Dead by Daylight Announces Second Stranger Things Collaboration

Dead by Daylight has rocked the gaming world again, and this time it’s welcoming back the iconic Stranger Things franchise! If you’re a horror fan in the 16 to 25 age group, then listen up! There’s a new chapter dropping soon, and it’s set to be as thrilling as ever.

Originally, the Dead by Daylight x Stranger Things collab launched in September 2019 but was briefly canned in 2021 due to a license expiration. Good news though: it made a comeback in November 2023, allowing players to dive back into the eerie world filled with plenty of hair-raising fun!

For just $11.99 (or 1,500 Auric Cells), you can get your hands on two fabulous Survivors—Steve Harrington and Nancy Wheeler—and the fearsome Demogorgon as the Killer. Steve’s perks are all about survival tactics, while Nancy is geared towards supporting teammates. The Demogorgon has a cool teleportation ability through the Upside Down, making it even scarier!

What’s Coming Next? Vecna Joins the Fray!

On November 27, Dead by Daylight announced that Vecna, the ultimate villain from Stranger Things, is joining the game. This announcement hit just as the new season of the show premiered on Netflix, and fans are buzzing with excitement!

Vecna will likely become a new playable Killer, with powers that tap into mind control and telepathic abilities, making him a unique character compared to other villains. Characters like Jim Hopper and Joyce Byers are strong contenders to become new Survivors, considering the original cast’s younger age may not fit the game’s horror theme.

The upcoming chapter is expected to also introduce a brand-new map, potentially inspired by iconic locations like the Creel House or Vecna’s haunting hideout.

Tricks, Tips, and Cheats

• Effective Playing: Always stick with a teammate. It enhances your chances of surviving, especially when the Killer is near.
• Map Awareness: Familiarize yourself with the layout. Knowing where gen repair locations and exit gates are can save your life.
• Sneak Skills: Crouch walking (holding the crouch button) makes you less detectable by the Killer.
• Quick Vaulting: When escaping, vault windows and obstacles quickly to throw off the Killer. Be careful, because this can also attract their attention!
• Generator Strategy: Communicate with your team about which generators you’re working on. Completing them in pairs is much faster!
• Perk Synergy: Use perks that complement each other—for example, pairing “Borrowed Time” with “Unbreakable” can help create more opportunities for survival.
• Practice Helps: Spend some time in the training mode to get used to different characters’ abilities and mechanics.

The second chapter’s release is slated for January 2026, perfectly aligning with the Stranger Things Season 5 finale. It’s speculated that more info will drop during The Game Awards 2025, so keep your eyes peeled!

Get ready to dive back into the horror, and make sure to hone your skills—as every match in Dead by Daylight might just be your last!