《消逝的光芒：困獸》(Dying Light: The Beast)是由Techland開發並發行的全新動作生存恐怖遊戲，於2025年9月19日正式登陸PS5、Xbox Series與PC平台。作為《消逝的光芒》系列的新篇章，結合開放世界探索、跑酷動作以及恐怖生存要素，帶來前所未有的沉浸式體驗。

故事劇情聚焦於主角凱爾·克蘭，他在被神秘人物「男爵」囚禁的漫長歲月中，慘遭殘酷實驗，被改造成擁有人類與喪屍雙重DNA的「半人半獸」。雖然他最終逃出生天，但這段經歷所留下的痛苦與傷痕揮之不去。他必須在獸性與人性之間掙扎求生，努力克制內心蠢蠢欲動的野獸，同時踏上復仇之路，追殺將自己逼入地獄的罪魁禍首。背景設定在風光壯麗卻滿目瘡痍的河狸谷——這座以瑞士阿爾卑斯山為靈感打造的美麗山谷，早已淪為喪屍的樂園，必須在此結盟、戰鬥、探索，逐步揭開背後隱藏的真相。

操作延續系列的核心特色，採用第一人稱跑酷系統，玩家能夠自由穿梭於建築屋頂、翻越障礙，享受高速移動的流暢快感。戰鬥方面則強調「暴力美學」與「野性覺醒」，無論是拳拳到肉的近身搏鬥，還是揮舞武器粉碎敵人，都帶來震撼的臨場感。進一步強化白天與黑夜的對比體驗：白天需要爭分奪秒地探索與搜刮資源，而隨著夜幕降臨，恐怖與危險將全面爆發，只能選擇逃跑、隱匿，或是拼死一搏，體驗截然不同的生存壓力。

在遊戲的生存冒險之外，畫面表現同樣令人驚嘆。河狸谷的生態場景設計豐富多變，從旅遊小鎮、工業區，到農場、國家公園與濕地沼澤，無論白日的壯麗景緻還是夜晚的腐敗氣息，都細膩呈現出後末日的凄美氛圍。每個環境細節背後都隱藏著一段生存的故事，讓玩家在探索過程中深感身歷其境。

還支持四人合作模式，最多四名玩家可以組隊共同探索河狸谷。團隊不僅能分享進度，還能在劇情推進、資源搜集與戰鬥過程中互相支援，共同面對殘酷的喪屍與強大的敵人。這種協作體驗進一步提升了遊戲的耐玩度與緊張感。

在市場評價方面，《消逝的光芒》系列一直以其獨特的跑酷機制、緊張的恐怖氛圍以及深度的動作玩法受到玩家與媒體的高度好評。推出的《困獸》不僅延續這些經典元素，更透過「半人半獸」的設定帶來全新的人性與獸性的矛盾衝突，令玩家在生存之外，還能體驗到更具張力的心理與情感掙扎。隨著次世代畫面技術的進步，以及多樣化的遊戲模式，本作有望再次掀起玩家社群的熱烈討論，並鞏固該系列在動作生存恐怖市場的地位。

Dying Light: The Beast, developed and published by Techland, is an all-new action survival horror game set to launch on September 19, 2025, for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC. As the latest chapter in the Dying Light series, it combines open-world exploration, parkour mechanics, and survival horror elements, delivering an unprecedented immersive experience.

The story centers on Kyle Crane, who endured years of imprisonment under the mysterious figure known as the Baron. During this time, he was subjected to brutal experiments that transformed him into a hybrid, carrying both human and zombie DNA. Although he eventually escaped, the pain and scars remain, forcing him to struggle between his lingering humanity and his awakened beastly instincts. Determined to take revenge, Crane sets out to hunt down the very man who turned his life into a nightmare.

The game is set in Beaver Valley, a breathtaking yet devastated landscape inspired by the Swiss Alps. Once a picturesque tourist destination, it has now become overrun by zombies. Players must forge fragile alliances, fight for survival, and uncover the hidden truths buried within this fallen world.

Gameplay builds upon the series’ core identity, featuring a first-person parkour system that allows players to seamlessly leap across rooftops, scale obstacles, and experience the exhilarating flow of high-speed movement. Combat emphasizes a visceral blend of “brutal aesthetics” and “primal awakening.” Whether through bone-crunching melee brawls or smashing enemies with weapons, the action delivers raw intensity. The day-and-night cycle has been further enhanced: during the day, players scavenge and explore under constant time pressure, while at night, terror intensifies as threats emerge from the shadows, leaving only three choices—run, hide, or fight to the death.

Beyond its gameplay, the visuals are equally striking. Beaver Valley features richly diverse ecosystems, ranging from quaint tourist towns and industrial zones to farmlands, national parks, and swampy wetlands. The stunning beauty of daylight contrasts sharply with the haunting corruption of night, creating a poignant post-apocalyptic atmosphere. Every detail tells a survival story, immersing players in a world scarred by decay yet filled with tragic beauty.

The game also supports four-player co-op, allowing teams to explore Beaver Valley together. Progress is shared across the group, with cooperative play extending to story progression, resource gathering, and combat encounters. By working together against relentless zombie hordes and formidable foes, players strengthen bonds while heightening the tension of survival.

In terms of reception, the Dying Light series has long been praised by both players and critics for its unique parkour system, gripping horror atmosphere, and deep action mechanics. The Beast not only continues these beloved elements but also introduces the fresh dynamic of a half-human, half-beast protagonist, adding layers of psychological and emotional conflict to the survival narrative. With the advancements of next-gen visuals and expanded gameplay modes, this installment is poised to spark intense discussions within the gaming community and further cement the series’ place in the action survival horror genre.