Following reports from players about receiving fewer Bloodpoints than expected during the Twisted Masquerade anniversary event, a Dead by Daylight developer has stepped forward to confirm what many feared: the anniversary cake drop rate has been deliberately reduced.
In previous years, the Twisted Masquerade cakes—special event offerings that grant bonus Bloodpoints—could appear up to 2–3 times per match, giving players a meaningful progression boost during the limited-time event. However, since the release of the 9.0.2 Bugfix Patch, players have noticed that these cakes are appearing significantly less often.
🎯 Community Speculation Proven True
For days, players debated whether this drop reduction was a bug or a quiet balance change. That debate came to a head when a Behaviour Interactive developer confirmed on Reddit (source) that the current drop rate is working as intended. This implies a deliberate change to how anniversary cakes function.
“Players are receiving the number of cakes intended,” the dev stated, ending speculation that the issue might be fixed in a future patch.
Unfortunately, this transparency came too late for many fans who had assumed the issue was a glitch and were saving their offerings or playing less, hoping for a fix that will never come.
😠 Fan Reaction: Disappointment and Frustration
The Reddit post confirming the nerf was met with strong negative reactions, with many players feeling blindsided by the change. Some expressed that reduced cake frequency diminishes the excitement and value of participating in the anniversary event—one of the most anticipated times of the year in Dead by Daylight.
“It’s not a celebration if we’re getting fewer rewards,” wrote one player.
“This feels more like a grind-fest than an anniversary,” added another.
📈 Despite Controversy, Player Count Is Soaring
Interestingly, despite this backlash, Dead by Daylight is currently seeing record-breaking player counts. The ongoing Twisted Masquerade, alongside recent and upcoming collaborations with franchises like Stranger Things, Silent Hill, Alien, and Five Nights at Freddy’s, has helped bring in new players and retain returning ones.
This shows the complex nature of live-service games—fans can simultaneously enjoy content while criticizing design decisions.
🔁 Not the First Time DBD Has Changed the Formula
Veteran players know that Dead by Daylight frequently tweaks core systems, including perks, matchmaking, and progression rewards. The anniversary cake nerf is just the latest example of Behaviour Interactive balancing reward systems to potentially increase event longevity or manage pacing.
Still, many argue that such changes should be communicated clearly and ahead of time to avoid misleading or frustrating players.
While Behaviour Interactive has confirmed the new norm for anniversary cakes, the lack of upfront communication has left a bitter taste for many in the community. As Dead by Daylight continues to evolve, it remains clear that transparency and trust are just as important as gameplay balance.
Players may continue to celebrate the Twisted Masquerade—but not without some birthday drama.