Nathan Lemaire, game director of Dying Light: The Beast, walks us through the arsenal players will wield in Techland's upcoming standalone first-person hybrid of melee combat, shooting, and parkour. This open-world action-adventure once again puts players in the shoes of Kyle Crane, now transformed into the titular Beast and seeking vengeance against those who experimented on him.
Enhanced Weapon Mechanics
The development team has focused on creating weapons with greater environmental impact than previous Dying Light titles, featuring everything from flamethrowers to brutal melee weapons with visible wear. Watch the trailer above, and don't miss our exclusive 30-minute extended gameplay showcase below.
For more exclusive content, check out our hands-on preview featuring combat against one of the formidable Chimeras, plus our in-depth breakdown video analyzing these devastating boss fights.
Dying Light: The Beast launches August 22 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Keep watching IGN throughout June for additional exclusive reveals and gameplay insights.
