Key Highlights:
- Dead by Daylight gets update 7.7.1 with bug fixes and perk changes
- Prepares for upcoming “Chaos Shuffle” game mode arriving May 16th
- Fixes issues like rubber-banding, stutters, map glitches and more
- Lays groundwork for new anniversary content coming in May
Hold on to your flashlights, survivors! The terrifying world of Dead by Daylight just got an adrenaline-pumping update.
Version 7.7.1 brings crucial fixes and tweaks to ensure your battles against ruthless killers remain as intense as ever, setting the stage for thrilling new content on the horizon!
Dead by Daylight Update 7.7.1 Patch Notes
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Modifiers | New game mode “Chaos Shuffle” opens May 16th with an event tome. |
| Perk Updates | The perk “Ultimate Weapon” now reveals Survivors near lockers and blinds them. |
| Bug Fixes | |
| Audio | Fixed sound issues in Mori previews, overlapping voice lines, and low sound effects. |
| Characters | Potential fix for rubber-banding, interaction stutters, Victor latching and crushing mechanics, and various visual glitches on Survivors and the Xenomorph. |
| Perks | Fixed toolboxes losing charge correctly for the Potential Energy perk. |
| UI | Fixed overlapping buttons, tutorial prompts, disappearing menus, and missing information displays. |
| Environment/Maps | Fixed various map exploits, collision issues, clipping problems, and graphical glitches. |
| Store | Fixed Auric Cell offer button functionality. |
| Misc | Fixed automatic item/add-on equipping after running out. |
Squashing the Bloodiest Bugs
At the heart of this update lie numerous bug fixes that address game-breaking issues. No more rubber-banding movements or stutters that could spell doom during tense chases.
Killers like The Xenomorph can now properly attack survivors attempting crafty turret deployments.
Even map glitches allowing cheeky placements of traps or unintended hiding spots have been eliminated, keeping the stakes high for all. One of the previous patches eliminated the overuse of camping tactics that users were relying on.
Balancing the Deadly Perks
Moreover, the dreaded Ultimate Weapon perk, exclusive to the terrifying Xenomorph, has undergone a pivotal revision.
Now, any survivors caught within 32 meters of the killer’s locker will face blindness for a harrowing 30 seconds, adding an extra layer of fear to every locker encounter.
The real excitement lies in what’s to come. Update 7.7.1 paves the way for the highly anticipated “Chaos Shuffle” game mode, set to launch on May 16th.
In this twisted variant, players will be assigned four random perks, forcing them to adapt their strategies on the fly without relying on their tried-and-true loadouts. A true test of survival skill.
Anniversary Surprises Await
As Dead by Daylight’s 8th anniversary in June draws near, the developers have even more thrills in store.
Starting May 14th, a special game broadcast promises potential revelations about major upcoming updates.
The same day, the “Before the Masquerade” event kicks off, introducing a new Nicolas Cage survivor skin and the “Endless Hunt” DLC pack.
Throughout May, players can immerse themselves in the “Before the Masquerade” festivities while battling in the Chaos Shuffle mode from May 16th to 23rd.
Completing challenges in this chaotic mode will reward players with exclusive cosmetic items, adding a touch of personal flair to their desperate struggle for survival.
Dead by Daylight’s latest update not only fortifies the core experience but also ushers in a whirlwind of fresh frights and thrills.
The nightmare is far from over, and the only way out is through the bloodstained trials that lie ahead.