How are Killer and Survivor perspectives different?
Survivors use third-person perspective, while the Killer uses first-person. The publisher describes four Survivors facing one Killer in an asymmetrical match.
Based on source 1.
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Dead by Daylight
By Behaviour Interactive Inc. · Windows
Released10 years of horror. 10 years of jump scares and close calls. 10 years of brutal sacrifices and thrilling escapes. Trapped forever in a realm of eldritch evil where even death is not an escape, four determined Survivors face a bloodthirsty Killer in a vicious game of nerve and wits.
DESCRIPTION SUPPLIED BY THE DEVELOPER THROUGH STEAMInside the game.
Screenshots supplied by Behaviour Interactive Inc. through Steam.
Before you play.
- Game style
- Action
- Platforms
- Windows
Check the official page for current availability, supported devices and any in-game purchases.
Dead by Daylight gameplay guide and player questions
Steam edition · Researched Oct 29, 2026 · Guide updated Oct 29, 2026.
What should I focus on while learning Survivor play?
Observe the surroundings and your escape objective, not only the Killer’s immediate location. Use one match to learn a specific route or interaction.
Based on source 1.
How should I approach learning a Killer?
Read that Killer’s current abilities and practice one deliberate use. A different character can change the interaction rather than merely its appearance.
Based on source 1.
Sources & scope
- Publisher description on Steam ↗Checked Oct 29, 2026
Source research prepared for Good Game Daily. Good Game Daily organizes publisher information into practical answers. Guidance is an editorial interpretation of those sources. These notes are based on source research rather than a firsthand playtest; editions and later updates may differ.
Plan how your group will connect
For Dead by Daylight · Steam edition.
- This Steam edition lists Co-op, Online Co-op. Choose the mode that matches your group’s computers, network or shared display.
- Before inviting friends, confirm the player limit, copy or account requirements and exact compatible editions. A listing on another platform does not establish cross-play.
- Full controller support is listed. The full-game US price snapshot is 19.99 USD; check the current price in your region.
Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-11-08; this is not a firsthand review.
Choose how you play.
- Platforms
- Windows
- Play modes
- Multi-player · Co-op · Online Co-op · Cross-Platform Multiplayer
- Controller support
- Full
- Languages
- English*, French*, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese - Brazil, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Japanese*, Korean, Polish, Spanish - Latin America, Turkish *languages with full audio support
- Release date / window
- Jun 14, 2016
- Full game price · US
- 19.99 USD
The full game and its demo may have different availability. Prices are a US storefront snapshot. DLC and in-game purchases may cost extra.
Steam source ↗ · Checked Nov 8, 2026. Platform editions may differ in features, prices and save compatibility.
▶ Watch the official trailer on Steam ↗Windows minimum requirements
Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64-bit Operating System Processor: Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8120 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: DX11 Compatible GeForce GTX 460 1GB or AMD HD 6850 1GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 50 GB available space Sound Card: DX11 compatible Additional Notes: With these requirements, it is recommended that the game is played on Low quality settings.
macOS minimum requirements
Minimum:
Linux minimum requirements
Minimum:
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