For years, fans of Dead by Daylight have eagerly awaited the chance to see horror icon Jason Voorhees stalk the Fog. While Behaviour Interactive has yet to officially confirm his arrival in the game, recent developments have turned long-standing speculation into tangible excitement.
Jason Arrives in Fortnite
Rumors that Jason would appear in Dead by Daylight first gained traction in 2024. Now, the wait for licensing barriers seems to be paying off—Jason officially arrived in Fortnite in October 2025 as part of a Halloween event. While this isn’t directly related to Dead by Daylight, it marks a major milestone: the first time Jason appeared in a video game outside the original franchise’s complicated legal entanglements. This successful licensing deal with Epic Games signals that the hurdles preventing Jason’s wider inclusion in games may finally be easing, giving hope to DBD fans that Behaviour Interactive could follow suit.
Dead by Daylight’s 10th Anniversary Sparks New Rumors
Adding fuel to the fire, new rumors have emerged around Dead by Daylight’s 10th anniversary. Early promotional images for the milestone celebration appear to reference a masked, hockey-helmet-wearing figure, evoking Jason’s unmistakable silhouette. While nothing has been confirmed, fans are speculating that this could hint at a Year 11 chapter featuring the legendary slasher—potentially bringing a “Crystal Lake” map and solo killer experience to the Fog.
According to the leaked information, the Jason project has been in steady development under Jason Universe since July 2024. Behaviour Interactive is said to have pushed for a faster turnaround than usual, potentially targeting a release sometime next year rather than following a longer production timeline. The original pitch reportedly included a Killer-only release, accompanied by themed Survivor cosmetics rather than a fully licensed chapter. However, sources indicate that the scope of the collaboration may have changed or expanded over time as development progressed.
A History of Licensing Trouble
The road to getting Jason Voorhees into Dead by Daylight has always been complicated. In past interviews, Dead by Daylight’s Head of Partnerships, Mathieu Côté, acknowledged that Jason is one of the most difficult licenses to acquire. In June 2025, he told YouTuber Sawpalin that the probability of seeing Jason in the Fog is “greater than 0%,” but emphasized that the license is “very, very delicate,” due to ongoing disputes over ownership. “Every year, someone comes out saying, ‘No, no, it’s mine,’” Côté said, referring to the chaotic rights issues surrounding the Friday the 13th franchise. The situation has led Behaviour to question whether it’s even worth pursuing.
The Ideal Chapter: Crystal Lake and Jason Voorhees
Fans have long dreamed of a Friday the 13th chapter that brings Jason Voorhees to the Fog with a Crystal Lake map. A solo killer chapter focused solely on Jason, rather than including additional survivors, would make sense and offer something unique. And with the new 2v8 mode on the horizon, Jason could even be paired with his legendary rival, Freddy Krueger, in a nostalgic slasher team-up.
A Killer the Community Has Long Wanted
Jason has consistently been one of the most requested Killers in Dead by Daylight. Legal complications, rather than lack of interest, have been the main obstacle to his inclusion. With Epic Games successfully navigating the licensing process, the possibility of seeing Jason in the Fog seems closer than ever. Whether he debuts this year or is saved for Year 11, one thing is certain: fans are ready to welcome horror’s most infamous machete-wielding killer.
Stay tuned as Behaviour Interactive continues to celebrate Dead by Daylight’s 10th anniversary—there’s a growing sense that Jason Voorhees might finally step out of the shadows and into the game.
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