Introduction to The Ghost Face in Dead By Daylight
The Ghost Face is a stealthy Killer in Dead By Daylight, known for his ability to remain undetected until the moment of attack. His Night Shroud power allows him to stay hidden unless Survivors look directly at him or he uses his basic attack. Once revealed, Survivors trigger the Killer Instinct, a pulsing red stain that exposes their position. Despite his stealth, the Ghost Face is relatively slow compared to other Killers, making it crucial to choose the right perks and add-ons to enhance his gameplay. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, these builds can significantly improve your performance and help you secure more wins.
Enhancing Movement and Detection
The Ghost Face’s primary strengths lie in his stealth and ability to expose Survivors. However, his low movement speed can be a significant drawback. To counter this, it’s essential to select perks that boost his speed and help him track down Survivors more efficiently. His unique teachable perks, such as Furtive Chase, I’m All Ears, and Thrilling Tremors, can be highly beneficial. Furtive Chase grants him five percent haste and undetectability after hooking his Obsession, making it easier to chase down other Survivors. I’m All Ears reveals the aura of a Survivor who performs a rushed vault, allowing you to anticipate their movements. Thrilling Tremors blocks all generators except the one being worked on when you pick up a downed Survivor, giving you a clear target to head towards. Additionally, using add-ons that increase movement speed while crouching and stalking can help you reach Survivors faster once they are exposed.
Aura-Reading Perks for Efficient Hunting
One of the most effective ways to improve your Ghost Face gameplay is by using aura-reading perks. These perks allow you to see Survivor auras, making it easier to locate and ambush them. A powerful build includes Franklin’s Demise, Weave Attunement, Nurse’s Calling, and Sloppy Butcher. Franklin’s Demise causes Survivors to drop their held items when hit, which then deplete and drop automatically. Weave Attunement reveals the auras of dropped items and nearby Survivors, and if a Survivor picks up the item, they become oblivious to your presence for up to 30 seconds. Nurse’s Calling grants the ability to see the auras of any Survivors healing nearby, while Sloppy Butcher ensures that healing progress regresses quickly when interrupted. This combination of perks can help you maintain pressure on Survivors and secure more kills.
Mid-Game Perks for Sustained Pressure
In the mid-game, the focus shifts to maintaining pressure and securing quick kills. A build that includes Enduring, Spirit Fury, Jolt/Surge, and Scourge Hook: Pain Resonance can be highly effective. Enduring reduces the effect of pallet stuns, allowing you to continue your chase without being significantly slowed down. Spirit Fury ensures that the next pallet to stun you will break automatically, giving you a second chance to catch Survivors. Jolt/Surge causes nearby generators to lose progress when you down a Survivor, slowing their overall progress. Scourge Hook: Pain Resonance explodes the generator with the most progress when you hook a Survivor, revealing their position and causing them to scream. This build helps you keep moving during a chase and disrupts the Survivors’ efforts to complete the objectives.
Speed-Boosting Perks for Swift Chases
For players who want to maximize the Ghost Face’s speed, a build that combines four haste-boosting perks is highly recommended. Perks like Batteries Included, Play With Your Food, Save The Best For Last, and Rapid Brutality can significantly enhance your movement speed. Batteries Included grants you five percent haste for five seconds when near a completed generator. Play With Your Food gives you a token for breaking a chase with your Obsession, with each token (up to three) providing five percent haste. Save The Best For Last reduces your basic attack cooldown with each token (up to eight) you accumulate, and you lose two tokens when hitting your Obsession. Rapid Brutality eliminates bloodlust but grants five percent haste for 10 seconds every time you hit a Survivor. Including the Ghost Face Drop-Leg Knife Sheath very rare add-on, which provides an additional 10 percent haste after marking a Survivor, can make you a formidable and swift hunter.
Strategic Use of Perks and Add-Ons
To fully leverage the Ghost Face’s abilities, it’s crucial to use his perks and add-ons strategically. For instance, when using the aura-reading build, focus on areas where Survivors are likely to drop items or heal, such as near generators or totems. Use your stealth to get close without being detected, and then strike when they are vulnerable. In the mid-game, prioritize downing Survivors near generators to maximize the impact of Jolt/Surge and Scourge Hook: Pain Resonance. For the speed-boosting build, position yourself to take advantage of completed generators and tokens, ensuring you are always moving quickly and efficiently. Practice using the lean and stalk ability to set up ambushes, and be patient in your approach to avoid premature exposure.
Conclusion
The Ghost Face is a unique and challenging Killer in Dead By Daylight, but with the right build and strategy, he can be a powerful and effective hunter. Whether you choose to focus on aura-reading, mid-game pressure, or speed-boosting, the key is to play to his strengths and mitigate his weaknesses. Experiment with different builds to find what works best for your playstyle, and don’t forget to practice his lean and stalk ability to master the art of stealth. With these tips and builds, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a formidable Ghost Face, ensuring that your Survivors won’t know what hit them.
