Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition
" Immersive action-adventure RPG with fluid parkour and intense combat but plagued by bugs "
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition Review
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition is a sequel with ambitious parkour and combat mechanics set in a vast, vertical open world. Many players praise the fluid movement system and the atmospheric city, highlighting the tension of night chases and the dynamic day/night cycle. The game integrates RPG elements such as faction choices and skill trees, offering branching storylines with consequences.
However, the game struggles with numerous bugs, glitches, and technical issues that hamper immersion and co-op play. The story and characters often receive criticism for being weak, rushed, or unengaging, with many players feeling that choices lack meaningful impact on the ending. Some find the combat and parkour mechanics inconsistent or less polished compared to the original. Despite these flaws, the gameplay loop and world design still provide enjoyment for fans, especially when played solo or with friends, though many recommend waiting for discounts due to value concerns.
Highlights
Players frequently praise the improved parkour system, describing it as smooth, fluid, and a core strength of the game. The open world is noted for its size, verticality, and detailed environments that encourage exploration. The combat mechanics receive positive remarks for satisfying melee encounters and tense nighttime sequences. The dynamic day/night cycle adds atmospheric depth and gameplay variety. Additionally, the branching narrative choices and faction systems provide some replayability and player agency, contributing to the game's immersive feel.
Criticisms
Common criticisms focus on the game's prevalence of bugs and glitches, including NPC issues, black screens, cutscene errors, and co-op synchronization problems that disrupt gameplay. The story and character development are often described as weak, rushed, or unmemorable, with many players disappointed by the lack of meaningful consequences from their choices. Some find the parkour mechanics inconsistent, with clunky controls and frustrating movement bugs. Combat can feel stale or unintuitive, and the weapon durability system is sometimes seen as tedious. Additionally, the game’s pacing, repetitive side quests, and grind-heavy progression detract from the overall experience.
Pros
- • The parkour system is fluid and offers great vertical movement freedom.
- • Large, detailed open world with diverse environments to explore.
- • Intense and satisfying melee combat mechanics.
- • Dynamic day and night cycle adds atmospheric tension.
- • Branching story choices influence faction control and gameplay perks.
- • Co-op mode enhances replayability despite technical issues.
- • Graphics and world-building create an immersive post-apocalyptic setting.
Cons
- • Game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches disrupting immersion.
- • Storyline feels rushed, predictable, and lacks emotional impact.
- • Many choices have little to no meaningful effect on the ending.
- • Co-op mode suffers from synchronization and quest-breaking bugs.
- • Parkour controls can be inconsistent and occasionally clunky.
- • Weapon durability system leads to frustrating grind and resource management.
- • Side quests are repetitive and often feel like tedious fetch tasks.
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About This Game
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About the Game
It’s been 20 years since the events of the original game. The virus won, and humanity is slowly dying. You play as Aiden Caldwell, a wandering Pilgrim who delivers goods, brings news, and connects the few remaining survivor settlements in barren lands devastated by the zombie virus. However, your true goal is to find your little sister Mia, who you left behind as a kid to escape Dr. Waltz's torturous experiments. Haunted by the past, you eventually make the decision to confront it when you learn that Mia may still be alive in Villedor — the last city standing on Earth.
You quickly find yourself in a settlement torn by conflict. You’ll need to engage in creative and gory combat, so hone your skills to defeat hordes of zombies and make allies. Roam the city, free run across Villedor’s buildings and rooftops in search of loot in remote areas, and be wary of the night. With every sunset, monsters take control of the streets.
Fifteen years ago, humanity was devastated by the Fall — a catastrophic event that would change the world forever. With the Harran virus spreading around the globe, people quickly found out that all hope for tomorrow is lost. By 2036, only a few settlements remain, and humanity is slowly dying, making way for the new species out there — a horde of relentless zombies.
Welcome to Villedor, one of the last bastions of humanity. During the day, survivors still try to have a life here and find a false sense of normalcy. Relationships are formed, dreams are dreamed, and life carries on. On the surface, everything seems… fine. Until sunset, that is. With the last ray of light dying out, other, more dreadful, dwellers of The City crawl out of their gloomy interiors, taking over the streets. If you are not vigilant and stay out too long in the dark, you may never return.
Not all fights can be won. Sometimes it’s best to run and, thankfully, you have the skills for it. Parkour lets you escape when odds are not in your favor. Jump from rooftop to rooftop, swing across the cityscape, ride ziplines, and much more. Whatever you do, experience a unique sense of freedom as you freerun across Villedor’s buildings and rooftops in search of loot or while running away from the dangers of the night.
In a world as dangerous as this one, only the strongest survive. Whether you prefer to smash, slice or dismember those who stand in your way, you have to be creative about it to make it through. And who says you need weapons? Utilize the entirety of your parkour moveset to get the jump on your enemies. Learn the ways of combat and parkour to feel the crunch of skulls and slices of flesh as you swing weapons or use your moves to fend off any forms of danger. And let’s not forget that Villedor has weapons that put the most advanced post-apocalyptic armories to shame.
Surviving in Villedor is easier with friends. Team up with up to 3 other players and increase your chances out there. Unravel the story together, take on Pilgrim Outpost challenges, or simply wreak havoc on the city streets.
9.5/10 – Game Informer
“A massive, exciting sandbox.”
8.4/10 – PC Gamer
“The most intelligent zombie game.”
4/5 – TechRadar
Humanity is fighting a losing battle against the virus. Experience a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by hordes of zombies, where your parkour and combat skills are key to survival. Traverse the City freely during the day, but watch the monsters take over during the night.