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Dying Light & Dying Light 2 Release Dates for Windows PC
Dying Light debuted for Windows PC on January 27, 2015. Dying Light 2: Stay Human launched for Windows PC on February 4, 2022. Here is a quick chronology and guidance on which PC title to play first.
Quick answer: when did the two PC games launch?
Dying Light (Windows PC): January 27, 2015. Dying Light 2: Stay Human (Windows PC): February 4, 2022. These are the original launch dates, not dates of later updates or reissued editions. Both games are distinct licensed products.
Dying Light game — Windows launch in 2015
Techland’s first Dying Light game follows Kyle Crane through the quarantined city of Harran. Its parkour movement, crafting, rooftop exploration and night-time survival are central to the experience. The original Windows release was on January 27, 2015, as recorded in independent PC release archives.
If you are starting the series on a modern Windows computer, confirm ownership and use the Windows installation checklist. The Following is an expansion connected to the first game, not a replacement for it.
Dying Light 2: Stay Human — Windows launch in 2022
On February 4, 2022, Techland released the sequel Dying Light 2: Stay Human. Players control Aiden Caldwell in Villedor, with a greater emphasis on vertical traversal, city factions and choices. People sometimes type the title as Dying Light Two or even die light 2; the correct game name is Dying Light 2: Stay Human.
The publisher confirms the original release date in its February 4, 2022 launch announcement. See the Windows PC game overview and PC performance guide for practical next steps.
Windows PC timeline at a glance
- 2015 — Dying Light: the original Harran adventure, released January 27.
- The Following: a substantial expansion to the first game; verify that your Windows edition includes access.
- 2022 — Dying Light 2: Stay Human: sequel released February 4.
- 2025 — Dying Light: The Beast: a separate Kyle Crane adventure released for PC in September 2025.
Should you play Dying Light or Dying Light 2 first?
For the original story and the foundation of the parkour-survival gameplay, start with the 2015 Dying Light game and continue into The Following if included. If you prefer a later sequel with Aiden Caldwell and Villedor, Dying Light 2 can be approached on its own. The games are separate purchases, and their system requirements differ.
Our Dying Light games in order guide compares this choice in more detail. For Windows PC game editions, also check the edition comparison.
Which date should appear on my PC edition?
Original release dates do not necessarily match the publish date of a later edition, patch or digital bundle. An edition name may refer to DLC packages or post-launch content. When you check a Windows download or product listing, verify the exact game title, publisher, edition contents, region and operating-system compatibility before purchasing.
Our dates refer to the Windows versions. We deliberately do not list release dates for other hardware platforms because this site is a Windows PC guide.
Sources and editorial note
For Dying Light (2015), consult the Windows release archive. For Dying Light 2 (2022), consult Techland’s dated announcement. These facts are researched from public references, not from a hands-on benchmark. This page is independent and is not affiliated with Techland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Dying Light 2 release date on Windows?
February 4, 2022. The full title is Dying Light 2: Stay Human.
When did the first Dying Light game release for PC?
January 27, 2015, for Windows PC.
Is Dying Light Two the same game as Dying Light 2 Stay Human?
Yes. “Dying Light Two” is an informal way of writing Dying Light 2: Stay Human. It is not a separate PC game.
Do I need the first Dying Light game to run Dying Light 2?
No. They are separate games. Confirm each Windows license and your PC hardware requirements before installing.
Sources and editorial notes
Game features and product information are referenced against public developer materials. This article contains practical guidance, not the results of a hardware benchmark.