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  1. Jan 29, 2015
    6
    I wouldn't recommend this game for what it's being advertised as. It's not much of a Survival game at all. Not much of an open world experience. Not much of a story. It is however a good combination of tried and true game mechanics in a zombie-afflicted fictional middle eastern city.

    I haven't tried Co-op, but considering it's nothing at all what's being advertised (as expected), there
    I wouldn't recommend this game for what it's being advertised as. It's not much of a Survival game at all. Not much of an open world experience. Not much of a story. It is however a good combination of tried and true game mechanics in a zombie-afflicted fictional middle eastern city.

    I haven't tried Co-op, but considering it's nothing at all what's being advertised (as expected), there was nothing within my soul telling me to bother trying it.

    It is however a good combination of tried and true.. oh yeah, I already said that. So anyways, if you liked playing every single Assassin's Creed, you'll probably like this game too. Especially if Zombies are also awesome in your book.

    If not, don't expect this game to give you any thrills outside of what I already mentioned. Not to say that I can't have fun with it, I just can't recommend it.
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  2. Jan 29, 2015
    9
    I had been keeping an eye on this title for the past year with high hopes, but a realistic expectations. I am only 5 hrs into the game, so take this review accordingly.

    The parkour is possibly the best in any game I can recall, and the fighting feels weighted very much in realism, aside from the leaping dodge moves you get early in game. Upgrading is fun, not too tedious, and really
    I had been keeping an eye on this title for the past year with high hopes, but a realistic expectations. I am only 5 hrs into the game, so take this review accordingly.

    The parkour is possibly the best in any game I can recall, and the fighting feels weighted very much in realism, aside from the leaping dodge moves you get early in game. Upgrading is fun, not too tedious, and really pays off in various ways. Story is solid, characters are not-too contrived and side missions are great.

    I think my biggest complaint would be lip sync animations, and that's about it. The game is surprising me with thoughtfulness of multi-tiered level design, but they don't over-do it. You may be a bit tired of climbing puzzles if you played Far Cry 3, 4 recently, but there aren't too many in my playthrough so far to turn me away. The world is quite immersive, with great lighting, good effects like fog, fire, electrocution etc... overall if you are into zombie games, this is your game. If not, I still consider it a must play for it's parkour survival feel and beautiful immersive surroundings.
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  3. Jan 29, 2015
    10
    So many things make this game perfect. Graphics on any next-gen console look amazing. Many people are trying to compare this to Dead Island, but thats impossible because of how different the game feels. The story is engaging and interesting to follow throughout along with the large number of side quests there are. This game dwarfs Dead Island by adding so many things that allow it toSo many things make this game perfect. Graphics on any next-gen console look amazing. Many people are trying to compare this to Dead Island, but thats impossible because of how different the game feels. The story is engaging and interesting to follow throughout along with the large number of side quests there are. This game dwarfs Dead Island by adding so many things that allow it to separate itself from the competition. Ive played very many zombie games and Horror games, but this is like the perfect blend of horror, survival, zombies, and human opposition. Expand
  4. Jan 29, 2015
    8
    I finally made an account after so many games with ignorant 0 reviews, one guy on here wrote about the pc port being horrible on the ps4 side. (Maybe you need a better pc bro). My honest review of this game is 7.5-8/10. I am very impressed with the graphics and being a fan of the dead island series despite its flaws you can tell techland put alot of effort into this game. The gameplay isI finally made an account after so many games with ignorant 0 reviews, one guy on here wrote about the pc port being horrible on the ps4 side. (Maybe you need a better pc bro). My honest review of this game is 7.5-8/10. I am very impressed with the graphics and being a fan of the dead island series despite its flaws you can tell techland put alot of effort into this game. The gameplay is fluid, the parkour is fun and at night it's a rush and the gameplay dynamics change to a more stealthier last of us feel, and then you get spotted and it becomes a frantic scramble to escape, something i was very impressed at how exciting it was. Dying loght is of the same vein as dead island: craftable weapon upgrades, skill trees, coop, all things that work very well. I get that there is one protagonist, but i wish it was more like dead island with class based skill trees, which in coop could have had a better dynamic with different skills and abilities. Although the story is better than DI its lacking, and my only other issue so far is character models. With such a pretty game it's a shame the human npcs are so generic without emotion, and the star of the show, the zombies are so repetitive, its a shame there aren't many different models so when they're in a group it looks more interesting than six bikini wearing zombies and 4 red shirt one armed zombies. All in all techlands clean slate departure from deep silvers control is a great start, if they listen to fans, dying light 2 could be the best open world zombie game yet! Expand
  5. Jan 29, 2015
    9
    I was VERY skeptical about Dying Light, more-so than any other games. I have been extremely disappointed with games on the PS4 so far.

