Dead by Daylight is tossing both Springtrap from Five Nights at Freddy’s and Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher into the Fog for its 9th anniversary, clearly banking on chaos and fan celebrations. This crossover isn’t just a wild marketing stunt—it draws huge horror and fantasy crowds with iconic killers, witty voiceovers, and plenty of game-changing easter eggs. Developers want players talking, screaming, and customizing—and maybe even wondering who’s next to walk through those bloodstained doors. Stick around to see what horrors (or heroes) await.
Crossovers—sometimes they’re just marketing hype, but sometimes they actually deliver. In the case of Dead by Daylight‘s latest anniversary event, Behaviour Interactive seems determined to go all in. As part of the game’s 9th birthday bash, they announced a crossover that nobody really expected but, apparently, everyone wanted: Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza meets The Witcher’s monster hunter.
Let’s start with Springtrap, the infamous Five Nights at Freddy’s animatronic, who’s stepping out of the haunted pizzeria and into the Fog as the newest Killer. Fans begged for FNAF content for years, and now, with Springtrap as the first playable FNAF character in any game, their wish is granted. He’s got a Legendary Outfit and is even voiced by Matthew Lillard—yes, that Matthew Lillard. If that’s not fan service, what is? Dead by Daylight’s quality of life updates have also been announced, showing the developers’ commitment to ongoing player feedback and making the game smoother for everyone.
Of course, what’s a killer without somewhere spooky to stalk their prey? The new Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza map promises plenty of easter eggs and little surprises for eagle-eyed FNAF devotees. Expect a lot of nods to the original game—maybe even a jump scare or two, because why not keep players on their toes? This chapter will mark the game’s ninth anniversary, a milestone that highlights Dead by Daylight’s enduring popularity among horror fans.
Then, in a twist that few saw coming, Geralt of Rivia, the grizzled Witcher himself, joins the survivor roster. He arrives with unique lobby animations, fresh lines recorded by Doug Cockle, and several Witcher-themed skins for that extra touch of monster-hunting style. The addition of this renowned character demonstrates how vibrant communities form around live service games through continual character updates and crossover events.
It’s a crossover that’s as unexpected as it is intriguing—are we hunting monsters or just trying to avoid getting stuffed into a suit?
This collaboration isn’t just about fan service, though. It’s a savvy marketing move, drawing both FNAF and Witcher fans into Dead by Daylight’s ever-expanding world.
With new customization options, increased visibility, and the promise of more surprises, the anniversary event achieves what crossovers should: getting people talking, playing, and maybe, just maybe, screaming a little.