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Dead Island 2 Shakes Up the Competition Against Dying Light 2

Recent moves by Dead Island 2 have set a new challenge for Dying Light 2 in their long-standing rivalry.
Dead Island 2 Shakes Up the Competition Against Dying Light 2

Highlights

  • Dead Island 2 surprises with a major expansion and Game Pass release, putting pressure on Dying Light 2 in the post-apocalyptic gaming world.
  • The enduring rivalry between Dead Island and Dying Light intensifies as Dead Island 2 enters the Xbox Game Pass, expanding its reach and appeal.
  • Dead Island 2 gaining an advantage raises the stakes for Dying Light 2, pushing it to up its game in the zombie genre competition.

Recent developments around Dead Island 2 have stirred up the gaming scene, especially with the imminent launch of its second major expansion. Since its inception, the game has been in a constant tug-of-war with 2022's Dying Light 2, highlighting a longstanding rivalry that spans over a decade.

Despite their striking similarities, Dead Island 2 and Dying Light 2 have strived to carve out unique identities, and Dead Island 2 has just made a bold move to distinguish itself. Surprising many, Dead Island 2 recently made its debut on the Xbox Game Pass platform, significantly boosting its accessibility and sparking renewed interest – a challenge that Dying Light 2 must now confront.

Dead Island 2's Game Pass Debut Alters the Game

The rivalry between the Dead Island and Dying Light franchises runs deeper than their shared zombie apocalypse theme and survival gameplay. Originating from Techland, the developer of 2011's Dead Island, the creation of the first Dying Light in 2013 marked a new chapter following a split with Deep Silver, the original publisher of Dead Island. This divergence gave rise to the Dying Light series, setting the stage for comparisons between the two.

After a lengthy hiatus post their initial releases, the rivalry was reignited with the subsequent launch of Dead Island 2 and Dying Light 2, both hitting the market within a short timeframe. As both games continue to expand through post-launch content, Dying Light 2 introducing firearms and Dead Island 2's SOLA Festival DLC generating buzz in its community, the battle for supremacy escalates with each new addition, especially with Dead Island 2 now accessible via Xbox Game Pass.

Dead Island 2's Game Pass Entry Puts Dying Light 2 in a Bind

Unexpectedly landing on Game Pass on February 22, Dead Island 2 took many by surprise, having been absent from any prior announcements regarding the service. While the move may seem unconventional, such sudden additions often create more buzz than anticipated ones. As of now, there are no indications of Dying Light 2 joining Game Pass, making it challenging for the title to match the exposure gained by Dead Island 2 reaching around 34 million subscribers on the platform.

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