What changed in Dying Light in 2020
136 updates · 24 main milestones · Jan 27, 2020 to Dec 28, 2020
- 3 eventsSecond Christmas Event in Harranseasonal event
Collect Christmas presents and earn rewards during the holiday event.
SteamPersonal Goal: Collect 20 Christmas presentsgameplayPlayers can collect 20 Christmas presents for a holiday outfit reward.
SteamGlobal Goal: Collect 2,500,000 Christmas presentsgameplayPlayers must collectively collect 2,500,000 Christmas presents to unlock Grandma's Eggnog blueprint.
Steam - 3 eventsFrosthander Sword Rewardnew content
Collect 20 Christmas presents to earn the Frosthander sword, which can freeze enemies on hit.
SteamSnowball Blueprint Rewardnew contentGlobal goal to collect 2,500,000 Christmas presents to unlock the Snowball blueprint.
SteamChristmas in Harran Eventseasonal eventHelp Supercrane collect Christmas presents from zombies and earn rewards.
Steam - 5 eventsCARnage Event Durationseasonal event
Event runs from December 14th, 19:00 CEST to December 21st, 19:00 CEST.
SteamGlobal Goal for CARnage EventgameplayKill 4,000,000 zombies with buggy weapons to earn 3 gold weapons.
SteamCARnage Event Launchseasonal eventParticipate in the CARnage event to kill zombies using buggy weapons and earn rewards.
SteamNew Buggy Weapons for CARnagenew contentUse various buggy weapons like flamethrowers, electric cages, and mines to kill zombies.
Steam - 3 eventsOption to Turn Off Event Participationquality of life
Players can turn off event participation in the main menu under Options > Online.
SteamViral Rush Event Goals and Rewardsseasonal eventPersonal goals include killing 50 Virals or clearing quarantine zones, with rewards of Gold Items. Global goal is to kill 50,000,000 Virals for Gold Blueprints.
SteamLeft 4 Dead 2 Crossover Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Left 4 Dead 2 crossover event is back, featuring the Viral Rush event with personal and global goals.
Steam - 3 eventsGrappling Hook Boostgameplay
Cooldowns removed and range increased for the grappling hook, allowing for new gameplay mechanics and easier enemy finishers.
SteamSupercrane Eventseasonal eventLimited-time event from December 3rd to December 10th with goals to throw zombies from rooftops for rewards.
SteamSecret Agent Bundle Releasedlc releaseMilestoneNew bundle includes Savoir Vivre cane, Torn Whisper silenced pistol, Soaring Death SMG, Secret Agent player skin, and Covert Crash buggy skin.
Steam - 4 eventsCommunity Challenge: Kill 25,000,000 Zombiesgameplay
The community must kill 25,000,000 zombies to earn a Gold Weapon.
SteamCzech Subtitles AddedlocalizationCzech language support has been added to the subtitle settings.
SteamPersonal Challenge: Kill 100 ZombiesgameplayPlayers can complete a personal challenge by killing 100 zombies to earn a Bullseye shotgun.
SteamHyperMode Event Returnsseasonal eventThe HyperMode event allows players to knock zombies flying with one hit. Complete personal and community goals to earn rewards.
Steam - 3 eventsNew Costume - Rattynew content
Players can earn a new costume by collecting 30 Halloween Potions.
SteamCommunity Goal: Collect 1,000,000 Halloween PotionsgameplayThe community must collect a total of 1,000,000 Halloween Potions to unlock three King Mods.
SteamDying Light Halloween Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestoneAll Hallows’ Eve arrives with new challenges and rewards including pumpkin-head Volatiles and Halloween Potions.
Steam - 7 eventsViral Rush Event IntroducedgameplayMilestone
Experience the challenging Viral Rush event, where players face hordes of enraged zombies.
SteamQuarantine Zone ChallengesgameplayComplete specific Quarantine Zones to earn various Gold rewards.
SteamNew Shotgun Ammo Typenew contentA new type of shotgun ammo has been introduced to help players during the Viral Rush event.
SteamLeft 4 Dead 2 Crossover Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Left 4 Dead 2 crossover event is back, featuring new gameplay elements and challenges.
SteamNew Playable Models: Bill and Gnome Chompskinew contentBill and Gnome Chompski are now available as new playable models in Dying Light.
SteamPersonal Goal: Kill 50x ViralsgameplayComplete the personal goal of killing 50 Virals to earn Gold Gnome Gear.
SteamGlobal Event Goal: Kill 10,000,000 ViralsgameplayThe community must collectively kill 10,000,000 Virals to unlock rewards.
Steam - 4 eventsLocal Goal Reward: Volkan Combat Pistolgameplay
Finish off 100 zombies or bandits to receive the Volkan Combat Pistol from the new bundle.
SteamVolkan Combat Armor Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneIntroducing the Volkan Combat Armor Bundle featuring new weapons, armor, and a buggy paint job.
SteamHyperMode Event Returnsseasonal eventThe HyperMode event returns, allowing players to send enemies flying with kicks and punches.
