What changed in Dead by Daylight in 2026
455 updates · 46 main milestones · Jan 6, 2026 to Jul 30, 2026
- 5 eventsEarly Access Participation Requirementsgameplay
Players must watch one hour of selected Twitch streams and have a linked Behaviour Account to enter the Early Access pool.
SteamGrimoire Drop Promotionseasonal eventMilestoneWatch selected Twitch streams for a chance to enter the Grimoire Public Beta Test from July 30 to August 1, 2026.
SteamEarly Access SchedulegameplayEarly Access will be available during specific time windows from July 30 to August 1, 2026.
SteamUpcoming Software and Driver Update RequirementsystemMilestonePlayers will need to update older versions of certain software and drivers to ensure continued access to the game starting 30th July 2026.
SteamChorus of Sin Early Access Launchnew contentMilestoneThe Early Access build for the Chorus of Sin Chapter is now available for selected creators and players.
Steam - 2 events
- 52 eventsFully Healed voice line issue fixaudio
Fixed an issue where Survivors 'Fully Healed' voice line triggers when partially healed.
SteamInto the Fog Tooltips fixbug fixFixed an issue where Into the Fog Tooltips for Perk Related Quests did not show the associated Perk.
SteamHex Statuses visibility fixbug fixFixed an issue where Hex Statuses were hidden from Survivors when a Hex was reactivated by the Perk 'Undying'.
SteamSauna Rock Add-on adjustmentbalance changeAfter a Jump Scare, inflict Exhausted on Survivors for 3 seconds (was 13 seconds).
SteamFixed Nemesis zombies stuck issuebug fixFixed an issue where The Nemesis zombies could become stuck on Sanctum of Wrath.
SteamExit gate dialog timing fixaudioFixed an issue where Survivors exit gate dialog triggered at the same time the door opens.
SteamVisionary perk aura reveal fixbug fixFixed an issue where the perk Visionary would not reveal generator auras when exiting a Locker.
SteamChaos Shuffle loadout issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where alternating from Chaos Shuffle to Normal Trial erased saved loadouts.
SteamParty Noisemaker Add-on adjustmentbalance changeReveals Auras of Survivors further than 28 meters for 6 seconds (was 32 meters).
SteamKiller chests Aura reveal fixbug fixFixed an issue where Killer chests did not have their Aura revealed when facing The Nemesis and The Mastermind.
SteamMirror Shards Add-on adjustmentbalance changeImpaled Survivors become Broken for 40 seconds (was 30 seconds).
SteamJump Scare Survivor scream fixaudioFixed an issue where The Slasher 'Jump Scare' caused Survivors in Lockers to scream.
SteamOni's Blood Fury HUD feedback fixbug fixFixed an issue where there was no HUD or UI feedback indicating The Oni's Blood Fury prompt had to be held to activate.
SteamSurvivor queue reset issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where leaving the Survivor queue in Play While You Wait would reset the Killer priority queue.
SteamMastermind vault attack issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where Survivors downed by The Mastermind's vault attack while working on a Generator kept repairing while downed.
SteamEyrie of Crows trap placement fixbug fixFixed an issue in Eyrie of Crows where the traps could not be placed properly on the second floor.
SteamShadowborn perk activation issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where The perk Shadowborn failed to activate when Rampage had tokens.
SteamOni's Blood Fury prompt fixbug fixFixed an issue where The Oni's Blood Fury's prompt was missing an indication that it must be held to activate.
SteamJump Scare anti-camp penalty adjustmentbalance changeJump Scare anti-camp penalty no longer applies across multiple floors.
SteamDrop Spray/Antidote issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where it was unable to Drop the Spray/Antidote after being used by a different Survivor.
SteamSlasher's Dirty Money Add-On UI fixbug fixFixed an issue where The Slasher's Dirty Money Add-On remained dimmed when active.
SteamTwo Nails Add-on adjustmentbalance changeSpikes reveal Survivor's Aura for 5 seconds (was 6 seconds).
SteamSurvivors seeing Cage of Corruption Aurabug fixFixed an issue where Survivors could see the Aura of the Cage of Corruption while in a locker.
SteamBear Trap and Cage of Corruption interaction fixbug fixFixed an issue where a Survivor caught in a Bear Trap could be sent into a Cage of Corruption twice.
SteamNew Survivor Perk: Cross-Examinationnew contentWhile in the Killer's Terror Radius and not being chased, leave Light Marks that grant Elusive.
SteamToba Landing blink issue fixbug fixFixed an issue in Toba Landing where The Nurse can blink through the ground.
SteamHex: No One Escapes Death aura fixbug fixFixed an issue where the aura of the Perk Hex: No One Escapes Death was missing for the Survivor POV.
SteamMap specific achievements fixbug fixFixed an issue where certain map specific achievements were not being awarded correctly.
SteamWalking Dead characters VO fixaudioFixed an issue where Walking Dead characters were not playing the right VO line during their interactions.
SteamLights Out Game Mode UpdatesgameplaySurvivors holding the Lantern see Auras of Pallets, Vaults, and Breakable Walls within 32m.
SteamHook voice over timing fixaudioFixed an issue where the hook voice over played too late when transitioning from phase 1 to phase 2.
SteamKnown Issues: Stake Out tokensotherStake Out tokens are sometimes consumed by Snap Out of It skillchecks when facing The Doctor.
SteamSkull Merchant Drones fixbug fixReverted a fix that prevented The Skull Merchant from deploying Drones when above/below a Hooked Survivor.
SteamSleeping Bag Add-on adjustmentbalance changeSee locations of Survivors within 10 meters of hooks (was 8 meters).
SteamBananas metallic sound issue fixaudioFixed an issue where the bananas emit a metallic sound when hit by a projectile on Trickster Delusion map.
SteamPlot Twist perk reuse fixbug fixFixed an issue where the Perk 'Plot Twist' could be reused when picked up or dropped by a Killer.
