What changed in Dead by Daylight in 2018
65 updates · 13 main milestones · Jan 22, 2018 to Dec 27, 2018
- 1 eventWinter Solstice Bloodhunt Eventseasonal event
Enjoy the Double Bloodpoint Winter Solstice Bloodhunt from December 27th to January 3rd 2019.
Steam - 1 eventIntroduction of Dedicated ServersnetworkMilestone
Dedicated Servers are coming to Dead by Daylight, enhancing the online gameplay experience.
Steam - 1 eventFree Ornate Mask Inspired by The Game Awardsnew content
The new Ornate Mask inspired by The Game Awards is available for free now.
Steam - 1 event
- 1 eventHallowed Blight Event Launchseasonal event
The Hallowed Blight Event is NOW live on all platforms!
Steam - 1 eventShattered Bloodline Chapter Releaseddlc releaseMilestone
The Shattered Bloodline Chapter is now available for Dead by Daylight.
Steam - 1 eventScorching Summer BBQ Event Extendedseasonal event
The Scorching Summer BBQ invitation has been extended to August 23rd, allowing players to enjoy additional event activities.
Steam - 1 eventDeathgarden Free Week and Exclusive Masksseasonal event
Play Deathgarden for free from August 14th-21st. Owners of both games receive exclusive masks.
Steam - 12 eventsFirst Match of the Day Bonus XP Issue Tentatively Fixedbug fix
Tentatively fixed an issue that could cause players not to receive the first match of the day bonus XP.
SteamSlippery Meat Perk Escape Attempts Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the extra hook escape attempts sometimes weren't given when using the Slippery Meat perk.
SteamPrestige Item Unlock Order Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that caused the wrong Prestige item unlock order for the Hag and the Nurse.
SteamRank 15 De-pip Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that caused players to be unable to de-pip at Rank 15.
SteamBloodweb Perk Spawn Logic Adjustmentbalance changeAdjusted the logic the Bloodweb uses to spawn multiple perks in one single Bloodweb level.
SteamPerk Descriptions Updatedbug fixUpdated the proper perk descriptions for Calm Spirit, Dark Sense and Deja Vu.
SteamHangman's Trick Perk Functionality Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that caused the perk Hangman's Trick to increase the bear trap respawn by 60 seconds instead of decreasing it by 60 seconds.
SteamBear Traps Sinking Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that caused bear traps to sink into the stairs of the main building in the Blood Lodge map.
SteamMinor Localization Improvementsquality of lifeSteamBitter Murmur Perk HUD Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue that caused the Bitter Murmur perk to always be lit up in the HUD.
SteamTinkerer Perk Activation Indicator Addedbalance changeAdded a new visual indicator when the Tinkerer perk activates.
SteamTinkerer Perk Generator Repair Threshold Changedbalance changeWhen a generator is repaired to 85%, Killer receives a loud noise indicator and Terror Radius is reduced to 0 meters for 8/10/12 seconds (was 4/6/8).
Steam - 1 eventLaunch of New Dead by Daylight Forumsnew content
A new platform for players to communicate, collaborate ideas, and find survivors across all platforms.
Steam - 12 eventsPublic Test Build Access Instructionsquality of life
Detailed steps on how to access the Public Test Build for testing new features.
SteamIntroduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestoneThe Emblems System evaluates player performance during matches with four Emblems, each having four qualities.
SteamEmblem #1: Do U Even Gen?gameplayIntroduces Lightbringer and Gatekeeper Emblems focusing on generator repairs and uncompleted generators.
SteamIntroduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestoneThe Emblems System evaluates player performance during matches with four distinct Emblems, each having four qualities.
SteamEmblem #3: Under PressuregameplayIncludes Benevolent and Malicious Emblems that reward altruistic actions and injuring Survivors.
SteamEmblem #4: You Can Run… And You Can HidegameplayIntroduces Evader and Chaser Emblems focusing on stealth and chase performance.
SteamEmblem #2: I Will SurvivegameplayFeatures Unbroken and Devout Emblems rewarding players for escaping and sacrifices.
SteamEmblem #3: Under PressuregameplayIncludes Benevolent and Malicious Emblems that reward altruistic actions and penalize injuries to teammates.
SteamEmblem Feedback SurveyotherPlayers are encouraged to participate in a survey to provide feedback on the Emblems system.
SteamEmblem #1: Do U Even Gen?gameplayIntroduces Lightbringer and Gatekeeper Emblems focused on generator repair participation and uncompleted generators.
SteamEmblem #4: You Can Run… and You Can HidegameplayIntroduces Evader and Chaser Emblems that reward stealth and successful chases.
SteamEmblem #2: I Will SurvivegameplayFeatures Unbroken and Devout Emblems rewarding players for escaping alive and sacrifices.
Steam - 2 eventsThe Howling Grounds Event Launchseasonal eventMilestone
The Howling Grounds in-game event has started! Start gathering coins and make your own luck!
SteamHowling Grounds Event Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe Howling Grounds in-game event has started! Start gathering coins and make your own luck!
Steam - 16 eventsEmblem #4: YOU CAN RUN… AND YOU CAN HIDEgameplay
Points for stealthy behavior and successful chases.
SteamIntroduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestoneA new feature that evaluates player performance during matches with four distinct Emblems.
SteamEmblem #3: UNDER PRESSUREgameplayRewards altruistic actions and penalizes for downing Survivors, affecting point distribution.
SteamEmblem #4: YOU CAN RUN… AND YOU CAN HIDEgameplayPoints awarded for stealth and successful chases, encouraging different play styles.
SteamEmblem #1: DO U EVEN GEN?gameplayEvaluates participation in generator repairs and rewards based on uncompleted generators.
SteamFeedback Request for Emblemsquality of lifePlayers are encouraged to provide feedback on the Emblems for future adjustments.
SteamEmblems Quality LevelsgameplayEmblems come in four qualities: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Iridescent, affecting overall match rating.
SteamEmblem #1: DO U EVEN GEN?gameplayEvaluates generator repair participation and non-repaired generators for points.
SteamIntroduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestoneA new feature that evaluates player performance during matches through a system of Emblems.
SteamEmblem #3: UNDER PRESSUREgameplayPoints awarded for altruistic actions and injuring/downing Survivors.
SteamPublic Test Build Access Instructionsquality of lifeDetailed steps on how to access the Public Test Build on Steam.
SteamFeedback Request for Emblemsquality of lifePlayers are encouraged to provide feedback on the Emblems for further design adjustments.
SteamEmblems Quality LevelsgameplayEmblems come in four qualities: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Iridescent, affecting overall match rating and rank progress.
SteamEmblem #2: I WILL SURVIVEgameplayAwards points for escaping alive and sacrifices, with quality based on downed instances.
SteamPublic Test Build Access Instructionsquality of lifeDetailed steps on how to access the Public Test Build for testing the new Emblems feature.
Steam - 4 events