Dead by Daylight’s latest patch, version 8.1.0, released on July 16, has stirred significant controversy within its community due to multiple bugs affecting gameplay and user experience.
Among the most impactful issues introduced by the patch is a bug related to generators. Currently, when a survivor exits the match instead of staying until the end, it erroneously reduces the required number of generators for the remaining survivors. This flaw not only disrupts game flow but also poses potential exploits. Developers have tentatively scheduled a fix for this in an upcoming hotfix, though the exact release date remains uncertain.
In addition to the generator problem, several other critical issues have surfaced. The Endurance effect, which allows survivors to withstand a hit without entering a dying state, is inconsistently awarded. Furthermore, a new cosmetic for Yui Kimura obstructs killers’ visibility while carrying survivors to hooks, making navigation extremely challenging. The Backwater Swamp map has been temporarily disabled due to an exploit that renders survivors unreachable, leading to stalemates. Additionally, survivors hit by Wesker’s charge attack are left floating, albeit humorously, instead of returning to normal animations.
These technical issues compound existing discontent within the Dead by Daylight community, exacerbated by recent controversies such as DLC price increases and overall dissatisfaction with gameplay. The patch also introduced a revamped user interface (UI), which received significant criticism during its testing phase on the game’s public test realm and has continued to face backlash since its implementation.
On platforms like Reddit, players have voiced widespread dissatisfaction with the new UI, with threads like “Gonna say it, the User Interface for Dead by Daylight is getting worse every chapter” dominating discussions. This negative sentiment reflects broader frustrations over the game’s direction and user experience.
Despite these challenges, the latest Rift has garnered praise for its thematic content and variety, offering players ample opportunities to earn bloodpoints and cosmetics throughout the current season. Additionally, the introduction of Lara Croft as a new survivor brings fresh gameplay dynamics and unexpected synergies with her unique perks, which have been well-received by the community.
Behavior Interactive, the game’s developer, has acknowledged the reported issues and is actively investigating them, with plans to address many in upcoming hotfixes. Players can stay updated on these developments through Behavior Interactive’s dedicated communication channels.
For those navigating the current challenges in Dead by Daylight, resources such as a comprehensive list of DBD codes for bonus bloodpoints and a killer tier list are available to aid gameplay strategies. For the latest PC gaming news, reviews, and guides, as well as exclusive deals, follow our coverage on Google News or track discounts with our PCGN deals tracker.
This article summarizes the current state of Dead by Daylight post-patch, highlighting both the community’s frustrations and the developer’s efforts to rectify the situation and improve the overall player experience.
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