Dead by Daylight's 2v8 Returns in a Big Way with Attack on Titan Crossover
Featuring new Outfits, gameplay updates, and Maps, the fan-favorite Mode is back for another round of mayhem.
Montréal, Canada — April 21st, 2026 – Dead by Daylight's ever-popular and chaotic 2v8 Game Mode returns to The Fog once more, bringing with it a fresh wave of gameplay updates, along with an expansion to the beloved Attack on Titan Collection. Running as always for a limited time from April 28th to May 19th, this latest iteration continues to grow and refine the 2v8 experience, while delivering a highly requested series of striking new Outfits inspired by the acclaimed anime.
A Titanic Collection
Debuting in 2022 with a robust Collection of 10 Outfits, Attack on Titan remains one of Dead by Daylight's most popular cosmetic releases. In the years that followed, demand for more iconic characters and themes from the series has only grown – and what better way to release them than as part of the game's oversized 2v8 Mode.
The featured newcomers to the Collection are headlined by the fearsome Attack Titan Legendary Outfit for The Trapper, transforming him into a towering force of destruction within The Fog. Other notable additions include a trio of Very Rare Survivor Outfits that see Jake Park embody Cleaning Levi, Yui Kimura don Mikasa's Dark Uniform, and Thalita Lyra step into Sasha's Uniform.
Survivors Renato Lyra, Adam Francis, Mikaela Reid, and Haddie Kaur will also all receive the Queen's Ball Attire Outfit, while Feng Min and Meg Thomas get the Heart of Freedom Outfit.
Players can also look forward to the return of the Attack on Titan lobby to Dead by Daylight.
Fine-Tuning the Chaos
Each iteration of 2v8 continues to refine the Mode's balance and gameplay based on player feedback and in-game data. This round kicks off with two Killers receiving some 2v8-specific buffs and nerfs to hone their experience.
The Deathslinger's buffs aim at improving his overall effectiveness, including reduced penalties when reloading and missing shots, allowing for smoother more consistent gameplay. Meanwhile, The Oni sees a slight nerf to rein in his dominance, with an increased uptime reduction after successfully downing a Survivor in Demon Mode.
New Cage system updates are also being introduced to improve the 2v8 Survivor experience. The bleed-out timer now pauses for a short time when a Cage relocates, giving Survivors more space to coordinate rescues. Cage relocation time has also been reduced to maintain match pacing and encourage more active teamwork.
The 2v8 Map rotation also continues to grow with the addition of Temple of Purgation, and Ironworks of Misery. Both Maps have been specifically adjusted to accommodate 2v8 gameplay.
Earn Your Wings
Finally, since it wouldn't be a proper themed 2v8 without some Attack on Titan rewards, players will of course be able to complete a series of Quests to unlock some must-have loot including an Attack on Titan Badge, Banner, and Charm.
The Attack on Titan 2v8 Game Mode will be available in Dead by Daylight for a limited time from April 28th to May 19th.
About Dead by Daylight™
Created by Behaviour™ Interactive, Dead by Daylight is horror gaming's premiere asymmetrical multiplayer experience. Trapped forever in a realm of eldritch evil, four determined Survivors must face a bloodthirsty Killer in a vicious game of nerve and wits. Pick a side and step into a world of tension and terror that boasts up to 2 million daily players, and over 70 million worldwide across PC and console. Since its release in 2016, Dead by Daylight had continued to expand its roster of characters to include countless iconic horror properties from film, television, gaming, and beyond. For more information, please visit deadbydaylight.com.
About Behaviour™ Interactive
Founded in 1992, Behaviour Interactive is the largest Canadian video game studio. Behaviour's flagship original franchise, Dead by Daylight, has terrified more than 60 million players since its launch in 2016. Over more than thirty years, the company has also established a reputation as one of the world's most highly regarded external development partners, working alongside gaming industry leaders such as Microsoft, Sony, EA, and Warner Bros. Behaviour's more than 1,100 employees are located across its headquarters in Montreal and offices in Toronto, Rotterdam, and the United Kingdom. The company's award-winning culture has been recognized by GamesIndustry.biz (Best Places to Work in Canada) and Deloitte (Canada's Best Managed Companies), among others. For more information, visit www.bhvr.com.
Based on the manga “Shingeki no Kyojin” by Hajime Isayama originally serialized in the monthly BESSATSU SHONEN MAGAZINE published by Kodansha Ltd.
©Hajime Isayama, KODANSHA/“ATTACK ON TITAN” The Final Season Production Committee.
