" Dead by Daylight, " the multiplayer horror game operated by Canada's leading game developer Behaviour Interactive Inc., celebrated its 10th anniversary on Sunday, June 14, 2026!
To commemorate this milestone, a special event was held at the Old Port in Montreal, Canada.
The development team announced a wealth of new information.
Plenty of new updates announced! As "Dead by Daylight" celebrates its 10th anniversary, it ventures deeper into the misty forest.
🎊 🎂 🎊 Dead by Daylight リリース10周年 🎊 🎂 🎊
本日6月14日で、 Dead by Daylight が10歳の誕生日を迎えました！
皆さんの思い出やお祝いの言葉を、 #DbD10周年 でシェアしてください！… pic.twitter.com/7TWCsTPShO— 【公式】Dead by Daylight (@DbDBHVR_JP) June 14, 2026
The competitive horror game " Dead by Daylight " finally celebrated its 10th anniversary on Sunday, June 14, 2026!
To commemorate this milestone, a special event was held in Montreal, Canada, welcoming fans from around the world.
The event was packed with content, including panel discussions, fan meet-and-greets, art exhibitions, and photo spots!
Footage from the anniversary party is available in the archive on the official Dead by Daylight YouTube channel.
Why not celebrate this 10th-anniversary milestone by watching the video?
The Misty Forest descends into deeper darkness. New chapters and numerous collaborations are on the way!
The development team revealed a wealth of new information at the anniversary party.
From new chapters and collaborations to major visual updates, there’s plenty of exciting news to look forward to.
Jason Voorhees Joins the Battle
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The biggest collaboration of the 10th anniversary is the long-awaited addition of "Jason Voorhees"!
This iconic horror character is coming to the Mist Forest.
- Release Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
New Chapter "Dead by Daylight: The Life Road" Released
Additionally, during the 10th-anniversary event , a surprise announcement was made regarding " Dead by Daylight: The Life Road, " the first original chapter in " Dead by Daylight " history to feature an Indigenous survivor!
PR TIMES- Release Date: Scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2026
New chapters will continue to be added starting in August 2026!
In August 2026, "Dead by Daylight : Chorus of Sin " is scheduled for release—the first chapter in the series to be developed in collaboration with the community.
Furthermore, in November 2026, the horror world’s rising star, "Art the Clown," will join the fray as the new chapter " Dead by Daylight: Terrifier "!
Looking ahead, a new chapter based on " The Casting of Frank Stone, " set in a different timeline from "Dead by Daylight," is also scheduled for release in 2027.
Major updates to in-game effects and visuals are planned! For even more immersive matches
PR TIMES In terms of gameplay, the 10th-anniversary event revealed content that hints at a new era for the Misty Woods.
One of these is a major visual update scheduled to roll out in phases starting in 2027!
PR TIMES This update will add new movements and facial expressions to the characters.
It is designed to deliver a gaming experience filled with even greater immersion and suspense than ever before.
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In addition, we plan to implement major updates to the maps.
In addition to improved lighting and shadow textures, we plan to enhance fog and mist effects and add visual elements that make the presence of entities feel more pronounced.
As a new feature, a weather change system is also scheduled for implementation!
In addition to the addition of effects such as light rain, heavy rain, and storms, new voice lines will be gradually introduced for the original characters involved.
"1v1 Mode" and "Zombie Mode" are coming! Details revealed early
Details on the unique game modes "1v1 Mode" and "Zombie Mode" have been revealed early!
- "1v1 Mode": A pure Killer vs. Survivor battle mode with no Perks or items
- "Zombie Mode": A mode where zombies appear on the map, and as the infection spreads, Survivors themselves transform into zombies
These modes are scheduled to be implemented over the next few years.
Stay tuned for more updates!
Latest news on the movie adaptation project! Thordur Palsson has been appointed as director
The latest information on the "Dead by Daylight" movie project has also been released!
During the special event, it was officially announced that Thordur Palsson has been appointed as the film’s director.
Key Production Staff
- Co-Producer: Jason Blum
- Screenwriters: Alexandre Aja, David Leslie Johnson
- Director: Sólrúð Pálsson
The film features numerous "Dead by Daylight" characters, with the story centered on the friendship between popular survivors Sable and Michaela.
This thrilling cinematic tale is scheduled for release in late 2027!
A wide range of anniversary collections are coming soon! Get ready to don a new look
PR TIMES A sneak peek at upcoming new collections has also been revealed.
The " Black Banquet Collection " will be available during the anniversary event.
In addition to formal outfits to celebrate the 10th anniversary, the desert-themed " Golden People Collection " will also be added.
- Anniversary Event Period: Friday, June 26, 2026 – Friday, July 17, 2026
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Furthermore, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the heavy metal band "Iron Maiden," a new skin for Huntress titled "Eddie's Legendary Outfit" is scheduled to be released.
A collaboration collection with the heavy metal band "Ic Nine Kills," who recently debuted a new song themed around "Dead by Daylight," has also been announced!
PR TIMESThe existing "Walking Dead Collection" is set to receive new Legendary Outfits for Rick Grimes, featuring "Glenn" and "Negan."
11年目、Dead by Daylight の中でサイレントヒルの世界が広がります。シェリル・メイソンとスピリット用のレジェンダリーコーディネイトが各1種登場予定です。 pic.twitter.com/p5i6jkR7CR
— 【公式】Dead by Daylight (@DbDBHVR_JP) June 15, 2026
The "Silent Hill Collection" will feature a new Legendary Outfit for Cheryl Mason.
An outfit that transforms her into "Hinako Fukami" from "SILENT HILL f" is scheduled to be implemented!
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In October 2026, the "Diablo Collection" will arrive, bringing the evil forces of Sanctuary into the world of "Dead by Daylight."
In addition, in response to long-standing and passionate requests from fans, characters from the popular "Scooby-Doo" series are also set to join the fray!
"Dead by Daylight" is heading into its next decade! Enjoy the Misty Woods even more with a variety of updates.
PR TIMES With a wealth of new information revealed, "Dead by Daylight" is set to receive a steady stream of updates in the coming months!
Excitement is building for the game’s next decade, starting with Jason’s arrival.
For more details and to purchase the game, visit the official Dead by Daylight website.
Stay tuned for further updates on our official X account ( @DbDBHVR_JP )!
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Dead by Daylight |
| Platform | PC (Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch |
| CERO | Z |
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