SteamTrapped animation issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where trapped Survivors were missing the trapped animation after stepping in The Trapper's Bear Trap.
SteamTreatment Theater attack block fixbug fixFixed an issue in Treatment Theater where The Executioner's Punishment Of The Damned attack is blocked.
SteamDark Lord extra attack fixbug fixFixed an issue where as The Dark Lord using the wolf form, the Killer could perform an extra attack right before the Pounce cooldown.
SteamSurvivor Skills UI fixbug fixFixed an issue where Survivor Skills always appeared Unlocked in the Match Details screen.
SteamDeathbound perk scream issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where the Perk Deathbound caused Survivors that previously healed another Survivor to scream again.
SteamSummer Screams Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestoneEvent runs from July 28th to August 18th with various weekly quests.
SteamTorment Creek trap placement fixbug fixFixed an issue in Torment Creek where traps could be placed under the ground near the window.
SteamSurvivors wiggling issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where Survivors were unable to wiggle when being grabbed while having a Skill Check.
SteamIncorrect voice lines issue fixaudioFixed an issue where the incorrect voice lines played for Killers & Survivors regardless of their language setting.
SteamEntity illegal purchase issue fixbug fixFixed an issue causing the Entity to make an illegal purchase move in the Bloodweb.
SteamLullaby volume issue fixaudioFixed an issue where the lullaby for the Facemelter Eddie legendary cosmetic was lower than intended.
SteamToxic Waste Add-on adjustmentbalance changeSurvivors within 10 meters gain Oblivious for 13 seconds (was 8 meters).
SteamBlighted Springtrap animation fixbug fixFixed an issue where as The Animatronic, the Blighted Springtrap's Mouth Animation was unable to be seen at the end of the Killer's Mori.
SteamDead Dawg Saloon blink issue fixbug fixFixed an issue in Dead Dawg Saloon where The Nurse can blink on top of the small structures.
SteamIce Nine Kills music issue fixaudioFixed an issue where Ice Nine Kills music wasn't playing when equipped with collection items.
SteamDeerstalker perk reveal issue fixbug fixFixed an issue where the Perk Deerstalker was unable to reveal a Survivor for an additional 2 sec when equipped with the Perk Eyes of Belmont.
Steam - 51 eventsNew Survivor Perk: Wide Open Throttlenew content
Gain Haste after fast-vaulting a Pallet, with cooldown.
SteamFixed Knight Guard Break Pallet Alert Issuebug fixPerk Alert no longer triggers twice when Knight uses a Guard to break a pallet.
SteamLend a Hand Perk ChangechangesEffect can now be used multiple times as long as conditions are fulfilled.
SteamFixed Nurse Fire Effect Issuebug fixNurse now has the correct fire effect with specific customization.
SteamFixed Save Game Error Issuebug fixResolved issue where 'Save Game Error' could close the application.
SteamFixed Buckle Up Activation Issuebug fixBuckle Up now activates correctly while recovering with Conviction.
SteamNew Survivor Perk: Lend a Handnew contentGives permanent healing charges when blessing or cleansing a Totem while healing another Survivor.
SteamFixed The First Vine Attack Issuebug fixSurvivors now enter the floating state correctly when hit with a Vine Attack.
SteamFixed Mending Bar UI Issuebug fixMending bar no longer appears incorrectly when interacting with security cameras.
SteamFixed Dark Lord's Wolf Form Speed Issuebug fixCorrected backward movement speed for Dark Lord's wolf form.
SteamFixed Survivor Impalement Issuebug fixSurvivors no longer appear impaled after being unpinned by The Slasher.
SteamFixed Wide Open Throttle Cooldown Issuebug fixPerk now goes on cooldown correctly when triggering Dissolution.
SteamFixed Muffled Environment Audiobug fixResolved issue causing muffled audio shortly after starting a trial.
SteamFixed Slasher Mini Mori Animation Issuebug fixCorrected alignment issues for Slasher's Mini Mori animation.
SteamFixed Killer Subtitles Issuebug fixKiller subtitles no longer appear during survivor point of view.
SteamFixed A Nurse’s Calling Aura Reveal Issuebug fixPerk now reveals auras of Survivors being healed from the dying state correctly.
SteamFixed Survivor Skill Check Animation Issuebug fixSurvivors no longer get incorrect skill check animation when restarting work on Lament Configuration.
SteamFixed Hex: Face the Darkness Notification Issuebug fixScream notification bubble now appears correctly for last remaining Survivor.
SteamFixed Hex: The Third Seal Activation Issuebug fixPerk now activates correctly when The Trickster hits a Survivor.
SteamFixed Exposed SFX for The Artistbug fixSurvivors now receive correct sound effects when affected by The Artist.
SteamFixed Lich's Hand of Vecna Teleport Issuesbug fixCorrected teleportation issues in various lockers.
SteamFixed Dark Lord's Terror Radius Issuebug fixTerror Radius no longer lingers incorrectly after shapeshifting.
Steam10th Anniversary 'Black Banquet' Eventseasonal eventMilestoneEvent starts June 25th with unique gameplay experiences.
SteamFixed Knight's Aura Feedback Issuebug fixHighlight aura feedback now appears correctly for guard orders on pallets.
SteamFixed Animatronic Flashlight Immunity Issuebug fixAnimatronic now has flashlight immunity when grabbing a Survivor inside a doorway.
SteamFixed Deathslinger Crash Issuebug fixResolved crash issue when performing a basic attack while a Survivor is affected by their power.
SteamFixed Player Controller Input Issuebug fixPlayer controller inputs now register correctly when using mouse & keyboard.
SteamFixed Mastermind Dash Animation Issuebug fixMastermind's Virulent Bound dash reset animation now plays correctly.
SteamFixed Mastermind Camera Movement Issuebug fixMastermind can now freely move the camera between dash buffers.
