What changed in Dying Light in 2016

153 updates · 39 main milestones · Jan 12, 2016 to Dec 21, 2016

  1. 2 events
    Zombiefest #2 Event Announcementseasonal event

    Participate in the second global Be the Zombie event from Dec 23-26, featuring new tactical gameplay.

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    Zombiefest #2 Event Announcementseasonal event

    Participate in the second global Be the Zombie event from Dec 23-26, featuring new tactical gameplay.

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  2. 14 events
    Crossplay FunctionalitynetworkMilestone

    Mac users can join PC players for co-op and PvP action via crossplay.

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    Crossbuy SupportsystemMilestone

    Current and new owners can play on either Mac or PC interchangeably.

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    Introduction of Nightmare Modenew contentMilestone

    A brand-new difficulty level called Nightmare Mode has been added.

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    Crossplay FunctionalitynetworkMilestone

    Mac users can join PC players for co-op and PvP action via crossplay.

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    New Bounty Systemnew content

    An all-new Bounty system has been introduced.

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    Dying Light: The Following Enhanced Edition for macOSdlc releaseMilestone

    Dying Light: The Following Enhanced Edition is now available for macOS users with full crossplay and crossbuy capabilities.

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    250 Special Legend Levelsnew content

    Players can unlock 250 special Legend Levels.

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    Dying Light: The Following Enhanced Edition for macOSdlc releaseMilestone

    Dying Light: The Following Enhanced Edition is now available for macOS users with full crossplay and crossbuy capabilities.

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    250 Special Legend Levelsnew content

    Players can unlock 250 special Legend Levels.

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    Crossbuy SupportsystemMilestone

    Current and new owners can play on either Mac or PC interchangeably.

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    Gameplay and Performance Enhancementsbalance change

    Includes many gameplay and performance enhancements.

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    Introduction of Nightmare Modenew contentMilestone

    A brand-new difficulty level called Nightmare Mode has been added.

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    Gameplay and Performance Enhancementsbalance change

    Includes many gameplay and performance enhancements.

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    New Bounty Systemnew content

    An all-new Bounty system has been introduced.

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  3. 5 events
    Community Bounty #3: CARnage Eventseasonal event

    Participate in the CARnage event to help the community defeat 1,000,000 zombies and earn the exclusive Lemon Paint Job.

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    Buggy Weapon Boosts for CARnage Eventbalance change

    Major boosts to buggy weapons: Electric Cage, Mines, and Flamethrower available during the event.

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    Community Bounty #3: CARnage Eventseasonal event

    Participate in a special in-game event to help the community defeat 1,000,000 zombies.

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    Exclusive Lemon Paint Job Rewardnew content

    Win an exclusive Lemon Paint Job for your buggy by participating in the event.

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    Buggy Weapons Boostbalance change

    Major boost to buggy weapons including the Electric Cage, Mines, and Flamethrower during the event.

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  4. 11 events
    Buggy Parts Loss Fixbug fix

    Fixed losing buggy parts after playing Be the Zombie.

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    Stability Improvementsperformance

    Various stability improvements including co-op.

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    Buggy Paintjob Replication Fixbug fix

    Fixed buggy paintjob replication.

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    Minor Tweaks and Fixeschanges

    Minor tweaks and fixes applied.

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    Balance Tweaks for Be the Zombie Modebalance change

    Various balance tweaks regarding Be the Zombie mode.

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    Buggy Paintjob Replication Fixbug fix

    Fixed buggy paintjob replication.

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    Minor Fixes Improving Balancebalance change

    Minor fixes improving balance.

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    Be the Zombie Mode Balance Tweaksbalance change

    Various balance tweaks regarding Be the Zombie mode.

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    Buggy Parts Loss Fixbug fix

    Fixed losing buggy parts after playing Be the Zombie.

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    Stability Improvementsperformance

    Various stability improvements including co-op.

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    Minor Tweaks and Fixesother

    Minor tweaks and fixes.

