Beyond The Campfire: A Dead by Daylight Podcast

This episode explores Yui Kimura, the Japanese street racer who spent her entire life refusing to let anyone else decide her path - and ended up in the fog mid-race. Lemon tells Yui's story in full, from a traditional family she walked away from to build her own, through illegal street racing circuits, a terrifying encounter with a stalker, and the Sakura Seven - the group of women she helped...

This episode explores Kazan Yamaoka - the Oni - one of Dead by Daylight's most lore-rich killers and the fearsome ancestor whose legacy echoes all the way through to the Spirit. Lemon digs deep into Kazan's story, from a proud samurai lineage he was desperate to protect, to the brutal crusade against false samurai that slowly transformed him into the very monster people named him. The epis...

This episode wraps up the Stranger Things chapter with Beyond The Campfire's first ever double episode, covering Nancy Wheeler and Steve Harrington - the two survivors who entered the fog together, which was itself a first in Dead by Daylight history. Lemon tells the story of how two Hawkins heroes ended up in the entity's realm, lured separately to the same location with no idea the other...

This episode explores the Demogorgon - the faceless, portal-hopping creature from Stranger Things and one of Dead by Daylight's most beloved licensed killers. Lemon digs into the lore of the Mind Flayer's terrifying foot soldier, its origins in the Upside Down, and the unique position it holds in the game as a character with no traditional backstory but a huge amount of personality on the...

This episode explores Ash Williams - the chainsaw-handed, boomstick-toting S-Mart employee from the Evil Dead franchise - one of Dead by Daylight's most beloved and historically significant licensed survivors. Lemon digs into Ash's story across the Evil Dead films and Ash vs Evil Dead, from his first terrifying encounter with the Necronomicon in a remote cabin to thirty years of being knoc...

This episode dives into the Ghost Face - or more accurately, the man behind the mask: Danny Johnson, a journalist with a habit of moving from town to town, leaving a trail of bodies and writing about them for his own twisted amusement. Lemon unpacks his surprisingly rich lore, covers what makes the Ghost Face mask a unique licensing situation in Dead by Daylight, and explores how Danny's story...

This episode explores Jane Romero, Lemon's personal main and her only P100 survivor in Dead by Daylight. Lemon digs into Jane's backstory as a driven, determined TV personality who clawed her way to success in the public eye before the entity took her, and covers the fascinating cultural threads woven into her character - including her chapter connection to the Plague and the nod to horror...

This milestone thirtieth episode explores Adiris -- the Plague -- one of Dead by Daylight's most complex and divisive killers. Lemon digs into her haunting backstory as a high priestess from ancient Babylon, a devoted servant of her god who was stripped of everything -- her status, her health, her faith -- before the entity came for her. Dogbomb then breaks down her power Vile Purge and Corrup...

This episode explores Jeff Johansen, the big-hearted, heavy metal-loving artist from Ormond, Alberta. Lemon digs into Jeff's surprisingly touching backstory, from a lonely, anxious kid who found solace in vinyl records and dark album artwork, to the moment his art caught the eye of a local gang and he painted the very mural that gave the Legion their name. It's the first time in Dead by Da...

This episode covers the Legion - Frank, Susie, Joey, and Julie - one of Dead by Daylight's most chaotic and unusual killers. Lemon digs into the lore of this group of disaffected teenagers whose thirst for belonging and excitement led them somewhere far darker than they ever intended, and explores how their story connects to the wider Dead by Daylight universe. Dogbomb then breaks down their p...

This episode explores Adam Francis, one of Dead by Daylight's most quietly compelling survivors - a Jamaican-born literature teacher who built a new life for himself in Kagoshima, Japan, only to be snatched into the fog during a train crash while shielding a stranger from harm. Lemon digs into his backstory, from a childhood shaped by loss and a strict but loving uncle, to the years of hard wo...

This episode explores Rin Yamaoka -- the Spirit -- one of Dead by Daylight's most iconic and feared killers. Lemon digs deep into Rin's tragic backstory, from a bullied young girl carrying a silent rage she barely understands, to the devastating night her father took everything from her and the entity came calling. Dogbomb then covers her power, Phase Walk, her perks -- Haunted Ground, Ran...

This episode explores Kate Denson, the folk-country musician survivor from Dead by Daylight — her surprisingly resilient backstory, how a mysterious melody lured her into the fog, and what makes her one of the most unique survivors in the game. Dogbomb then covers her perks: Boil Over, Dance With Me, and the ever-useful Windows of Opportunity, plus build suggestions for new and experienced players...

