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GDC Interview: Dead by Daylight’s Creators on Stephen King, 2v8, Community

GDC Interview: Dead by Daylight’s Creators on Stephen King, 2v8, Community

Summary

The creators of the game "Dead by Daylight" discussed how they designed and expanded their game over ten years. They talked about the influence of Stephen King, the strategy behind leaving some story elements unclear, and plans to explore storytelling through different formats like films and comics.

Key Facts

  • "Dead by Daylight" is a game developed by Behaviour Interactive that has been running for nearly ten years.
  • The game started as a small multiplayer experiment and has expanded into a large universe with various storylines.
  • Stephen King's works, especially "The Dark Tower," influenced the game's design, focusing on interconnected stories.
  • The game's developers intentionally leave some story parts unexplored to keep the mystery and allow future expansions.
  • The game involves player-generated stories but also explores other media, such as single-player games, comics, and an upcoming film.
  • "Dead by Daylight" includes famous horror characters and original creations with complex backgrounds.
  • The developers discuss balancing game modes and learning from past mistakes to keep the game fresh.

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