Matchmaking & Rank System — Dead by Daylight Guide

Understand Dead by Daylight's matchmaking and rank systems, including skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) and monthly rank resets.

Dead by Daylight uses a skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) system to pair players of similar skill levels. Your 'skill rating' is an invisible value that adjusts based on your performance in trials. The visible 'Rank' system (ranging from Ash IV to Iridescent I) is a separate progression system that resets monthly. While Rank doesn't directly influence matchmaking, achieving higher ranks grants more Bloodpoints at the end of the season. Focus on improving your gameplay rather than solely on rank, as SBMM aims to create balanced matches based on your actual performance metrics.