The holiday spirit is descending upon Dead by Daylight just after DbD Day, bringing with it a flurry of festive fear. Developer Behaviour Interactive is gifting players free skins and a new map as part of the annual Bone Chill event and accompanying Event Tome. Running from December 12th, 11 a.m. ET, to January 7th, 2025, at 11 a.m. ET, Bone Chill transforms the game into a winter wonderland where players can engage in Snowskull fights, admire the holiday decor, and offer The Entity a unique seasonal gift. While daily play yields the most rewards, it isn’t strictly necessary to unlock all the festive treats.
Free Cosmetics and In-Game Rewards Await
A plethora of cosmetic items are up for grabs during the Bone Chill event. Players can earn festive outfits for The Huntress and Nea Karlsson, killer weapons for various characters including The Hillbilly, The Doctor, The Skull Merchant, The Knight, The Twins, and The Dredge, and celestial sweaters for Adam Francis, David King, Vittorio Toscano, Meg Thomas, Haddie Kaur, and Zarina Kassir. In addition, a selection of charms, badges, and banners themed around the event are available to unlock, such as the Snow Crow charm, Evil Snowcone badge, Ormond Snowglobe badge, Frosty Hook badge, Huntress Holiday banner, Dwelf on a Shelf banner, and Crackling Fire banner.
| Outfits | Killer Weapons | Celestial Sweaters | Charms/Badges/Banners |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Huntress | The Hillbilly | Adam Francis | Snow Crow (Charm) |
| Nea Karlsson | The Doctor | David King | Evil Snowcone (Badge) |
| The Skull Merchant | Vittorio Toscano | Ormond Snowglobe (Badge) | |
| The Knight | Meg Thomas | Frosty Hook (Badge) | |
| The Twins | Haddie Kaur | Huntress Holiday (Banner) | |
| The Dredge | Zarina Kassir | Dwelf on a Shelf (Banner) | |
| Crackling Fire (Banner) |
Beyond the cosmetic rewards, players can accumulate valuable in-game currency throughout the event. Behaviour Interactive has released a calendar detailing the distribution of Bloodpoints, Iridescent Shards, and Rift Fragments. Players can expect to collect a total of 1,500,000 Bloodpoints, 2,750 Iridescent Shards, and 60 Rift Fragments by participating in the Bone Chill festivities.
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Ormond Lake Mine: A New Map with a Chilling Backstory
Bone Chill introduces a brand new map, Ormond Lake Mine, to Dead by Daylight. This chilling location delves into a dark chapter of Mount Ormond’s history, where a mining crew met a grisly end, seemingly slaughtering each other for no apparent reason. This unsettling backstory makes Ormond Lake Mine a perfect setting for the holiday horror event. The map will remain in the game’s rotation even after the Bone Chill event concludes.
Snowskull Fights and Snowman Shenanigans
While exploring Ormond Lake Mine, players should be on the lookout for Snowskull piles. These twisted snowballs can be collected and used as projectiles against killers. Players can hold up to six Snowskulls, ensuring they’re always armed for a frosty fight. A well-aimed Snowskull can temporarily stun killers, providing a crucial opportunity for escape.
Bone Chill also introduces the ability to instantly create snowmen. With a Snowskull in hand, players can build a snowman anywhere on the map and use it for concealment, hiding from pursuing killers. Alternatively, players can create Snowman Decoys to trick unsuspecting killers into a chilling surprise. The strategic use of both snowman types adds a new layer of tactical gameplay to the event.
A Festive Blend of Horror and Holiday Cheer
The Bone Chill event offers a unique blend of holiday cheer and terrifying gameplay. With free skins, a new map, and engaging activities, there’s plenty to keep players entertained. Logging in throughout the event maximizes the potential for earning event currency and unlocking all the available rewards. These rewards are permanent additions to players’ inventories, perfect for showcasing festive fear during future winter holidays. So, embrace the holiday horror, gather your Snowskulls, and stay alive!
