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Dying Light: The Beast vs Far Cry 6
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Release Date | |
Sep 19, 2025 | Oct 7, 2021 |
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Techland | Ubisoft Toronto, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Berlin, Ubisoft Philippines, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Odesa, Ubisoft Winnipeg, Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Quebec, Red Storm Entertainment |
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Techland | Ubisoft |
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Action RPG, Survival Horror, Open World, First-Person | Action-Adventure, Open World, First-Person Shooter |
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C-Engine | Dunia 2 Engine |
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M (Mature 17+) | Mature 17+ |
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4.9 / 5.0 | 3.8 / 5.0 |
Current Price (USD) | |
$59.99 | $59.99 |
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Skills & Progression | |
Progression is divided between two distinct skill trees: Survivor and Beast. The Survivor tree enhances parkour, crafting, and combat finishers. The unique Beast tree allows players to unlock devastating abilities tied to Crane's infection, such as a ground slam and the ability to hurl large objects. The stamina system has also been reworked to allow for uninhibited parkour traversal outside of combat. |
Ability progression is tied to collected Gear pieces and weapon modifications rather than traditional skill trees tied to player XP. Players increase their rank by earning XP, which unlocks access to better gear and weapons from vendors. Resolver weapons and Supremo backpacks provide unique, powerful active abilities and are crafted/upgraded at workbenches using gathered resources like Depleted Uranium. |
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World & Level Design | |
The game is set in a new, handcrafted open-world location called Castor Woods. Inspired by the Swiss Alps, this sprawling valley features diverse biomes, including a tourist town, industrial areas, farmlands, murky swamps, and a national park. The rural setting offers a different parkour and survival experience compared to the dense cities of previous games. |
Yara is the largest Far Cry setting to date, a vast open world featuring diverse environments: jungles, beaches, rural areas, and the urban capital city of Esperanza. The world is divided into main regions, each controlled by a member of Castillo's regime and containing various activities like FND bases (outposts), checkpoints, and treasure hunts. |
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Multiplayer Details | |
The entire game campaign is playable in four-player online co-op. The system features 'shared progression,' meaning all character development and mission completion carry over between solo and co-op sessions. |
Features a two-player online cooperative mode for the main campaign and separate cooperative Special Operations missions accessible from camps. |
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Available Editions | |
The game is available in a Standard Edition and a Deluxe Edition. The Deluxe Edition includes the Official Soundtrack, a digital artbook, a digital map, and the 'Castor Woods Prepper Bundle' of in-game cosmetic and weapon items. A 'Hero of Harran' bundle is available as a pre-order bonus. |
Available in Standard, Deluxe, Gold, and Game of the Year Editions. Deluxe includes the Ultimate Pack (cosmetic items). Gold includes the Season Pass (3 villain DLCs and Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon Classic Edition). Game of the Year includes the base game, Season Pass, Ultimate Pack, and the Lost Between Worlds expansion. |
Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
While 'The Beast' itself evolved from a DLC into a standalone game, Techland's history of long-term support suggests that post-launch content and updates are likely. |
Post-launch support includes a Season Pass with three major DLCs focused on past Far Cry villains (Vaas: Insanity, Pagan: Control, Joseph: Collapse). A standalone expansion, 'Lost Between Worlds', was also released, adding a new storyline and area. Free updates added Special Operations, crossover missions (e.g., Danny Trejo, Stranger Things, Rambo), New Game Plus, and other features. |
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Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
N/A | Utilizes the Dunia 2 engine to render a visually rich open world with dense vegetation, urban environments, dynamic weather, and lighting. Supports DirectX Raytracing for enhanced shadows and reflections on PC. Features detailed character models and animations. |
Audio & Soundtrack | |
N/A | Features an original score composed by Pedro Bromfman. Includes in-game radio stations with a variety of Latin music genres. Sound design emphasizes the environment and dynamic shifts during combat or stealth. |
User Interface (UI/UX) | |
