Dead by Daylight Guides

Whether you're a new player or looking to improve your gameplay, our guides will help you understand the mechanics of Dead by Daylight and make the most of your perk builds.

What is Dead by Daylight?

Dead by Daylight is an asymmetrical multiplayer horror game developed by Behaviour Interactive. Released in 2016, it has grown into one of the most popular horror games in the world, featuring iconic characters from famous horror franchises alongside original creations.

In each match, four Survivors face off against one Killer. The Survivors must repair five generators to power the exit gates and escape, while the Killer hunts them down and attempts to sacrifice them to the Entity.

What makes Dead by Daylight unique is its perk system. Each character has three unique "teachable" perks that can be unlocked for all characters of the same role. With over 82 characters and hundreds of perks to choose from, the possibilities for builds are nearly endless.

Understanding Perks

Perks are passive abilities that modify your gameplay. Each character can equip up to four perks at a time, and choosing the right combination is crucial for success.

Survivors

Focus on stealth, healing, generator speed, and survival. Popular categories include exhaustion perks for chases, information perks for tracking the killer, and altruistic perks for helping teammates.

Killers

Help with tracking survivors, slowing down generator progress, and ending chases quickly. Categories include slowdown perks, tracking perks, chase perks, and endgame perks.

Quick Tips for New Players

1.Start with a few characters and learn their perks before expanding your roster
2.Watch experienced players on Twitch or YouTube to learn advanced techniques
3.Communication with teammates (if playing with friends) dramatically improves survival rates
4.Learn the maps - knowing where pallets, windows, and generators spawn is crucial
5.Don't be discouraged by losses - Dead by Daylight has a steep learning curve
6.Experiment with different perk builds to find what suits your playstyle

Dead by Daylight is a trademark of Behaviour Interactive Inc. This is an unofficial fan project.