Horror enthusiasts, brace yourselves! The asymmetrical multiplayer game Dead by Daylight has joined forces with the master of horror manga, Junji Ito, to introduce a chilling new collection of character skins inspired by his iconic works. Dive into the details of this spine-tingling collaboration below.
Dead By Daylight Junji Ito Collection
Dead by Daylight (DbD) is thrilled to unveil the exclusive Junji Ito collection, marking a significant partnership with the renowned manga artist known for his haunting narratives and surrealist art style. With a career spanning 40 years, Ito's work has captivated horror fans worldwide, and now, his characters are stepping into the terrifying world of DbD for what's being hailed as the "ultimate horror collaboration."
Eight Skins To Collect
This collection features eight unique skins inspired by some of Ito’s most famous stories, including "Tomie," "Hanging Balloons," and "Rumors." The Killers featured in this collection are The Dredge, The Trickster, The Twins, The Spirit, and The Artist. Notably, The Spirit and The Artist will receive Legendary rarity skins, complete with new audio and sound effects to enhance the horror experience. The Spirit will transform into Tomie, while The Artist will embody Miss Fuchi from "Rumors, Fashion Model." Survivors Yui Kimura, Yun-Jin Lee, and Kate Denson also receive their own chilling makeovers.
Junji Ito himself played a pivotal role in bringing his characters to life within Dead by Daylight. In a video shared on the official Dead by Daylight X (formerly Twitter) account, Ito expressed his joy and satisfaction with the in-game representations of his work. "It was very moving to see that they had become even more terrifying characters after leaving my hands," he remarked. He even had the chance to experience the game firsthand, playing as The Artist adorned in her Miss Fuchi skin.
The Junji Ito collection will be available starting January 7th, 2025, for Dead by Daylight on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the horror of Junji Ito's world within the thrilling gameplay of Dead by Daylight.
