enemies
“The titans of combat are the least of your worries. Keep watch of brand new mutated enemies like the Gorilla Demolisher, Cataclysm, Inferno, and other freaks of nature. Stay alive or become yet another cautionary tale.”
New Weapons
“Introducing the one and only! Tap into the power barricade that is the Carnage Manica and take hold of new weapons to make creative combat that much more creative.”
Dying Light 2 DLC: Expansion Packs
As with most games, the game has a massive amount of content. And it works well. Whether you’re looking for new clothes or weapons, each pack brings something to the forefront. The packs are pretty diverse in style and were released at a decent rate. The first pack was released only a week after the game went live. The first two packs had multiple parts, allowing for triple the content.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Authority Pack
Part I – Feb. 11, 2022
- Intimidating Jacket – Put on this jacket, and go fight for justice
- Intimidating Cargo Pants – They’ll hold everything you’ll need to enforce the law.
- Intimidating High-tops – Stand for what’s right with these unique high-tops.
Part II – Feb. 16, 2022
- Intimidating Windbreaker – Break down the rule breakers with this windbreaker.
- Intimidating Leather Guards – Use these leather guards to help you keep the peace.
- Intimidating Gauntlets – These gauntlets won’t restore law and order with just a snap, but they’ll definitely make it easier.
Part III – Feb. 18, 2022
- The two-handed Authority hammer – With this, they’d better follow the rules.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Ronin Pack
Part I – Feb. 21, 2022
- Survivor’s Handcrafted Jacket – Designed to help you keep low.
- Survivor’s Handcrafted Breeches – Meticulously crafted to let you move without restriction.
- Survivor’s Handcrafted Trainers – Tread lightly with these comfortable sneakers.
Part II – Feb. 23, 2022
- Survivor’s Handcrafted Mask – Mask yourself and become one with the shadows.
- Survivor’s Handcrafted Light Guards – Defend yourself swiftly with these light guards.
- Survivor’s Handcrafted Mitts – Deliver strikes with insane precision with these form-fitting mitts.
Part III – Feb. 25, 2022
- The Wise Katana sword – A powerful sword / To kill any enemy / Strike fast like lightning
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Dying Laugh Bundle
Part I: Nov. 3, 2022
- Dying Laugh Outfit – Does this look like a joke to you?
- Dying Laugh Paraglider – A unique paraglider skin. Let’s see who has the last laugh.
- Dying Laugh Bat – Bash your foes with a side-splitting proficiency.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Nutcracker Bundle
Part I: Dec. 22, 2022
- Nutcracker Outfit – Feed him walnuts and he will crack open a tale.
- Nutcracker Paraglider – That is one hard nut to crack.
- Nutcracker Saber – This elegant backsword comes with a greater durability and increased chances of severing your foes limb by limb.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Rais Bundle
Part I: Feb. 13, 2023
- Rais Outfit – Outfit of Harran’s legendary Warlord. Was he truly just a madman?
- Rais Paraglider – Make sure you have both arms to use it.
- Rais Machete – This handy blade will help keep things quiet.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Brecken Bundle
Part I: Feb. 13, 2023
- Brecken Outfit – Outfit of a man who claimed he was just a goddamn parkour instructor. In truth, who knows if The Tower’s survivors could’ve carried on without him…
- Brecken Paraglider – It might save your life while you learn how to parkour through Villeodr.
- Voltaic Wrench – This belonged to no leader! This belonged to a goddamn parkour instructor!
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Chicken Bundle
Part I: April 3, 2023
- Rooster Suit — wear this outfit, and all of your enemies will chicken out when facing you!
- Chicken Claw — cut, scratch, and slice your foes like the true cocky rooster you are, with a bleeding effect on top of that!
- Chicken Wing — why did the chicken jump off the roof? Well, to soar through the skies with this new paraglider skin.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Rahim Bundle
Part I: April 27, 2023
- Rahim Outfit – “Y’know why runners put their lives in danger? For guys like you”
- Pickaxe – once used by miners to break rocks, now used to break Infected.
- Rahim’s Paraglider – if Rahim saw you flying with this, he’d say, “Not bad…For a noob!”
- Viral Rahim Outfit – “Try not to slow down once you start running. Out there, if you stop — you’re probably dead”
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Post-Apo Bundle
Part I: April 27, 2023
- Scrapper Outfit — no one said that a rugged outfit can’t be smart, resourceful, flexible, and resistant. Be prepared for any extreme scenario.
- Rough Duster — at least the dust is on the outside.
- Bleak Pants — nothing special, but they get the job done.
- Well-Worn Boots — just as busted up as the skulls you smash every day.
- Tattered Leather Gauntlets — more dried-up blood than leather, aren’t they?
- Dystopian Mask — works both as protection and a deterrent.
- Spiked Bracers — offense is the best defense.
- Scrap Slicer — if the cut doesn’t kill them, the rust will.
- Patchy Paraglider — it may be a makeshift solution, but it gets the job done.