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  5. 17 events
    Example Map Updated to The Following Versionnew content

    Includes buggy, driver skills, and example track.

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    Added Missing Weapons' Textures to Editorbug fix
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    Tiny Objects fix and added 4 new layersbug fix
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    AI Presets Configurable in HumanAI.pre Fileai
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    Driving system modification option addedgameplay

    Players can freely modify the driving system for buggies in PvP scenarios.

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    Added missing weapons' textures to the editorbug fix
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    Example map updated to The Following versionchanges

    Example map now includes buggy, driver skills, and example track.

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    Multiplayer fix on workshop mapsbalance change
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    Tiny Objects Fix and Added 4 New Layersbug fix
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    All-terrain buggies available in Developer Toolsnew content

    Players can now use all-terrain buggies from Dying Light: The Following in custom maps.

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    Multiplayer Fix on Workshop Mapsbug fix
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    All The Following and The Bozak Horde Assets Availablenew content
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    Multiplayer mode disabled when cheats are enabledgameplay
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    Added 'Following' Collection to Editorgameplay
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    Multiplayer Mode Disabled When Cheats Are Enabledbug fix
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    AI presets configurable in HumanAI.pre fileai
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    Buggy Unlocked for Developer Toolsnew content

    Players can now use all-terrain buggies from Dying Light: The Following in custom maps.

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  6. 8 events
    Harran Ranger Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Includes a new buggy paint job, character outfit, weapon blueprint, and four arrow blueprints.

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    Fixed disappearing buggy paintjobs in co-opbug fix
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    Fixed disappearing buggy paintjobs in co-opbug fix
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    Volatile Hunter Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Includes fluorescent outfit, special weapons, and buggy paint job.

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    Gun Psycho Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Includes a new buggy paint job, character outfit, and weapon blueprint.

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    Gun Psycho Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Features Gun Psycho outfit, Marksman Rifle with reflex sight, and buggy paint job.

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    Volatile Hunter Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Includes a new buggy paint job, character outfit, and blueprints for new weapons.

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    Harran Ranger Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Includes new camo outfit, Ranger Bow, buggy paint job, and blueprints for arrows.

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  7. 8 events
    Fixed Rare Bug in Be the Zombie Matchbug fix

    Resolved issue causing loss of all equipped car parts.

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    Various Stability Improvementsperformance

    Includes improvements for co-op play.

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    Various Stability Improvementsperformance

    Improvements including co-op stability.

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    Fixed Movies Not Playing in Skill Details Sub-menu on Linuxbug fix
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    Chromatic Aberration Toggle Addedui ux
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    Fixed Bug Causing Loss of Car Parts in Be the Zombie Matchbug fix

    Fixed a rare bug causing loss of all equipped car parts during a Be the Zombie match.

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    Fixed Movies Not Playing in Skill Details Sub-menubug fix

    Specific fix for Linux users.

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    Chromatic Aberration Toggle Addedui ux
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  8. 16 events
    Added NVIDIA Percentage Closer Soft Shadows (PCSS)graphics
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    Added new community created mapsnew content
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    Removed common duplication exploitsbug fix
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    Fixed quest progression issues in certain situationsbug fix
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    Added NVIDIA Percentage Closer Soft Shadows (PCSS)graphics
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    Added new community created mapsnew content
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    Balance and progression tweaksbalance change
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    Balance and progression tweaksbalance change
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    Fixed quarantine zones not being playable more than oncebug fix
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    Various stability improvements, including co-opperformance
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    Minor tweaks and fixes improving the gamechanges
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    Fixed quarantine zones not being playable more than oncebug fix
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    Various stability improvements, including co-opperformance
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    Removed common duplication exploitsbug fixMilestone
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    Minor tweaks and fixes improving the gamechanges
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    Fixed quest progression issues in certain situationsbug fix
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  9. 4 events
    Steam Workshop and Developer Tools Reactivatedmodding

    Dying Light Developer Tools and Steam Workshop content have been reactivated and updated with assets from Dying Light: The Following.

