Jason Voorhees Finally Slashes Into Dead by Daylight
After a decade of anticipation, the iconic slasher Jason Voorhees has officially joined Dead by Daylight. His addition coincides with the game's 10th anniversary celebration and brings his signature slow, menacing presence. Players can experience his unique stealth and brutal abilities, including invisibility and environmental weapon use, starting June 16.
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Dead by Daylight developers on finally getting Jason Voorhees
Behaviour Interactive's Dave Richard and Mathieu Cote discuss the long-awaited addition of Jason Voorhees to Dead by Daylight. They explain that the character is a 'slasher' type and that the team focused on recreating his signature slow, yet surprising, presence in the game. The interview also touches on the broader 'Jason universe' being brought into Dead by Daylight.
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Dead by Daylight is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the addition of Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th as a playable killer. Behaviour Interactive continues to support the game with character model improvements and upcoming chapters based on Terrifier and Castle of Frank Stone. The article also briefly mentions other horror franchises and characters that have appeared in the game.
Slasher Icon Jason Voorhees Slays His Way Into Dead by Daylight
Jason Voorhees has officially joined the asymmetrical multiplayer horror game Dead by Daylight as part of its 10th-anniversary celebration. The new chapter, developed by Behaviour Interactive in partnership with Jason Universe, introduces Jason's unique stealth and brutal kill mechanics. The content is available on Steam's public test build on May 26 and will officially release on June 16.
Dead by Daylight Finally Brings Jason Voorhees to Its Extensive Roster of Killers
Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is officially joining the roster of killers in Dead by Daylight. Behaviour Interactive released a trailer showcasing his new abilities, including Omnipresent Evil and Improvised Carnage. Jason will be available in the public beta on May 26th and officially on June 16th, coinciding with the game's 10th anniversary.
'We’re just thrilled the stars aligned': Less than 2 years after his own game fully shut down, Jason Voorhees is coming to Dead by Daylight
Behaviour Interactive has announced that Jason Voorhees, also known as The Slasher in-game, will be added to Dead by Daylight. The character will feature abilities such as invisibility and the ability to fashion projectiles from environmental objects. This collaboration comes as Dead by Daylight approaches its 10th anniversary, with the DLC set to release on June 16.
Jason is finally coming to Dead by Daylight, and he goes invisible and tosses hooks at you
Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is being added to Dead by Daylight as a new killer to celebrate the game's tenth anniversary. His abilities include invisibility and the ability to throw environmental objects at survivors. The addition coincides with the 45th anniversary of the Friday the 13th franchise.
Jason Voorhees Arrives In Dead By Daylight X Friday The 13th, Emerging From The Camp Crystal Lake
Behaviour Interactive is adding Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th to Dead by Daylight as part of its 10th anniversary celebration. The Dead by Daylight: Jason chapter, launching June 16, 2026, will feature Jason with abilities inspired by the films, alongside new cosmetic outfits. This collaboration fulfills a long-standing fan request for the iconic slasher to join the game's roster of killers.
Dead by Daylight officially welcomes Jason as their 10th anniversary killer
Dead by Daylight is officially adding Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise as a killer on June 16, 2026, coinciding with the game's 10th anniversary. The addition was delayed due to legal issues surrounding the Friday the 13th IP and the existence of a similar game.
Friday the 13th's Game May Be Gone, But Jason Voorhees Is Back in Dead by Daylight
Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is being added as a DLC killer to Dead by Daylight on June 16th. This follows the shutdown of Friday the 13th: The Game in 2024 due to licensing issues. He joins other horror icons like Leatherface and Pinhead in the game.
Jason Vorhees is coming to Dead by Daylight
Jason Voorhees, a highly requested horror icon, will be added to Dead by Daylight in June 2026. This addition brings a significant character from the Friday the 13th franchise into the popular asymmetrical multiplayer horror game.
After a long 10 years, Jason Vorhees is finally coming to Dead by Daylight
Jason Voorhees is being added to the game Dead by Daylight after a 10-year wait. The article confirms his arrival in the popular asymmetrical multiplayer horror game.
Dead By Daylight Finally Adds The Slasher Everyone’s Been Waiting For
Dead by Daylight is adding Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise on June 16. This marks the addition of a highly anticipated slasher to the game's roster of horror villains. The article notes Jason's previous absence due to licensing issues and his recent appearances in other games.
Dead by Daylight is finally adding Jason from Friday the 13th
Dead by Daylight is finally adding Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise. This long-awaited addition brings a popular horror icon to the asymmetrical multiplayer game.