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Dead By Daylight Update 7.4.2 Patch Notes

"Dead by Daylight Update 7.4.2 enhances gameplay with flashlight improvements, Killer adjustments, bug fixes, and map corrections. Dive into the enhanced horror experience!"

by Jayasree D

Updated Dec 14, 2023

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Dead By Daylight Update 7.4.2 Patch Notes
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Dead By Daylight Update 7.4.2 Patch Notes

  • Re-enabled Flashlight items and perks Residual Manifest, Dramaturgy and Appraisal.
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The Good Guy

  • Batteries Included (perk)
    When within 12 meters of a completed generator, you have 5% Haste. The movement speed bonus lingers for 1/3/5 seconds after leaving the generator's range. (Removed deactivation when all generators are completed)

The Trickster

  • Decreased the base time between throws to 0.3 seconds (was 0.33)
  • Increased the Main Event throw rate multiplier to 66% (was 33%)
  • Increased the Main Event active duration to 6 seconds (was 5 seconds)
  • Reverted the time before Laceration starts decaying to 15 seconds (was 10 seconds)

Bug Fixes

Archives

  • Fixed an issue that made it impossible to complete the Back-to-Back Tome 17 Challenge if getting a Good skill check or missing a skill check after getting 3 Great skill checks consecutively.
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Bots

  • Bots can once again dodge special attacks.

Characters

  • Fixed an issue that caused the Mastermind picking up a Survivor on his shoulders to be misaligned for a few seconds.
  • Fixed an issue that caused The Demogorgon's Break Pallet animation to play properly when a Survivor runs into the Pallet from the other side.
  • Fixed an issue that caused The Good Guy "Slice and Dice" hit animation to plays twice.
  • Fixed an issue that caused survivors to become misaligned during The Good Guy carry animation attacks
  • The Good Guy can now scamper under pallets being lifted by Any Means Necessary
  • Fixed an issue where players could bypass the 90 degree camera lock with The Good Guy
  • The Trickster's Main Event can no longer trigger the Supreme Combo event multiple times per health state
  • As seen from the survivor point of view Charles Lee Ray no longer jitters and lags behind while carrying The Good Guy
  • Fixed an issue that caused The Huntress' hatchets to become offset at launch

Environment/Maps

  • Fixed an issue in The Nostromo map where characters could land on debris
  • Fixed an issue in Midwich Elementary School where characters would clip through a vault
  • Fixed an issue in the Swamp Realm where extra collision would let characters stand
  • Fixed an issue in The Underground Complex where characters would not be able to rescue a survivor on a hook
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UI

  • Fixed occasionally missing UI elements like the Currencies information.
  • Fixed a potential crash in the Archives when hovering a Reward node.
  • Fixed a potential crash if closing the Player Profile menu too quickly after equipping a Player Card badge or banner.

Misc

  • Fixed an issue that caused Survivors to clip into a locker after being interrupted from entering one by the Killer
  • Fixed an issue that caused Survivors to clip into lockers after using a flashlight and entering the locker simultaneously

Known Issues

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  • The Back-to-Back Tome 17 challenge description erroneously says "1 consecutive skill check" instead of 3.

Dead By Daylight Review

Dead by Daylight offers thrilling asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay, where one player becomes the Killer and four others play as Survivors. The objective is simple yet engaging, with Survivors repairing generators to escape while the Killer hunts them down. The game's diverse maps, each tied to a unique Killer, add variety to the experience. The tension builds during chases, creating intense moments that keep players on the edge of their seats.

The perks and abilities for both Survivors and Killers add strategic depth, enhancing replayability. With a growing community, constant updates, and intriguing lore, Dead by Daylight provides a consistently enjoyable horror gaming experience. The game's success is evident through its massive player base and the anticipation surrounding its film adaptation.

Dead By Daylight

"Dead by Daylight" is a thrilling online game where players team up in a one-versus-four showdown. One player becomes the terrifying Killer, while the other four become Survivors trying to escape. The Killer's job is to capture the Survivors and hook them to please a malevolent force called the Entity. The Survivors must fix generators and outsmart the Killer to power up escape gates. If they don't, they risk being sacrificed.

The game offers intense moments as Survivors try to hide, repair generators, and escape the relentless Killer. It's a heart-pounding experience of survival horror that has attracted over 50 million players worldwide. With unique powers and items, players strategize to outmaneuver the Killer and survive. It's a game of teamwork, strategy, and quick thinking in a world filled with suspense and danger.

"Dead by Daylight" provides endless excitement and has even inspired a film adaptation. It's a game where every choice matters, making it a favorite among fans of horror and multiplayer gaming.

Dead By Daylight Gameplay

In "Dead by Daylight," the gameplay is all about intense and suspenseful moments. It's an online multiplayer game where one player becomes the Killer, and the other four become Survivors. The Survivors' main goal is to escape from the Killer and the nightmarish trials. To do this, they must repair generators to power up escape gates while avoiding being caught.

The Killer, on the other hand, must capture the Survivors and hook them to satisfy the malevolent Entity. They can do this by striking or grabbing Survivors, who can attempt to escape the Killer's grasp or be saved by their teammates. When five generators are repaired, escape gates become active, giving the Survivors a chance to make their getaway. If only one Survivor remains, they can find an escape hatch, but it's a race against time as the Killer tries to stop them.

The game is filled with suspenseful chases, strategy, and teamwork. Survivors can use various items and perks to aid their escape, while each Killer has unique abilities and playstyles. "Dead by Daylight" keeps players on the edge of their seats, offering a heart-pounding experience of survival horror and multiplayer action.

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Dead By Daylight Update 7.4.2 Patch Notes-FAQs

1. What significant changes were made to Flashlight items and perks in Update 7.4.2?

Flashlight items and perks like Residual Manifest, Dramaturgy, and Appraisal have been re-enabled for enhanced gameplay.

2. What bug fixes are included in Update 7.4.2?

Various bug fixes address issues such as completing challenges in Archives, character misalignments, and adjustments to Killer and Survivor animations.

3. Are there improvements to the game's environment and maps in this update?

Yes, several fixes address issues like characters landing on debris, clipping through vaults, and extra collision problems in different realms.

4. Are there any known issues in Update 7.4.2 that players should be aware of?

Yes, one known issue is related to the Back-to-Back Tome 17 challenge description, erroneously stating "1 consecutive skill check" instead of 3.

5. What adjustments were made to The Trickster's Main Event ability in this update?

The base time between throws has been decreased, the throw rate multiplier increased, and the active duration extended, providing a more impactful and dynamic experience.

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