Dead By Daylight: The 15 Best Killers For Beginners (& How To Play Them)

Conquer Dead by Daylight: A Killer Guide for Beginners

Dead by Daylight, boasting 26 killers and a massive player base, can feel overwhelming for newcomers. This guide focuses on killers ideal for beginners, easing your transition into the thrilling world of hunt and escape.

Top Killers for Beginners: A Ranked List

This list ranks killers based on ease of use and effectiveness for new players, progressing from easiest to slightly more challenging.

1. The Wraith: This original killer offers a forgiving power. His cloaking ability (activated via his Wailing Bell) provides stealth, while uncloaking grants a speed boost for surprise attacks. Mastering timing is key, but the core mechanic is straightforward.

2. The Shape (Michael Myers): Myers' power is built around stalking. The longer you stalk survivors, the more powerful your attacks become. While mastering the optimal stalking strategy takes time, the core mechanic is simple to grasp.

3. The Hillbilly: His chainsaw rush is exhilarating but requires practice to control effectively. The power is simple – hold and go – but mastering direction and avoiding obstacles is crucial. He's a good option if you enjoy high-risk, high-reward gameplay.

4. The Pig (Amanda Young): The Pig's stealth and reverse bear traps add a layer of strategic depth. While crouching reduces movement speed, the surprise factor and trap mechanics are relatively easy to understand.

5. The Doctor: The Doctor's madness effect is powerful but requires understanding its stages and how they impact survivors. While his abilities have a learning curve, his straightforward approach to inflicting madness makes him manageable for beginners.

6. Legion: Their Feral Frenzy grants increased mobility and chained attacks. However, they cannot down survivors while in this state, requiring a follow-up attack. This makes them relatively easy to learn but less powerful in skilled matches.

7. The Huntress: Her hatchet throws are intuitive but require aiming practice. The lack of a crosshair presents a challenge, especially for controller users. Despite this, her basic attack and hatchet power are easy to understand.

8. The Trickster: His blade-throwing ability requires aim, similar to the Huntress. While mastering his rhythm takes time, the core concept is simple. Controller users might find his aim more challenging.

9. The Deathslinger: His ranged harpoon gun is unique, offering a different playstyle. However, the lack of precise aiming controls (especially on consoles) can be frustrating.

10. The Cannibal (Leatherface): His chainsaw rush is powerful but requires careful management of charges and the "tantrum" meter. While his Barbeque & Chili perk is excellent, his overall power requires more strategic thinking.

11. The Nightmare (Freddy Krueger): Freddy's dream-based power offers stealth, but requires understanding its range and limitations.

12. The Trapper: His bear traps are straightforward, but effective trap placement requires map knowledge and anticipation.

13. The Mastermind (Albert Wesker): Wesker's power involves charging attacks and managing the Uroboros virus infection.

14. The Clown: His gas clouds require strategic placement and understanding their effects.

15. The Demogorgon: His portals offer strategic mobility but require planning and understanding survivor reactions.

Remember, practice makes perfect! Experiment with different killers to find your preferred playstyle and gradually tackle more complex options as you gain experience. Good luck and happy hunting!