Info about Dead by Daylight - The Saw® Chapter: Official game description: The _**Saw Chapter**_ is a brand new Chapter for Dead by Daylight. Life is the most precious thing we have. A gift we are given, but a gift some squander. We need to be alive, not just exist. This is where The Pig steps in - a teacher that provides those selected with an opportunity to appreciate life yet again. To fight for our own survival, or simply let go and die. David Tapp thinks otherwise. He believes that everyone is free to live their own life, without the threat of death in the shape of a trap. A seasoned detective that seeks The Pig - a search that brings him to the Gideon Meat Plant. **Puzzle me this** They say that it’s good for the human race to solve puzzles, to make use of our highly developed brain. To get some of that “positive stress”. But there’s a limit. A lethal limit where blood gets involved and we create memories of something we rather forget. The Pig is the puzzlemaster, and we are the test subjects. The _**Saw Chapter**_ is a Chapter for Dead by Daylight. It includes a new Killer, a Survivor and a Map. The Pig ------- The Pig is a disciple of a mastermind known to the world as Jigsaw. In both The Pig and Jigsaw’s minds, they believe they are doing something necessary. Something that’ll make those placed inside their devious contraptions see life for what it really is once again. There are, of course, some sacrifices one must be willing to make, if one is to survive the “lesson”. Good luck… **Killer Power - The Pig: Jigsaw's Baptism** Forever devoted to her master's cause, she punishes the ungrateful and the guilty with slyness and murderous puzzles. The Pig can move stealthily, dash in ambush attacks and put Reverse Bear Traps on Survivors' heads. Press the Active Ability button to assume a crouching position. While crouching: · The Pig has no Terror Radius. · Hold the Attack button to dash in an ambush attack. Start the trial with 4 Reverse Bear Traps: · Reverse Bear Traps are put on Dying Survivors. · Revere Bear Traps automatically sacrifice the survivor when they trigger. · Reverse Bear Traps trigger automatically beyond the Exit Gates. · Reverse Bear Traps trigger once the timer runs out. · Reverse Bear Traps’ timers start when a generator is completed. · Survivors can free themselves from Reverse Bear Traps by searching Jigsaw Boxes, located around the map, and finding the correct key. The Pig comes with **3 new perks.** The focus of The Pig’s Perks is on pain and torture. A Hook is not that easy to flee from and all Survivors will be seriously tested when it comes to Skill Checks. Hangman's Trick --------------- Your ingenious modifications to Hooks prevent tampering and permanent damage. Hooks destroyed by sabotage or sacrifices repair after a short moment. Gain a notification when someone starts Sabotaging the Hooks. Surveillance ------------ Unlocks potential in one's Aura reading ability. The last regressing generators' Auras are revealed to you. Make your Choice ---------------- When a survivor rescues another from a hook at least 48/40/32 meters away from you, Make your Choicetriggers and applies the Exposed Status Effect on the rescuer for 60 sec. Make your choice has a cooldown of 60 seconds. The Detective ------------- David Tapp is one of the few good guys left. Someone who actually seeks justice. After years of wearing the shield, he caught the most horrendous case yet. A fiendish being that reserved the right to unleash torture upon the world as it was considered “needed”. A frantic chase began, making David end up at the Realm of the Entity where the search never ends. David Tapp comes with **3 new Perks.** Tenacity -------- There is nothing stopping you. Your ferocious tenacity in dire situations allows you to crawl faster and recover at the same time. Detective’s Hunch ----------------- Unlocks potential in one's Aura reading ability. When completing a Generator, the Auras of Generators, Chests and Totems within range are revealed to you for 3 seconds. If you are holding a Map that can track objectives, objectives revealed by Detective's Hunch are added to the map. Stake Out --------- Getting close to the Killer fills you with determination. When standing within the Killer Terror Radius for some time and not in a Chase, you gain a Token up to a maximum. When Stake Out has at least 1 Token, Good Skill Checks are considered Great Skill Checks and consume 1 Token. **The Abattoir** ---------------- The Gideon Meat Plant is no longer a place of death designed for animals. Its focus has shifted towards the human race. You can still sense a scent of blood mixed with rust and fear. Thousands upon thousands of animals have met their end at this place, but those humans who enter the premises are not supposed to die. They are meant to survive and learn. But the majority of those who participate will fail. Release date: Jan 23, 2018 Categories: Asymmetrical Multiplayer, Survival Horror, Stealth Gameplay, Puzzle Solving, Character Progression, Horde Combat - Hardware Profile: No data Feature extractions: - Community Price: No data - Playtime Metrics: No data - Time-to-fun: No data - Player Archetypes: No data Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Pig's stealth and traps (weight 0.97): The Pig is praised for her stealth abilities, including hiding her terror radius and ambushing survivors, as well as her unique reverse bear traps that add pressure and slow down generator repairs. - Detective Tapp's useful perks (weight 0.54): Detective Tapp is noted for having very useful and interesting perks that are good for various builds, including slugging and generator repair strategies. - General fun gameplay (weight 0.34): Players enjoy the overall gameplay, finding it fun and engaging, with various killers and mechanics that add to the enjoyment. - The Game map dynamics (weight 0.18): The new map 'The Game' adds interesting and unique dynamics to gameplay, significantly changing up the gameplay experience. - Gideon Meat Plant map (weight 0.16): The Gideon Meat Plant map is well-designed and provides a decent challenge, making it a favorite among players for its atmosphere and layout. - Positive DLC feedback (weight 0.08): The DLC characters and perks are well-received, with players appreciating the new content and its execution. - French feedback on Pig (weight 0.06): Feedback in French describes the Pig as an interesting killer with unique