Frustrations with Dying Light 2 | Are Developers Cutting Corners?

Players Speak Out on Game Quality

Gamers are voicing increased frustration with Dying Light 2, pointing to bugs, lackluster storytelling, and gameplay letdowns. While some praise the game as a worthy sequel, a notable segment of the community feels it’s fallen short of expectations.

Gameplay Mechanics Under Fire

Players critique parkour mechanics, with claims they're becoming more frustrating. One cited, "The parkour update felt more like a 'f** parkour' than an improvement."* Not all agree, however; defenders assert it provides better movement than its predecessor, but many find the gameplay increasingly difficult. A recent comment notes, "If it wasn't a good game, then you wouldn't be crying because you are not very good at it 3 years after release."

Technical Issues Persist

Bugs and glitches plague the game:

• Bosses stuck beneath the map, halting gameplay.

• Zombies sometimes invulnerable, complicating solo play.

• Save files corrupting after long sessions, resulting in lost progress.

One player wisely mentioned, "I decided to back up save data after every session." Concerns about glitches remain strong, as another player pointed out the increased frequency of new problems with updates. Commenters lamented how many view Dying Light 2 as a cash grab, with one stating, *"Not a new one, just a dlc for the 2 that bring back the MC of the first game to get more easy money."

Character Development Disappointments

Many players express dissatisfaction with character development, stating that a majority lack depth, making it hard to invest in their journeys. One user expressed this sentiment: "It's tough to care about characters when their story is just bad, and they're boring to boot." However, some still find redeemable qualities among the cast, though they remain largely forgettable.

Mixed Community Sentiment

The ongoing discussion on forums reveals divided opinions:

• "Dying Light 2 is a good game."

• "It's the fans that keep buying this trash that led us here."

• "Anyone who says Dying Light 2 is a good game is why gaming is dying."

While defenders advocate for the game, the chorus of dissenters calls for developers to take game quality seriously. A commentic sums up concern over the industry direction: "This is why every good franchise dies at its second game."

Key Points to Note

• △ Substantial frustration stems from a multitude of bugs hindering gameplay.

• ▽ Community divided regarding gameplay and character development quality.

• ※ "The challenges are way too many zombies that randomly god mode until they did at least 1 hit."