What changed in Dead by Daylight in 2018

65 updates · 13 main milestones · Jan 22, 2018 to Dec 27, 2018

  1. 1 event
    Winter Solstice Bloodhunt Eventseasonal event

    Enjoy the Double Bloodpoint Winter Solstice Bloodhunt from December 27th to January 3rd 2019.

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  2. 1 event
    Introduction of Dedicated ServersnetworkMilestone

    Dedicated Servers are coming to Dead by Daylight, enhancing the online gameplay experience.

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  3. 1 event
    Free Ornate Mask Inspired by The Game Awardsnew content

    The new Ornate Mask inspired by The Game Awards is available for free now.

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  4. 1 event
    Blood Rush Event Liveseasonal event

    The Blood Rush Event (1.5x) is NOW live on all platforms!

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    Hallowed Blight Event Launchseasonal event

    The Hallowed Blight Event is NOW live on all platforms!

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  6. 2 events
    Equinox Bloodhunt Event Launchseasonal event

    The Equinox Bloodhunt event has started, featuring doubled Bloodpoint gain.

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    Equinox Bloodhunt Event Durationseasonal event

    The event runs from September 21st 00:00 UTC to September 24th 00:00 UTC.

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  7. 1 event
    Shattered Bloodline Chapter Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The Shattered Bloodline Chapter is now available for Dead by Daylight.

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  8. 1 event
    Scorching Summer BBQ Event Extendedseasonal event

    The Scorching Summer BBQ invitation has been extended to August 23rd, allowing players to enjoy additional event activities.

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  9. 1 event
    Deathgarden Free Week and Exclusive Masksseasonal event

    Play Deathgarden for free from August 14th-21st. Owners of both games receive exclusive masks.

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  10. 12 events
    First 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.

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    Slippery Meat Perk Escape Attempts Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the extra hook escape attempts sometimes weren't given when using the Slippery Meat perk.

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    Prestige Item Unlock Order Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused the wrong Prestige item unlock order for the Hag and the Nurse.

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    Rank 15 De-pip Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused players to be unable to de-pip at Rank 15.

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    Bloodweb Perk Spawn Logic Adjustmentbalance change

    Adjusted the logic the Bloodweb uses to spawn multiple perks in one single Bloodweb level.

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    Perk Descriptions Updatedbug fix

    Updated the proper perk descriptions for Calm Spirit, Dark Sense and Deja Vu.

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    Hangman's Trick Perk Functionality Fixedbug fix

    Fixed 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.

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    Bear Traps Sinking Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused bear traps to sink into the stairs of the main building in the Blood Lodge map.

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    Minor Localization Improvementsquality of life
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    Bitter Murmur Perk HUD Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused the Bitter Murmur perk to always be lit up in the HUD.

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    Tinkerer Perk Activation Indicator Addedbalance change

    Added a new visual indicator when the Tinkerer perk activates.

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    Tinkerer Perk Generator Repair Threshold Changedbalance change

    When 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).

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  11. 2 events
    The Curtain Call Chapter Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The Curtain Call Chapter is now available on Steam.

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    Introduction of The Clown Characternew content

    The Clown character is now available on Steam.

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  12. 1 event
    Launch of New Dead by Daylight Forumsnew content

    A new platform for players to communicate, collaborate ideas, and find survivors across all platforms.

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  13. 12 events
    Public Test Build Access Instructionsquality of life

    Detailed steps on how to access the Public Test Build for testing new features.

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    Introduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestone

    The Emblems System evaluates player performance during matches with four Emblems, each having four qualities.

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    Emblem #1: Do U Even Gen?gameplay

    Introduces Lightbringer and Gatekeeper Emblems focusing on generator repairs and uncompleted generators.

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    Introduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestone

    The Emblems System evaluates player performance during matches with four distinct Emblems, each having four qualities.

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    Emblem #3: Under Pressuregameplay

    Includes Benevolent and Malicious Emblems that reward altruistic actions and injuring Survivors.

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    Emblem #4: You Can Run… And You Can Hidegameplay

    Introduces Evader and Chaser Emblems focusing on stealth and chase performance.

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    Emblem #2: I Will Survivegameplay

    Features Unbroken and Devout Emblems rewarding players for escaping and sacrifices.

