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"Dying Light: The Beast Trailer Hints at Game Setting"

by Oliver Apr 15,2025

"Dying Light: The Beast Trailer Hints at Game Setting"

In an exciting development, Timon Smektala, the game director behind the Dying Light franchise, revealed that the initial trailer for Dying Light: The Beast holds a hidden reference to the game's setting, which fans have yet to discover. This clue is intricately linked to the expansive forested region known as Castor Woods, with its precise location subtly hinted at through barely visible text within the video. Additionally, this textual clue might offer insights into the local dialect, potentially serving as the key to unraveling the mystery.

Speculation points toward the action taking place somewhere in Europe, yet the exact location remains a tantalizing mystery. While the debut trailer showcases various signs, buildings, and environmental details, players have found it challenging to pinpoint the specific reference. Previous Dying Light games drew inspiration from real-world locales; Harren in the original was modeled after Istanbul, Mumbai, and Wrocław, whereas Villedor in the sequel combined architectural influences from Germany, Belgium, and Poland.

Dying Light: The Beast is slated for a summer release on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms, though the precise date has not been revealed. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the series, and Techland has celebrated by rolling out special updates and events for fans, including a commemorative video thanking them for their continued support.