Dead by Daylight - Tokyo Ghoul
Last updated: 2026-02-15
- Enjoyable and dynamic gameplay
- Visually stunning and well-designed
- Excellent sound design and voice acting
- Frustrating gameplay experience
- Hit mechanics are unfair
- Game-breaking bugs
Emotions
Players are frustrated due to a variety of gameplay issues, primarily centered around the killer's unbalanced abilities and overall game mechanics. Specific causes include game-breaking bugs, hackers, unbalanced character design, and poor hit detection. Additionally, the impact of the DLC on the community and the perceived lack of balance and developer neglect contribute to this frustration.
Players express disappointment with the game's current state, particularly focusing on the killer's design and balance issues. The lack of varied phrases for characters, poorly designed animations, and the killer's overtuned state are significant contributors. Additionally, the removal of content and the perceived neglect by developers add to the disappointment.
Players are excited about the enjoyable gameplay and the effectiveness of the new killer. The killer's abilities, mobility, and positive aspects of the design and mechanics contribute to this excitement. The fun and easy gameplay experience, along with the cool concept and character design, also play a significant role.
Players enjoy the fun gameplay and character abilities. The positive experience with the killer and the manga, along with the enjoyable gameplay experience, contribute to this enjoyment. The fun movement-based kit and the personal liking of the killer also add to the overall enjoyment.
Players are angry due to unbalanced killer mechanics and perceived exploitation by the developers. The overpowered state of the killer, poor design, and negative player feedback contribute to this anger. Additionally, the perceived lack of balance and developer neglect, along with pay-to-win mechanics, add to the frustration.
Verdict
Mostly negative
Summary
Positive 34% · Negative 66%. Score: 66 / 100
Verdict
Predatory Monetization
Summary
The reviews indicate significant concerns about the pay-to-win mechanics introduced by the new killer character in the DLC. Players feel that purchasing this character provides an unfair advantage, making the game less enjoyable for those who do not buy the DLC. Additionally, there is a strong sentiment that the DLC is designed to maximize revenue quickly, with plans to nerf the character after initial sales. The perceived value of the DLC is also low, with some content requiring additional payments, further frustrating players. Score: 90 / 100
Top points
- Pay-to-Win Mechanics - High
- Monetization Strategy - High
- Perceived Value and Content - Medium
Positives:
- Players frequently describe the gameplay as fun, dynamic, and engaging. The overall experience is enjoyable, with many highlighting the excitement of playing as the killer.
- The game's aesthetics and art design are highly praised. Players appreciate the beautiful and visually interesting design of the killer and the overall game.
- The sound design and voice acting are highlighted as great and excellent. Players appreciate the original Japanese voice acting and the atmospheric screams.
- The character design is praised for being creative and faithful to the Tokyo Ghoul series. Players appreciate the references to the show and the overall design.
- The perks are described as fun to use and enjoyable. Players appreciate the references to the show and the overall enjoyment they bring to the game.
Negatives:
- Playing against the killer is described as frustrating, annoying, and not fun. The lack of chase and surprise elements contributes to this negative experience.
- The killer is described as annoying due to excessive screaming and loud noises, which detracts from the gameplay experience.
- The killer's hit mechanics are criticized for being unfair, including the ability to hit through walls and broken hit boxes.
- The auto-aim feature is criticized for being too strong and reducing the skill required to play the killer. It guarantees hits and is seen as a significant issue.
- The killer's perks are generally seen as unremarkable and not game-changing. They are described as weak, useless, or overpowered, but nothing special.
Gameplay:
- The killer is noted for strong mobility, including the ability to move quickly between generators and a special mode that increases mobility. This allows the killer to trail behind survivors and zoom around the map effectively.
- The killer can stun survivors, freeze them in place, and perform a bite attack. Additionally, the killer has a dash combo and can hit survivors from unexpected angles and through walls.
- The killer possesses tentacles that enable grapple mechanics and the ability to grab survivors. This unique ability includes jumping through windows and using tentacles to interact with survivors.
- Kaneki, as a killer, has unique movement abilities and strong mechanics. His abilities are well-designed and make his gameplay interesting and fun to use.
- The killer is considered strong and easy to play, with some players finding the killer to be overpowered or busted. This makes the killer accessible yet powerful in gameplay.
Performance:
- Players have reported internet errors and latency problems, which may be related to ping issues.
- There are mentions of underlying code issues affecting the game.
Recommendations:
- Recommendations vary from buying on sale to avoiding purchase due to various reasons such as bugs or personal preferences.
- Suggestions include adding post-leap slowdown and reducing leap range to improve gameplay balance.
Miscellaneous:
- Reviewers have raised concerns about the game's DLC and pay-to-win mechanics, suggesting these aspects are problematic.
- Some reviewers appreciate the inclusion of their favorite anime character in the game, which adds to their enjoyment.
- Certain reviewers express regret over buying the game, indicating dissatisfaction with their purchase.
- There are mentions of the game being received as a gift, which might influence the reviewer's perspective.
