Dead by Daylight

About Dead by Daylight PC Game

Dead by Daylight is an asymmetric multiplayer survival horror game developed and published by Behaviour Interactive, released on June 14, 2016. The game combines 4v1 multiplayer gameplay, horror survival mechanics, and stealth-based strategy, creating one of the most popular live-service horror games.

Steam Reception:

Recent Reviews: Very Positive (2,600+)

Overall English Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (75,000+)

Core Gameplay Features

• 4v1 asymmetric multiplayer horror gameplay
• Killer vs Survivor role-based mechanics
• Procedurally generated maps
• Deep perk and progression system
• Online matchmaking and ranking
• Continuous DLC and live updates
• Stealth, chase, and survival mechanics

FAQs About Dead by Daylight

1. When did Dead by Daylight come out?

Dead by Daylight was first released on June 15, 2016 for PC.

2. Is Dead by Daylight cross platform?

Yes. The game supports cross-platform play (crossplay) across PC and consoles, allowing players on different systems to play together.

3. Is Dead by Daylight free?

No, the base game is not free-to-play on most platforms. However, it is sometimes available through promotions (like limited-time free offers or subscriptions).

DLC

Dead by Daylight: Stranger Things Chapter 2

Release:Jan 28, 2026

Bugfix Patch (9.4.1)

Audio

• Fixed an issue where Survivors scream at the beginning of the Trial when the Smashed Cassette Deck Add-on is equipped.
• Fixed an issue where Dustin voice line and subtitles were unable to be properly timed together.
• Fixed an issue where Dustin, Eddie and Jonathan Byer screams are missing after being sent to the Cage of Atonement.
• Fixed an issue where the scream SFX is missing during The Xenomorph's Mori
• Added a Curse hit feedback stinger in The First's Default Mode.

Bot Improvements

• Fixed an issue causing Survivor Bots to be difficult to heal when under the radius of a Drone.

Characters

• Tentatively fixed an issue where The Deathslinger did not appear to be aiming with his rifle from the Survivor's point of view.
• Fixed an issue where the Animatronic Yellow Rabbit outfit would cause clipping when interrupting a Survivor during a vault animation.
• Fixed an issue where the Animatronic's left arm was missing when opening a locker with a Survivor hiding inside.

Environment / Maps

• Fixed an issue in the Underground Complex where the Survivor could see through the ventilation ducts: a collision has been added to the fan to prevent the camera from entering it.

Perks

• Fixed an issue where Turn Back the Clock could be used while being deactivated after using The Twins or The Knights power as the activation timer expired.
• Fixed an issue where Snug prevented The Houndmaster from using Turn Back The Clock while in front of a generator.
• Fixed an issue where The Xenomorph could use Turn Back The Clock in tunnels.

Misc

• Fixed an issue where blocked generator auras were red instead of white.