The Ultimate Sabotage Survival Guide: Unveiling 10 Devastating Builds in Dead By Daylight

Survivors in Dead by Daylight lack the terrifying powers of the killers, but they possess their own arsenal of tricks. They can effectively undermine the killer's strength and aid other survivors by specializing in sabotage. Destroying hooks is a primary method for achieving this. There are multiple ways for survivors to accomplish this in Dead by Daylight.

The first and most straightforward approach involves using a toolbox, which can be obtained through a survivor's bloodweb or found in a chest on the map. The second method entails leveraging Jake Park's "Saboteur" perk to dismantle hooks. Additionally, survivors have the option to destroy the very hooks they were previously impaled on after being rescued, courtesy of Jeff Johansen's "Breakdown" perk. To optimize the efficiency of these tactics, it is advisable to wield a green quality or higher toolbox, complemented by the add-ons "Protective Gloves" and "Hacksaw."

10 The Unhook Build

Updated on August 13, 2023, by Callum Murray: Since the release of the popular multiplayer horror game, Dead By Daylight, players have been utilizing the technique of sabotaging. Throughout the game's lifespan, there have been numerous updates and improvements, enhancing the enjoyment for fans who take on the role of survivors. The ultimate objective is not only to rescue your fellow teammates from the clutches of the killer but also to ensure your own survival against a relentless string of formidable murderers. Sabotaging has become synonymous with a particular style of gameplay for survivors, and in 2021, significant changes were made to the builds available for them. Each survivor in the game possesses three unique perks, tailored to their individual personality traits and past experiences. Unlocking crucial perks, add-ons, and items that positively impact the survivor's performance often requires the purchase of DLC chapters.

Required Perks:

We'll Make It (Default Survivor Perk)

Borrowed Time (Bill Overbeck Perk)

Deliverance (Adam Francis Perk)

Resilience (Default Survivor Perk)

This build is designed for players who prefer sabotaging hooks and using a toolbox and item add-ons. While the perks themselves don't directly enhance sabotage, they serve as a way to protect a survivor after they have been unhooked and the player is sabotaging the hook. Killers often reuse hooks after a rescue, so destroying them can be frustrating for the killer.

This build ensures the safety of the rescued survivor by providing Borrowed Time, which grants them a protection hit for up to 12 seconds. Additionally, We'll Make It allows the player to quickly heal the rescued survivor. In case the player is injured or hooked and there are no teammates around, Deliverance and Resilience will provide assistance.

9 Lone Wolf Build

Required Perks:

Dead Hard (David King)

Iron Will (Jake Park)

Unbreakable (Bill Overbeck)

Claudette Morel's Guide to Self-Care

While teamwork is crucial in facing off against killers, there are instances when a survivor must rely solely on themselves. The lone wolf build caters to seasoned players aiming to disrupt the killer's plans at every turn. Not only is it a highly effective strategy, but it also adds an element of enjoyment and empowerment to the individual survivor. Implementing this build can significantly influence the outcome of a match.

8 The Latest Meta Build

Required Perks:

Dead Hard (David King)

Decisive Strike (Laurie Strode)

Borrowed Time (Bill Overbeck)

Jake Park's Iron Will

Introducing the Meta Build, a newly released build that comes with the latest update. For players seeking a well-rounded and effective strategy, look no further. This build combines the superior perks already in place, making it highly proficient against a wide range of killers in the game.

The best perks are used for this build, which is essentially a mixture of the hook rescue and evasion build.

7 Awareness Build

Required Perks:

Windows of Opportunity (Kate)

Open-Handed

(Ace)

Rookie Spirit (Leon):

Bond (Dwight):

This build has been designed to prioritize both awareness and aura reading, which are essential for successfully defending against the killer. In addition to these perks, players can benefit from the Premonitions perk, which alerts them with a sound when the killer is nearby. Another useful perk, Kindred, reveals the survivor's Auras to both the killer and other survivors. Furthermore, spine chill can be activated to alert nearby survivors when the killer is looking in their direction.

6 The Item Recovery Build

Required Perks:

Built to Last (Felix Richter Perk)

Streetwise (Nea Karlsson Perk)

Adrenaline (Meg Thomas Perk)

Title: "Yui Kimura Perk: Toolbox Preservation"

In this build, the focus is on preserving and maximizing the effectiveness of the player's toolbox. With the "Built to Last" perk, toolbox charges can be recovered, while the "Streetwise" perk reduces the rate at which charges are depleted. However, it's important to note that players using this build may not have access to a medkit, and thus may not be able to heal themselves. To ensure a chance of escape, the "Adrenaline" perk provides the player with a boost, especially helpful if they are injured towards the end of the game. An additional benefit is the "Any Means Necessary" perk, which allows the player to strategically replace pallets while traversing the map, whether it be by repairing generators or destroying hooks.

