Dead by Daylight Complete Guide

Your ultimate resource for mastering Dead by Daylight. From beginner tips to advanced strategies.

📅 Released June 14, 2016 🎮 PC, PS4/5, Xbox, Switch 👥 59,343 concurrent players 📝 Last Updated: June 1, 2026

Guide Sections

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Tips & Tricks

Essential tips for killers and survivors

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Killers

All killers, powers, and strategies

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Survivors

All survivors and their teachable perks

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Perks

Best perks for killers and survivors

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Realms & Maps

All realms, maps, and tilesets

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Bloodweb Guide

Bloodweb progression and prestige system

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About Dead by Daylight

Dead by Daylight is an asymmetric multiplayer horror game where 4 survivors attempt to escape from 1 killer. Each killer and survivor has unique abilities and perks. With over 59,343 concurrent players, it's one of the most active games on Steam.

This guide covers everything you need to know — from basic mechanics for newcomers to advanced strategies for experienced players. Every tip and strategy on this site has been tested by our team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dead by Daylight cross-platform?

Yes, DBD supports cross-play across all platforms.

How many killers are there?

There are over 30 killers including licensed characters from horror franchises.

What is the Bloodweb?

The Bloodweb is where you unlock perks, items, and addons using Bloodpoints.

How does ranking work?

Players earn Emblems each match that contribute to their Grade, which resets monthly.