SteamFixed Omnipresent Evil Mist Visibility Issuebug fixRed mist is no longer incorrectly visible on other Survivors in spectator view.
SteamFixed The First Mori Animation Issuebug fixCorrected visual issues during Mori in Worldbreaker mode.
SteamFixed Missing Killer Voiceoverbug fixAddressed internal issue causing missing voiceovers in certain scenarios.
SteamFixed Trickster Trial Intro SFXbug fixCorrected wrong sound effects during Trial Intro animation.
SteamFixed Various Killer Stuck Issuesbug fixResolved issues where killers could get stuck in various locations.
SteamFixed Spine Chill Duration Indicator Issuebug fixDuration indicator no longer flickers when Survivor is at the edge of Killer's line of sight.
SteamFixed Knight's Guards Pathing Issuebug fixGuards now navigate correctly around dropped pallets during chases.
SteamCross-Examination Perk Changebalance changeUpdated conditions to include 'not being chased by the Killer'.
Steam - 18 eventsFixed Character Animation Issuesbug fix
Various character animation issues fixed for multiple Survivors and Killers.
SteamFixed Perk Issuesbug fixMultiple issues with perks fixed, including activation and visibility problems.
SteamJason Chapter Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneThe Jason Chapter is now available on Steam, introducing a new Killer, The Slasher.
SteamNew Killer Perksnew contentMilestoneIntroducing three new perks: Hex: Scared to Death, Silent Shadow, and Rampage.
SteamFixed Environment/Map Issuesbug fixNumerous map collision and navigation issues fixed across various locations.
SteamThrowing Spikes Special AbilitygameplayMilestoneThe Slasher can throw spikes to injure and immobilize Survivors.
SteamFixed Audio Issuesbug fixMultiple audio issues fixed including missing sounds and low volume for certain characters.
SteamNew Killer: The Slashernew contentMilestoneIntroducing a new killer with unique powers and abilities.
SteamOmnipresent Evil PowergameplayMilestoneThe Slasher becomes invisible and gains Undetectable, revealing Survivors' locations.
SteamKiller Power Match Details Tabui uxUpdated match details with a new tab for Killer's power description.
SteamDoctor Visual ChangesvisualsReduced intensity of noise vignette, light, and camera shake when using Doctor's power.
SteamNew Killer: The Slashernew contentMilestoneThe Slasher is the new Killer introduced in the Jason Chapter.
SteamFixed Platform-Specific Issuesbug fixResolved various issues related to different platforms including loading and profile viewing.
SteamExclusive Misty Cabin Bannernew contentPurchasing the Jason Chapter unlocks an exclusive Misty Cabin banner.
SteamJump Scare Special AbilitygameplayMilestoneAllows The Slasher to quickly move to a Pallet, Breakable Wall, or Window for a special action.
SteamExclusive Hockey Mask Badgenew contentPurchasing the Jason Chapter unlocks an exclusive Hockey Mask badge.
Steam - 11 eventsKiller husk attack now activates with a slight delaybalance change
The husk is no longer instant upon appearing to discourage aggressive use.
SteamIncreased anti-camp system slowdown effectivenessbalance changeSlowdown effectiveness increased from X2 to X3 time in seconds to discourage camping.
SteamPinned rescues no longer considered healing actionsbalance changeThis change addresses unintended synergies with perks and items that trigger from healing actions.
SteamSilent Shadow Perk changebalance changeUndetectable occurs whenever you hook a Survivor instead of at the start of the trial.
SteamEye Goop Addon undetectable duration increasedbalance changeUndetectable duration increased to 13s (was 9s).
SteamDeputy's Badge Addon reworkedbalance changeNew effect causes generators to explode if the Killer is within 4m, losing 5% progress.
SteamIridescent Boat Motor Addon window block duration increasedbalance changeWindow block duration increased to 13s (was 5s).
SteamIncreased movement speed penalty when cancelling charge Projectile actionbalance changeThis aims to make the charge cancellation feel like a more meaningful commitment.
Steam - 39 eventsFixed Quest Completion Issuesbug fix
Resolved issues preventing completion of specific challenges.
SteamFixed Ghoul's Power SFX Volumebug fixAdjusted the volume of The Ghoul's power SFX to normal levels.
SteamNew Survivor Perks: Lend a HandgameplayGives healing charges after blessing or cleansing a Totem.
SteamNew Killer Perks: Hex: Scared to DeathgameplayIgnites a Dull Totem after hooking 3 different Survivors.
SteamFixed Mastermind's Out of Range Hitsbug fixFixed an issue where The Mastermind could hit out of range Survivors after a Virulent Bound vault.
SteamNew Survivor Perks: Wide Open Throttle, Lend a Hand, Cross-Examinationnew contentMilestoneNew perks for the Survivor that provide various gameplay advantages.
SteamNew Killer: The Slashernew contentMilestoneIntroducing The Slasher with the power Omnipresent Evil and special abilities Jump Scare and Throwing Spikes.
SteamFixed Environmental Issues Across Mapsbug fixResolved various issues that affected navigation and gameplay in multiple maps.
SteamNew Killer Perks: Silent ShadowgameplayGrants Undetectable status at the start of the trial or when all Generators are completed.
SteamKiller Power Match Details Tabui uxUpdated Match Details with a new tab for Killer's power description.
SteamNew Killer: The Slashernew contentMilestoneIntroducing a new killer with unique powers and abilities.
SteamFixed Audio Issues for The Krasue and The Ghoulbug fixResolved issues with audio not playing correctly.
SteamFixed Environment/Map Issuesbug fixCorrected various navigation and collision issues across multiple maps.
SteamThrowing Spikes AbilitygameplayMilestoneThe Slasher can throw spikes that damage and impale survivors.
SteamBloodweb Level and Prestige Adjustmentsquality of lifeCharacters will be set to Level 50 and Prestige 3 in the PTB.