    This game however, was a breath of fresh air. The graphics are top notch, and the story is not quiet what you would expect but still very intriguing. Combat is about what you would expect, but the visuals while running through the city is just
    I was VERY skeptical about Dying Light, more-so than any other games. I have been extremely disappointed with games on the PS4 so far.

    This game however, was a breath of fresh air. The graphics are top notch, and the story is not quiet what you would expect but still very intriguing.

    Combat is about what you would expect, but the visuals while running through the city is just stunning. This puts Dragon Age Inquisition to SHAME.

    If you liked the dead island series, or if you just like bashing zombies in the head with poles and wrenches, or savaging the city for parts and blueprints while creating contraptions to destroy hordes of zombies..

    You wont be disappointed
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  6. Jan 29, 2015
    10
    Once again do not listen to critics in regards to a game. This in every aspect is phenomenal and is easily one of the best zombie games ever made. It is visually stunning, zombie A.I. is intelligent and story mode and side missions are super intense and engaging. This game is worth every bit of your time and this is coming from someone who really isn't a fan of the zombie genre but lovesOnce again do not listen to critics in regards to a game. This in every aspect is phenomenal and is easily one of the best zombie games ever made. It is visually stunning, zombie A.I. is intelligent and story mode and side missions are super intense and engaging. This game is worth every bit of your time and this is coming from someone who really isn't a fan of the zombie genre but loves this game. Please take time to see for yourself! Expand
  7. Jan 29, 2015
    8
    After sorting out the install bug (PS4) and almost immediately uncovering another bug that kills you if you press kick while being crouched if you are on one of those areas that require you to crouch to pass. under the obstacle (You fall off the map to your death) I'm finding the game surprisingly fun and my fears that the weapon durability would make the game too much like the first deadAfter sorting out the install bug (PS4) and almost immediately uncovering another bug that kills you if you press kick while being crouched if you are on one of those areas that require you to crouch to pass. under the obstacle (You fall off the map to your death) I'm finding the game surprisingly fun and my fears that the weapon durability would make the game too much like the first dead island were not realized here instead they add just enough tension to otherwise easy combat mechanic. The game looks very good and so far has very little frame rate drops and the sounds and voices are superb. This is a long game with estimated 20- to 40 hours to finish it. And the game play is fun. The be the zombie mode is pretty fun and the zombie is really agile and overpowered unless players shine a UV light on you the you are basically dead so surprise is your friend.

    The story so far is good but predictable and that is OK as some things are expected to happen when the zombie apocalypse strikes. Co-op is fun and the game remains a threat to you if you are not careful but it does take some of the tension off the fighting.

    In all a good game with plenty to do and see. I give the game an 8 its a must buy for fans of zombie games but like I said in the beginning it does suffer some significant technical hiccups that hold it back from being scored higher. Definitely worth playing.
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  8. Jan 29, 2015
    10
    o jogo estĂ¡ incrivel demais, a ambientaĂ§Ă£o o clima de seriedade total da historia, tudo esta absolutamente perfeito, o mais legal Ă© quando tu ataca um zumbi e tu tem nitidamente aquele sentimento de que o zumbi esta sentindo o golpe, tu sente o golpe quando bate

