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Behaviour Interactive Teases 2SLGBTQ+ 'Dead by Daylight' Character

— April 28, 2022 — Tech
Behaviour Interactive has revealed more lore in anticipation of the survival game’s first 2SLGBTQ+ character. Dead By Daylight’s 11th Tome in the Archives: Devotion series shed some light on the story of character David King, an already-playable character in the game. The new 11th Tome will allow fans to uncover memories of David King, revealing them to be the game’s first 2SLGBTQ+ character.

Behaviour Interactive attributes part of its success to its large 2SLGBTQ+ fan base, writing in a press release: “Many fans have longed for more representation within the game and expressed the need to identify with their favorite characters and they will be thrilled to dig through the 11th Tome of the game’s Archives: Devotion. Available on April 28, the new Tome will uncover memories of The Twins as well as Survivor David King, revealing his struggle to come to terms with his homosexuality.”

The new tome also includes new narrative content, outfits, and collections. Tome 11: Devotion will be available on Dead by Daylight tomorrow, April 28, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, Stadia, and PC.

Image Credit: Behaviour Interactive
Trend Themes
1. Diversity and Representation in Video Games - As more players seek characters that reflect their backgrounds and identities, there is an opportunity for game developers to create inclusive video games with diverse characters.
2. 2SLGBTQ+ Inclusion in Gaming - With Behavior Interactive's inclusion of a 2SLGBTQ+ character in Dead by Daylight, there is an opportunity for other gaming companies to create more inclusive games that represent different sexual orientations and gender identities.
3. Narrative-driven Video Games - By including new narrative content, outfits, and collections in each Tome, Behavior Interactive has an opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for storytelling in video games.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Development - There is an opportunity for video game developers to create inclusive content that represents diverse backgrounds and identities and appeals to a wide range of players.
2. LGBTQ+ Representation in Entertainment - With the inclusion of a 2SLGBTQ+ character in Dead by Daylight, there is an opportunity for the entertainment industry, specifically the gaming industry, to create more representation for different sexual orientations and gender identities.
3. Narrative-driven Marketing and Advertising - Companies can capitalize on the demand for storytelling and narrative-driven content by incorporating these elements into their marketing and advertising campaigns.
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