Don’t expect a Dead by Daylight Friday the 13th chapter anytime soon as dev discusses licensing nightmare

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As a die-hard Dead by Daylight (DBD) gamer, I can’t contain my excitement about the upcoming crossover with FNAF. But let me tell you something, fellow fans – while we’ve been hoping for a Friday the 13th collaboration for a long time, it seems like we might have to wait a bit longer. You see, there are some licensing issues that make it a tricky proposition, so I wouldn’t hold my breath for a Friday the 13th chapter in DBD anytime soon.

Dead By Daylight dev discusses Friday the 13th licensing issues

In the realm of gaming, I, a passionate gamer, had the opportunity to listen in on an intriguing conversation between Dead by Daylight’s director, Mathieu Cote, and YouTuber extraordinaire, Sawpalin. Held entirely in French, this chat might have some minor translation nuances, but the essence of their discussion still resonated clearly.

During the interview, Mathieu Cote was queried once more about a potential new Friday the 13th installment. He acknowledged that “There’s definitely a chance, statistically speaking,” but also mentioned several obstacles.

Cote stated, “A quick search online reveals that this license has been embroiled in legal turmoil for years. He further noted that it’s one of the most intricate licenses fans ask for, as every year someone emerges claiming ownership, and these discussions can be extremely delicate. Finally, the game director pondered whether it is worth engaging in such a battle due to all the complexities involved.

It’s really exciting to imagine Jason Voorhees appearing in Dead By Daylight, but unfortunately, it doesn’t seem like he’ll be joining the game anytime soon. Dealing with licenses can be tricky for DBD, as we’ve noticed with the removal of Pinhead following the end of its licensing agreement. In the past, Stranger Things was also temporarily removed before making a comeback.

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2025-06-10 14:10