5 The Stealth Build

Required Perks:

Spine Chill (Default Survivor Perk)

Iron Will (Jake Park Perk)

Sprint Burst (Meg Thomas Perk)

The Nea Karlsson perk "Urban Evasion" can greatly assist players in mastering the art of playing as a stealthy killer in Dead by Daylight. Survivors often struggle with evading the relentless pursuit of the killer, but with this perk, they can enhance their stealth abilities and effectively dismantle hooks. To successfully sabotage hooks without alerting the killer, it is imperative that players equip a toolbox with the "Protective Gloves" add-on.

This build, incorporating Spine Chill procs, allows players to have advance knowledge of the killer's approach. Urban Evasion enhances crouch speed, enabling stealthy movement to evade detection. In situations where the player is injured, Iron Will can be utilized to silence their character's cries of pain, ensuring successful hiding from the killer. To complete a successful stealth mission, an escape plan is essential. With Sprint Burst, the player gains a head start in the event of a confrontation with the killer.

4 The Deliverance Build

Required Perks:

Deliverance (Adam Francis Perk)

Breakdown (Jeff Johansen Perk)

Resurgence (Jill Valentine Perk)

Off the Record (Zarina Kassir Perk)

3 The Item Build

Getting hooked as a survivor is generally not ideal, but this build aims to maximize its potential. Players who choose to use this build should prioritize activating Deliverance (performing a Safe Hook rescue) as soon as possible. Once Deliverance is active, players have the freedom to decide when to use it. Keep in mind, however, that using Breakdown will cause the hook the player frees themselves from to break. This will trigger Off the Record, hopefully allowing players to escape quietly from the killer. Additionally, Resurgence will significantly speed up the player's healing process after being unhooked.

Required Perks:

Built to Last (Felix Richter Perk)

Plunderer's Instinct (Default Survivor Perk)

Saboteur (Jake Park Perk)

Ace in the Hole (Ace Visconti Perk)

Similar to the "Item Recovery Build," this build focuses on optimizing the player's carried item. There is no specific need for players to bring a toolbox with them as Saboteur allows them to sabotage without one. By utilizing Plunderer's Instinct and Ace in the Hole, players can search chests across the map in hopes of finding high-quality items. Additionally, using Built to Last will help extend the lifespan of these items. In the event that a toolbox is not found, players can rely on Saboteur to remove hooks efficiently.

2 The Self-Reliant Saboteur Build

Required Perks:

Saboteur (Jake Park Perk)

Windows of Opportunity (Kate Denson Perk)

Dead Hard (David King Perk)

Build to Last (Felix Richter Perk)

Sometimes, players must depend on their own skills. This build is highly adaptable, and thanks to the Saboteur perk, a toolbox is not always necessary. However, if players choose to bring or find a toolbox, the Built to Last perk will ensure its durability throughout the entire match.

For escaping a pursuing killer, the Dead Hard and Windows of Opportunity perks are excellent choices. These perks prove useful if the killer discovers the player engaging in sabotage or any other activity across the map. Generally, these two perks are incredibly potent in all builds and are commonly utilized. It is important to note that the killer might anticipate the use of Dead Hard and attempt to provoke its activation.

1 The Altruistic Saboteur Build

Required Perks:

Saboteur (Jake Park Perk)

Breakout (Yiu Kimura Perk)

Leader (Dwight Fairfield Perk)

Flashbang (Leon S. Kennedy Perk)

Playing the Flashbang perk is challenging but highly rewarding. It relies on effective communication with teammates and requires players to put themselves at risk for the sake of fellow survivors. The objective of this build is to sabotage hooks while the killer is transporting survivors towards them. The player utilizing this perk must carefully assess the situation and sabotage the hook before the killer can hook the injured survivor.

Players utilizing this build should come prepared with top-notch tools that enhance speed and effectiveness when it comes to sabotage. Utilizing Saboteur is crucial in order to visualize the auras of hooks near the killer and make an educated guess about which one they will use. Simply being in proximity to the killer triggers Breakout, providing a boost to the survivor's efforts to free themselves. If playing with friends, the player can also make use of Leader if a friend is closer to the hook, enabling them to sabotage it at an even quicker pace. As a last resort, if the carried survivor manages to escape with the assistance of Breakout, the player employing this build can employ a Flashbang to thwart the killer's attempt to recapture their friend in the ensuing pursuit. Remember that carrying a Flashbang means sacrificing the use of a toolbox, so it is advisable to only utilize it after the toolbox has been depleted or alternatively, pass the toolbox to a friend!

Dead by Daylight can be enjoyed on a variety of platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, Steam, iOS, and many others.