SteamGlobal Goal Reward: C4 BlueprintgameplayReach 10,000,000 killed enemies to unlock the C4 blueprint as a reward.
Steam - 10 eventsAddition of New Bountiesnew contentSteamThree New Weapons Introducednew content
New weapons: Lightning Swan, Thunder Eagle, and Shock Bearer.
SteamContinuous Enemy Spawn During Minotaur FightgameplayEnemies will keep spawning while the Minotaur is alive.
SteamThree New Collectable Notesnew contentSteamFixed Achievement Bugsbug fixBugs in the achievements 'Well-read' and 'Throw me a bone' have been fixed.
SteamImproved Hard and Nightmare Modebalance changeAdjustments made to enhance gameplay in hard and nightmare modes.
Steam - 8 eventsNew Features in City of Corlinanew content
Includes new features such as fishing, farming, and crime scene investigation.
Steam33% Discount on Rais Elite BundleshopLimited time offer on the Rais Elite Bundle, including new weapons and outfit.
SteamCity of Corlina Community Map Releasenew contentMilestoneA brand-new community made map featuring a massive and beautiful new world with randomized missions, events, and airdrops.
SteamNew Wolfclaw Machete Blueprint Availablenew contentFind the Wolfclaw machete blueprint inside the airdrop crates.
Steam2x Drop Bonus on Medkits and Jewelsbalance changeAirdrop crates now contain a 2x drop bonus for medkits or jewels.
SteamNew Character, Difficulty, and Life Systemsnew contentIntroduction of new character, difficulty, and life systems in the City of Corlina.
SteamAirdrop Reinforcements Event Liveseasonal eventParticipate in the event with 2x drop bonuses and rare weapons while facing Rais's goon squads.
Steam - 6 eventsHellraid Launch on Consolesdlc releaseMilestone
Dying Light – Hellraid will launch on Xbox One and PS4 on August 14th.
SteamHellraid DLC Available on Steamdlc releaseMilestoneDying Light – Hellraid is now available for purchase on Steam.
SteamFree Content Expansion Planned for Hellraidnew contentFuture updates will include new ranks, weapons, collectible notes, and a bounty system.
SteamDying Light – Hellraid DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestoneIntroduces a new game mode and map, Ba’al’s Tower, infested with new enemies and featuring a new progression system.
SteamNew Weapons and Progression System in Hellraidnew contentMilestonePlayers can access new swords, axes, and hammers through a progression system in the Hellraid DLC.
SteamCo-op Mode for Up to 4 Playersnew contentHellraid DLC features a co-op mode allowing up to 4 players to enjoy the new content together.
Steam - 8 eventsGraphical Fixes for Loot Pouchesvisuals
Numerous graphical fixes, including making loot pouches look more medieval.
SteamUnique Animations for Skeleton Warriorsnew contentSkeleton warriors now have their own unique set of animations.
SteamHellraid DLC Releasenew contentMilestoneFull Hellraid DLC featuring a three-story dungeon, new monsters, and new weapons.
Steam - 1 eventDying Light – Hellraid Launch Date Announceddlc releaseMilestone
New game mode Dying Light – Hellraid will launch on August 13 for PC and August 14 for consoles.
Steam - 3 eventsZombie Slaughtering Challengesgameplay
Players can complete challenges to kill 200 zombies with bare fists and throw another 200 off buildings to earn gold-tier weapon dockets.
SteamSummer Madness Event Returnsseasonal eventThe Summer Madness event brings back two popular game modes – HyperMode and Super-Crane, allowing players to enjoy superhuman punches and enhanced grappling hook.
SteamCommunity Goal for Zombie KillsgameplayIf the community reaches a goal of 40,000,000 zombies killed, all participants will receive three additional gold weapon dockets.
Steam - 5 eventsBeta Access for Pre-ordersseasonal event
Pre-order Hellraid on Steam to receive beta access from June 26-29.
SteamNew Enemies and Weapons in Hellraidnew contentMilestoneIntroduction of new demonic enemies and fantasy weapons including swords, hammers, and axes.
SteamNew Progression System in HellraidgameplayMilestonePlayers will have to improve their rank to unlock new weapons and earn coins for rewards.
SteamCo-op Mode for HellraidgameplayHellraid can be played solo or in co-op mode with up to 4 players.
SteamHellraid DLC Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneNew game mode based on unreleased dark fantasy slasher Hellraid, featuring new enemies and weapons.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Weekend Eventseasonal event
Earn double experience points in Dying Light until June 22, 19:00 CEST.
Steam - 4 eventsPersonal Challenge: Kill 50 Zombiesseasonal event
Complete the challenge to earn a Gold Random Baseball.
SteamCommunity Goal: Kill 8,000,000 Zombiesseasonal eventAchieve the goal to earn a Gold Spectral Baseball.
SteamHyperMode Weapons Event: Baseball and Cricket Batsseasonal eventBaseball and cricket bats are back in HyperMode, allowing players to send enemies flying. Random bats available in airdrops.