N/A | Standard first-person HUD showing health, ammo, mini-map, and objectives. Includes menus for inventory, map, gear loadouts, crafting, and abilities. Designed to provide essential information without being overly cluttered during intense action. |
Accessibility Options | |
N/A | Includes customizable controls (remapping, aim assist), adjustable difficulty settings, and various subtitle options (size, background). |
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settings_applications System Requirements | |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (1080p @ 30fps, LOW settings) (Low Preset.) CPU: The official minimum CPU required to play the game. CPU (Laptop): A modern performance-tier laptop CPU is the minimum. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. GPU (Laptop): A mid-range dedicated gaming laptop GPU is needed. RAM: 16GB RAM is the official minimum requirement. Storage: An SSD is required. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-13400F or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (6GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB) or RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB SSD | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (~60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p at 60 FPS. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range to high-end laptop CPUs for smoother 1080p gameplay. Modern laptop CPUs will easily exceed this. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p at 60 FPS. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs for recommended 1080p. Modern RTX 3060/4060 Mobile at high TGPs will perform at or above this level. RAM: Recommended RAM for smoother performance. Storage: SSD strongly recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X @ 3.8 GHz or Intel Core i7-7700 @ 3.6 GHz developer_boardGPU: AMD RX Vega 64 (8 GB) or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (8 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (High TGP) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6-8GB, High TGP) / AMD Radeon RX 5700M equivalent or better layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (~30 FPS, Low Preset) (Low Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for 1080p at 30 FPS. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent for minimum 1080p performance. Performance varies. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p at 30 FPS. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for minimum performance targets. Performance depends on TGP. RAM: Minimum RAM requirement. Storage: HDD is minimum, SSD recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 3 1200 @ 3.1 GHz or Intel Core i5-4460 @ 3.2 GHz developer_boardGPU: AMD RX 460 (4 GB) or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (4 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-7300HQ / AMD Ryzen 3 3300U equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile (4GB) / GTX 1650 Mobile / AMD Radeon RX 560M equivalent or better layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended (1440p @ 60fps, MEDIUM settings) (Medium Preset.) CPU: The official recommended desktop CPU for a smooth experience. CPU (Laptop): A modern, high-performance laptop CPU is recommended for this tier. GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for 1440p Medium settings at 60 FPS. GPU (Laptop): A powerful modern laptop GPU is needed for a high-quality 1440p experience. RAM: 16GB RAM is officially recommended for optimal performance. Storage: An SSD is required for this tier. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-13400F or AMD Ryzen 7 7700 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-13700H / AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop (8GB, High TGP) or RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB SSD | — |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended 1440p (~60 FPS, High Preset, RT On) (High Preset, DirectX Raytracing On) CPU: Desktop CPU recommendation for 1440p with RT. CPU (Laptop): Estimated high-performance laptop CPUs for 1440p RT. GPU: Desktop GPU recommendation for 1440p with RT. GPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop GPUs for 1440p RT. Performance will depend heavily on RT settings and TGP. RTX 3080 Mobile and 4080 Mobile offer good performance in this tier. RAM: 16GB RAM required. Storage: SSD recommended. HD textures require extra space and higher VRAM. | |
— | memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X @ 3.7 GHz or Intel Core i5-10600 @ 4.1 GHz developer_boardGPU: AMD RX 6900 XT (16 GB) or NVIDIA RTX 3070 (8 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS/HX equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (8-16GB, High TGP) / RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, High TGP) / AMD Radeon RX 6800M (12GB) equivalent or better layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) + 37 GB for HD textures (optional) |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended 1440p (~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, No RT) (Ultra Preset, DirectX Raytracing Off) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1440p at 60 FPS. CPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop CPUs suitable for 1440p. Modern laptop CPUs will comfortably handle this. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1440p at 60 FPS. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance laptop GPUs for 1440p Ultra. Modern RTX 3070/4070 Mobile at sufficient TGPs will perform around or better than this. RAM: 16GB RAM required. Storage: SSD recommended. HD textures require extra space and higher VRAM. | |
— | memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X @ 3.8 GHz or Intel Core i7-9700 @ 3.6 GHz developer_boardGPU: AMD RX 5700 XT (8 GB) or NVIDIA RTX 2070 SUPER (8 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Mobile (High TGP) / RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) / AMD Radeon RX 6800M equivalent or better layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) + 37 GB for HD textures (optional) |
2160p (UHD/4K) - High (4K @ 60fps, HIGH settings) (High Preset.) CPU: The official high-spec CPU. CPU (Laptop): A top-tier laptop CPU is required to pair with a high-end mobile GPU. GPU: The official high-spec GPU. GPU (Laptop): A flagship mobile GPU is required for playable 4K framerates. RAM: 32 GB RAM is the official high-spec requirement. Storage: An SSD is required. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 9 7800X3D developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE (12GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-13900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX or newer. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB) or higher. layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB SSD | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra 4K (~30 FPS, Ultra Preset, RT On) (Ultra Preset, DirectX Raytracing On) CPU: Desktop CPU recommendation for 4K with RT. CPU (Laptop): Estimated top-tier laptop CPUs for 4K, though GPU is the primary factor. GPU: Desktop GPU recommendation for 4K with RT. GPU (Laptop): Estimated highest-end laptop GPUs needed for 4K with RT, performance highly dependent on settings and TGP. RTX 3080 Mobile and 4080 Mobile with max VRAM will perform well here. RAM: 16GB RAM required. Storage: SSD recommended. HD textures require extra space and 12GB+ VRAM. | |
— | memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X @ 3.7 GHZ or Intel Core i7-9700K @ 3.6 GHz developer_boardGPU: AMD RX 6800 (16 GB) or NVIDIA RTX 3080 (10 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (16GB, High TGP) / RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, High TGP) layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) + 37 GB for HD textures (optional) |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra 4K (~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, RT On, HD Textures) (Ultra Preset, DirectX Raytracing On, HD Textures Enabled) CPU: Higher-end desktop CPU recommended for 4K/60 FPS with RT and HD textures. CPU (Laptop): Top-tier laptop CPUs for 4K/60 FPS, though GPU is the primary factor. GPU: Desktop GPU recommendation for 4K/60 FPS with RT and HD textures. Note VRAM requirement. RTX 3080 Ti/3090/4080/4090 or RX 6900 XT/7900XT/7900XTX are better suited for consistent 4K/60 RT+HD. [4, 6] GPU (Laptop): Highest-end laptop GPUs required for targeting 4K/60 FPS with RT and HD textures. Requires high TGP and sufficient VRAM (12GB+ for HD Textures at 4K). RAM: 16GB RAM required. Storage: SSD required for HD Texture Pack. | |
— | memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X @ 3.8 GHz or Intel Core i7-10700K @ 3.8 GHz developer_boardGPU: AMD RX 6800 (16 GB) or NVIDIA RTX 3080 (10 GB) - VRAM NOTE: 16GB VRAM is needed for 4K HD Textures. RTX 3090 (24GB) / RX 7900XT (20GB) recommended for best experience. laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX or higher laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile (16GB, High TGP) / RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB+ VRAM models) / RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, High TGP) layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 170 GB SSD |
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Spec: 100 GB available space (SSD Required) Note: A fast SSD is a mandatory requirement to handle the streaming of the large, handcrafted open world. Type: SSD | Spec: 60 GB available space (SSD Recommended). 170 GB for HD Texture Pack. Note: SSD is recommended. The optional HD Texture Pack requires significantly more space and a higher VRAM GPU. Type: SSD |
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Spec: Windows 10 / 11 64-bit Explanation: A modern 64-bit OS is a firm requirement. | Spec: Windows 10 (20H1 version or newer, 64-bit versions) Explanation: Only 64-bit Windows 10 or newer is supported. |
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Spec: DirectX 12 Ultimate Explanation: DirectX 12 Ultimate is required for next-gen features like Raytraced Global Illumination. | Spec: DirectX 12 Explanation: DirectX 12 is required. |
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