Chucky, the Unexpected New Killer
In the eerie world of the multiplayer horror game Dead by Daylight, surprises are always to be expected. The latest one is Chucky - yes, the infamous murderous doll from the horror film series. With his arrival, he brings a whole new dimension to the game. What makes him so special? It all has to do with his size.
Gameplay Redesigned
Chucky is not exactly what you would call a typical killer. He stands at just 2 feet tall - much smaller than all the other characters in the game. How does that fit into a game whose mechanics revolve around picking up and hanging survivors? With a clever redesign of the gameplay mechanics.
Third-Person Perspective and Stealth Advantage
Chucky is the first killer in Dead by Daylight to be played from a third-person perspective. This gives the player the same field of view as a normal killer, but also utilizes Chucky's natural advantage of stealth. Because he is so small, he can hide almost anywhere, even behind the smallest obstacles on the map.
Unique Abilities and Cheeky Humor
But Chucky wouldn't be Chucky if he didn't have a few special abilities as well. For example, he can charge up with a quick movement and even jump over barricades that would stop other killers. And of course, he has retained his cheeky humor, which makes him such an iconic character. With new recordings from Brad Dourif, the original voice of Chucky, he is definitely an asset to the game.
Looking Ahead
Chucky is already playable in the public test build of Dead by Daylight and the initial reactions are consistently positive. We are excited to see how his presence will impact the game's meta and how players will ultimately utilize him. One thing is certain, though: With Chucky, Dead by Daylight will definitely not be boring!
