The Predator franchise is experiencing a significant revival in 2025, with two major film releases on the horizon: the animated anthology Predator: Killer of Killers, premiering on Hulu and Disney+ on June 6, and the live-action feature Predator: Badlands, set for theatrical release on November 7. This resurgence has sparked rumors that the iconic extraterrestrial hunter may soon be stalking Survivors in Dead by Daylight.
A Strategic Timing for Collaboration
Dead by Daylight has a history of aligning its content releases with major media events. For instance, the addition of Leatherface coincided with the release of a new Texas Chainsaw Massacre film, and the inclusion of characters from Five Nights at Freddy’s aligned with the franchise’s latest game launch. Similarly, the Stranger Things chapter was introduced alongside a new season of the Netflix series. Given this pattern, the timing of the upcoming Predator films presents an opportune moment for a crossover.
Predator’s Gaming Presence
The Predator franchise has demonstrated a strong presence in the gaming industry. Predator: Hunting Grounds, an asymmetrical multiplayer shooter, was released in 2020 and later updated for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in 2024. Additionally, the Predator character was featured in Fortnite in 2021, indicating the license holders’ willingness to collaborate with popular games.
Hints from Previous Content
Speculation about Predator’s inclusion in Dead by Daylight isn’t new. When the Killer “The Skull Merchant” was introduced, many players noted similarities in design and abilities to the Predator, leading to theories about a potential future crossover. Further fueling these rumors, a skin for the Xenomorph in Dead by Daylight resembled the Grid Alien from the Alien vs. Predator series, suggesting possible licensing connections.
Who Could the Survivor Be?
According to the rumors, the Survivor of the chapter could be Thia, the co-protagonist of Predator: Badlands, played by Elle Fanning. Fanning is no stranger to the gaming world, as she will also appear in Death Stranding 2, making her a natural fit for a Dead by Daylight crossover. Bringing Thia into the Fog would connect the newest Predator film directly to the chapter’s narrative.
Potential Power and Perks Concept
Power: Thermal Hunt
Predator activates its cloaking device, becoming temporarily invisible and gaining increased movement speed. While cloaked, Predator can use thermal vision to track Survivor footprints and recently disturbed environments. Attacking or interacting with objects breaks the cloak.
Perk 1: Trophy Collector
Each time you hook a unique Survivor, gain a token. For each token, gain a slight increase in movement speed after unhooking events.
Perk 2: Advanced Tracking
Generators completed by Survivors are revealed to you for a short duration. Additionally, gain a brief aura reading of Survivors who complete a generator.
Perk 3: Hunter’s Instinct
After remaining undetected for a certain period, gain a temporary boost to lunge attacks, allowing you to cover more distance when striking.
The possibility of Predator joining Dead by Daylight becomes even more likely when considering that the rights holders are the same as Alien—Disney, through 20th Century Studios. Since Behaviour Interactive has already successfully collaborated with Disney to bring Alien into the game, it’s only logical to assume that Predator could follow soon after. With both franchises historically linked and often appearing together in media like Alien vs. Predator, and the licensing door already open, Predator’s arrival feels like a matter of when, not if.
While no official confirmation has been made regarding Predator’s addition to Dead by Daylight, the alignment of upcoming film releases, previous gaming collaborations, and in-game hints suggest that this crossover could be imminent. Fans eagerly await any announcements that may bring the iconic hunter into the Fog.
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