Friday the 13th Chapter
The legend arrives at the lake, bringing terror to the Entity's game.
The Friday the 13th Chapter stands as a monumental milestone in the history of Dead by Daylight, bringing the legendary slasher Jason Voorhees into the fold. While not the first licensed collaboration—that title belongs to A Nightmare on Elm Street released earlier in October 2017—this chapter introduced Camp Crystal Lake, instantly becoming one of the most recognizable environments in the game. This release focused solely on the Killer; it did not introduce a new Survivor, distinguishing it from other major chapters that often debut paired characters.
Quick Facts
- Killer
- Jason Voorhees
- Survivor
- None (This chapter introduced only the Killer)
- Release window
- May 29, 2018
- Chapter type
- Licensed Collaboration
Lore & Background
Jason Voorhees is the central figure of this chapter, embodying the relentless force of Camp Crystal Lake. Unlike some other chapters, this release did not introduce a new Survivor or a specific nemesis from Jason's own lore; Nancy Thompson belongs to a separate narrative arc as Freddy Krueger's nemesis from A Nightmare on Elm Street. In the Entity's realm, their paths are distinct: Jason was added in May 2018, while Nancy debuted alongside Freddy in October 2017. Together they represent the collision of horror icons, though their origins and chapter releases remain separate.
Reader's Guide
Release Date: January 2018 New Content: This massive update introduced Jason Voorhees as a Killer with unique stealth mechanics and a throwable machete. Nancy Thompson joined as the first licensed Survivor, bringing flashlight mastery to the game. Camp Crystal Lake was added as a new map, featuring cabins, docks, and dense forest areas for hiding. Balance Adjustments: Early updates focused heavily on tuning Jason's Terror Radius silence and retrieval speed to ensure fair gameplay. Survivors received adjustments to counter stealth mechanics during this period. The flashlight mechanic was refined to prevent excessive blocking of the Killer. Community Impact: This chapter generated immense hype, validating fan requests for licensed characters. It set a precedent for future collaborations with major horror franchises. Camp Crystal Lake remains a staple map in playlists due to its iconic layout and atmosphere.
Did You Know?
- Jason Voorhees is one of the few Killers who can silence his Terror Radius while holding a weapon.
- The Friday the 13th Chapter was released on May 29, 2018, and did not introduce a new Survivor.
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