There have been a number of DLCs released for Dead By Daylight that fans both love and hate. Some have introduced terrifying new killers, strong survivors, and nightmarish areas to fight in. Others not so much.
Based on how popular aspects of these releases have been among the player base, here are all of Dead by Daylight's DLCs made by Behaviour Interactive and how they stack up against each other.
Updated April 3, 2023, by Jason Van Duine: While in the past Dead by Daylight has released new chapters fairly regularly, over a year has passed since its last major addition. The ability to constantly bring new features and nightmares to this asymmetrical horror title is exactly what keeps fans coming back. The year-long wait is over, bringing fans the Tools of Torment DLC. This DLC includes not just one, but two new faces to add to the survivor list: siblings Thalita and Renato Lyra. Alongside them, the new chapter also comes with the all-new killer; a sci-fi-inspired villain known as the Skull Merchant. While the DLC doesn't come with a new map, it does come with a newly-developed Shelter Woods map, allowing a new horror makeover of an old map.
27 Ghost Face
The least favorite DLC has to be Ghost Face, it introduces a recreation of the killer from the popular movie series Scream, and… that’s kind of it. Every other expansion on this list always includes a killer, a survivor, and a new realm to explore, but this one had only the killer.
Unless you’re a dedicated Scream fan this DLC just wasn’t worth it.
26 Hellraiser
Much like the Ghost Face DLC, Hellraiser only introduces one killer from the iconic franchise. The Cenobite might have some powerful abilities, though they may be considered too powerful for some players.
The real tragedy behind this DLC is the lack of content given the franchise behind it. Why only introduce one of the Cenobites? Better yet, why not include one of the film's protagonists as a survivor as well? This DLC doesn't just place low because of its lack of content, but for its lack of imagination as well.
25 Shattered Bloodline
Shattered Bloodline had a lot of potential, but poor design led to much of the fanbase not enjoying it. The Spirit is certainly a terrifying killer and Adam Francis was okay as a survivor, but the Family Residence map for the Yamoaka Estate realm is why this DLC is so loathed.
It’s considered one of the least popular maps and neither the killer nor the survivor has been able to make up for that. It’s a shame considering how popular Japanese horror is, but this DLC just didn’t stick.
24 Ash vs. Evil Dead
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It's a bit of a shame that the DLC from the classic Evil Dead franchise couldn't have been groovier. Ash may be a great horror protagonist on the big and small screen, but in the game, he's one of the weakest survivors.
Aside from "Man of Mettle", most of his attributes don't contribute much to the game. He places a little higher than some other single-character DLC since it comes in the form of a paragraph DLC, rather than taking up a whole chapter.
23 Hour Of The Witch
Hour of the Witch was strangely released as a half-chapter DLC, even though the fact that it only includes one survivor should make it a paragraph DLC. Regardless, it places a little higher than other single-character chapters since that survivor is Mikaela Reid.
Mikaela may not be the best survivor in the game, but her abilities can provide some much-needed healing for all players in the game, along with some powerful aura-reading abilities. Though, considering it was released as a chapter rather than a paragraph, it would've still been nice to see an equally creative and powerful adversary to go along with Mikaela.
22 A Binding Of Kin
A Binding of Kin is great in concept but terrible in execution. The Twins make for a terrifying Killer, and the ability to swap between Victor and Charlotte is an interesting change of pace. Unfortunately, they’re built for camping. Seeing Victor on dark maps is next to impossible which makes playing against this killer annoying, and sitting around waiting for hooked Survivors to die isn’t fun for the Killer either.
Elodie was meant to be a great counter to The Twins but struggles to be a Killer kiter. Combine these issues with the lack of a map and this is one unpopular DLC that had a lot of potential.
21 Flesh And Mud
The third DLC ever made fell flat with fans pretty quickly. Many liked the aesthetics of The Hag, but her hex-based skills proved difficult to wield and many were unwilling to main as her. The Backwater Swamp was not a well-received map as it had pathing issues with logs and puddles of water that became annoying very quickly.
It’s another DLC that had a lot of potential and promise but failed to live up to expectations.
20 A Nightmare On Elm Street
The Nightmare (Freddy Krueger) wasn’t a great killer, but he wasn’t awful either, the survivor Quentin Smith was mediocre but capable of making it through the night. What really killed this DLC was the map Springwood.
The reason it doesn’t rank lower is some fans like Springwood, as killers, but as survivors, there are too many corners, too many dead ends, and other places to be ambushed or cornered. Patches and slight tweaks have helped, but it’s still left a bad taste in players’ mouths.
19 Curtain Call
Many fans believe this was released shortly after the movie IT to capitalize on the creepy clown phase which may be why it isn’t more popular, but it was alright. The Clown wasn’t all that special of a killer, some fans swear by Kate Denson as a good distraction for the killer and Father Campbell’s Chapel is decent.
Honestly, it seems like maybe this DLC was rushed a little bit, but still had some good design choices at play.
18 All-Kill
This music-themed DLC isn't the greatest in terms of its content, though it still offers a memorable survivor and killer for players to play as. Ji-Woon Hak isn't the most interesting villain to play as; the Entity helps him out with most of his special skills. However, his popularity among Dead by Daylight fans essentially makes him a must-have for players.
Similarly, Yun-Jin Lee doesn't stand out too much against her fellow survivors. While her skills aren't necessarily unique, they do help out other players in small ways, such as suppressing blood, scratch marks, and grunts of pain.
17 Descend Beyond
The Descend Beyond DLC brought with it some graphical and animation updates that definitely improved the look of the game. The Blight is an interesting Killer that’s fun to play, but not very effective. He can pinball between survivors all day but winning the match can often be tricky.
