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Dead by Daylight

9.6.0 | Patch Notes

Apr 28, 2026 · Steam update tracked by Buffs & Bugs

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ImportantAs a result of engine updates, the download file size for this update will be larger than normal.The Legion has been re-enabled.Map weighting has been adjusted in order for maps to have an equal chance of spawning - Realm Repeat Prevention remains in effect.FeaturesDiminishing Returns UpdateWhile in a Trial, repeated positive or negative gameplay modifiers and status effects are now affected by diminishing returns.Identical Killer and Survivor modifiers granted by Powers, Items, Perks and Offerings will now be reduced progressively as they become stacked.The following apply diminishing returns only within their role:Negative action speed modifiersPositive skill check chance modifiersThe following are excluded entirely from diminishing returns:Modifiers granted from Add-onsThe gameplay modifier with the highest absolute value is always applied, while lesser ones are progressively lowered to a percentage of their original value.The game prioritizes the highest values, reducing the impact of lesser ones.1st value (highest) - 100% of modifier2nd value - 50% of modifier3rd value - 25% of modifier4th value - 12.5% of modifier5th value and up - 5% of modifierGame manual updated to include information on diminishing returns.1v4 Play While You Wait UpdateAdded the option to "Play While You Wait" to the default 1v4 game mode.While searching for a match as Killer, you will receive the option to Play While You Wait.This allows you to play a match as a Survivor while saving your place in the Killer queue.After finishing your Survivor match, you will automatically be returned to your place in the Killer queue.Progress Bar UpdateThe progress bar for interactions has a new animation to reinforce the speed differencesThe color has been updated so it represents the speed of the

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