patch · August 5, 2025
Dead by Daylight Hotfix 9.1.1 and Bug Fix Status Update
Dead by Daylight patch 9.1.1 and hotfixes introduce immediate kill switches for problematic perks and adjust Fog Vials alongside extensive bug fixes.
Behavior Interactive has detailed patch 9.1.1 and hotfix plans for Dead by Daylight to address recent stability issues and perk bugs. The release implements immediate kill switches for Streetwise, Blood Rush, and Last Stand while rolling out widespread bug fixes across maps, killers, and items.
Perk Kill Switches and Fog Vials
Developers have activated kill switches for Streetwise, Blood Rush, and Last Stand. Fog Vials receive base adjustments: base fog opacity drops from 40% to 33%, ambient fog audio volume is lowered by 3 dB, and Potent Extract add-ons now decrease visibility by 5% instead of 10%. The team also announced an internal overhaul of the kill switch process to align with community expectations.
Priority Bug Fixes and Character Corrections
The patch resolves a bug that prevented Killers from initiating chases for the remainder of a trial, alongside a fix for missing chase music. Character adjustments address a bug where The Nightmare could use Rupture twice on a Dream Pallet and an issue preventing The Pig from losing bloodlust during Ambush attacks. Distorted arm models for Mikaela and animation jitter for The Ghoul's lobby outfit are also corrected.
Map and Environment Fixes
Exploits and navigation blockers across multiple realms have been patched. The Knight no longer encounters invisible collisions on specific vaults, and Victor will now trigger prison tower doors in Fallen Refuge and elevator drop triggers in Ormond Lake Mine. Issues where Killer projectiles passed through control room walls on The Game are also resolved.
Perk and Interface Improvements
Interactions between Thrilling Tremors and Grim Embrace no longer block the fourth token effect from triggering. Overwhelming Presence now correctly affects Key, Map, and Fog Vial items. Interface fixes restore missing audio to the Match Management screen, address anti-camp meter disappearance after hooking a survivor, and correct quest tracker progress animations.
Why this patch matters
Patch 9.1.1 serves as a triage update for Dead by Daylight, tackling high-priority gameplay bugs and broken perks while establishing a framework for responsive hotfixes.