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    Custom Maps Available for All Playersmodding

    Players without Dying Light: The Following can still use Dev Tools and access custom maps on Steam Workshop.

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    Steam Workshop and Developer Tools Reactivatedmodding

    Dying Light Developer Tools and Steam Workshop content have been reactivated and updated with assets from Dying Light: The Following.

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    Custom Maps Available for All Playersmodding

    Players without Dying Light: The Following can still use Dev Tools and access custom maps on Steam Workshop.

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  10. 6 events
    Fixed Infinite Loading or Crash Issuebug fixMilestone

    Resolved a rare issue that caused infinite loading or crashes when starting the game.

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    Fixed Textures Streaming Issue on Linuxbug fix

    Addressed a textures streaming issue specific to Linux.

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    Fixed Infinite Loading or Crash Issuebug fix

    Resolved a rare issue that caused infinite loading or crashes when starting the game.

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    Fixed Textures Streaming Issue on Linuxbug fix

    Addressed a textures streaming issue specific to Linux.

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    Disabled VAC for LAN Coopnetwork

    VAC has been disabled when playing coop on LAN.

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    Disabled VAC for LAN Coopnetwork

    VAC has been disabled when playing coop on LAN.

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  11. 52 events
    Legend System Introducednew contentMilestone

    New skill tree unlocked after maxing one of the base skill trees.

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    #DrinkForDLC Contentnew contentMilestone

    Includes a new quest in Old Town, a water balloon item, and two new water challenges.

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    Various Balance Tweaksbalance change

    Adjustments to player development, economy, and weapons/crafting balance.

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    Community Created Maps Addednew content

    Select maps created by the community are now included.

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    New Weapons Introducednew contentMilestone

    Includes firearms, melee weapons, and crossbows.

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    Post Process Effect Customizationvisuals

    Includes sepia, black&white, poster, and other effects.

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    New NPC Modelsnew content

    Enhanced models for non-playable characters.

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    New Parkour Moves Animationsnew content

    Added new animations for parkour moves.

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    #DrinkForDLC Contentnew contentMilestone

    New quest in Old Town, water balloon item for electricity effect on zombies, and two new water challenges.

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    Improved Human Enemy AIai

    Enhancements made to the AI of human enemies.

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    Temporary Disablement of Developer Tools & Steam Workshopsystem

    Due to changes in the Enhanced Edition, Developer Tools and Steam Workshop content will be temporarily disabled.

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    New Explorable Regionnew contentMilestone

    A new explorable region larger than all areas of the original game combined will be added.

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    Improved Human Enemy AIai
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    Dying Light: The Following – Enhanced Edition ReleaseotherMilestone

    Enhanced Edition launching on February 9, 2016, includes new features and content.

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    Community Created Maps Addednew content

    Select community created maps have been added into the game.

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    Valve Anti Cheat Support Addedsystem
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    New Weapons Addednew content

    Introduction of new firearms, melee weapons, and crossbows.

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    Various Stability Improvementsbug fix

    Includes improvements for co-op gameplay.

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    Dying Light: The Following – Enhanced Editiondlc releaseMilestone

    The Enhanced Edition will include the main game, the expansion, and additional content.

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    Improved Fighting Against Human Enemies and Viralsbalance change
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    Audio Upgradesaudio

    Improvements made to the game's audio.

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    Dying Light: The Following – Enhanced Edition Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Launch of the Enhanced Edition featuring Legendary Levels and other improvements.

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    New Storyline for Kyle Cranenew contentMilestone

    A new storyline for protagonist Kyle Crane will be included in the expansion.

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    Dying Light: The Following Expansion Release Datedlc releaseMilestone

    The expansion pack Dying Light: The Following will launch worldwide on February 9th, 2016.

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    Nightmare Difficulty Level Addednew content
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    Enhanced Facial Expressionsvisuals

    Improvements made to facial expressions of characters.

