Dead by Daylight: Stranger Things Chapter 2 Collab Returns with New Killer "Vecna"
Behaviour Interactive is dropping the second Stranger Things collab for Dead by Daylight—"Dead by Daylight: Stranger Things Chapter 2"—on January 27, 2026. The PTB (Public Test Build) for PC (Steam) went live today (January 7).
After a six-year wait, this new chapter brings Eleven and Dustin Henderson as survivors, plus the Stranger Things villain Vecna as the killer.
Vecna doesn’t just warp reality to summon weapons from the Upside Down—he can also phase into the ground, spawn creepy vines that curse survivors who cross them, and reappear to hex anyone in their path. The only hope? The eerie chimes of old clocks scattered across the map…
On the survivor side, Eleven and Dustin join the fight alongside Steve and Nancy, each with unique skills and a deep understanding of Vecna’s twisted powers. Plus, new legendary skins—Eddie Munson (Dustin) and Robin Buckley (Nancy)—add more flavor to the roster.
Dave Richard, Dead by Daylight’s Senior Creative Director, says: “When Stranger Things first hit DbD, it felt like a milestone. Now, seeing it return—evolved and deeper—is special. This collab isn’t just a tribute; it’s a celebration of nostalgia, mystery, and horror, bridging two worlds. Even with the series ending, we’re thrilled these characters get to keep adventuring in DbD.”
“Dead by Daylight: Stranger Things Chapter 2” is playable now on Steam (PTB) until January 27.
About Dead by Daylight Dead by Daylight is a 4v1 asymmetrical multiplayer horror game where four survivors must evade a relentless killer in a realm of terror. With over 60 million players worldwide, it’s become a hub for horror icons from TV, film, and gaming.