This is precisely what AAA game developer Techland had in mind in the masterful creation ofthe Dead IslandandDying Lightseries.
So who takes home the victory spoils,Dead IslandorDying Light?Let’s find out below.
What is Dead Island?
A sequel to the gameDead Island 2is currently in development.
Survival is vital in this brutal, first-person horror series.
But beware, the undead are not your only enemy.
What is Dying Light?
Dying Lightis a survival horror game by Techland and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.
While the first release fell short in many ways,Dying Lightmaximized its potential and delivered a much-improved experience.
In the post-apocalyptic world ofDying Light, the day is for scavenging, and the night is for survival.
The game, a zombifiedFar Cry,tests your skills and nerves like never before.
During the day, you’ll explore the city and scavenge for supplies to help you survive.
Gameplay
It’s no surprise thatDead IslandandDying Light’srivalry is the talk of the town.
Notwithstanding, it’s evident thatDying Lightexcels whereDead Islandfell short.
But be careful; one wrong move, and you could find yourself surrounded by the infected.
After a while, the bar depletes, which means your character needs to regain stamina.
This is a disadvantage when battling a high-level zombie since your character can easily get killed.
This feature adds a touch of surrealism to the game.
Unfortunately,Dead Islanddoes not include this feature.
In contrast,Dead Islandhas a limit on its crafting system and places more emphasis on firearms.
C-Engine offers massive scalability and compatibility.
This allows developers to port games easily to different consoles.
As a result, the game runs smoother with fewer technical issues on newer hardware.
Moreover,Dying Lightfeatures a more realistic visual style with well-detailed environmental and character models.
The game’s dynamic lighting and shadows improve the overall immersion and atmosphere.
Not to say thatDead Islandis a lesser opponent.
In fact, the game set the stage for the subsequent, foreboding survival series.
However, when drawing parallels between the two,Dying Lightgives you a bang for your buck.
The game is a must-play for fans of survival horror.
Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.