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    Enhanced Facial Expressionsvisuals
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    Dying Light: The Following – Enhanced Editiondlc releaseMilestone

    The Enhanced Edition will include the main game, the expansion, and additional content.

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    Improved Combat Against Human Enemies and Viralsbug fix

    Enhancements made to fighting mechanics against human enemies and virals.

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    Various Balance Tweaksbalance change

    Adjustments made to player development, economy, and weapons/crafting balance.

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    New Drivable All-Terrain Buggiesnew contentMilestone

    The expansion introduces drivable all-terrain buggies.

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    New Drivable All-Terrain Buggiesnew contentMilestone

    The expansion introduces drivable all-terrain buggies.

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    New Parkour Moves Animationsnew content

    Added new animations for parkour moves.

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    Bounties System Implementednew content
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    Support for Dying Light: The Following Expansion Packnew contentMilestone
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    Improved Volatile AIai
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    Valve Anti Cheat Support Addedsystem

    Integration of Valve Anti Cheat support.

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    Developer Tools & Steam Workshop Temporarily Disabledother

    Due to changes in the Enhanced Edition, these features will be unavailable until an update is launched.

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    Larger New Explorable Regionnew contentMilestone

    The expansion features a new explorable region larger than all areas of the original game combined.

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    Dying Light: The Following Expansion Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    The expansion pack Dying Light: The Following will launch worldwide on February 9th, 2016.

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    Improved Volatile AIai

    Enhancements made to the AI of Volatiles.

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    Free Enhancements for All Playersquality of life

    All Dying Light players will be able to download enhancements to the original game for free.

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    New NPC Modelsnew content

    Introduction of new models for NPCs.

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    Audio Upgradesaudio
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    Legend System Introducednew contentMilestone

    New skill tree unlocked after maxing one of the base skill trees, along with a Nightmare difficulty level and Bounties system.

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    Introduction of Legendary Levelsnew contentMilestone

    250 additional levels for character development with new weapons, outfits, emblems, and skills.

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    Post Process Effect Customizationvisuals

    New customization options for post process effects including sepia, black&white, and poster effects.

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    Free Enhancements for All Playersquality of life

    All Dying Light players will be able to download the enhancements to the original game for free.

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    New Storyline for Kyle Cranenew contentMilestone

    A new storyline for protagonist Kyle Crane will be included in the expansion.

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    Introduction of Legendary Levelsnew contentMilestone

    250 additional levels to develop your character with new weapons, outfits, emblems, and skills.

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    Dying Light: The Following - Enhanced Edition Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Dying Light: The Following - Enhanced Edition is now available on Steam.

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    Stability Improvementsbug fix

    Various stability improvements, including for co-op mode.

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  12. 10 events
    Fixed Tall Grass Disappearing Issuebug fix

    Resolved an issue where tall grass would disappear when using brushes.

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    Co-op and PvP Support Added to Custom Mapsnew contentMilestone

    Players can now enable co-op and PvP on their custom maps using specific quest phase scripts.

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    Fixed Time and Weather Forcing in Level Attributesbug fix

    Corrected the parameters for forcing time and weather in level attributes.

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    Improved Terrain Texture Blendingperformance
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    Fixed Tall Grass Disappearing Issuebug fix

    Resolved an issue where tall grass would disappear when using brushes.

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    Fixed Time and Weather Forcing Parametersbug fix

    Resolved issues with forcing time and weather in level attributes.

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    Improved Terrain Texture Blendingperformance
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    First PvP-Ready Map 'Don't Drown' Availablenew content

    The first PvP-ready map created by RabidSquirrel is now available on the Steam Workshop.

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    First PvP-Ready Map 'Don't Drown' Availablenew content

    The first PvP-ready map created by RabidSquirrel is now available on the Steam Workshop.

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    Co-op and PvP Support Added to Custom Mapsnew contentMilestone

    Players can now enable co-op and PvP on their custom maps using the new quest phase 'pvp'.

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