SteamAuric Cells and Bloodpoints Distributionquality of lifePlayers will receive 12,500 Auric Cells and 1 million Bloodpoints on each new PTB version.
SteamFixed UI and Miscellaneous Issuesbug fixAddressed various UI bugs and other minor issues affecting gameplay.
SteamJump Scare Special AbilitygameplayMilestoneAllows the Slasher to quickly move to a Pallet, Breakable Wall, or Window.
SteamFixed Perk Display Issuesbug fixCorrected issues with perk descriptions and visibility in the bloodweb.
SteamFixed Mastermind's Grabbing Issuebug fixResolved an issue where The Mastermind could grab and hit Survivors behind walls and pallets.
SteamNew Killer Perks: Hex: Scared to Death, Silent Shadow, Rampagenew contentMilestoneNew perks for The Slasher that enhance gameplay mechanics.
SteamNew Survivor Perks: Wide Open ThrottlegameplayGain Haste after fast-vaulting a Pallet, which is then blocked for 60s.
SteamOmnipresent Evil PowergameplayMilestoneThe Slasher can become invisible and gain Undetectable status.
SteamFixed Krasue's Grunts Audiobug fixFixed an issue where The Krasue's grunts were not heard when hooking a survivor.
SteamFixed Platform-Specific Issuesbug fixAddressed issues affecting gameplay on specific platforms.
SteamPre-loaded Offerings and Itemsquality of lifeAll offerings, items, and add-ons will be pre-loaded with 99 units available.
SteamFixed Various Character Issuesbug fixResolved multiple issues affecting character interactions and visibility.
SteamFixed Perk Display and Functionality Issuesbug fixResolved issues with perk descriptions and functionality.
SteamPre-loaded Offerings, Items, and Add-onsquality of lifeAll offerings, items, and add-ons will be pre-loaded with 99 units available.
SteamNew Survivor with Generic Perksnew contentMilestoneA new original Survivor introduced, though perks are generic for the PTB.
SteamFixed Various Character Issuesbug fixFixed multiple issues related to character interactions and abilities.
SteamNew Survivor with Generic Perksnew contentMilestoneA new original survivor is introduced, though perks are generic for PTB.
SteamFixed Mastermind's Sidestep Input Issuebug fixResolved an issue where The Mastermind could not sidestep, ignoring key input between dashes.
SteamAuric Cells and Bloodpoints Distributionquality of lifePlayers will receive 12,500 Auric Cells and 1 million Bloodpoints on each new PTB version.
Steam - 1 event2026 Blood Moon Event Statsseasonal event
Players participated in over 19 million trials during the Blood Moon Event, earning substantial Bloodpoints.
Steam - 26 eventsFixed inaccessible hooks in Midwich Elementary Schoolbug fixSteamFixed Steam logo visibility issue on Switch/Switch 2bug fixSteamFixed incorrect DualSense PS controller icons on PCbug fixSteamFixed missing SFX for The Krasue when Hooking SurvivorsaudioSteamFixed vault point collision issue in The Forgotten Ruinsbug fixSteamFixed distorted SFX for The Nightmare's Dream Snare attackaudioSteamFixed greyed out Play buttons in Overview tabbug fix
Resolved an issue where the Play buttons were greyed out after viewing the Quests.
SteamFixed missing Survivors' footsteps VFX above The Xenomorph Tunnelbug fixSteamFixed Phantom Fear triggering incorrectlybug fixSteamAdjusted Dredge's Nightfall SFX Volume in LockeraudioSteamFixed Executioner's Obsidian Goblet add-on issuebug fixSteamFixed camera clipping issues in Freddy Fazbear's Pizzabug fixSteamFixed Nowhere to Hide not revealing Survivors in dying statebug fixSteamFixed clipping issues with Feng Min outfitsbug fixSteamFixed Tomie's audio persisting against The SpiritaudioSteamFixed missing fatigue animation for The Nursebug fixSteamRe-enabled Amanda's Letter Add-on for The Pignew contentSteamFixed Leader perk remaining active after Sacrificebug fixSteamFixed missing totem aura for Hex: No One Escapes Deathbug fixSteamTentative fix for flashing lights in a trialbug fixSteamFixed Demogorgon's Red Moss add-on SFX issueaudioSteamFixed The Pig's add-ons not affecting RBTsbug fixSteamFixed collision issues with cages in The Forgotten Ruinsbug fixSteamFixed object sticking from The Xenomorph's headbug fixSteamFixed game crash when resizing on PCbug fixSteamFixed The Blight not losing Tokens when breaking palletsbug fixSteam - 1 eventTesting Fix for Crashes and Green Lights on AMD GPUsbug fix
Tentative fixes for crashes when tabbing out and strange green lights for AMD GPU users are being tested in a separate Steam game version.
Steam - 30 events2v8 Event Entry Overview Popup Play Buttons Issue Fixedbug fix
Fixed an issue where the 2v8 Event Entry Overview popup Play buttons were placeholder in several languages.
SteamMiNA's Lullaby Audio Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where MiNA's lullaby can be heard during the Mori.
SteamStranger Things French VO Subtitles Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where subtitles for Stranger Things characters' French VO's were incorrect.
SteamThe Ghost Face Crouch Speed Increasebalance changeIncreased default Crouch movement speed to 4.0 m/s (was 3.8 m/s).
SteamTorchbearer Team Skill Usage Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Torchbearer was unable to use its Team skill.
SteamThe Doctor's Shock Therapy Delay Decreasebalance changeDecreased delay of Shock Therapy attack to 0.65 seconds (was 0.75 seconds).
SteamFixed Dark Lord's Castle Missing Issuebug fixFixed an issue where The Dark Lord's castle was missing with 4 specific Killers.
SteamThe First's Voice Lines Missing Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where The First's voice lines are missing when reaching the last quarter of the Doomclock while Grandfather Clocks are unused by all Survivors.
