Dead by Daylight’s newest expansion, the Doomed Course Chapter, is now live and available for $7.99. This latest DLC marks a significant first for the game, as it introduces The Houndmaster, who brings along an AI-controlled companion, shaking up the traditional dynamics. The update also welcomes a new Survivor, Taurie Cain, who comes with a skill set that emphasizes sacrifice.
As Behaviour Interactive’s flagship game, Dead by Daylight has captivated horror enthusiasts since its debut in 2016. The game’s appeal is evident from its 60 million lifetime players milestone in 2023, and a steady monthly player base still thriving a year later. The secret to this continued success? The game’s regular content updates, trotted out every quarter, akin to clockwork.
The Thanksgiving update on November 28 rolled out these fresh characters: The Houndmaster and Taurie Cain. Portia Maye, known as The Houndmaster, commands a ferocious canine that operates autonomously. With her black hound’s ability to track, chase, and immobilize Survivors, she becomes a formidable force, introducing a brand-new gameplay element that adds complexity and intrigue.
Operating the canine is intuitive, with controls allowing it to charge or alter direction as needed. The Search ability expands its detection radius, even boosting The Houndmaster’s speed if she follows its path. This Killer adds a fresh twist to Dead by Daylight’s familiar chase mechanics, promising players a unique experience.
Meanwhile, Taurie Cain stands out as perhaps the most ethically ambiguous Survivor the game has ever had. Her story is entrenched in the burdens of moral dilemmas, having defied the dark Black Talon sect by refusing to kill an innocent. Her abilities—Shoulder The Burden, Clean Break, and Invocation: Treacherous Crows—are heavily centered on sacrifice, letting her support others at her own risk, often enduring penalties like Injury or being Broken.
The Doomed Course Chapter is priced at $7.99 and comes with exclusive items: the Titanium Skull for Killers and the Gold Tier cosmetic for Survivors. Given Behaviour Interactive’s reliable update schedule, fans can likely anticipate the next exciting chapter around February or March of 2025.
For those drawn to horror’s allure, Dead by Daylight offers the chance to step into the shoes of iconic genre figures. Whether embodying relentless Killers or evasive Survivors, players can tailor their experience, exploring deep character progression and a wealth of unlockable content. With a current line-up of diverse Killers and Survivors, the game continues to offer rich experiences for both newcomers and long-time fans.