    - graficos incriveis, iluminaĂ§Ă£o tudo Ă© lindo, e ta rodando muito liso mesmo perfeito demais. - historia sensacional te
    o jogo estĂ¡ incrivel demais, a ambientaĂ§Ă£o o clima de seriedade total da historia, tudo esta absolutamente perfeito, o mais legal Ă© quando tu ataca um zumbi e tu tem nitidamente aquele sentimento de que o zumbi esta sentindo o golpe, tu sente o golpe quando bate

    - graficos incriveis, iluminaĂ§Ă£o tudo Ă© lindo, e ta rodando muito liso mesmo perfeito demais.
    - historia sensacional te prende desde o primeiro segundo
    - sistema de craft magnifico
    - aba de habilidades com 3 opções com muitas skills
    - o inimigo sente o golpe quando Ă© atacado e isso da uma imersĂ£o absurda
    - a movimentaĂ§Ă£o esta muito fluida tudo ocorre de forma explendida
    - cidade gigantesca com diversos lugares diferentes nĂ£o andei tudo mais garanto que Ă© monstruosamente grande
    - sĂ£o 2 jogos, o dia e a noite que muda totalmente o gameplay Ă© show demais
    - pode entrar nas casas e construções e vasculhar tudo
    - dezenas de itens que tem serventia para craft ou vender
    - carros, lixos, zumbis mortos, geladeiras, malas enfim tudo pode ser vasculhado atraz de itens
    - multiplayer sensacional, coop desde o começo apos o prologo, Ă© so deixar ativado o coop que sempre entra gente , e o modo zumbi pode deixar ativado pra outros jogadores entrar no seu jogo, ou pode jogar sozinho sem ninguem te encher ai vai a gosto do freguĂªs.
    - sĂ£o tantas qualidades nesse jogo, diria que esse Ă© o jogo que a muito procurava de zumbis, o sistema de combate Ă© muito show enquanto em outros jogos os inimigos tu ataca e sao uns pedaços de madeira aqui no dying light o inimigo sente o golpe Ă© so jogando pra entender Ă© muito show.

    - a dublagem esta muito mais muito boa mesmo, fizeram um otimo trabalho parabens a warner e techland.
    - o som do jogo esta muito show.

    - quem tiver em duvidas pode comprar, esse jogo merece ser comparado.

    abraços.
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  9. Jan 29, 2015
    10
    Great game. One of the best games I have played in a long time, and the best zombie game ever. The game is beautiful from the environment to the expansive map to the weapon and crafting selection and the parkour running system was amazing. This game got me instantly hooked. A brilliant game and I cant until the next.
  10. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    After 10 hours of gameplay, no dough this game is better than Dead Island. better graphics, better combat, better story, better mission, and better everything that you can think of. I love combat a lot during the daytime, and race with nightmare during the night. Night time really make you feel like playing a horror game, compare to most of other zombie games. Trust me, this game is theAfter 10 hours of gameplay, no dough this game is better than Dead Island. better graphics, better combat, better story, better mission, and better everything that you can think of. I love combat a lot during the daytime, and race with nightmare during the night. Night time really make you feel like playing a horror game, compare to most of other zombie games. Trust me, this game is the best open world zombie game. Expand
  11. Jan 28, 2015
    8
    This is a solid 8.5 out of 10 for me. Great graphics with a smooth framerate. Those two things in one sentence is in short supply these days, but somehow techland achieved it. Aside from a few "wonky" visual glitches here and there, the game is supremely stable as well. Which again, is hard to come by these days.

    I'm only a few hours in so I can't say much of the story yet, but the
    This is a solid 8.5 out of 10 for me. Great graphics with a smooth framerate. Those two things in one sentence is in short supply these days, but somehow techland achieved it. Aside from a few "wonky" visual glitches here and there, the game is supremely stable as well. Which again, is hard to come by these days.

    I'm only a few hours in so I can't say much of the story yet, but the voice acting and cutscenes are good enough. The freerunning, while it starts out slow and requires practice, turns into quite a bit of fun as you progress and unlock new abilities and get better with the controls. The combat is also very satisfying. I don't think I've felt as much satisfaction with a metal pipe to the head since the Condemned series. Good stuff. This is all made even more fun when you factor in the 4-player co-op. Nothing like freerunning the streets together and knocking zombie heads with friends.

