What changed in Dying Light in 2021
111 updates · 20 main milestones · Jan 18, 2021 to Dec 16, 2021
- 3 eventsSnow Ops DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestone
Bundle up with the new Snow Ops DLC, featuring new equipment and challenges.
SteamWinter Warrior Outfitnew contentMilestoneNew outfit that provides a 20% bonus to leveling up agility, power, survivor, and legend skill trees.
SteamSnowstorm Grenade Launchernew contentMilestoneA unique grenade launcher that freezes nearby enemies, with higher recoil and 6 grenades in the magazine.
Steam - 3 eventsHoliday Event in Harranseasonal event
A month-long holiday event featuring special powers and rewards.
SteamHyperMode with Fall Damage ReductiongameplayActive from 9.12 to 23.12, allows players to kill enemies with bare fists.
SteamSuper Crane Event AddedgameplayActive from 16.12 to 23.12, players must kill zombies by throwing them off roofs.
Steam - 15 eventsImproved navigation markers during Prologuequality of life
Added additional markers for better navigation.
SteamMinor bug fixesbug fixSteamChanged location of menu pop-up for Eventsui uxMenu pop-up location for Events has been changed.
SteamImproved navigation for Rahim’s parkour testquality of lifeEnhanced navigation during the parkour test in Prologue.
SteamAdded tutorial screen after Co-Opquality of lifeNew tutorial screen to show unlocking of additional content.
SteamDecreased health for first Goon encounterbalance changeFirst Goon encounter health decreased by 30% with increased hit reactions.
SteamIncreased durability for starting weaponsbalance changeStarting weapons now have increased durability.
SteamReset progress option for Hellraid story modequality of lifePlayers can now reset their progress in Hellraid story mode.
SteamDisabled bounties/events during Prologuequality of lifeBounties and events are disabled until Co-Op is unlocked.
Steam - 4 eventsDawnlight Pistol with Silver Bulletsnew content
A new pistol that can be loaded with silver bullets for enhanced damage.
SteamVan Crane Costume with Boomerang Skillnew contentA new costume that allows players to use a special 'boomerang' skill.
SteamHeart Piercer Crossbownew contentA crossbow that becomes more powerful and changes appearance at night.
Steam - 4 eventsGlobal Goal for Halloweengameplay
Collect 1 million trick-or-treat potions globally to earn rewards.
SteamHalloween Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneHalloween event featuring new goals and rewards, including special enemies and potions.
SteamVolatiles More Sensitive to SoundgameplayVolatiles are more sensitive to sounds during Halloween, making them easier to lure.
SteamLocal Goals for HalloweengameplayComplete local goals by killing Goons, Volatiles, and Virals for rewards.
Steam - 5 eventsThree New Potions Availablenew content
Three new potions—potion of endurance, potion of speed, and potion of power—are now available in Hellraid.
SteamNew Challenge Rooms with Portalsnew contentAdded three new portals leading to the new challenge rooms.
SteamAccess to Armory After Imprisonment Questnew contentPlayers will gain access to the armory once they’ve finished the Imprisonment quest.
SteamWand Mastery Skill Unlockednew contentPlayers can now unlock a new skill—Wand Mastery—to use the new weapon—Fire Wand.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Event Liveseasonal event
Earn double experience points for all activities in Dying Light, applicable to all skill trees including Legend.
Steam - 12 eventsV-27 Shifter Machetenew content
A machete that changes its effect after several consecutive hits.
SteamQuartermasters Equipped with New WeaponsgameplayQuartermasters now offer pistols and shotguns for players to grab as needed.
SteamAstronaut Bundle Availablenew contentA new Astronaut bundle featuring Volkan’s high-tech items is now available for players.
SteamNew Gameplay Mechanics During EventgameplayPlayers can take advantage of low gravity to deal with invaders and zombies more effectively.
SteamEvent Goals and RewardsgameplayLocal and global event goals set for killing enemies affected by low gravity with rewards including the V-27 Shifter machete and Kind Mods.
SteamV-23 Eraser Laser Riflenew contentA laser rifle that shoots laser ammo and has a chance to burn enemies.
SteamAmmo Refresh in Safe ZonesgameplayPlayers will have their ammo refreshed each time they enter a safe zone during the event.
SteamAstronaut Bundle Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneNew Astronaut bundle featuring advanced weapons and gear to combat space invaders.
SteamLow Gravity Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Low Gravity event introduces zero-G gameplay mechanics in Harran, allowing players to utilize high jumps and grappling hooks.
Steam - 4 events4th of July Fireworks Eventseasonal event
Celebrate Independence Day by using fireworks to kill zombies and earn rewards.
SteamLocal Goal: Kill 50 Zombies with FireworksgameplayKill 50 zombies using fireworks to receive a random golden melee weapon.
SteamInstant Kill with Bow and Crossbow HeadshotsgameplayAll bow and crossbow shots to the head will instantly kill enemies during the event.
SteamGlobal Goal: Kill 10,000,000 Zombies with FireworksgameplayHelp the community kill 10,000,000 zombies to earn 3 King Mods.
Steam - 6 eventsRGB AXE-Pad Weaponnew content
One-handed axe that applies shock damage after three consecutive hits.
SteamLED Meta Bow Weaponnew contentA glowing bow that allows for ranged attacks while keeping distance from enemies.
SteamSavvy Gamer Bundle Launchdlc releaseMilestoneNew bundle featuring unique weapons and outfits including RGB AXE-Pad, Next-Gen Maul, LED Meta Bow, and 1337 G4m3R outfit.
