Dead by Daylight continues to thrive almost a decade after its 2016 debut, but its recent collaboration with Five Nights at Freddy’s has propelled it to an all-new milestone. On Tuesday, June 17, Behaviour Interactive’s asymmetrical horror hit shattered its all-time player count record on Steam, reaching 106,029 concurrent players, according to SteamDB.
This surge in activity was triggered by the highly anticipated Five Nights at Freddy’s update, which introduced Springtrap, the chilling animatronic from FNAF 3, as the game’s latest Killer.
🎮 Why the FNAF Crossover Was So Impactful
While Dead by Daylight is no stranger to iconic horror collaborations, this FNAF update hit differently. The crossover added:
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Springtrap as the new Killer
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Themed cosmetic items: including Springtrap skins, banners, and badges
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Three exclusive achievements
The fusion of these two horror juggernauts sparked massive interest online, reigniting excitement among the Dead by Daylight fanbase and drawing in FNAF devotees eager to play as (or flee from) one of the franchise’s most infamous antagonists.
👻 A Legacy of Iconic Crossovers
Dead by Daylight’s appeal has always been rooted in its ability to bring horror franchises together. Memorable past collaborations include:
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Stranger Things: Featuring Nancy Wheeler, Steve Harrington, and the Demogorgon
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Silent Hill: Adding Cheryl Mason and the terrifying Pyramid Head
These updates have made Dead by Daylight a living horror museum—each expansion adding another classic monster to its blood-soaked halls.
📈 A Record-Breaking Moment
The 106K player peak marks the highest point of engagement in Dead by Daylight’s history. Not only does it show the enduring appeal of the game, but it also proves the power of cross-franchise synergy. Players are clearly eager for more.
🔮 What’s Next?
With the success of the FNAF crossover, all eyes are now on what Behaviour Interactive will do next. More licensed killers? A new survivor from a beloved horror franchise? The fog holds many secrets.
But one thing is clear—Dead by Daylight is far from fading. In fact, it may just be entering its most thrilling chapter yet.