Dying Light The Beast Difficulty Settings & Differences Guide
Dying Light: The Beast has three difficulty settings that change how tough combat, resources, and survival feel. Each mode adjusts stamina use, enemy behavior, and XP loss differently, giving you control over how punishing your playthrough will be.
Story Difficulty
Story mode focuses on the narrative, lowering combat stress so players can explore without constant pressure.
Enemies are weaker and deal less damage.
Stamina costs are reduced, so parkour and fighting flow more easily.
XP is not lost when you die.
Resources are more plentiful, armor is stronger, and weapons last longer.
Survival Difficulty
Survival is the default setting and offers balanced gameplay.
Enemies are a solid threat but manageable with care.
Stamina costs are moderate for both combat and parkour.
XP is lost when you die, creating tension in risky areas.
Resource gathering is necessary for crafting, repairing weapons, and staying alive.
Brutal Difficulty
Brutal mode is built for experienced players or those wanting the toughest challenge.
Enemies deal more damage and adapt to your tactics.
Stamina regenerates slowly, and combat actions drain more.
XP loss on death is heavy, but XP gains are boosted, and loot quality improves.
Merchants sell fewer items early, armor is weaker, and resource scarcity forces careful planning.
How to Change Difficulty
You can switch difficulty anytime mid-game. Open the main menu, go to Options, then look under the Game tab. Adjust to Story, Survival, or Brutal without losing progress.
Final Blurb
The Beast’s difficulty settings let you pick how punishing your journey through Castor Woods will be. Story is easygoing, Survival is balanced, and Brutal is relentless. The good news is you can swap settings anytime, so experiment until you find the challenge that fits.
FAQ
How many difficulty settings are in Dying Light The Beast?
There are three: Story, Survival, and Brutal.
Which difficulty is best for beginners?
Story mode, since it lowers damage and removes XP loss on death.
Which difficulty gives better loot?
Brutal, where XP gain is higher and loot drops are better.
Can you change difficulty mid-game?
Yes, it can be adjusted anytime from the main menu under Options.
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