🟣 Dead by Daylight: Five Nights at Freddy’s – Springtrap Chapter Explained, Map, Powers, Lore & Everything You Need to Know (2025)

Dead by Daylight: Five Nights at Freddy’s – Springtrap Chapter Explained, Map, Powers, Lore & Everything You Need to Know (2025)
🎉 The most requested crossover in Dead by Daylight history is finally here: Five Nights at Freddy’s invades The Fog with Springtrap as the new killer, a terrifying Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria map, and gameplay mechanics inspired by FNAF’s unique horror style. Discover every detail, from lore to perks, map secrets, and why this chapter is already a horror gaming legend in 2025.
Epic Games: All About Springtrap in Dead by Daylight

🔥 Release Date, Price & Chapter Overview

📅 Release Date: June 17, 2025
💰 Price: $4.99 or 500 Auric Cells
🎮 Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch
🦾 Killer: Springtrap (The Animatronic, William Afton)
🏚️ Map: Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria
🕹️ Special Gameplay: Security Doors, Security Cameras, Jump Scare Mechanics
Feature Details
Chapter Name Five Nights at Freddy’s
Release Date June 17, 2025
Killer Springtrap (The Animatronic)
Map Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria
Price $4.99 / 500 Auric Cells
Special Features Security Doors, Security Cameras, Jump Scare Power, Map Queue
Survivor Rumored: Michael Afton (not confirmed as of release)

🟢 Why Fans Wanted This Crossover: FNAF x DBD Hype & History

💡 Five Nights at Freddy’s has topped “most wanted Dead by Daylight crossover” polls for years, with over 13,000 fans voting for it as their dream DLC. The FNAF fandom’s passion and the cultural impact of animatronic horror made this collaboration inevitable. DBD’s museum of horror icons now includes the most infamous bunny in gaming.
  • FNAF’s lore, jumpscares, and animatronics are legendary in horror gaming.
  • Springtrap is the ultimate villain—grotesque, tragic, and terrifying.
  • Both franchises are known for deep lore, community theories, and viral content.
  • DBD’s history of crossovers (Resident Evil, Silent Hill, Alien, Castlevania) set the stage for this chapter.
Reddit: FNAF Tops Most Wanted DBD Crossover Poll

🟠 Springtrap: Killer Powers, Perks & Lore

👹 Springtrap (William Afton) is the new Killer, known as The Animatronic. Once a man, now a monstrous blend of flesh and metal, he’s infamous for his brutality and lore.
  • Primary Weapon: Giant pizza knife (main), fire axe (for Power)
  • Power: “Security Cycle” – Teleport between Security Doors, instantly grab Survivors for jump scares, and use a fire axe for area denial and AOE reveals.
  • Jump Scare Mechanic: Springtrap can appear through doors for sudden grabs, creating classic FNAF terror moments.
  • Surveillance: Springtrap excels at map-wide tracking, using his animatronic senses to locate Survivors.
Perks:
  • Help Wanted: Compromise a Generator to shorten attack cooldowns after it’s repaired.
  • Phantom Fear: Survivors who see Springtrap scream and reveal their Aura.
  • Haywire: Exit Gate progress declines if Survivors leave, raising endgame stakes.

🔵 Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria Map: Layout, Features & Secrets

🏚️ Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria is the new map, designed to blend FNAF’s claustrophobic horror with DBD’s chase gameplay.
  • Security Doors: Used by both Killer and Survivors for teleportation and jump scares.
  • Security Cameras: Survivors can cycle through cameras to scout, but risk being ambushed.
  • Map Queue: For the first time, DBD lets players queue directly for the new map, ensuring everyone can experience the pizzeria.
  • Layout: Central kitchen, party rooms, arcade, vents, and classic FNAF décor. Multiple vaults, pallets, and hiding spots.
Visuals: The map is packed with FNAF Easter eggs, lore nods, and a realistic, gritty animatronic design for Springtrap.
Map Area Key Features
Main Dining Hall Tables, party hats, stage, classic FNAF posters
Security Office Camera controls, battery meter, teleport doors
Kitchen Looping routes, hiding spots, pizza boxes
Arcade Pinball machines, neon lights, vents
Backstage Animatronic parts, lore items, dark corners
Dead by Daylight: Springtrap Chapter Official News

🟣 FNAF x DBD Gameplay: How the Chapter Changes Both Games

🕹️ Springtrap’s gameplay is all about jump scares, map control, and psychological pressure. Survivors must manage generators, avoid Security Doors, and use cameras—mirroring the FNAF experience.
  • Teleportation and instant grabs make Springtrap unpredictable.
  • Survivors get new strategic options but face higher risks in the pizzeria.
  • Jump scares are now part of core gameplay, not just Memento Mori animations.
  • Unique endgame tension with Haywire perk and Security Room mechanics.
Balance: The map’s design and Springtrap’s kit aim for tension and fairness, rewarding smart play for both sides.
IGN: Devs Detail Authentic FNAF Gameplay in DBD

🟡 Community Reaction, Lore, and the Future of DBD Crossovers

🌟 Fan Response: The FNAF chapter is the highest-rated DBD DLC launch ever, with players praising the faithful recreation of FNAF horror and the innovative new mechanics.
  • Content creators like Markiplier inspired the chapter’s design and lore research.
  • FNAF’s legacy as a viral, community-driven franchise is honored in every detail.
  • Springtrap is now a top-tier killer in DBD’s meta, with unique playstyle and high skill ceiling.
  • Players expect more crossovers and map queues for future chapters.
Lore: Springtrap’s arrival in The Fog ties together FNAF’s tragic backstory and DBD’s Entity-driven horror universe, making this chapter a must-play for fans of both series.
ScreenRant: Markiplier’s Influence on DBD x FNAF DLC

📝 FAQ: Dead by Daylight x Five Nights at Freddy’s

❓ FAQ
  • When did the FNAF chapter release? June 17, 2025.
  • Who is the killer? Springtrap (The Animatronic, William Afton).
  • Is there a new map? Yes, Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria.
  • What’s unique about this chapter? Security Doors, camera system, jump scares, and a dedicated map queue.
  • How much does it cost? $4.99 or 500 Auric Cells.
  • Is there a new Survivor? Rumored to be Michael Afton, but not confirmed at launch.
  • Are there FNAF-themed cosmetics? Yes, including survivor outfits and killer skins inspired by FNAF lore.
  • Will there be more FNAF content? Behaviour has hinted at future FNAF cosmetics and events if this chapter’s success continues.
Dead by Daylight Wiki: Five Nights at Freddy’s Chapter
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