Dying Light: Bad Blood

Early Access

Release Date: September 13, 2018 Early Access

Action, FPP, TPP, Zombie, Polish, Parkour, Battle Royale, Multiplayer, Internet

Dying Light: Bad Blood is a battle royale, PvP expansion to the open-world game published in 2015, in which zombies play the main role. The title was developed by Techland from Poland, the creators of e.g. Dead Island.

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Technical aspects

Dying Light: Bad Blood for PC is a stand-alone expansion to the zombie-infested open-world game developed in 2015 by Polish Techland. In contrast to the original title along with its expansion The Following, Bad Blood focuses on multiplayer PvP combat in the battle royale style.

Plot

The action of Dying Light takes place in Harran – the city overtaken by a plague which turns people into all kinds of dangerous zombies that become even more deadly at night. As Bad Blood focuses on multiplayer, there are no new plot elements.

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Mechanics

This is an open-world title in which the player, surrounded by zombies, strives to survive. Gameplay focuses on a complex, yet intuitive combat system and parkour exploration of the world (you can e.g. climb, jump on the roofs, roll, and slide).

The expansion Bad Blood introduces brand new multiplayer game modes, such as:

Rapid Looting – 6 players arrive on a map stuffed with zombies. Each user has the same goal: to escape before it gets dark. The players can make use of parkour moves in order to quickly penetrate the map and gather any item that gives the edge. The clock is ticking.
Allies & Traitors – in this mode, the player has to pay for his helicopter evacuation. In order to do so, they need to gather as many zombie blood samples as possible. The players are forced to enter into alliances to gain the tactical advantage over the enemies. Still, sooner or later, friendships end, and betrayal becomes inevitable.
Evacuation – each player is looking for evacuation. The more samples they possess, the more evacuation points there are. Importantly, every user secures their escape individually, so alliances expire quickly, and stabbing in the back is a common practice. Apart from getting zombie blood samples, the players have to survive during their way to the evacuation point.

Technical aspects

Dying Light: Bad Blood published on PC is powered by the sixth generation of Chrome Engine, which generates amazing visuals. Without visible FPS drops, Techland’s technology can e.g. display large areas with realistic geometry and lighting, and a humongous number of enemies. The animations and physics are also very good.

Platforms:

PC Windows September 13, 2018

PlayStation 4 cancelled

Xbox One cancelled

Developer: Techland

Publisher: Techland

Age restrictions: 18+

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Game Series

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Dying Light Game Series

Dying Light is a series of sandbox action games set in a world overrun by zombies. The Polish studio Techland, experienced in creating such productions with its 2011 release, is responsible for its creation. Dead Island.

Dying Light Game Series

Base Game for Dying Light: Bad Blood

Dying Light

Features

Originals

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News

Dying Light: Bad Blood for Free to Owners of Dying Light

It's been five years since Dying Light was released. To celebrate, Techland decided to give all the current and future owners of the game on PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One a free copy of Dying Light: Bad Blood in the for of Steam key.

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Downloads

Top downloads for Dying Light: Bad Blood Video Game:

mod Dying Light: Bad Blood - Networking Fix v.1.0 - February 15, 2020

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Dying Light: Bad Blood Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-2500 3.3 GHz / AMD FX-8320 3.5 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 560 / Radeon HD 6870 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/8.1 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 780 / 4 GB Radeon R9 290 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/8.1 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Dying Light: Bad Blood Video Game.

70%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (3,764)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Unique Concept: The combination of battle royale mechanics with zombie survival elements is seen as a fantastic idea, and many players appreciated the potential of this concept.
Gameplay Experience: Some users found the gameplay to be engaging and fun, especially when they could play with friends.
Graphics and Performance: The graphics were generally praised for being smooth, and the parkour mechanics were highlighted as impressive.
Nostalgia: A few players expressed a deep emotional connection to the game, recalling fond memories associated with it, particularly in relation to loved ones.

The main cons of the game

Abandonment by Developers: Many reviews pointed out that the game feels abandoned, stuck in permanent early access with no updates since 2020. This has led to a lack of new content and features.
Player Base: The game suffers from a very low player count, making it difficult to find matches. Some users reported max player counts of only a few people per day.
Cheating Issues: There are complaints about encountering cheaters, which detracts from the competitive experience.
Limited Availability: The game is no longer available for purchase, further reducing its player base and accessibility.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Updates and New Content: Users expressed a desire for more updates, new features, and content to keep the game fresh and engaging.
Re-release or Free-to-Play Model: Many players suggested that the game should be re-released or made free-to-play to attract new players and revive interest.
Expanded Map and Game Modes: Some reviews mentioned a lack of variety in gameplay, with suggestions for additional map areas and game modes to enhance the experience.
Improved Matchmaking: With the current low player base, users noted the need for better matchmaking systems to ensure fuller lobbies and a more enjoyable multiplayer experience.

Summary

In summary, while Dying Light: Bad Blood has a unique and engaging concept with some positive gameplay experiences, it suffers greatly from developer abandonment, a dwindling player base, and a lack of updates, leading to a consensus that it needs significant revitalization to be recommended.

Summary generated on: November 17, 2025