Techland is officially calling on the community to support Dying Light: The Beast in the Steam Awards 2025. While the studio is gunning for nominations in major categories like Game of the Year, the real headline for veterans is the quiet confirmation of a robust post-launch roadmap included in the announcement.
New Game+ and Legend Levels Confirmed
If you have already wrapped up Kyle Crane's 40-hour return to the apocalypse, you might be wondering what's next. Techland used this nomination call to confirm three major features currently in the pipeline:
- New Game+: The staple of the franchise is returning, allowing you to restart the story with all your high-tier gear and skills intact.
- Legend Levels: For the min-maxers out there, this progression system is essential for pushing character power beyond the standard level cap.
- Ray Tracing: A full implementation is coming to enhance the visual fidelity of the rural setting.
This is massive news for the longevity of the game. In previous titles, Legend Levels were what kept the co-op community alive for years, offering a reason to keep grinding long after the credits rolled. Seeing this confirmed for The Beast suggests Techland treats this standalone adventure with the same long-term respect as a mainline entry.
Why does this update matter for the meta?
Currently, once you hit the cap in The Beast, the incentive to engage with high-risk night encounters diminishes. The introduction of Legend Levels typically shifts the meta toward maximizing XP gains during the night cycle, making those terrifying chases valuable again. Combined with New Game+, this allows players to test end-game builds against early-game scenarios, changing the flow of combat entirely.
Rallying for the Steam Awards
The announcement is primarily a call to action for the Steam Awards 2025. Techland highlights that The Beast is currently the highest-rated entry in the series on Steam, a significant achievement given the cult status of the original game. They are encouraging fans to nominate the title across several categories, specifically eyeing "Game of the Year" and "Most Innovative Gameplay."
Considering the narrative weight of playing as a mutated Kyle Crane after 13 years of captivity, the studio is banking on the emotional connection players have with the protagonist to drive votes. If you want to see Crane take home the gold, head over to the Steam store page to cast your nomination.