Dead by Daylight

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  • Summary: Dead by Daylight is a multiplayer (4vs1) horror game where one player takes on the role of the savage Killer, and the other four players play as Survivors, trying to escape the Killer and avoid being caught, tortured and killed. Survivors play in third-person and have the advantage of betterDead by Daylight is a multiplayer (4vs1) horror game where one player takes on the role of the savage Killer, and the other four players play as Survivors, trying to escape the Killer and avoid being caught, tortured and killed. Survivors play in third-person and have the advantage of better situational awareness. The Killer plays in first-person and is more focused on their prey. The Survivors' goal in each encounter is to escape the Killing Ground without getting caught by the Killer - something that sounds easier than it is, especially when the environment changes every time you play.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. Eurogamer Italy
    Jul 31, 2017
    80
    Quotation forthcoming.
  2. XGN
    Jul 15, 2017
    75
    While Dead by Daylight is far from perfect, the game delivers a thrilling experience as both survivor and murderer. Levels are small, so there is always something happening. Playing with friends is mandatory, as it greatly enhances the overall experience.
  3. Impulsegamer
    Jul 6, 2017
    72
    Dead by Daylight falls short in some respects but, for a massive horror fan, it’s easy to overlook the game’s flaws when the core experience itself is so fun and engaging.
  4. 3DJuegos
    Jun 30, 2017
    65
    Despite a lack of content, and some bugs, Dead by Daylight is an original adventure multiplayer game that it is worth. Is funny and captures perfectly the style of classic movies of horror.
  5. Everyeye.it
    Jul 5, 2017
    65
    Turning to the quality of porting work, the impression is that the transition from PC to PS4 has left the title in anything but excellent form.
  6. TheSixthAxis
    Jul 3, 2017
    60
    It’s not a taxing game by any means, but the asynchronous flow and bold unusual will rub against common multiplayer mindset.
  7. App Trigger
    Jun 26, 2017
    35
    Dead by Daylight has enough positive in it that this isn’t a terrible game. The problem is that it’s just not a particularly good one. The look of the game seems to be one that could fit just as easily on the previous generation, and the replayability factor is rather low given the limited maps and ways to win.

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  1. Positive: 37 out of 146
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 146
  3. Negative: 75 out of 146
  1. Joe614
    Jun 21, 2017
    10
    Is Dead by Daylight perfect? By all means, no. Is it fun? F*** YES!

    This game isn't going to be for everyone. Odds are you will be a    Is Dead by Daylight perfect? By all means, no. Is it fun? F*** YES!

    This game isn't going to be for everyone. Odds are you will be a helpless survivor. Yes, you will be helpless. The killer cannot die. Once again, the killer cannot die. When you first start playing, you will die more than you will survivor. Survivors are suppose to be helpless against a Killer. As a survivor you don't play to win games, you play to survive them. As the Killer you have one objective. That objective is to kill. That's the game. if you don't like the concept, than Dead by Daylight is not for you. Once you become good enough and an high enough level with good perks, as a survivor you eventually will learn how to out smart the killer. Then your odds of surviving will continue to increase. I like to compare this game to a slasher flick. One killer vs Four survivors. Can you out smart the killer and escape?

    Now the game is not perfect. There are some bugs. Ex: Messy movement when the killer attempts to pick up a survivor. (nothing game breaking). All Killers are not the same. Some are stronger than others. (Balancing). Games have no timers. Meaning, games can last forever. I have lasted in a match for 42 minutes. Games typically last 12-15 minutes :). Lastly, if you choose to play as the killer, you will be hosting the game. To fill up your game it can take upwards of 10-15 minutes. The reason for this is because everyone wants to be the killer. Plus side, if you decide to be the survivor you will never have an issue finding a game.

