Dead by Daylight will be playable on the Nintendo Switch later this year. We will reveal the details.
The asymmetrical horror game Dead by Daylight has been riding a wave of success for several years, and it seems that it is not going to end. Because now the developer Behaviour has stated that Dead by Daylight is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch in Fall 2019 (between October and December). However, there are critical voices regarding this decision.
What content will be included on the Switch? The exact content of the Switch version has not yet been announced. However, it is possible that certain characters, such as licensed killers (Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger) or some survivors (Bill from Left4Dead) may not be available in the Switch version. The corresponding perks will still be present, so there will be no gameplay disadvantage for the other characters.
How good will the game look? The developers already say that Dead by Daylight will run at 30 fps and in the “best possible graphics that Nintendo’s console allows.” Since the Nintendo console is a bit less powerful than its competitors, the graphics will likely be scaled back to enable smooth gameplay. By the way, a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online will be required for playing.
No Cross-Play: The possibility of cross-play, meaning playing against users on other platforms, has been directly ruled out. Players on the Switch will only compete against other players on the Switch.
Skepticism in the Community: Players are looking forward to the release on the Nintendo Switch with mixed feelings. While many welcome that Dead by Daylight will conquer another console, there is also clear criticism. The other console versions (PS4 and Xbox One) are currently not running smoothly and are facing stuttering and other technical issues. Therefore, players doubt that Nintendo’s console will be able to handle the game.
We will only see what the final result will look like in Fall 2019 – it will still take a while.
Are you excited for Dead by Daylight on the Switch?
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