I Used Google Lens to Solve One of Dying Light: The Beast’s Puzzles, and It Worked

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It’s rare to see game reviewers discuss how frustrating it can be to get truly stuck without access to online guides. Whether it’s a tricky puzzle or a big decision with unclear consequences, many games rely on developers offering support through channels like email or Discord. But waiting for a response isn’t ideal when you’re pressed for time or worried about losing progress. I recently ran into this problem while reviewing Dying Light: The Beast, and I was able to solve a puzzle using Google Lens.

I rarely use Google Lens, mostly when I need to identify something like a spider I’ve found inside to make sure it’s harmless, or to figure out what kind of plant I’m looking at. I even used it once to pick out a paint color that would match my kitchen counters. But I never thought I’d use it to solve a puzzle in a video game, especially one that hadn’t even come out yet! That’s exactly what happened while playing *Dying Light: The Beast*, and it was a really rewarding experience.

How I Used Google Lens to Solve One of Dying Light: The Beast’s Puzzles

Dying Light: The Beast Has Safes That Can Be Unlocked With a Nearby Code

The highlight of *Dying Light: The Beast* is Castor Woods – a stunning open world unlike any seen before in the series. While exploring, players will discover Dark Zones, treasure maps, and plenty of loot. They’ll also find locked safes that require codes to open. These codes are typically found on notes located nearby, usually within a few feet of the safe itself.

Discovering safe codes is usually a quick win, because most safes contain valuable Epic and Legendary items. These items give players a lot of money to spend on crafting resources in *Dying Light: The Beast*, which gets more expensive as you progress. While it might not appeal to everyone, I, as someone who likes to fully complete games, found it worthwhile for several reasons. I often found the solutions to the safe codes right in front of me, but figuring out *how* to use those clues wasn’t always easy.

One of Dying Light: The Beast’s Safe Codes Was Written in Binary

I was playing *Dying Light: The Beast* and came across a locked safe. The code was right there on a whiteboard nearby, but it was written in binary! I haven’t the slightest clue how to read that stuff. I could have looked up each number online, but I had a better idea. I remembered Google Lens, so I quickly pulled out my phone, opened the app, and pointed it at the code. Instantly, it gave me the solution! I entered the code, and the safe popped open, revealing some really useful loot!

I’m not going to reveal the location of this safe, but when you find it, I suggest using Google Lens, just like I did. It’s better than looking up all the safe combinations online for Castor Woods in *Dying Light: The Beast*. It might seem strange, but it actually worked, even though I’ve used Google Lens for other things before.

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2025-09-19 01:42