A release date for Dying Light: The Beast was officially revealed during Summer Game Fest 2025, and this new chapter in Techland's open-world zombie series will arrive on August 22 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.The standalone adventure sees the return of Kyle Crane, Dying Light's original protagonist, and is set in the rural location of Castor Woods. After escaping from a decade in captivity and the horrific experiments performed on him by the Baron, Crane makes his way to the once-bustling tourist destination in search of vengeance and finds it overrun with zombies.Like previous games, the infected people stalking the streets during the day will be the least of your worries, because once the sun sets, the worst of the zombie horde comes out to play. Fortunately, Crane has parkour skills and an off-road vehicle to help him outrun enemies, and when push comes to shove, the zombie DNA in his blood gives him an edge in combat.Techland's new trailer showed off Crane's savage side, as he can now tap into his rage-fueled powers to smash through zombies. If brute force isn't enough, Crane can also make use of various melee weapons and firearms to even the odds. Priced at $60 for the standard edition, preorders will unlock the Hero of Harran Bundle. This includes the following DLC:Ultimate Survivor OutfitHarran Combat KnifeThe Follower CrossbowIn Jade’s Memory PistolCastor Woods PatrolDying Light: The Beast is just one of several big reveals from Summer Game Fest 2025, and for more, you can check out our feature on all the announcements from the annual gaming showcase.