This bonus episode covers the huge wave of news from Dead by Daylight's tenth anniversary livestream, including the long-awaited reveal of Art the Clown from Terrifier, new licensed content from Scooby-Doo, The Walking Dead, Diablo IV, Silent Hill and Iron Maiden, a graphics and audio overhaul, two new game modes (a 4v1 zombie horde mode and a competitive 1v1 mode), a sandbox creation tool, fi...

This episode explores the character of Jeffrey "The Clown" Hawk from Dead by Daylight, delving into his disturbing origins, his power mechanics — including his signature Afterpiece Tonic and Antidote bottles — his perks (Bamboozle, Coulrophobia, and Pop Goes the Weasel), and what separates a novice clown from a truly terrifying one. The episode also covers the latest Dead by Daylight new...

This episode explores the lore and mechanics of Detective David Tapp from Dead by Daylight, connecting it with the Saw movie universe. We discuss his character, perks, and the psychological depth that makes him a compelling survivor, along with community insights and upcoming anniversary celebrations. Find AceofTwitch at: https://www.twitch.tv/aceoftwitch Find more of us at: https://beyondcampfire...

This episode explores the character of Amanda Young - The Pig - from the Saw franchise in Dead by Daylight, analyzing her motivations, power mechanics, perks, and her evolution from a victim to a killer. It also discusses gameplay strategies, community insights, and upcoming content. Find Mashu at: https://twitch.tv/mashu_x Find us at http://beyondcampfire.com/

This episode explores the character Quentin Smith from Dead by Daylight, delving into his lore, perks, gameplay strategies, and the creative community surrounding the game. It offers insights into game design, character development, and player support tactics. Find Libbie Rose at: https://www.twitch.tv/libbierose_ Find us at: https://beyondcampfire.com/

To skip the issues highlighted by this weeks CONTENT WARNING - skip ahead to 27:50 In this episode of Beyond the Campfire, hosts Dogbomb and Lemon dive into the lore and backstory of Freddy Krueger in Dead by Daylight, discuss the inclusion of flawed survivors, and share community comments and gaming updates. Find DiscoDH75 at: https://www.twitch.tv/DiscoDH75 Find us at https://beyondcampfire.com/

This episode explores the rich history and perks of William Overbeck, aka Bill, from Dead by Daylight, his origins in Left 4 Dead, and upcoming game updates and characters. We also discuss community questions, game strategies, and creator highlights. PTB 9.6.0 Patch Notes: https://www.reddit.com/r/deadbydaylight/comments/1sexmeu/960_ptb_patch_notes/ Horrorcon Q&A: https://x.com/DeadbyDaylight/...

This episode explores the character Bubba, aka Leatherface, from Dead by Daylight, delving into his background, movie inspirations, gameplay mechanics, and community insights. Join us for an in-depth analysis of his lore, perks, and strategies, along with community stories and upcoming updates. Find MurderMitttens at https://www.twitch.tv/murdermitttens Find us at https://beyondcampfire.com/

This episode explores the character of David King in Dead by Daylight, delving into his backstory, personality, perks, and representation as the first LGBTQ character in the game. Hosted by Dogbomb and Lemon, it offers insights into game mechanics, character design, and community engagement. Play DBDle at: https://dbdle.net/ Follow The King at: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKingGaming Find US at: ht...

This episode explores the lore, gameplay, and strategies of the Huntress in Dead by Daylight, including her backstory, perks, and playstyle tips. Plus, community updates and upcoming content insights. Follow Chaotic Neutral 9 at: https://www.twitch.tv/chaotic_neutral_9 Find us at https://beyondcampfire.com/

In this episode Dogbomb and Lemon do a deep dive into the character Feng Min from Dead by Daylight, exploring her backstory, gameplay strategies, and perks. We also discuss upcoming game updates, community highlights, and personal gaming experiences. Follow Ayrun at https://www.youtube.com/AyrunFind us at https://beyondcampfire.com/

In this episode Dogbomb and Lemon explore the lore, mechanics, and strategies of the Doctor, Herman Carter, a complex killer in Dead by Daylight. We delve into his backstory, gameplay mechanics, perks, and how to effectively play against him. Grimoire Deep Dive Post: https://x.com/DeadbyDaylight/status/2028947419988148425 Follow Bowiehair at https://linktr.ee/bowiehair Find us at https://beyondcam...