Dead by Daylight keeps its roster fresh with new killers throughout the year. Every new chapter changes the meta, forces survivors to learn new counters, and gives killer mains a fresh power to master. That is why the question of who the newest killer is comes up so often.
This guide covers the DBD New Killer situation right now: the most recent killer in the game and the one arriving next. For a full breakdown of the current newest killer, our guide to The Judgment goes even deeper into its power.
So, who is the DBD New Killer? The newest killer in the game is The Judgment, an original killer from the Chorus of Sin chapter, released on August 25. Next up is Art the Clown from Terrifier, who enters the PC Public Test Build on October 27, with the full release planned for November.
DBD New Killer: The Judgment
The Judgment is an original killer created by Behaviour Interactive. It arrived as the 44th killer in the game.Quick facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Chapter | Chorus of Sin |
| Release date | August 25 |
| Power | Will of the Gods |
| Special ability | Divine Light |
| Movement speed | 110% (4.4 m/s) |
| Terror radius | 32 meters |
| Height | Tall |
Lore in brief
The Judgment belongs to the Celestial Echelon, a group that enforces divine punishment. When the people of Terra Primus tried to reach godhood, it destroyed their cities with divine light, starting a long apocalypse. Its followers, the Arbiters, preach the punishment of heresy, which ties directly into how its power works in a trial.How The Judgment's power works
The Judgment's power, Will of the Gods, revolves around a column of Divine Light and a status called Heresy.Divine Light step by step
- Hold the Power button: A column of Divine Light appears and moves in the direction you face.
- Steer the column: Guide it toward a survivor.
- Press Attack: The column casts forward after a brief delay.
- Hit a survivor: They take damage and gain Heresy.
- Wait for the cooldown: The column goes on a 6-second cooldown after casting, cancelling, or failing to cast within 3 seconds.
Heresy, Exile, and Zealous
- Heresy: Survivors gain it when hit by Divine Light or when they taunt The Judgment.
- Generator penalty: Good skill checks by Heretics cause a small regression on the generator.
- Exile: Heretics in the dying state can be sent to the Exile, where they face hazards called Seeds of Punishment.
- Zealous: Sending a survivor to the Exile activates Zealous for 60 seconds, which enhances Divine Light.
The Judgment's perks
Like every killer, The Judgment brings three unique perks. Once you reach the right level, they can be taught to other killers.Unique perks
- Celestial Witness: Periodically reveals the Obsession's aura when they are far away. Otherwise, the farthest survivor becomes the Obsession.
- Hex: Under Your Thumb: Activates on a Dull Totem when a survivor is hooked, limits how much Haste running survivors can stack, and reveals survivors who gain Haste nearby.
- Lay Waste: Damaging a generator makes it regress faster based on its charges, on a cooldown.
How to use them
Hex: Under Your Thumb is a strong pick against teams that rely on speed boosts to escape chases. Meanwhile, Lay Waste rewards killers who kick generators often. In addition, Celestial Witness gives steady tracking information, which helps you plan your next chase across the map.Playing as and against The Judgment
Because the power is built around Heresy, both sides need a plan. Killers want to spread it, while survivors want to avoid it.Tips for killers
- Steer before you cast: Take a moment to line up Divine Light instead of firing instantly.
- Spread Heresy early: More Heretics means more generator regression and more Exile options.
- Use Zealous windows: After sending someone to the Exile, push aggressively while Divine Light is enhanced.
- Respect the cooldown: Failing to cast in time costs 6 seconds, so commit when you hold the power.
Tips for survivors
Break line of sight when you see the column moving toward you, since Divine Light follows the direction the killer faces. Tall walls and loops with good cover help a lot. In addition, avoid taunting, because it gives you Heresy for free. If you are already a Heretic, be extra careful with skill checks on generators.The next DBD New Killer: Art the Clown
Art the Clown from the Terrifier films is the next killer on the way. Behaviour revealed the chapter during the 10th anniversary broadcast in June.What is confirmed
- Chapter: Terrifier, a licensed chapter.
- Public Test Build: Starts October 27 on PC.
- Full release: Officially planned for November.
- Roster position: Art will be the 45th killer.
What is not confirmed yet
Art's power and perks had not been revealed at the time of writing. The PTB exists to test them, so details may change before launch. Some reports mention specific November dates, but Behaviour has only confirmed the month. Therefore, treat any exact day as unofficial until the studio announces it.Recent DBD killers in order
Looking at recent additions helps you see how the roster has grown. Here are the latest killers before Art.Latest killers
- The Judgment: Original killer from Chorus of Sin.
- The Slasher: Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th.
- The First: Henry Creel from Stranger Things Chapter 2.
- The Krasue: Original killer from Sinister Grace.
What else is coming
Before Art arrives, the Haunted by Daylight event starts on October 13, followed by a Diablo collection on October 20. Then, a Stranger Things crossover event called Lights Out is set for November 5. Consequently, the next few weeks are packed for both killer and survivor mains, with plenty of new content to explore.Pro Tips: DBD New Killer
- Join the PTB: PC players can test Art early and learn the power before release.
- Read the patch notes: New killers often change after PTB feedback.
- Learn counters early: Survivors who understand a new power win more chases.
- Try perks on other killers: New perks can strengthen your existing builds.
Common Mistakes with new killers
- Trusting leaked dates: They can change. Fix: wait for official announcements.
- Judging a killer by the PTB: Powers often change before launch. Fix: retest after release.
- Taunting The Judgment: It gives you Heresy. Fix: avoid taunting near it.
- Ignoring new perks: They can change matchups. Fix: read every perk when a chapter drops.
FAQ: DBD New Killer
Who is the newest DBD killer?
The Judgment from the Chorus of Sin chapter, released on August 25.When does Art the Clown come to DBD?
The PC Public Test Build starts October 27, and the full release is planned for November.How many killers are in DBD?
There are 44 killers, and Art the Clown will be the 45th.Can I play Art the Clown on console during the PTB?
No. Public Test Builds are available on PC, so console players must wait for the full release.Why your connection matters with every DBD New Killer
New killers bring new mechanics, and learning them is hard enough without lag. In Dead by Daylight, a delay can decide a chase.How lag affects trials
- Missed hits: Attacks land too late as killer.
- Unfair downs: Survivors get hit after vaulting a window.
- Failed skill checks: Input delay costs generator progress.
- Disconnections: You lose the match and progress.
How ExitLag helps
ExitLag is a connection optimizer for online games that finds the fastest and most stable route to the Dead by Daylight servers. Its Multipath Technology sends data through several routes at once, so if one becomes unstable, the others keep you connected. As a result, every swing, vault, and skill check responds on time. To get started, download the ExitLag app, search for Dead by Daylight, select your region, and apply the routes.DBD New Killer: final thoughts
The Judgment brought a new kind of pressure to trials, and Art the Clown is next. Learn the newest powers early and you will stay ahead in every match.
Key takeaways
- The Judgment is the newest killer, from Chorus of Sin.
- Its power, Will of the Gods, uses Divine Light and Heresy.
- Art the Clown enters the PC PTB on October 27.
- Art's full release is planned for November.