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    Emblem #3: Under Pressuregameplay

    Includes Benevolent and Malicious Emblems that reward altruistic actions and penalize injuries to teammates.

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    Emblem Feedback Surveyother

    Players are encouraged to participate in a survey to provide feedback on the Emblems system.

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    Emblem #1: Do U Even Gen?gameplay

    Introduces Lightbringer and Gatekeeper Emblems focused on generator repair participation and uncompleted generators.

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    Emblem #4: You Can Run… and You Can Hidegameplay

    Introduces Evader and Chaser Emblems that reward stealth and successful chases.

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    Emblem #2: I Will Survivegameplay

    Features Unbroken and Devout Emblems rewarding players for escaping alive and sacrifices.

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  14. 2 events
    Kill Your Friends Mode Crashesbug fix

    Identified an issue causing crashes and long or infinite loads in Kill Your Friends mode.

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    Kill Your Friends Mode Crashesbug fix

    Identified an issue causing crashes and long or infinite loading times in Kill Your Friends mode.

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  15. 2 events
    The Howling Grounds Event Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    The Howling Grounds in-game event has started! Start gathering coins and make your own luck!

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    Howling Grounds Event Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    The Howling Grounds in-game event has started! Start gathering coins and make your own luck!

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  16. 2 events
    Howling Grounds Event Announcementseasonal event

    Celebrate the Year of the Dog with the Howling Grounds event starting on Thursday.

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    Howling Grounds Event Announcementseasonal event

    Celebrate the Year of the Dog with the Howling Grounds event starting Thursday.

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  17. 16 events
    Emblem #4: YOU CAN RUN… AND YOU CAN HIDEgameplay

    Points for stealthy behavior and successful chases.

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    Introduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new feature that evaluates player performance during matches with four distinct Emblems.

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    Emblem #3: UNDER PRESSUREgameplay

    Rewards altruistic actions and penalizes for downing Survivors, affecting point distribution.

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    Emblem #4: YOU CAN RUN… AND YOU CAN HIDEgameplay

    Points awarded for stealth and successful chases, encouraging different play styles.

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    Emblem #1: DO U EVEN GEN?gameplay

    Evaluates participation in generator repairs and rewards based on uncompleted generators.

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    Feedback Request for Emblemsquality of life

    Players are encouraged to provide feedback on the Emblems for future adjustments.

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    Emblems Quality Levelsgameplay

    Emblems come in four qualities: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Iridescent, affecting overall match rating.

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    Emblem #1: DO U EVEN GEN?gameplay

    Evaluates generator repair participation and non-repaired generators for points.

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    Emblem #2: I WILL SURVIVEgameplay

    Awards points based on escaping alive and sacrifices made.

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    Introduction of Emblems Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new feature that evaluates player performance during matches through a system of Emblems.

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    Emblem #3: UNDER PRESSUREgameplay

    Points awarded for altruistic actions and injuring/downing Survivors.

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    Public Test Build Access Instructionsquality of life

    Detailed steps on how to access the Public Test Build on Steam.

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    Feedback Request for Emblemsquality of life

    Players are encouraged to provide feedback on the Emblems for further design adjustments.

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    Emblems Quality Levelsgameplay

    Emblems come in four qualities: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Iridescent, affecting overall match rating and rank progress.

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    Emblem #2: I WILL SURVIVEgameplay

    Awards points for escaping alive and sacrifices, with quality based on downed instances.

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    Public Test Build Access Instructionsquality of life

    Detailed steps on how to access the Public Test Build for testing the new Emblems feature.

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  18. 4 events
    Saw Big Bundle Availabledlc release

    The Saw Big Bundle including the base game, the Saw Chapter, and the original movie Saw (2004) is available for new players.

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    Release of the Saw Chapterdlc releaseMilestone

    The Saw Chapter is now available on Steam.

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    Saw Bundle Availabledlc release

    Players can purchase the Saw Bundle including the Saw Chapter and the original movie Saw (2004).

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    Saw Chapter Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The Saw Chapter is now available on Steam.

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  19. 2 events
    SAW Chapter Releasedlc releaseMilestone

    The SAW Chapter will be out on January 23rd!

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    SAW Chapter Releasedlc releaseMilestone

    The SAW Chapter will be available for play starting January 23rd.

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