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Dying Light: The Beast launched globally on September 18, 2025, after Techland moved the date forward from September 19. The unlock began at 9:00 a.m. PDT; some Asia-Pacific regions reached September 19 by local time. The schedule below is historical—the game is already out.
When did Dying Light: The Beast release?
The game released on September 18, 2025. Techland announced the date change on September 12, moving the launch forward by one day. Its announcement said more than 1 million players had already secured a copy ahead of launch; that figure was Techland’s own statement, not an independently audited sales result. Techland’s release announcement and the official game page and FAQ confirm the release date.
What time did it unlock in each region?
The launch was scheduled as a global unlock. The table lists local dates and times reported from Techland’s published schedule. Because the detailed graphic is available here through a contemporaneous report rather than a directly retrievable official table, the times are attributed to Windows Central’s report of Techland’s schedule.
| Region or city example | Local unlock |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles (PDT) | September 18, 9:00 a.m. |
| Mexico City (CST) | September 18, 10:00 a.m. |
| Central Daylight Time (CDT) | September 18, 11:00 a.m. |
| Bogotá, Colombia (COT) | September 18, 11:00 a.m. |
| New York (EDT) | September 18, 12:00 p.m. |
| Brasília, Brazil (BRT) | September 18, 1:00 p.m. |
| London (BST) | September 18, 5:00 p.m. |
| Berlin (CEST) | September 18, 6:00 p.m. |
| South Africa (SAST) | September 18, 6:00 p.m. |
| Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) | September 18, 7:00 p.m. |
| Dubai, UAE (GST) | September 18, 8:00 p.m. |
| Singapore (SGT) | September 19, 12:00 a.m. |
| Beijing, China (CST) | September 19, 12:00 a.m. |
| Seoul, South Korea (KST) | September 19, 1:00 a.m. |
| Tokyo (JST) | September 19, 1:00 a.m. |
| Sydney (AEST) | September 19, 2:00 a.m. |
| Wellington, New Zealand (NZST) | September 19, 4:00 a.m. |
The schedule used CST for both Mexico City and China, so the city labels matter: the abbreviation alone does not identify which time zone is meant. The Americas and Europe unlocked on September 18; several Asia-Pacific locations did so just after midnight on September 19.
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Which platforms were included in the launch?
Techland listed PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S. The reported global schedule was the same across platforms. Techland’s game page lists the platforms and current editions.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Is Dying Light: The Beast still available?
Yes. The official page lists the base game, Deluxe Edition, and Definitive Edition. The base game includes free updates released since launch, including Restored Land. Deluxe adds the Castor Woods Prepper Bundle and digital extras such as the soundtrack, wallpapers, and tourist map; Definitive includes additional content packs. The launch-time schedule does not indicate current store availability or pricing.
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Announced PS5 physical editions
For the first anniversary, Techland announced three physical PS5 editions, each including the Definitive Edition and post-launch updates. The preorder window announced by Techland runs from September 18 through October 16, 2026. Techland directed customers to Super Rare Games; delivery is not supported in some countries, so check regional eligibility with the retailer before ordering. The announcement does not establish current stock or pricing.
- Retail Version: the game and a manual.
- Super Rare Games Edition: a limited, numbered edition with a sticker and metallic slipcover.
- Anniversary Edition: physical items inspired by Castor Woods.
See Techland’s physical-edition announcement and Super Rare Games for the announced retailer and ordering information; availability and delivery terms may change.
Quick Recap
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- KEY FEATURES:Enhanced Version of the Game - Dying Light is now bigger, better and scarier than ever before. Enjoy the ultimate zombie experience as you scavenge for supplies, craft weapons, and do anything you can to survive in a city ravaged by the zombie virus.Expanded with Dying Light: The Following - Discover the untold chapter of Kyle Crane's story thanks to this massive expansion. Investigate a mysterious cult as you leave the quarantine zone and travel to the seemingly serene countryside - a region bigger than all areas of the original game combined!Drive to Survive - Dying Light: The Following introduces the drivable dirt buggy that you can freely customise and upgrade with special weapons, attachments and decals to create your most deadly weapon yet.All DLCs and Updates - Get all the additional content ever released for Dying Light in one go, including the Be the Zombie multiplayer mode, the Cuisine & Cargo challenge missions, the Ultimate Survivor Bundle, The Bozak Horde game mode, and much more.
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- - You are Kyle Crane, and after years of brutal experiments, you want revenge.
- - Experience a unique blend of open world and survival horror as you hunt down the man who transformed you into half man, half beast.
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