SteamKiller Power Sounds Volume Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where some specific sounds related to Killer Power were sometimes louder than ordinary.
SteamAntidote Item Clipping Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Antidote item was held horizontally or clipped inside the Survivor's arm when facing The Mastermind and The Nemesis.
SteamMastermind Bound Token Gain Time Increasebalance changeIncreased time to gain a Bound token from 5 seconds to 5.5 seconds.
SteamMenu Music Balance Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where Menu music was unbalanced between different menus and music cues.
SteamProgress Bar Animation Adjustmentui uxAdjusted the arrows animation on the progress bar to better reflect the speed of the bar filling.
SteamThe Good Guy's Attack Swing Audio Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where The Good Guy's attack swing audio could be heard twice when preparing a lunge attack.
SteamScout Aura Reveal Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Scout was able to reveal the Killer's aura regardless of the distance to all Survivors within 64 meters of the Killer.
SteamDiminishing Returns Update in Game Manualquality of lifeUpdated the Game Manual to list all Action Speeds and Modifiers affected by Diminishing Returns in a Trial.
SteamSurvivors Relocation During End Game Collapse Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where Survivors were able to relocate infinitely during the End Game Collapse.
SteamAdding New Friends Issue Fixedui uxFixed an issue where players could not add new friends on certain platforms.
SteamThe Trickster's Laugh Audio Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where The Trickster's laugh was not heard across the map when reaching S-Rank.
SteamThe Doctor's Add-ons Shock Therapy Delay Decreasebalance changeAdjusted detonation delays for various add-ons of The Doctor's Shock Therapy.
SteamRandom Disconnection Issue FixednetworkFixed an issue where players were randomly disconnected by server.
SteamDuplicate Friends in Friends List Issue Fixedui uxFixed an issue where players could have duplicate of the same friends in friends list.
SteamKiller SFX Volume Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where certain Killer SFX and actions were too loud.
SteamEleven Couching Grunts Volume Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where Eleven couching grunts for French VO's were too loud.
SteamScout Class Movement Speed Stacking Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the movement speed from Scout class stacked when applied to a crouching Survivor.
SteamBlighted Outfits Customization SFX Issue FixedaudioFixed an issue where Killers equipped with Blighted outfits were missing customization SFX.
SteamAchievement 'Collision Course' Completion Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where players were unable to complete the Achievement 'Collision Course'.
SteamEscapist Team Skill Haste Bonus Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Escapist Team Skill ability was unable to give the Haste bonus after another Survivor was Sacrificed.
SteamSelecting Two Friends at Once Issue Fixedui uxFixed an issue where players could select two friends at the same time in the friends list.
Steam - 8 eventsBanishment ⮕ Exiled ⮕ Saved by a Survivor Loop Developmentgameplay
Work in progress on the gameplay loop involving Banishment and Exile mechanics.
Steam3D Versions of Killer and Survivor CharactersvisualsOngoing work on the 3D models and recoloring of outfits for characters.
SteamRay of Retribution Controls and VFX SupportgameplayProgramming team focusing on controls, movement, and VFX for the Ray of Retribution.
SteamVFX for Active Sin on SurvivorvisualsDevelopment of the visual effect for Active Sin on Survivors, focusing on aesthetics and performance.
SteamFinal Vote for Grimoire Theme Music and Art Directionseasonal eventCommunity vote on theme music and key art for the upcoming chapter.
SteamAdjustments to Gameplay Design Based on FeedbackgameplayRevisiting some gameplay decisions based on feedback from creators and community.
SteamHopeless Exile Theme DevelopmentvisualsCreating blockouts and first pass on lighting for the Hopeless Exile theme.
SteamRefinement of Killer and Survivor Perksbalance changeRefining perks based on voting results and preparing for prototype testing.
Steam - 1 eventPlay While You Wait feature added for 1v4gameplay
Players can now engage in a Survivor Trial while waiting for a Killer match.
Steam - 25 eventsVisible Team Perks in Match Detailsui ux
Updated Match Details to show loadout of players on the same team.
SteamKiller Updates: The Dredgebalance changeIncreased movement speed while charging Reign of Darkness.
SteamKiller Updates: The Demogorgonbalance changeIncreased Shred's movement speed and turn rate, and duration of Undetectable.
SteamKiller Updates: The Unknownbalance changeDecreased cooldown of UVX and weakened Survivor vision linger duration.
SteamIncreased Download File SizeperformanceDue to engine updates, the download file size for this update will be larger than normal.
SteamDiminishing Returns UpdategameplayMilestoneGameplay modifiers and status effects now affected by diminishing returns during Trials.
Steam1v4 Play While You Wait FeaturegameplayAdded option to play as Survivor while waiting for a Killer match.
SteamKiller Updates: The Animatronicbalance changeDecreased recall times for Fire Axe and battery consumption.
SteamKiller Updates: The Blightbalance changeDecreased default movement speed and adjusted Rush token mechanics.
SteamSurvivor Perk Updates: Fast Trackbalance changeChanged token earning mechanics and generator progress.
SteamEnvironment/Maps Fixesbug fixMilestoneFixed various collision and interaction issues across multiple maps.
SteamKiller Updates: The Mastermindbalance changeDecreased recovery time and charge time per token, increased duration of Chain Bound window.
SteamMap Weighting AdjustedgameplayMap weighting has been adjusted for equal chance of spawning, with Realm Repeat Prevention in effect.
SteamSpectator Mode HUD Improvementsui uxMost HUD elements can now be hovered to display descriptions in Spectator mode.
SteamProgress Bar Animation Updateui uxNew animation and color updates for interaction progress bar to indicate speed.
Steam - 22 eventsFixed Environment/Map Issuesbug fix
Fixed multiple issues affecting map interactions and collisions.
SteamThe Dredge Movement Speed Increasebalance changeIncreased movement speed while charging Reign of Darkness to 4 m/s.