© 2015-2026 BEHAVIOUR, DEAD BY DAYLIGHT and other related trademarks and logos belong to Behaviour Interactive Inc. All rights reserved.
Montréal, Canada — April 21st, 2026 – Dead by Daylight's ever-popular and chaotic 2v8 Game Mode returns to The Fog once more, bringing with it a fresh wave of gameplay updates, along with an expansion to the beloved Attack on Titan Collection. Running as always for a limited time from April 28th to May 19th, this latest iteration continues to grow and refine the 2v8 experience, while delivering a highly requested series of striking new Outfits inspired by the acclaimed anime.
A Titanic Collection
Debuting in 2022 with a robust Collection of 10 Outfits, Attack on Titan remains one of Dead by Daylight's most popular cosmetic releases. In the years that followed, demand for more iconic characters and themes from the series has only grown – and what better way to release them than as part of the game's oversized 2v8 Mode.
The featured newcomers to the Collection are headlined by the fearsome Attack Titan Legendary Outfit for The Trapper, transforming him into a towering force of destruction within The Fog. Other notable additions include a trio of Very Rare Survivor Outfits that see Jake Park embody Cleaning Levi, Yui Kimura don Mikasa's Dark Uniform, and Thalita Lyra step into Sasha's Uniform.
Survivors Renato Lyra, Adam Francis, Mikaela Reid, and Haddie Kaur will also all receive the Queen's Ball Attire Outfit, while Feng Min and Meg Thomas get the Heart of Freedom Outfit.
Players can also look forward to the return of the Attack on Titan lobby to Dead by Daylight.
Fine-Tuning the Chaos
Each iteration of 2v8 continues to refine the Mode's balance and gameplay based on player feedback and in-game data. This round kicks off with two Killers receiving some 2v8-specific buffs and nerfs to hone their experience.
The Deathslinger's buffs aim at improving his overall effectiveness, including reduced penalties when reloading and missing shots, allowing for smoother more consistent gameplay. Meanwhile, The Oni sees a slight nerf to rein in his dominance, with an increased uptime reduction after successfully downing a Survivor in Demon Mode.
New Cage system updates are also being introduced to improve the 2v8 Survivor experience. The bleed-out timer now pauses for a short time when a Cage relocates, giving Survivors more space to coordinate rescues. Cage relocation time has also been reduced to maintain match pacing and encourage more active teamwork.
The 2v8 Map rotation also continues to grow with the addition of Temple of Purgation, and Ironworks of Misery. Both Maps have been specifically adjusted to accommodate 2v8 gameplay.
Earn Your Wings
Finally, since it wouldn't be a proper themed 2v8 without some Attack on Titan rewards, players will of course be able to complete a series of Quests to unlock some must-have loot including an Attack on Titan Badge, Banner, and Charm.
The Attack on Titan 2v8 Game Mode will be available in Dead by Daylight for a limited time from April 28th to May 19th.
About Dead by Daylight™
Created by Behaviour™ Interactive, Dead by Daylight is horror gaming's premiere asymmetrical multiplayer experience. Trapped forever in a realm of eldritch evil, four determined Survivors must face a bloodthirsty Killer in a vicious game of nerve and wits. Pick a side and step into a world of tension and terror that boasts up to 2 million daily players, and over 70 million worldwide across PC and console. Since its release in 2016, Dead by Daylight had continued to expand its roster of characters to include countless iconic horror properties from film, television, gaming, and beyond. For more information, please visit deadbydaylight.com.
About Behaviour™ Interactive
Founded in 1992, Behaviour Interactive is the largest Canadian video game studio. Behaviour's flagship original franchise, Dead by Daylight, has terrified more than 60 million players since its launch in 2016. Over more than thirty years, the company has also established a reputation as one of the world's most highly regarded external development partners, working alongside gaming industry leaders such as Microsoft, Sony, EA, and Warner Bros. Behaviour's more than 1,100 employees are located across its headquarters in Montreal and offices in Toronto, Rotterdam, and the United Kingdom. The company's award-winning culture has been recognized by GamesIndustry.biz (Best Places to Work in Canada) and Deloitte (Canada's Best Managed Companies), among others. For more information, visit www.bhvr.com.
Based on the manga “Shingeki no Kyojin” by Hajime Isayama originally serialized in the monthly BESSATSU SHONEN MAGAZINE published by Kodansha Ltd.
©Hajime Isayama, KODANSHA/“ATTACK ON TITAN” The Final Season Production Committee.
© 2015-2026 BEHAVIOUR, DEAD BY DAYLIGHT and other related trademarks and logos belong to Behaviour Interactive Inc. All rights reserved.
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