Steam - 3 eventsNew Goals for Rust Eventgameplay
Global and local goals introduced, including hunting bandits and collecting resources for blueprints.
SteamRust DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneA free DLC featuring unique items including the Heavy Plate outfit, Salvaged Cleaver, Custom SMG, Rust Assault Rifle, and Rust Bucket buggy.
SteamRust Crossover Event Launchedseasonal eventA crossover event where players can hunt down bandits and complete various goals for rewards, lasting until July 1.
Steam - 10 eventsIntroduced new Hellraid rank: Vanquishernew contentSteamAdded new sounds and animationsaudioSteamImplemented balance and visual changesbalance changeSteamEncounter new enemy: skeleton with a large shieldnew contentSteamAdded Story Mode to Hellraidnew contentMilestoneSteamPlayers can choose between Story Mode and Raid ModegameplaySteamMinor tweaks and bug fixesbug fixSteamAdded new weapons: bow, two-handed hammer, and stamina potionnew contentMilestoneSteamRemoved need to stash and retrieve equipment in Hellraidquality of lifeSteamLevel contours now appear on the minimapui uxSteam
- 6 eventsGlobal Goal: Hunt Down 1,000,000 Banditsseasonal event
A global goal to hunt down 1,000,000 bandits has been set, with rewards for participants.
SteamNew Weapons: Salvaged Cleaver, Custom SMG, and Rust Assault Riflenew contentThree new weapons have been added: Salvaged Cleaver, Custom SMG, and Rust Assault Rifle.
SteamRust Crossover Event and Free DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestoneThe Rust crossover event and free DLC featuring unique items and challenges are now live.
SteamNew Heavy Plate Outfit Availablenew contentPlayers can now equip the Heavy Plate outfit as part of the Rust DLC.
SteamNew Buggy Skin: Rust Bucketnew contentA new buggy skin called Rust Bucket is now available for players.
SteamNew Research and Raiding Bounties IntroducedgameplayPlayers can now complete new research and raiding bounties for rewards.
Steam - 5 eventsNew Easter Eggs with Combat Effectsnew content
Easter eggs can be used in combat to poison, freeze, set on fire, or knock out enemies.
SteamHarran Egg Hunt Eventseasonal eventParticipate in the annual Harran Egg Hunt to collect special Easter eggs and earn rewards.
SteamPersonal Bounty RewardsgameplayComplete personal bounties to earn a gold weapon and the Cock-A-Doodle-Do Outfit.
SteamOption to Disable Event Participationquality of lifePlayers can turn off event participation in the main menu.
Steam - 4 eventsGREcipe blueprint rewardnew content
Defeating Excavator Mike grants players a blueprint for a special mixture that provides infinite stamina.
SteamIntroducing Excavator Mike as a new enemynew contentExcavator Mike is a new undead GRE agent that players must defeat.
SteamKing Mod reward for retrieving air dropsnew contentPlayers can earn a King Mod by helping to retrieve enough supply drops during the event.
SteamZombie Hunt event livenew contentMilestoneThe second week of the Zombie Hunt event runs from March 3 to March 10, with a global goal to retrieve 1,000,000 air drops.
Steam - 6 eventsNew HTU Rifle - Guardiannew content
A new rifle with burst fire capability for the Harran Tactical Unit.
SteamHarran Tactical Unit Bundle Releasenew contentMilestoneNew bundle featuring elite police unit gear and vehicles.
SteamNew Buggy - Four-Wheelernew contentIntroducing the Four-Wheeler buggy with police lights effect.
Steam - 4 eventsZombie Hunt Event for Dying Light's Anniversaryseasonal event
Participate in the Zombie Hunt event to defeat Hothead Joe and help survivors for rewards.
SteamDefeat Hothead Joe for RewardsgameplayKill Hothead Joe to loot the 'HyperArgument' hammer and gain XP boosts.
SteamFree Weekend on Steamnew contentPlay Dying Light for free on Steam from February 25 for the entire weekend.
Steam - 11 eventsNew Player Skins: Björn the Warrior and Björn the Berserkernew content
Two high-end player skins available in the Viking: Raiders of Harran bundle.
SteamNew Buggy Skin: Reinennew contentA new buggy skin included in the Viking: Raiders of Harran bundle.
SteamCommunity Goals for Zombie KillsgameplayLocal goal: Kill 50 zombies with Trap Bombs for a Gold Dao Sword. Global goal: Kill 7,000,000 zombies for 3 King Mods.
SteamLunar Event Celebration for Chinese New Yearseasonal eventCelebrate the Year of the Ox with special in-game events and rewards.
SteamNew Fireworks Item Availablenew contentSpecial event item that lures monsters and sets them aflame.
SteamNew Shields: Asgard’s Protector and Asgard’s Wall of Firenew contentTwo new shields included in the Viking: Raiders of Harran bundle.
SteamNew One-Handed Swords: The Aesir and The Fiery Aesirnew contentTwo new one-handed swords available in the Viking: Raiders of Harran bundle.
SteamNew Two-Handed Heavy Axes: Ragnarök and Ashes of Ragnaröknew contentTwo new heavy axes included in the Viking: Raiders of Harran bundle.
SteamIncreased Trap Bomb Damage During Lunar Eventbalance changeTrap bombs will deal increased damage for the duration of the event.
SteamViking: Raiders of Harran Bundle Launchdlc releaseMilestoneIntroducing the 'Viking: Raiders of Harran' bundle featuring new outfits, weapons, and a buggy skin.
Steam - 1 eventDouble XP Week Eventseasonal event
Earn double experience points across all skill trees for one week.
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