When did Dead by Daylight launch on Windows?
Dead by Daylight launched on Windows on the 14th of June 2016. The game followed a closed beta that began on the 29th of May 2016.
Questions about Dead by Daylight
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who developed Dead by Daylight?
Behaviour Interactive, a Canadian studio, developed Dead by Daylight. The studio spent years developing the concept before its public debut.
What is the objective of the Killer in Dead by Daylight?
The Killer's objective is to impale all four Survivors on sacrificial hooks to appease the Entity. This task requires a unique blend of aggression and strategy.
How many generators must Survivors repair to escape in Dead by Daylight?
Survivors must repair five of seven generators scattered across the map to power up the two exit gates. The goal is to escape the trial by completing this objective.
When was the Stranger Things DLC removed from Dead by Daylight?
Behaviour announced that the Stranger Things DLC would no longer be available for purchase after the 17th of November 2021. All Stranger Things content returned to the game on the 6th of November 2023.
When will Hellraiser content be removed from Dead by Daylight?
All Hellraiser content was removed from the game on the 4th of April 2025 due to licensing issues. Pinhead and his Chatterer cosmetic remain available to players who purchased them before this date.