While there are a number of exciting releases slated for 2021, few have as much background as Techland’s upcoming project. This December will see the launch ofDying Light 2 Stay Human, the sequel to 2015’sDying Light, after a long journey to the finish line.Dying Light 2is very highly anticipated, with the now 6-year-old original proving not too distant in the memory for fans to remember the moreish gameplay loop.
Techland has recently released aDying Light 2gameplay trailer, the first look atDying Light 2’sgameplay fans have received in almost 2 years. It’s clear from the trailer thatDying Light 2will offer fans a lot more of the same, with the gameplay and horrors that the night brings appearing as visceral as ever. Possibly the biggest change from the original game is the choice-based narrative system, which looks as though it could massively shape the player’s experience of the game. Following a 6-year wait for the sequel, fans will just be excited to get their hands on any newDying Lightcontent, but the trailer paints a picture of a game that has massively improved upon its predecessor.
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Fans interested in pre-ordering the game will be confronted with a series of bonuses and special editions, so they may find it difficult to decide which version of the game is the right one for them. Here’s a complete breakdown of what fans need to know about the various editions and pre-order bonuses beforeDying Light 2’sreleaselater this year.
Dying Light 2’s Pre-Order Bonuses
Anyone who commits to buyingDying Light 2before its December 7 release date will receive a few cosmetic bonuses in return. Fans will receive 3 cosmetic skins alongside their copy ofDying Light 2if they pre-order the game.Dying Light 2’sprotagonist Aiden Caldwellwill be kitted out from gun to paraglider in the “Reload” pack, which includes an Outfit, a Weapon Skin, and a Paraglider Skin.
The “Reload” Skin Pack does little to entice gamers who weren’t already intending on pre-ordering the game, but it does offer a nice little reward for theDying Lightfans eager enough to secure their copy of the game early. The “Reload” Pack is offered on pre-orders across every platform andDying Lightedition.
Dying Light 2 Special Editions
In what is becoming an ever more popular trend in the gaming industry,Dying Light 2at launchwill have multiple different versions available for fans to buy. These versions include a Standard Edition, a Deluxe Edition, an Ultimate Edition, and a Collector’s Edition, the latter of which will be complete with physical bonuses for the collectors out there.
Dying Light 2 Stay HumanStandard Edition ($59.99)
This is the most basic version of the game, which comes with the “Reload” Skin Pack.
Dying Light 2 Stay HumanDeluxe Edition ($79.99)
For fans who want a little extra, the Deluxe Edition of the game includes the pre-order bonus “Reload” pack along with numerous other bonuses.Dying Light 2’s Deluxe Edition includes:
Dying Light 2 Stay Human Ultimate Edition ($99.99)
An extra $20 on top of the price of the Deluxe edition getsDying Lightfans everything included in the Deluxe Edition along with a couple of extra digital bonuses. Included inDying Light 2’sUltimate Edition is:
Dying Light 2 Stay Human Collector’s Edition ($229.99)
Dying Light 2’sCollector’s Edition comes in with a hefty price tag but rewards players with everything included in the Ultimate Edition along with a vast selection of physical loot. The Collector’s Edition includes:
Links to purchase each version of the game can be found atthislink.
Dying Light 2releases on December 7 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