    All in all, I'd say if you're a fan of Farcry 4, Mirrors Edge, and Dead Island, you will most definitely enjoy this game. Go pick it up!
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  12. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    This game is mindblowing, the parkour aspect is great and free running is flawless, you definitely should get this game. Dead Islnd should go cry in a corner after playing this.

    10/10~IGN
  13. Jan 28, 2015
    8
    8/10

    Yeah, this is clearly a good start of 2015. The parkour system is amazing, feels more natural comparing to Mirror's Edge. Weapons customization is great, there are many things to loot around the map and combine them to improve your weapons. Also, the leveling system is big and easy to upgrade the abilities. The story seems to be pretty decent and serious which makes the game more
    8/10

    Yeah, this is clearly a good start of 2015. The parkour system is amazing, feels more natural comparing to Mirror's Edge. Weapons customization is great, there are many things to loot around the map and combine them to improve your weapons. Also, the leveling system is big and easy to upgrade the abilities. The story seems to be pretty decent and serious which makes the game more realistic.

    The bad things is first: the controls are very complicated to learn, there is no many options to adjust the buttons the way you want, the default ones are TERRIBLE. And the second thing is that sometimes there are frame drops which they are not really awful and painful but there they are.

    To sum up everything, i recommend this game if you are passionate of zombie game. One of the best zombie survival games ever
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  14. Jan 28, 2015
    6
    Basically dead island with free running. Multiplayer is fun and its fun invading other players game as a zombie. Single player is boring after a few hours. If your a fan of dead island this is a must buy. If your not I would recommend a rental or buying Resident evil.
  15. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    Fun, scary, and pretty. It follows the gameplay style of Far Cry 3&4, which is not a bad thing. The melee system feels nice and brutal. It's a lot of fun to dropkick a zombie off a cliff or into spikes. A few bugs here and there. Overall I'm having a blast.
  16. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    So far the game is pretty god damn gorgeous, the story is a little meh, and the controls are pretty difficult along with the game being somewhat glitchy. However that doesn't take from the overall fun of the game, much like Middle Earth (weirdly enough Warner bros some how publishing the game) the game mixes a few things from other games in this case Dead Island, Mirrors edge, and Far CrySo far the game is pretty god damn gorgeous, the story is a little meh, and the controls are pretty difficult along with the game being somewhat glitchy. However that doesn't take from the overall fun of the game, much like Middle Earth (weirdly enough Warner bros some how publishing the game) the game mixes a few things from other games in this case Dead Island, Mirrors edge, and Far Cry 3. It's fairly simple concept during day go out do quests try to avoid zombies as much as possible however when the sun falls the true nightmare begins as zombies get stronger and faster along with the environment being really dark makes you feel somewhat helpless as you helplessly try to climb a building. Overall story is pretty run of the mill (I haven't beaten it yet but so far I'm enjoying the game). The only problem I think lies in the controls and that is they're pretty difficult to get the hang of, along with several glitches in parkouring such as some things you can grab onto others you can't for some odd reason, combat is a bit clunky and difficult, but I think this can all be forgiven since these aren't happening 100% of the time, and the combat mechanics being bad so that you get it through your mind to stop fighting and run. So basically this game is at the edge of being survival horror if anything, there were actually a few times of being generally terrified as being chased by a bunch of zombies at night does and several zombies creeping the hell out of me when I was beating one and it cries out "PLEASE NO! HELP ME!" and I generally felt sorry and creeped out. Expand
  17. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    First, do not believe the review from JimQuistion. I have never heard of it and it is entirely a misguided salty review with no credibility. Second, the low reviews from the users makes no sense and they are mad for the delay in other countries or they hated Dead Island and want Dying Light to pay for their sins.. the game is fantastic, terrifying, and an adrenaline rush in a massive openFirst, do not believe the review from JimQuistion. I have never heard of it and it is entirely a misguided salty review with no credibility. Second, the low reviews from the users makes no sense and they are mad for the delay in other countries or they hated Dead Island and want Dying Light to pay for their sins.. the game is fantastic, terrifying, and an adrenaline rush in a massive open world game with limitless possibilities and freedom. 10/10 Expand
  18. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    I'm enjoying it so far! I can't wait to try the multiplayer now! I must say that I cannot believe the discrepancy in scores so far. One 94 critical review and one 50!? WTF?? Did they play the same game???
  19. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    One of my favorite PS4 games so far. Nice graphics and immersive atmosphere. I really like the parkour style gameplay and the roleplay elements. Crafting and leveling up your skills motivates to keep going. Even the story and characters are interesting and well written. Great game!
  20. Jan 28, 2015
    8
    i dont see a reason to hate the game, played it for 4 hours the 1st night i got it. the world and fighting kept me engaged and on my toes. some situations nearly got out of hand, i would be fighting 1-4 zombies in front of me and 3-5 more would somehow walk out of no where and get behind me and nearly killed me. doesnt seem like there is a difficulty setting, only thing i seem to noticei dont see a reason to hate the game, played it for 4 hours the 1st night i got it. the world and fighting kept me engaged and on my toes. some situations nearly got out of hand, i would be fighting 1-4 zombies in front of me and 3-5 more would somehow walk out of no where and get behind me and nearly killed me. doesnt seem like there is a difficulty setting, only thing i seem to notice about it, is that the zombies get slightly different/harder the higher the level i go, like slight increases and this might be the case. which means it will get harder the higher the level i get, which is perfect for me. i will try out online play once i have more skills but i do see how that will be any less fun. great game so far and big enough world for me, since there is no fast traveling, if they make it bigger in the future somehow, then they need to ad vehicles or some sort of subway but i like big and i dont mind running. Expand
  21. Jan 28, 2015
    8
    From the makers of Dead Island (Techland).. I wasn't expecting much out of this game mostly because I really didn't like Dead Island and I figured that it would be the same game as that. Not to mention that reviewers were given review copies the day before release.