The survivor Felix isn’t all that special either. He’s decent for solo players, which generally is a signal to allies that teamplay isn’t the player’s main goal. The DLC did not include a unique map, and in the end, it felt like a patch with an interesting new Killer rather than a solid DLC.
16 Portrait of a Murder
Portrait of a Murder comes with a strong killer and a fantastic map, although the DLC also includes a relatively weak and forgettable survivor that drags it down. Carmina Mora, or "The Artist," is insanely fun for players to torture the survivors by messing with their speed, health, and recovery along with messing with the Generators in numerous ways. This DLC's map, Eyrie of Crows, is also a great addition to Dead by Daylight. The desolate landscape is creepy and visually stunning, and a nice break from the night-themed maps that make up most of the game.
The weakest link in this DLC is its survivor, Jonah Vasquez. Not only is he not a very interesting character, but his skills are relatively simple compared to some of the better survivors in Dead by Daylight. He can overcome the Exhausted effect, has a bonus to Recovery speed, and has five tokens to automatically succeed in repairing a Generator, though only if another player is helping him. He isn't necessarily a bad character to play, but he doesn't add much to the team, either.
15 Demise Of The Faithful
This DLC introduced a unique Killer, The Plague, whose backstory has been intriguing for fans even if her gameplay is a little tough for new players to pick up. Jane Romero is a capable survivor who introduced useful perks like Solidarity.
The only reason it doesn’t rank higher is the Temple Of Purgation. Lots of fans believe they smashed it over a forest map to save time and it makes the ancient Babylonian structure look weird (not in a good way) among the dense green foliage.
14 Tools of Torment
The twenty-seventh DLC chapter for Dead by Daylight doesn't change too much to the overall game but does introduce one of the game's coolest killers. Adriana Imai, aka the Skull Merchant, is the sci-fi-inspired villain that players will either play as or go up against here. As one of the more difficult killers in the game, the Skull Merchant can send her drones to spy over key areas of the map. The Skull Merchant also has several perks that help her track players' auras and reduces their healing speed.
Tools of Torment also has the pleasure of including not one, but two new survivors; siblings Thalita and Renato Lyra. Fittingly, their perks often encourage utilizing teamwork among the survivors. This can be helpful for players coordinating together, though if online players aren't communicating together, the usefulness of these two survivors may be less helpful. Tools of Torment, unlike previous DLCs, doesn't actually include a new map. Instead, it includes an updated version of the Shelter Woods map. While the map is certainly more enjoyable than before, some players may be disappointed that they can't visit anywhere brand new this time around.
13 Silent Hill
The Silent Hill DLC was anticipated by some fans and made for a welcome addition. The Executioner is an interesting Killer that’s great at punishing enemies but seems to cater to tunneling. Cheryl is a great defensive survivor which often makes her the target of killers, especially because one of her abilities is negated by being the Obsession.
The map is the real meat of this DLC, as it sticks true to the source material to create a creepy and brooding atmosphere. It really caters to survivors in the beginning, but after some walls come down it’s the Killer’s stomping grounds. The DLC is neither amazing nor bad which puts it squarely in the center.
12 Leatherface
As anyone can probably predict from the title, the Leatherface paragraph DLC includes the famous killer from the horror classic The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Apart from being one of the most infamous horror monsters of all time, he's also one of the more powerful monsters in the game.
His chainsaw can rip through pretty much any player he finds, and sometimes multiple at once. Putting survivors into the dying state is easy, and many of his perks allow him to see the auras of survivors as well.
11 Stranger Things
In addition to being a nod to the popular TV show Stranger Things, fans really enjoyed this DLC because it had two survivors instead of the typical one. Other than that it wasn’t too special, Nancy and Steve weren’t terribly exciting and The Underground Complex ended up being an awkward map.
It did introduce the powerful Cruel Limits perk that makes repairing generators a nightmare, but apart from that, the Demogorgon was more terrifying in appearance than ability.
As of November 17, 2021, the Stranger Things DLC can no longer be purchased. Players who have previously purchased the DLC still have access to Nancy, Steve, and the Demogorgon.
10 Resident Evil
Any game like Dead by Daylight wouldn't be complete without a nod to one of the most iconic horror video game franchises of all time. Any fan of Capcom's series would likely love this DLC. First, it comes with two famous characters from the Resident Evil franchise, Leon Scott Kennedy and Jill Valentine. Jill has a variety of unique abilities, from cleansing totems to healing players faster. Leon is similarly powerful, allowing players to see regressing Generators, create flash grenades, and heal silently.
The Nemesis is a worthy adversary for any player to go up against. Not only can he see the auras of players at the beginning of the game, but he can also disorient injured players and ruin the progress of Generators. On top of everything else, the Resident Evil DLC comes with the Raccoon City map, a recreation of the famous city from the games.
9 Cursed Legacy
Cursed Legacy introduced the popular Oni killer. He is a slow-moving juggernaut that struggles at the beginning, but as the round goes on he becomes more and more powerful. His ability to absorb Blood Orbs makes tracking survivors a piece of cake.
Yui is largely popular for aesthetics. Her ability to reset pallets with Any Means Necessary can make her fun for players that like to troll the Killer, but that’s about it. Yamaoka Estate is a beautiful map that’s functionally absurd. It’s universally hated by Survivors and Killers because of its size and the rampant long grass, so it sees very little use.
8 Left Behind
As far as Dead by Daylight's paragraph DLCs go, Left Behind is arguably the best that players can invest in. The DLC includes a single survivor; Bill Overbeck, from the popular Left 4 Dead franchise. From one multiplayer horror game to another, Bill features a ton of useful abilities; from protecting unhooked players with Endurance to seeing the aura of the Hatch if they're the last player in the game.