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How to preload Dying Light 2

When can I start my download?

To pre-load Dying Light 2, you first need to own the game by pre-ordering it. You can pre-order Dying Light 2 by purchasing the game on your preferred platform. 

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If you are unsure which stores or systems Dying light 2 is on, here's a brief list: 

  • Xbox Series X and Series S 
  • PlayStation 4 
  • PlayStation 5, 
  • Xbox One, 
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Microsoft Windows
  • PC Steam
  • PC Epic Games

After Dying Light 2 is added to your account, you will be able to pre-order when pre-loading unlocks on Feb 2. At this point, you can pre-order Dying Light 2 by going into your game library and starting a download for it. 

It should automatically start your pre-load for console users when your system detects the game is free to download. By chance, this doesn't happen, you can always check for downloads and pre-loads by finding the game in your library.

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For PC users, things are a bit different. To start a pre-load on Steam and Epic Games, players will have to manually start it by finding it in their library, clicking download, and choosing an install location. 

When your download starts, let it finish, and Dying Light 2 will be all ready for when it fully unlocks on release day. However, keep in mind that you may need to download day one patches on release day, so be sure to check for those after release. 

For more on Dying Light 2, stay tuned for more coverage in the upcoming week and months before release. 


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