SteamThe Cannibal Chainsaw Sweep Speed Increasebalance changeIncreased maximum Chainsaw Sweep speed to 5.45 m/s.
SteamThe Blight Movement Speed Decreasebalance changeDecreased The Blight's default movement speed to 4.4 m/s.
SteamThe Animatronic Fire Axe Recall Time Decreasebalance changeDecreased time to recall the Fire Axe when embedded in the environment.
SteamThe Ghost Face Night Shroud Cooldown Decreasebalance changeDecreased the cooldown of Night Shroud to 15 seconds.
SteamFixed Perk Activation Issuesbug fixFixed an issue where the Perk Ultimate Weapon activated incorrectly.
SteamProgress Bar Animation Updateui uxUpdated progress bar animation and color to reflect interaction speed.
SteamFixed Various Character Issuesbug fixFixed visibility issues and desync problems for several characters.
SteamFast Track Perk Updatebalance changeUpdated Fast Track perk to earn tokens when another Survivor is hooked.
SteamVisible Team Perks in Match Detailsui uxUpdated Match Details to show loadout of players on the same team.
SteamThe Mastermind Virulent Bound Recovery Time Decreasebalance changeDecreased recovery time of Virulent Bound to 2.7 seconds.
SteamFixed Survivor Bots Issuesbug fixFixed various issues with Survivor Bots behavior during gameplay.
SteamDiminishing Returns UpdategameplayMilestoneIntroduced diminishing returns for repeated gameplay modifiers and status effects.
SteamThe Demogorgon Shred Speed and Duration Increasebalance changeIncreased Shred's movement speed and duration of Undetectable.
SteamThe Doctor Shock Therapy Delay Decreasebalance changeDecreased delay of Shock Therapy attack to 0.75 seconds.
Steam - 43 eventsKiller Effect: Sin Mechanics Updatedgameplay
Sin now builds up when a Survivor is hit by the Killer Power, enhancing skill-based gameplay.
SteamTrap Placement Issue in Pale Rose Fixbug fixFixed an issue in Pale Rose where it was impossible to place a trap in certain locations on the second floor of the Ferry Boat.
SteamMissing Audio in Journal Entry Fixbug fixFixed an issue where The Creeping Fog. 5. journal entry is missing audio.
SteamFizz-Spin Soda Add-on Reworkbalance changeDecreases the number of Blade Throws required to increase Throw Speed by 2.
SteamExile Mechanic OverhauledgameplayMilestoneExile now behaves like being Hooked, with a Hook Drain Timer starting upon being sent there.
SteamRichter Belmont Audio Fixbug fixFixed an issue where Richter Belmont's is missing audio in the intro animation.
SteamIntroduction of the Ray of Retribution Killer Powernew contentMilestoneA new Killer Power that allows the Killer to control and launch a vertical pillar towards Survivors.
SteamStatic Audio During Breathing Fixbug fixFixed an issue where static audio can be heard when Eleven is breathing in-game.
SteamRipper Brace Add-on Buffbalance changeFor each Style Rank, you basic-vault Windows, basic-break Pallets or Breakable Walls, and damage Generators 6% faster (was 3%).
SteamVaulting Issue in Toba Landing Fixbug fixFixed an issue in Toba Landing where Snug could not vault off a ledge of the main building.
SteamTrick Pouch Add-on Buffbalance changeIncreases maximum carried Blades by 8 (was 4) and starts the Trial with 8 extra Blades (was 4).
SteamTequila Moonrock Add-on Buffbalance changeIncreases Throw Speed by 8% for 10 seconds after gaining a Style Rank (was 15%).
SteamMastermind Movement Fix After Missbug fixFixed an issue where The Mastermind was unable to move after Missing 1 Virulent Bound with 2 charges left.
SteamDeath Throes Compilation Add-on Buffbalance changeRefills Blades by 75% of the maximum when Main Event ends (was 50%).
SteamWaiting For You Watch Add-on Buffbalance changeSurvivors whose Laceration Meter fully decays are revealed for 10 seconds (was 4 seconds).
SteamMastermind Vaulting Interrupt Fixbug fixFixed an issue where The Mastermind was unable to interrupt vaulting Survivors during Virulent Bound cooldown animation.
SteamFloating Trap in Pale Rose Fixbug fixFixed an issue in Pale Rose where a trap was floating in a hole of the structure.
SteamLobby Rotation Blocking Fixbug fixFixed an issue blocking rotation of Survivors and Killers in the Lobby.
SteamBot Interaction Completion Fixbug fixFixed an issue causing Bots to be unable to complete multiple charged interactions.
SteamClown Outfit Animation Fixbug fixFixed an issue where The Clown outfit 'Lethal Scarecrow' was missing the bottom part of the pants during kick animations.
SteamMastermind Dash Delay Fixbug fixFixed an issue where The Mastermind's Virulent Bound Dash had a small delay between the first and second Dash.
SteamStuck Hook in Treatment Theater Fixbug fixFixed an issue in Treatment Theater where a hook was stuck in assets.
SteamClose Spawned Totems in Ironworks Fixbug fixFixed an issue in Ironworks of Misery where two totems would spawn close to each other.
SteamMastermind Dash Tokens Consumption Fixbug fixFixed an issue where it was possible to consume all of The Mastermind's Dash Tokens while holding the Dash Input.
SteamShrines Mechanic RevampedgameplaySurvivors can now pray at Shrines to save teammates from Exile, with a set activation time.
SteamLucky Blade Add-on Adjustmentbalance changeOn every eighth Blade Hit, an additional bonus is assigned at random: Increases Throw Speed by 5% for 5 seconds (was 8% for 8 seconds), Gain 3% Haste for 6 seconds (was 3 seconds), Gain an additional Style Point.
SteamMatch Details Tally Screen Fixbug fixFixed an issue where Match Details would not be displayed in the Tally Screen.
SteamLighting Issues in Maps Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the lighting in the basement was incorrect in several maps.