SteamExclusive Spectral Baseball Batseasonal eventPlayers can earn a unique Spectral Baseball Bat that glows and retains HyperMode effects after the event.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Weekend Eventseasonal event
Earn double experience points in Dying Light for all skill trees, including Legend.
Steam - 1 eventDying Light – Hellraid DLC Announcementdlc releaseMilestone
New DLC Hellraid will expand the game with a dungeon map full of new enemies and weapons.
Steam - 3 eventsHarran Egg Hunt Eventseasonal event
Collect special Easter eggs and defeat little zombies dressed in white for rewards.
SteamOption to Disable Event Participationquality of lifePlayers can turn off event participation in the main menu.
SteamNew Combat Eggsnew contentEggs can be used in combat to poison, freeze, set on fire, or knock out enemies.
Steam - 4 eventsDouble XP During Unturned Crossover Eventgameplay
Players will receive double XP throughout the event period.
SteamOption to Turn Off Community Event Participationquality of lifePlayers can disable event participation in the main menu.
SteamFree Unturned Weapon Pack Availablenew contentIncludes three new low-poly weapons (Rake, Machete, Hockey Stick) and a unique outfit.
SteamApril Fools' Day Crossover Event with Unturnedseasonal eventParticipate in the crossover event by taking out Biters, Virals, and Volatiles to earn rewards.
Steam - 1 eventVolatile Hunter Bundle Available for Freedlc release
Claim the Volatile Hunter Bundle for free until April 7, which includes a new buggy paint job, character outfit, and blueprints for new weapons.
Steam - 3 eventsWorld's Best Crane Outfitnew content
Complete local bounty to receive the unique World's Best Crane outfit.
SteamHyperMode Madness Returns for Week #4seasonal eventParticipate in a week-long community event where players use fists as weapons to defeat zombies.
SteamSpectral Baseball Bat Rewardnew contentEarn the Spectral Baseball Bat by reaching the global goal during the HyperMode event.
Steam - 3 eventsHelp Gazi with Halva Questgameplay
Assist Gazi in collecting halva from zombies to complete a personal bounty for an exclusive blueprint.
SteamViral Rush Crossover Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Left 4 Dead 2 crossover event returns as Viral Rush, featuring aggressive undead and community goals.
SteamExclusive Blueprint for Last Hopenew contentPlayers can earn a blueprint for the Last Hope cleaver by killing Virals during the Viral Rush event.
Steam - 2 eventsCARnage Event Returns for Week #2seasonal event
Jump behind the wheel of your buggy and participate in the CARnage event, using vehicle weapons to defeat zombies.
SteamC4 Explosive Blueprint ExtendedgameplayThe Fort Jefferson Armory bounty for the C4 Explosive blueprint has been extended until the end of Week #2.
Steam - 24 eventsNew Types of Live Events Addednew contentMilestoneSteamNights Shortened by 25%balance changeSteamAdded Missing Particle Effectsvisuals
Added additional smoke and fire effects to various weapons.
SteamIntroduction of Story Mode DifficultygameplayA new difficulty level designed for story and exploration, making the game easier with various tweaks.
SteamLegend Experience Earned Decreased by 50%balance changeSteamNew Outfits Addednew contentMilestoneSteamMedkits Effectiveness Doubledbalance changeSteamMinor Bug Fixes Implementedbug fixSteamFall Damage Decreased by 50%balance changeSteamExperience Loss on Death Reduced by 50%balance changeSteamNew Weapons and Blueprints Addednew contentMilestoneSteamCharged Attacks Stamina Cost Reduced by 50%balance changeSteamNormal Attacks Stamina Cost Reduced by 25%balance changeSteamZombie Damage Decreased by 25%balance changeSteamSupport for Additional DocketsotherSteamPlayer Damage Increased by 50-100%balance changeSteamIntroduction of Story Mode Difficultynew contentMilestoneA new difficulty mode that alters various gameplay mechanics.
SteamNew C4 Explosive Blueprintnew contentEarn a brand new C4 Explosive blueprint by hunting Volatiles during the first week of the anniversary event.
SteamNew Explosive Device Addednew contentMilestoneSteamAirdrops Remain on Map Twice as Longbalance changeSteamTraders Pay Increased by 20%balance changeSteamDays Lengthened by 25%balance changeSteam5th Anniversary Month Celebrationseasonal eventMilestoneA month-long celebration featuring weekly global events and personal bounties related to fan-favorite characters.
SteamEnhanced Grappling Hooknew contentUse an enhanced grappling hook as Harran’s superhero during the anniversary event.
Steam - 2 eventsPersonal and Global Goals for Rewardsseasonal event
Players can achieve personal and global goals to earn rewards including 3 King weapon mods and the Leaping Tiger Dao item.
SteamHyperMode Returns with Double XPseasonal eventHyperMode is back, allowing players to enjoy superhuman strength and double experience points across all skill trees.
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