Dying Light: The Beast launch moved: Here are launch times for PC and console

Fans of the video game Dying Light: The Beast will not be waiting until September 19 after all. Developer Techland announced the zombie sequel is releasing one day earlier, on September 18, to mark the milestone of crossing one million pre-orders. Originally slated for August before being delayed to September, the game now lands just in time to surprise fans who expected a longer wait, Gamespot reported. Dying Light: The Beast launch has been moved up as the games pre-orders crossed 1 million.(Screengrab/Techland official website) Techland said in a statement that the one million pre-orders milestone “inspired” them to “push our boundaries and make the impossible possible.” Studio lead Tymon Smektała added, “We pushed ourselves to make the impossible possible, and that’s why we’re releasing the game a little earlier. I can’t wait to see players’ reactions when they finally step into the world of The Beast.” Also read: Ego Nwodim exits SNL after seven seasons: All on comedian’s family and career Dying Light: The Beast early release: What to expectThe Beast is a standalone entry in the Dying Light franchise and brings back Kyle Crane, the protagon from the first game. After a decade of brutal genetic experimentation at the hands of the siner Baron, Crane escapes his prison and sets out on a path of revenge. Techland says the new adventure pulls from both Dying Light and Dying Light 2, benefiting from years of updates while revisiting elements of the original. Early previews suggest a 20-hour main campaign with up to 40–60 hours for completions. Players who pre-order the game will also receive an in-game reward, per GameSpot. Also read: Nintendo reveals new spin-off Pokémon Pokopia for Switch 2; see details here Dying Light: The Beast launch timesTechland confirmed the game will unlock simultaneously across PC and console, with times set for major regions worldwide. September 18 Los Angeles – 9 AM PT New York – 12 PM ET London – 5 PM BST Mexico City – 10 AM CST Chicago – 11 AM CDT Bogota – 11 AM COT Paris – 6 PM CEST Warsaw – 6 PM CEST Cape Town – 6 PM SAST Riyadh – 7 PM AST anbul – 7 PM EEST Cairo – 7 PM EEST Dubai – 8 PM GST September 19 Sydney – 2 AM AEST Singapore – Midnight SGT Beijing – Midnight CST Seoul – 1 AM KST Tokyo – 1 AM JST Wellington – 4 AM NZST The earlier release marks a huge moment for Techland. The franchise has built a loyal following since the original Dying Light. With anticipation running high and pre-order numbers surging, Dying Light: The Beast will carry that momentum into launch day. FAQs1. When is Dying Light: The Beast releasing?The game will be launched on September 18, 2025, one day earlier than the previously announced September 19 date. 2. Why was the release date moved up?Techland said it advanced the release 24 hours to celebrate crossing 1 million pre-orders. 3. What platforms will the game be available on?Dying Light: The Beast will unlock simultaneously on PC and consoles worldwide. 4. What is the story of the game?The standalone adventure follows Kyle Crane, who escapes captivity after a decade of experiments a villain known as the Baron. 5. How long is the game?Techland says the game features a 20-hour campaign, with 40–60 hours of content for completions.