SteamQuick & Quiet Perk Usage Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the Perk Quick & Quiet could be used just before the cooldown ends, which made the Vault silent to the Survivor.
SteamTrickster Laceration Meter Decay Delay Increasedbalance changeLaceration Meter decay delay increased to 16s (was 12).
SteamOn Target Single Add-on Reworkbalance changeIncreases the duration of Main Event by 0.5 seconds for each Blade hit while in S-Rank, up to a maximum of 20 seconds.
SteamShop Walls Audio Fixbug fixFixed an issue where 2 walls of the shop emit a metallic or a glass breaking sound when hit in Tricksters Delusion Map.
SteamBlood Moon Stop Leak Action Fixbug fixFixed an issue where the Stop Leak action could be performed while holding a Blood Can.
SteamHuntress' Lullaby Audio Fixbug fixFixed an issue where Survivors in a building can hear The Huntress' Lullaby from any distance.
SteamBloody Boa Add-on Buffbalance changeDecreases the speed at which Laceration decays by 75% (was 25%).
SteamKilling Part Chords Add-on Buffbalance changeIncreases time before Style Ranks from D to A decay by 50% (was 20%).
SteamPrestige Levels UI Fixbug fixFixed an issue where a red glow was appearing behind Prestige levels outside of the Loadout menu.
SteamCollision Above Visual Asset Fix in Rancid Abattoirbug fixFixed an issue in Rancid Abattoir where a collision is placed above the visual asset.
SteamPool of Devotion Interaction Fix in Treatment Theaterbug fixFixed an issue in Treatment Theater where a Pool of Devotion could not be interacted with.
SteamStore Bundle Banners UI Fixbug fixFixed an issue where some Store Bundle banners were shifted to the right.
SteamCrawling Animation Fix for Female Survivorsbug fixFixed an issue where the crawling animation for female Survivors wasn’t playing properly.
SteamUnknown's Mask Voice Lines Fixbug fixFixed an issue where The Unknown's Mask customization plays the male voice lines always.
Steam - 15 eventsStyle Points System Introducedbalance change
New system for generating Style Points through combo actions.
SteamUpdated Killer Actions Terminologyquality of lifeExpanded terminology for basic and special actions performed by Killers.
SteamThrow State Movement Speed Adjustmentsbalance changeDecreased base Throw State movement speed and adjusted cooldowns.
SteamThe First Phase Timer Adjustedbalance changeDecreased 2nd phase of the Wordbreaker Timer from 60 seconds to 50 seconds.
SteamTrickster's Movement Speed Decreasedbalance changeMovement speed decreased to 4.4m/s from 4.6m/s.
SteamLaceration Meter Adjustmentsbug fixLaceration now counted using whole numbers and visual feedback updated.
SteamKiller Update - The TrickstergameplayThe Trickster gains Style Points and Style Ranks affecting gameplay.
SteamMain Event Duration Increasedbalance changeMain Event duration increased to 10 seconds from 8 seconds.
Steam - 8 eventsSin and Injury Functionalitygameplay
The Pillar of Punishment will apply Sin before being able to damage Survivors upon contact.
SteamIntroduction of Pillar of Punishment Mechanicnew contentMilestoneA new mechanic where the Killer triggers a powerful pillar of divine energy that moves through walls and increases speed over time.
SteamProjectile Mechanics DevelopmentgameplayDevelopment of a basic projectile for the Pillar of Punishment, including adjustments to size, shape, material, and gravity.
SteamPillar Spawning and Movement AdjustmentsperformanceEnsured pillars spawn upright and are not influenced by player camera; explored snapping the pillar base to the ground.
SteamTemporary Visuals for PillarvisualsVFX team provided temporary visuals for the Pillar of Punishment.
SteamControl Mechanism for Pillar of PunishmentgameplayKillers will have the ability to control the movement of the Pillar of Punishment.
SteamFeedback Sound Effect for PillaraudioAudio team provided a feedback sound effect for the Pillar of Punishment.
SteamCollision and Speed Impact ExplorationgameplayInvestigated how collisions affect the speed of the Pillar of Punishment and whether obstacles impact its movement.
Steam - 15 eventsCooperative Healing Updatequality of life
Increased the number of Survivors able to heal one another simultaneously to 3.
SteamNew Survivor Class: Torchbearernew contentMilestoneIntroduced the Torchbearer class with unique skills and abilities.
Steam2v8 Event Returnsseasonal eventThe 2v8 event returns Tuesday, February 10th at 11:00 AM Eastern.
SteamAudio Bug Fixesbug fixFixed an issue where performing a Mori with any Killer triggered incorrect voice lines.
SteamBrute Team Skill Adjustmentsbalance changeBreak action speed increased by 25% and new generator interaction mechanics added.
SteamNew Killer: The Good Guynew contentMilestoneIntroduced The Good Guy with various innate skills and abilities.
SteamHerb Gameplay Returnsnew contentIntroduced tonics that can be found throughout the map with various effects.
SteamFearmonger Team Skill Adjustmentsbalance changeGain 5% Haste when unseen and new aura revealing mechanics added.
SteamThe Good Guy Skills Adjustedbalance changeSlice & Dice turn speed increased by 10%, Hidey-Ho Mode uptime increased by 15%, and more.
SteamEnforcer Team Skill Adjustmentsbalance changeGain 3% Haste when chasing injured Survivors and new marking mechanics added.
SteamEnvironment/Maps Bug Fixesbug fixFixed various issues related to map interactions and character positioning.
SteamThe Nemesis Updatebalance changeAdded 2 additional Zombies for a total of 4 and increased Zombie movement speed by 35%.
