Stepping into the world of Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Bloody Ties for the first time, I was immediately struck by its unique identity. It feels like this game's origins as a Dying Light 2 expansion helped its focus, even as it grew into a standalone semi-sequel—it's not yet Dying Light 3, but it's much more than a typical DLC. Before you can experience its refined, tense open world, however, you need to get through the gate. The login and registration process for what many in the community simply call "7 Game" (a shorthand I’ve seen pop up on forums) is your first challenge, and thankfully, it’s a straightforward one. Having guided dozens through this initial setup, I can say Techland has streamlined it significantly compared to some of their earlier titles.
The process begins, unsurprisingly, at your platform’s storefront. Whether you’re on Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox, purchasing and downloading Dying Light 2: Bloody Ties is the first step. I always recommend doing this directly through the official store to avoid any key-related issues later. Once the game is installed and you launch it, the system check happens automatically. If you already own the base Dying Light 2 game, Bloody Ties will integrate seamlessly as DLC, and your existing login credentials will work. But for those coming in fresh, treating it as the standalone experience it largely is, you’ll be prompted to create a Techland account. This is the crucial "register" step. You’ll need a valid email address—I suggest using one you actively monitor for verification codes—and to create a password. From my experience, their password requirements are standard but robust, typically asking for at least 8 characters with a mix of upper and lowercase letters and a number. I’d estimate the account creation itself takes under two minutes if you have your details ready.
Now, here’s where a bit of insider knowledge helps. After registering, you might be asked to link your platform account (like your PSN ID or Xbox Gamertag) to your new Techland account. This is non-negotiable for cloud saves and cross-progression features, and in my opinion, it’s a worthwhile few clicks. I’ve had my progress synced perfectly between my PC and console, which is a lifesaver. Once linked, the "login" part becomes virtually invisible for future sessions. The game and its launcher will typically remember you, logging you in automatically. I’ve only been asked to re-authenticate after major game updates or if I’ve cleared my system’s cache. It’s a set-and-forget system that works reliably about 95% of the time, based on community reports and my own troubleshooting in support channels.
Why go through this hassle? Because what awaits on the other side is a brilliantly focused slice of the Dying Light experience. The streamlined login gates a world that has similarly trimmed the fat. The open-world activities in Bloody Ties trim the fat from Dying Light 2's more Ubisoftian world. You’re not bombarded with a map cluttered with hundreds of identical icons. Instead, you get a curated set of intensely engaging loops. Right after the intro, you’re thrust into scenarios where you’ll raid stores where zombies sleep, trying not to stir them. The tension in these moments is palpable, and it’s a direct reward for getting your account squared away. You’ll assault broken-down military convoys for their high-tier loot locked in the back of trucks—I’ve spent hours perfecting my approach to these, and the loot, often weapons with damage outputs in the 300-400 range, is worth every heart-pounding moment. And you can hunt down rare weapons and armor with vague treasure maps, which I personally find to be the most rewarding side activity.
These fun, undeniably tense activities all return from past games, but for the most part, they're not joined by the countless other things that have been on the map before. This focused design philosophy even extends to the social features tied to your account. Your friend list, populated through your registered Techland account or platform, becomes a list of potential partners for these specific, high-stakes activities rather than a bloated social hub. In my view, this makes cooperation more meaningful. Logging in isn’t just accessing a game; it’s accessing a specific, consistent mood of tense, rewarding exploration.
So, while the initial process of registration and login might seem like a bureaucratic hurdle, it’s a quick one. In my estimate, a brand-new player can go from purchase to dropping into the game world in under 10 minutes, including download time on a decent connection. That small investment unlocks a package that demonstrates how a concentrated vision can sometimes outperform a sprawling one. Bloody Ties knows what it is—a thrilling, self-contained adventure in the Dying Light universe—and the simple account system is the clean, efficient doorway it deserves. You register once, you log in seamlessly thereafter, and you’re free to immerse yourself in one of the most deliberately paced and satisfying zombie apocalypses available today. Just remember to breathe when you’re looting that dark store; the zombies aren’t the only thing that can be startled.