Dead by Daylight is Behaviour Interactive's asymmetric 4v1 horror game where one player controls a Killer hunting four Survivors who must repair generators and escape. With 35+ Killers from original characters to licensed icons (Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, Resident Evil's Nemesis), each with unique powers, and 40+ Survivors with unique perks, the game offers deep strategic gameplay. The core loop of chasing, looping, and generator pressure creates intense matches lasting 10-15 minutes.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Macmillan Estate
Key resources: Balanced map design, learning fundamentals Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Dead Hard upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Autohaven Wreckers
Key resources: Pallet-heavy maps, loop practice Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Dead Hard upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Coldwind Farm
Key resources: Stealth-heavy gameplay, vision management Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Dead Hard upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Haddonfield
Key resources: Strong Survivor loops, house-based gameplay Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Borrowed Time max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Raccoon City
Key resources: Indoor map experience, corridor-based chases Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Borrowed Time max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Macmillan Estate — Autohaven Wreckers)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on Dead Hard once accessible
Mid Game (Coldwind Farm)
- Push Dead Hard to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Borrowed Time
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Haddonfield — Raccoon City)
- Max out Borrowed Time — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment — Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials — Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear — Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Coldwind Farm farming — This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early — Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Run the Killer for 60+ seconds and you've won the chase — that's enough time for teammates to complete 1-2 generators while the Killer is occupied with you.
- Farm Coldwind Farm during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build — some classes farm faster in certain areas
More Dead by Daylight Guides
- Dead by Daylight Dead by Daylight Overview
- Dead by Daylight Best Builds
- Dead by Daylight Tier List
- Dead by Daylight Walkthrough
- Dead by Daylight Beginner's Guide
- Dead by Daylight Tips & Tricks
- Dead by Daylight Weapons Guide
- Dead by Daylight Combat Guide
- Dead by Daylight Boss Guide
- Dead by Daylight Maps & Locations
- Dead by Daylight Classes & Characters
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