Dead by Daylight adds Jason Voorhees as new Killer

Behaviour Interactive has announced that Jason Voorhees, the iconic slasher from the Friday the 13th franchise, will be added as the next DLC Killer in Dead by Daylight. The expansion will be available on June 16, 2026.

Jason Voorhees: The legendary slasher

Jason Voorhees is a well-known character from the Friday the 13th horror film series. His addition to Dead by Daylight marks an important milestone for the game, which has welcomed many famous horror icons since launching in October 2016, including Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, and even a Xenomorph.

Gameplay and abilities

At this time, Behaviour Interactive has not shared any specific details about Jason Voorhees' in-game abilities. However, the game has always featured a surprising mix of skills and gameplay elements, and Jason can likely be expected to follow that trend. It has become increasingly clear that Dead by Daylight is leaning more and more toward a crossover-style game, similar to other multiplayer experiences.

Future developments

Jason Voorhees' addition comes just two days after Dead by Daylight's 10th anniversary, where we may hear more announcements about future content for the game. Fans can look forward to interesting updates and gameplay improvements in the coming months.

With Jason's upcoming introduction, Dead by Daylight will expand its roster with one of the most recognizable and beloved slasher figures in horror. In recent years, the game has continued to lean into crossovers with various horror films, making it increasingly interesting for players to experiment with different styles and strategies.