    To my surprise this is actually a decent game. Some call it "the best zombie game ever made" I wouldn't go that far but it
    From the makers of Dead Island (Techland).. I wasn't expecting much out of this game mostly because I really didn't like Dead Island and I figured that it would be the same game as that. Not to mention that reviewers were given review copies the day before release.

    To my surprise this is actually a decent game. Some call it "the best zombie game ever made" I wouldn't go that far but it certainly is a lot better than Dead Island in every way.

    +.Graphics
    + Gameplay
    + Not a short game
    + Hardly any bugs

    - Story
    - No innovation ( Game reminds me of too many other games rolled into one)

    I give this game a solid 8

    If you like parkour with zombies and were a fan of Dead Island then you will probably like this game. If not then you probably will still like this game.lol.
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  22. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    By far without a doubt the greatest PS4 game to date. From the atmosphere to the loot and the ambient sounds to the moment you bash that zombies brains out with your newly crafted weapon, this game is a solid 10/10.
  23. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    Im over 40 and have been playing for many years. this game is a lot of fun. the graphics are really good as I stopt constantly to look around at the details. you can jump on buildings like assassins creed in first person witch is a lot of fun. it has rpg elements like dead illand but much better. its emmerssive and fun. if you like open world zombie games with survival elements and a coolIm over 40 and have been playing for many years. this game is a lot of fun. the graphics are really good as I stopt constantly to look around at the details. you can jump on buildings like assassins creed in first person witch is a lot of fun. it has rpg elements like dead illand but much better. its emmerssive and fun. if you like open world zombie games with survival elements and a cool city to explore you will enjoy this. Expand
  24. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    Not many games are a 10 besides a few. With this being said this game definitely deserves a 9. Great graphics, smooth gameplay, I love the searching for items and looting thrown in with creating weapons. It still has an eery feeling to the game my only problem with it so far is that there is no set difficulty and it seems the zombies are easy to avoid but all and all id say this game isNot many games are a 10 besides a few. With this being said this game definitely deserves a 9. Great graphics, smooth gameplay, I love the searching for items and looting thrown in with creating weapons. It still has an eery feeling to the game my only problem with it so far is that there is no set difficulty and it seems the zombies are easy to avoid but all and all id say this game is in top 5 of next gen games that have been released so far!!! Great game if you like action, horror, and survival games. Expand
  25. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    This Game is so sick. Every User reviewing it with a 4 and under can and should be ignored. They are just sad because they dump a ton of money into their PC and get "Crappy Ported versions" of the game. PC will always complain. Get this for Xbox one and PS4!!.
    This game is a ton of fun. I played last night for about 4 hours and it is gorgeous on my PS4. Its a great open world game and
    This Game is so sick. Every User reviewing it with a 4 and under can and should be ignored. They are just sad because they dump a ton of money into their PC and get "Crappy Ported versions" of the game. PC will always complain. Get this for Xbox one and PS4!!.
    This game is a ton of fun. I played last night for about 4 hours and it is gorgeous on my PS4. Its a great open world game and lots of stuff to do. It has the Dead Island feel but its like Dead Island on Steroid. Everything is bigger, better, stronger and better to look at. Im having a blast and you will too