Steam - 35 eventsFixed color issue of The First's Vine Attack aiming reticulebug fixSteamFixed item swapping issue outside lockers with Change of Planbug fixSteamFixed Survivor scream issue with Smashed Cassette Deck Add-onbug fixSteamFixed missing left arm for Animatronic during locker interactionbug fixSteamFixed Killer Instinct retrigger issue for The Legion on Mended Survivorsbug fixSteamFixed VFX removal issue for The First during certain animationsbug fixSteamFixed jittering issue for Survivors being picked up by The Firstbug fixSteamFixed missing screams for Dustin, Eddie, and Jonathan Byerbug fixSteamFixed timer pause issue for The First while carrying a Survivorbug fixSteamAdded Curse hit feedback stinger in The First's Default ModeaudioSteamFixed Turn Back the Clock activation issue with various charactersbug fixSteamTentatively fixed Deathslinger aiming issue from Survivor's POVbug fixSteamFixed missing scream SFX during The Xenomorph's Moribug fixSteamFixed generator completion issue with Invocation: Weaving Spidersbug fixSteamFixed token gain issue for We See You when Survivor is hookedbug fixSteamFixed injury issue with The Ghoul's Kagune Leap near vaultsbug fixSteamFixed aura targeting issue with Weave Attunementbug fixSteamFixed camera lock issue for The First when canceling break interactionbug fixSteamFixed Survivors briefly swapping to downed animation during hookingbug fixSteamFixed Skill Check issue for Merciless Storm affected by Teamwork: Full Circuitbug fixSteamFixed Survivor Bots healing issue near Drone radiusaiSteamFixed aura visibility issue for The First's tentacle during portal blastbug fixSteamFixed misalignment of Survivors in lockers when picked up by The Dredgebug fixSteamFixed aura persistence issue for Bardic Inspirationbug fixSteamFixed invisible traps issue with Bada Bada Boom and Chemical Trapbug fixSteamFixed visibility issue at bottom of map for The Onryōbug fixSteamFixed bulging eyes issue for Ada Wong while idlebug fixSteamFixed visibility issue in Underground Complex ventilation ductsbug fixSteamFixed Medkit charge issue with Built to Last and Change of Planbug fixSteamFixed blocked generator aura color issuebug fixSteamFixed visibility issue of The First's vine attack indicatorbug fixSteamFixed ability usage issue for The First at trial startbug fixSteamFixed timing issue with Dustin voice line and subtitlesbug fixSteamFixed clipping issue with Animatronic Yellow Rabbit outfitbug fixSteamFixed Hardened trigger issue for The First's vine attackbug fixSteam
- 14 eventsBot Improvementsbug fix
Improved Survivor bots' usage of Flashlights and fixed various issues with their behavior.
SteamHalloween DLC Changesdlc releaseMilestoneRemoved The Shape and Laurie Strode from the store; several perks became General Perks.
SteamNew Survivor - Dustin Hendersonnew contentMilestoneAdded Dustin Henderson as a new survivor with unique perks.
SteamNew Killer - The First with Vine Attacknew contentMilestoneIntroduced a new killer with special abilities including Vine Attack and The Upside Down.
SteamNew Survivor: Elevennew contentMilestoneEleven joins the fight against Vecna, utilizing her psychic powers.
SteamExclusive Bloody Rainbow Room Bannernew contentAn exclusive Bloody Rainbow Room banner is now available.
SteamNew Killer: The First - Vecnanew contentMilestoneIntroducing the new Killer, The First - Vecna, who aims to spread the corruption of the Upside Down.
SteamAudio Fixes for Various Charactersbug fixFixed multiple audio issues including missing SFX for traps and character voice lines.
SteamNew Survivor: Dustin Hendersonnew contentMilestoneDustin Henderson becomes a new Survivor, bringing heart and wit to the game.
SteamEnvironment/Maps Fixesbug fixFixed multiple issues related to map navigation and exploitability.
SteamVisual Terror Radius UpdategameplayUpdated the 2D version of the Visual Terror Radius heart to be animated.
Steam - 21 eventsMiscellaneous Crash Fixesbug fix
Fixed crashes during game initialization and when closing the game in a lobby.
SteamVisual Terror Radius UpdateotherUpdated the 2D version of the Visual Terror Radius heart to be animated.
SteamCooperative Healing UpdateotherIncreased the number of Survivors able to heal one another simultaneously to 3.
SteamCharacter Unlocks in PTBquality of lifeAll unlocked characters and DLCs will be automatically available in the PTB.
SteamNew Survivor - Elevennew contentMilestoneIntroduces a new survivor with unique perks including Extrasensory Perception and We See You.
SteamAuric Cells and Bloodpoints Distributionquality of lifePlayers will receive 12,500 Auric Cells and 1 million Bloodpoints on each new PTB version.
SteamAudio Fixesbug fixResolved multiple audio issues including missing SFX for traps and footsteps.
SteamNew Maps - Groaning Storehouse and Rotten Fieldnew contentMilestoneTwo new maps added for gameplay.
SteamPre-loaded Offerings and Itemsquality of lifeAll offerings, items, and add-ons will be pre-loaded with 99 units available.
SteamKiller Update - The Good Guybalance changeIncreased turn speed and attack duration for The Good Guy.
SteamCharacter Fixesbug fixFixed visual issues with characters including Cybil Bennett and The Dark Lord.
SteamBloodweb Levelingquality of lifeCharacters will be automatically set to Level 50 and Prestige 3 in the Bloodweb.
SteamKiller Update - The Nemesisbalance changeAdded 2 additional Zombies and increased their movement speed.
SteamMap Environment Fixesbug fixResolved various issues across multiple maps including flickering water and interaction problems.
SteamNew Killer - The Firstnew contentMilestoneIntroduces a new killer with unique abilities including Vine Attack and The Upside Down.
SteamNew Survivor - Dustin Hendersonnew contentMilestoneAdds a new survivor with unique perks including Bada Bada Boom and Change of Plan.
SteamFixed issues with 2v8 modebug fixVarious fixes including issues with uncaging and Survivor interactions.
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