Dead by Daylight is known to bring a wide variety of popular and iconic characters into the Fog, such as Michael Myers, Albert Wesker, and Pyramid Head, to name a few. So, when Nicholas Cage was announced, fans were surprised and excited. Rather than featuring a character from one of his movies, like the frequently requested Ghost Rider, Cage is an original survivor in the game who portrays himself.
He’s already available to play in the PTB since July 5, 2023, which is unfortunately only available for Steam players. So, for those curious about his gameplay, lore, perks, and when he will be released publicly, here’s everything you need to know about Nicholas Cage in Dead by Daylight.
When Will Nicholas Cage be Released in Dead by Daylight?
The Dead by Daylight: Nicholas Cage Chapter will be released on July 25, 2023. Meanwhile, the Dead by Daylight: Nicolas Cage Chapter Pack will also be available at the same time on Steam, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Epic Games Store, Windows Store, and Nintendo Switch.
Nicholas Cage’s Lore
Nicholas Cage’s role in the game doesn’t stray too far from his Hollywood actor background. In the game, Cage was summoned by The Entity when he was filming for a film called Descend Beyond, which is interestingly, the name of DBD’s previous chapter. As he sets foot in The Entity’s mysterious and dark realm, he must now fight for his life to escape.
Nicholas Cage’s Perks
Perk 1 - Dramaturgy
Activates while you are healthy. While running, press the Active Ability Button 2 to run with knees high for 0.5 seconds and then gain 25% Haste for 2 seconds, followed by an unknown effect (one of the following).
- Exposed for 12 seconds;
- Gain 25% Haste for 2 seconds;
- Scream, but nothing happens;
- Gain a random rare item in hand with random add-ons and drop any held item.
The same effect cannot happen twice in a row. Causes exhaustion for 60/50/40 seconds. Can’t be used while exhausted.
Perk 2 - Scene Partner
Activates when you are in the Killer’s Terror Radius. Whenever you look at the Killer, scream, then see the Killer’s aura for 3/4/5 seconds. There is a chance you will scream again, if you do, you will see the Killer’s aura for an additional 2 seconds. Scene Partner then goes on cool-down for 60 seconds.
Perk 3 - Plot Twist
Activates when you are injured. Press the Active Ability Button 2 while crouched and motionless to silently enter the dying state. When using Plot Twist to enter the dying state, you leave no blood pools, make no noise, and you can fully recover from the dying state. When you recover by yourself using Plot Twist, you are fully healed instantly and you gain 50% Haste for 2/3/4 seconds. This perk deactivates if you recover by yourself by any means. The perk re-activates when the exit gates are powered.
Nicholas Cage’s Trailer in Dead by Daylight
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