Is Dead by Daylight adding Jason Voorhees?

Jason Voorhees arrives as a new Dead by Daylight killer

Dead by Daylight is adding Jason Voorhees—one of the most requested slashers in the game’s history—after a decade of crossovers and a long wait from players. Behaviour Interactive confirmed both the identity of the killer and that the announcement came through a major 10-year anniversary livestream.

The inclusion is significant because it plugs a decades-long horror legacy directly into Dead by Daylight’s 4v1 asymmetrical format. Jason also brings a recognizable identity: the hockey mask-wearing character is positioned as the long-promised slasher companion to the game’s existing villain lineup.

Why players reacted so strongly

• Dead by Daylight communities had been asking for this character for years.
• The reveal was delivered during an anniversary moment, increasing the sense of “finally” and “this is official.”

What the stories confirm

• The killer is Jason Voorhees.
• The name has been waited on by players for roughly 10 years.
• The livestream included the reveal after an extended period of anticipation.

What isn’t specified here

No gameplay mechanics (power/perks), release timing, or visual/system details for Jason were included in the provided stories.

For Dead by Daylight, the addition continues the game’s strategy of turning major horror franchises into playable content, and it reinforces its status as a hub where classic slasher characters remain relevant through modern multiplayer design.