    The game is truly a good time. For $25 I recommend picking it up.    … Expand
  2. SirKrusty
    Mar 7, 2018
    9
    This is by far the best multiplayer horror game. The matchmaking is great, and the ranking system provides a challenge, while not beingThis is by far the best multiplayer horror game. The matchmaking is great, and the ranking system provides a challenge, while not being impossible to rank up. The fact that you lose your hard earned Items after death gives you a reason to survive, as Items are hard to come by in the bloodweb. Also reading the backstory of the killers is a really fun experience. I would suggest buying some DLCs and the soundtrack. I have this for the PC
    Full List of recommended DLCs:
    Halloween DLC (Michael Myers, Laurie Strode)
    SAW DLC (Pig/Amanda Young, The Detective Guy)
    Headcase DLC
    Bloodstained Sack DLC
    Dead By Daylight Soundtrack
    80's Clothing Pack
    Charity Case
    Nightmare on Elm Street DLC (Freddy Krueger, Quentin Smith)
    Spark of Madness (Doctor, Feng Min)
    ENJOY!    … Expand
  4. Markolius
    Aug 22, 2018
    8
    It’s a fun unique online multiplayer first person horror game to play from time to time. My real score would be a 7 but leaving an 8 to offsetIt’s a fun unique online multiplayer first person horror game to play from time to time. My real score would be a 7 but leaving an 8 to offset so many unfairly low reviews. I’ve been playing some for a few days now and rarely wait longer than a couple minutes for a lobby to fill. This was a great ps+ freebie. It’s just cheap fun. Both modes are enjoyable. Progression feels nice. Good gameplay loop. Best of all, there are just some really exciting multiplayer moments to be enjoyed! I’m sure it won’t take long to get old but whatever I’m glad it’s in my hard drive and I imagine I’ll get several more good hours from it… Expand
  5. WeterGhetto
    Dec 10, 2021
    4
    Игра, где маньяк развлекает 4 Сурвов. Баланса 0, Сурвами играть очень легко. От твоего рейтинга не зависит насколько опытные выжившие будут. УИгра, где маньяк развлекает 4 Сурвов. Баланса 0, Сурвами играть очень легко. От твоего рейтинга не зависит насколько опытные выжившие будут. У тебя может быть 10 ранг с 1-2 покачанными манами, против тебя кинет красные 1-3 ранги со всеми скилами. Самая токсичная игра, в которую я играл. Да, совсем забыл. В 20% играх будут встречаться читеры. Если такой винт юзанет лаг свичер на своём ее, то в течении 30-60 минут консоль пс5 перестаёт нормально ловить инет и играть во что либо ты не сможешь. Разрабы ничего с этим не делают( Ещё очень впечатляет, что за столько лет нет русского языка…… Expand
  6. nopers311
    Aug 31, 2020
    1
    Dead by Daylight was my favorite game - key word WAS. Aside from an extremely grindy battlepass and Dead by Daylight focusing more on $15Dead by Daylight was my favorite game - key word WAS. Aside from an extremely grindy battlepass and Dead by Daylight focusing more on $15 cosmetics than fixing game bugs, the devs have completely ignored the console community. With each update the game has become worse and worse to play on console. The FPS is bad as survivor but nearly unplayable as killer. They added in crossplay with PC which only enhanced how unbalanced console is to since PC has much better optimization. The console community has asked on Q&As about optimization but the devs ignore those questions. The console community turned to the official forums, creating a post with 1k comments and 21k views but the devs had a mod close it without giving the console community any answers and told members any further posts about console optimization would be deleted. The devs have made it pretty clear that if you want to play Dead by Daylight you should play it on PC because they are not going to give console any attention.… Expand
  7. OrcBEOR
    Oct 27, 2021
    0
    На 27.10.21 игра еле работает. Постоянные вылеты и даже критическое выключение консоли. Подбор матча дико долгий, бесконечные загрузки и доНа 27.10.21 игра еле работает. Постоянные вылеты и даже критическое выключение консоли. Подбор матча дико долгий, бесконечные загрузки и до сих пор нет подбора игроков по скилу. Но... Но затягивает. =)) Правда игре которой уже пять лет, непростительно выглядеть, как бета… Expand
  8. meatwad0
    Nov 12, 2022
    0
    My brother recommended this game and it's so bad I actually added him to a watchlist. Something is wrong with him and anyone who thinks thisMy brother recommended this game and it's so bad I actually added him to a watchlist. Something is wrong with him and anyone who thinks this game is good. Have you played a good game? You should try a good game instead of this abortion bucket.… Expand

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#35 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017