As a longtime observer of the fog-shrouded realm, I'm still reeling from Behaviour Interactive's explosive eighth-anniversary stream for Dead by Daylight. What unfolded felt less like a corporate showcase and more like a carnival ride through the Entity's twisted imagination—complete with game-changing modes, iconic crossovers, and surprise drops that left us scrambling for our controllers. The sheer density of revelations mirrored opening a cursed treasure chest: you never know if you'll get mundane loot or reality-altering artifacts. Here's what emerged from the chaos.

Double the Survivors, Quadruple the Mayhem

Finally answering years of player pleas, the 2v8 mode isn't just an afterthought—it's a full-blown mutation of Dead by Daylight's DNA. Imagine two killers tag-teaming eight survivors across expanded versions of classic maps like Autohaven Wreckers, now stretched like taffy to accommodate the bedlam. No hooks exist here; instead, killers cage downed survivors Pyramid Head-style while survivors pick from three starkly distinct classes: Healing, Objectives, or Speed. Only five OG killers (Trapper, Wraith, Hillbilly, Huntress, Nurse) debut with team-specific powers, each dragging their home realm into the fray. Gameplay director Matthew Spriggens shrugged off concerns about audio chaos with "embracing the chaos"—a philosophy that feels like juggling lit dynamite in a thunderstorm. This temporary trial could become permanent if players survive the pandemonium.

Dungeons & Dragons Invades the Fog

The June D&D chapter drop isn't just a crossover—it's a necromantic overhaul. Vecna, voiced by Critical Role's Matt Mercer, warps into the fray with a spellbook allowing real-time swaps between four abilities: soaring with Fly, blocking palettes via Mage Hand, summoning skeletal minions via Flight of the Damned, or dispelling magic with Dispelling Fear. Survivors face treasure chests containing twenty-sided dice determining their fate—roll a 1 for critical failure or a 20 to fuse with Vecna's Eye or Hand for game-breaking powers. Dual-survivor bards Baermar Uraz (human) and Aestri Yazar (elf) offer musical counterpoints to horror, explorable within the Forgotten Ruins map—a crumbling tower labyrinth peppered with D&D easter eggs like a dungeon master's private joke. Mercer's pre-recorded tease, "bringing this baddie to life," sent shivers; this chapter bleeds necromantic ambition.

Franchise Expansions: Castlevania, Project T & Frank Stone

Behaviour dropped Castlevania's arrival like a cryptic castle drawbridge—no specifics yet, but August 6th promises details. Meanwhile, Project T (Midwinter's PvE shooter) plunges players into The Backwater, using trucks and talismans against Thrall monstrosities. Its Insider Program now offers playtests and rewards—a backstage pass to the apocalypse. Supermassive's The Casting of Frank Stone trailer revealed choice-driven horror soaked in DbD lore, blending environmental puzzles and QTEs into what feels like an interactive campfire nightmare. Its 2024 release landed like a hammer blow, proving spin-offs can terrify beyond the core loop.

What the Fog?! A Free Surprise

In true Behaviour fashion, they capsized expectations with What the Fog?—a free two-player roguelite dropped mid-stream. Securing it required a Behaviour account, like snatching a relic before a trapdoor seals. Now a $4.99 Steam gem, its co-op chaos feels like assembling IKEA furniture during an earthquake—frantic, absurd, and weirdly bonding.

FAQ: Your Fog-Clearing Queries Answered

Q: Is the 2v8 mode permanent now?

A: After its 2024 trial run, player fervor cemented it as a core mode—think of it as the Entity's favorite chaotic child.

Q: Can I still get Vecna's cursed items?

A: Absolutely! Roll that d20; critical successes drop them like rare vinyl in a dusty record shop.

Q: What happened with Castlevania?

A: August 2024's reveal brought Richter Belmont and Dracula himself—now stalking trials like a symphony of sorrow.

Q: Is Project T playable on consoles?

A: Currently PC-only for testing, but console rewards await Insider Program sign-ups—a digital breadcrumb trail.

Q: How does Frank Stone tie into DbD?

A: It's a narrative prequel exploring Cedar Hills' origins—a scar tissue story woven into the Entity's tapestry.