characteristics and movements. Common complaints: - Traps are ineffective (weight 0.56): Traps are frequently mentioned as useless and easily countered by survivors. They can be quickly removed and are often rendered ineffective. - Pig's weaknesses and nerfs (weight 0.32): Pig is considered a weak killer with lackluster perks and abilities. Players also note that Pig has been subtly or heavily nerfed over time. - Map design flaws (weight 0.19): The map is criticized for having too many pallets, making it unsafe and unbalanced. This design issue affects gameplay negatively. - Developer balancing issues (weight 0.14): Players criticize the developers for poor balancing and a lack of understanding of their own game. This leads to frustration and a sense of incompetence. - Bloodpoints and bugs (weight 0.13): The killer earns fewer bloodpoints compared to other killers. Additionally, there are several bugs introduced with the DLC, affecting gameplay. - Killer's ability frustrations (weight 0.09): The new killer's ability can be frustrating and lead to increased death rates if unlucky. This adds to the overall dissatisfaction with the killer's effectiveness. - Game balance and design (weight 0.09): There are significant issues with game balance and map design, leading to an unsatisfactory gaming experience. Gameplay feedback: - Reverse bear traps mechanics (weight 0.77): The Pig can place reverse bear traps on survivors, which activate after generators are powered. These traps slow down generator repairs and add an additional challenge, forcing survivors to spend time removing them. - Stealth mechanics and visibility issues (weight 0.36): The killer's stealth mechanics, including the lack of red light and heartbeat when in stealth mode, can create visibility issues. This affects gameplay and can make the ambush ability less effective. - Character balance and abilities (weight 0.21): The review discusses character balance and abilities, including the unique powers and mechanics of different killers and survivors. This affects the overall gameplay and strategy. - Generator-based gameplay (weight 0.09): The gameplay revolves around generators, with perks and mechanics that affect generator repairs and progress. This includes the impact of traps and other abilities on generator-based objectives. Performance notes: - Bugs and performance issues (weight 0.11): The DLC introduced several bugs and performance issues, leading to a poor gaming experience. Players have reported various bugs affecting gameplay. - Matchmaking system problems (weight 0.06): Players are experiencing issues with the matchmaking system, which affects their ability to find and join games smoothly. - New killer ability sound bug (weight 0.06): There is a specific bug related to the sound of the new killer's ability, which has been noted by players as disruptive or not functioning correctly. Recommendations: - DLC widely recommended (weight 0.46): Many reviewers recommend purchasing the DLC for its creative and exciting additions, even for those who are not fans of the Saw franchise. Some suggest buying it on sale or only if you are a fan of the original work. - Balancing and buffing needed (weight 0.17): Several reviews mention that the killer needs specific changes to balance its traps and ambush abilities. Some reviewers suggest increasing the number of reverse bear traps and buffing the killer overall. - Good for stealth and strategy (weight 0.17): The DLC is recommended for players who enjoy stealth, tension, and strategic gameplay. It is also noted for providing a decent killer and survivor. - Mixed recommendations on purchase (weight 0.16): Some reviewers consider purchasing the DLC but are not entirely sure about its value. Others mention it is worth the full price or recommend it only for playing with friends. Other player notes: No miscpoints Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.27): Players are frustrated due to the perceived nerfing of the character's abilities, making them ineffective. The balancing approach by developers, particularly with Pig's traps and abilities, is seen as flawed and inconsistent. Additionally, bugs and game balance issues, such as the family sharing bug and the ineffectiveness of traps, contribute to this frustration. - Enjoyment (weight 0.25): Players enjoy the unique and fun gameplay mechanics of the killer, particularly Pig's traps and abilities. The strategic depth and complexity of the killer's abilities, as well as the effectiveness of certain strategies, contribute to a positive gaming experience. - Excitement (weight 0.21): The high personality and strategic gameplay mechanics of the killer generate excitement among players. The unique abilities and positive experiences with the new killer and map, along with the adaptation of favorite horror movie elements, add to the thrill. - Disappointment (weight 0.11): Players feel disappointed due to the killer's perceived weakness and ineffectiveness in the current meta. The lack of a legendary musical theme and the ineffectiveness of traps and survivor perks also contribute to this sentiment. - Satisfaction (weight 0.04): Players are satisfied with the enjoyable experience provided by the killer and the map. The effective perks, builds, and detailed analysis of characters and their abilities enhance the overall gaming experience. - Joy (weight 0.04): The fun gameplay mechanics of the killer, particularly the use of traps, bring joy to players. The enjoyable experiences with Pig and Detective Tapp, along with the cute aspects of the pigs, contribute to this positive emotion. - Love (weight 0.03): Players express love for the Saw Chapter DLC and the experience of playing the character. The unique and engaging aspects of the DLC and the character's design foster this strong affection. - Anger (weight 0.03): Toxicity and unbalanced gameplay, along with the removal of the advantage of reverse bear traps, cause anger among players. The developers' response to criticism and the perceived lack of understanding of game balance issues further fuel this emotion. - Fear (weight 0.01): Pigface's speed and trap mechanics instill a sense of fear in players. The unpredictable and challenging nature of these mechanics contributes to this emotional response. - Confusion (weight 0.01): Players are confused about the ambush score mechanics. The lack of clarity and understanding of how these mechanics work leads to this confusion.}