The latest addition to Dead by Daylight’s saga is the Doomed Course Chapter, now available for $7.99, bringing fresh excitement to the game. This update introduces The Houndmaster, a novel Killer who comes with an AI-controlled companion, marking a first for the game. Alongside her, players can meet Taurie Cain, a new Survivor characterized by a skill set heavily focused on sacrifice.
Since its inception in 2016, Dead by Daylight has cemented its place in the gaming world, crossing a remarkable 60 million players by late 2023. Its continuous growth in popularity is largely due to regular updates that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging. Typically, these updates roll out every three months.
This enduring trend is now exemplified by the release of Dead by Daylight: Doomed Course, which became available on November 28. The Thanksgiving update introduces The Houndmaster, aka Portia Maye, who employs a menacing canine to aid her pursuits. This black hound adds a dynamic layer to the game, as it can track, chase, and trap Survivors at her command, making her presence even more formidable within the game.
The controls for the hound are intuitive; its Chase ability allows it to charge and alter its path, while its Search function uncovers any Survivors within an expanding zone. This capability can even give The Houndmaster a speed boost if she follows her dog. All in all, Portia Maye injects a fresh twist into Dead by Daylight’s gameplay with innovative mechanics that challenge players to adapt.
Let’s talk about Taurie Cain, who has been described by Behaviour Interactive as their “morally darkest Survivor” yet. Her backstory is deeply intertwined with defiance against a malicious sect known as the Black Talon, catalyzing her current plight. Taurie comes equipped with three distinct perks: Shoulder The Burden, Clean Break, and Invocation: Treacherous Crows. Each of these perks centers on sacrifice, allowing her to aid others, albeit at a personal cost, often resulting in Injured and Broken statuses.
Priced at $7.99, the Doomed Course DLC also offers exclusive items such as the Titanium Skull for Killers and a unique Survivor cosmetic named Gold Tier. Given Behaviour Interactive’s consistency, fans should anticipate the next set of updates to roll out by late February or early March 2025.
Dead by Daylight, a game that lets you step into the shoes of horror film icons, remains a captivating 1v4 multiplayer experience that spans the horror genre’s spectrum, whether you’re playing as a terrifying Killer or a resourceful Survivor. With a deep progression system and numerous unlockables, players can personalize strategies, making teamwork or solitary hunts thrilling. The current edition offers a selection of 7 Killers and 9 Survivors, along with cosmetic expansions to customize characters.
Since its release on June 14, 2016, Dead by Daylight has thrived under the Unreal Engine 4, supporting online multiplayer and cross-platform play across PC, PlayStation, Switch, and Xbox consoles. The game, rated M for Mature due to its intense violence and strong language, continues to entertain and challenge its dedicated player base.