    GET THIS GAME!!!
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  26. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    Put about 4 hours into Dying Light yesterday. Great game. Have to say if you own a new gen system its a must. Graphics are great and the gameplay is smooth. The storyline is definitely enough to keep you interested. I preordered it back when it was originally suppose to launch and waited forever for it. Im glad I did cause its one game where its seems they put some time into. 10/10 for me.
  27. Jan 28, 2015
    9
    I am impressed, I must admit I was skeptical, Dead Island was fun but disappointing (all the bugs), I'm only about 5 hours deep in the game, the night time is extremely intense & thrilling, the mechanics are solid & graphics are above average, the main thing is this is ten fold better than Dead Island, it has the fun factor and is challenging enough to keep me wanting more!
  28. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    AWESOME. Its a fun Game and an awesome parkour with great mechanics and a real satisfying gun,-fightplay. Dont listen to the trolls. It´s worth its money. Especially 4 Player coop will hit you hard!
  29. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    Note.. i scored the game 9 but added 1 due to the pathetic members giving 0 because they have had a labotomy.

    I have played the game for 10 hours which warranted a review. I was looking forward to Dying Light but with a fair few worries about the quality and repetitiveness of the gameplay. After 3 hours of play my worries were blown away by the thoughtfilness and enjoyment of the
    Note.. i scored the game 9 but added 1 due to the pathetic members giving 0 because they have had a labotomy.

    I have played the game for 10 hours which warranted a review. I was looking forward to Dying Light but with a fair few worries about the quality and repetitiveness of the gameplay. After 3 hours of play my worries were blown away by the thoughtfilness and enjoyment of the missions. my quality worries were blownaway after 5 minutes. The graphics and visuals are top notch and the best ive seen on the PS4 since Killzone. i do enjoy playing day at the moment rather than night but im sure that will change as i level up more and more serious weaponry. The traversal system takes a small amount of time to get used to with the allocated buttons, but once learnt is easy to master. I do miss vehicles somewhat but really that will take away the purpose of the game.Combat is satisfying , the booby traps you can let off to exterminate nearby zombies are great fun. After many hours things get even better. i do not want to ruin any surprise so seriously, experience it yourself. One spoiler i can give is a grappling hook that makes traversal even more fun. Do not listen to the trolls giving this AA tile bad reviews. If you like zombie games at all. Then get this. if you dont like zombies try it anyway. 9/10 upgraded due to pathetic reviews by people who havent even tried it
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  30. Jan 28, 2015
    10
    Great game! Great ambiance! Great gameplay! The night really scary! Multiplayer mode is great fun! If you like zombie game, open world, play this game!
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 58
  2. Negative: 0 out of 58
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Apr 22, 2015
    70
    A slightly better version of Dead Island in everything but name. [Apr 2015, p.84]
  2. Play UK
    Mar 31, 2015
    85
    With some crazy fun online elements and a badass sense of actual achievement, Dying Light is the zombie game we've been working for. Just mute those terrible voices. [Issue#254, p.64]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Mar 24, 2015
    80
    It's not perfect, but Dying Light is last, brutal and most importantly, fun. [April 2015, p74]