The Casting of Frank Stoneis an upcoming single-player title set within developer Behaviour Interactive’sDead by Daylightuniverse.Co-developed by Supermassive Games, the creator ofUntil DawnandThe Quarry,The Casting of Frank Stonewill deliver an experience akin to the developer’s library of interactive horror titles. WhereasDead by Daylightis centered around a vast collection of villains, both original and licensed,The Casting of Frank Stoneseemingly features a single killer, the titular Frank Stone. Given the nature ofDBD’s asymmetrical multiplayer format, the narratives and lore surrounding its killers have long taken a backseat to their gameplay. Following the release ofThe Casting of Frank Stone, futureDead By Daylightcharacters may be put in a tough spot.
The Casting of Frank Stonefollows a group of teen filmmakers as they attempt to make a movie about Frank Stone, a legendary serial killer from their hometown of Cedar Hills. However, the threat is very much alive, and the teens soon find themselves fighting to survive the night. The title’s story trailers seemingly confirm that the survivors will cross paths with a host of threats beyond that of Frank Stone, as various elements from theDead by Daylightuniverse make their way to Cedar Hills. While these threats will undoubtedly prove a danger to the group,The Casting of Frank Stone’s titular killer is the star of the show, and his introduction will be unlike any theDead By Daylightfranchise has featured thus far.
The Casting of Frank Stone Introduces a Brand New Killer to the DBD Universe
Set in the Summer of 1980,The Casting of Frank Stonesees a group of young filmmakers journey tothe Cedar Mills Steel Mill, a site haunted by the viscous crimes of serial killer Frank Stone. They soon discover that Stone’s impact on the community stretches far beyond his body count, with his actions affecting the very fabric of reality itself. According toThe Casting of Frank Stone’s official description, Stone’s legacy will allow players to get a never-before-seen glimpse into the wider world ofDead by Daylight, likely hinting at the appearance of other killers and core gameplay concepts. How the title will impact the largerDead by Daylightuniverse is anyone’s guess, but the title’s format and branching storyline ensure that its killer is among the most unique the franchise has ever produced.
Players will discover the crimes and complexity of Frank Stone’s past throughoutThe Casting of Frank Stone’s narrative, with their actions guiding the narrative. Given Supermassive’s previous endeavors, these choices will offer different opportunities to learn key lore details. Little is currently known about Frank Stone’s past, present, or future, but the killer is set to receive the deepest and most complex introduction of anyoriginalDead by Daylightkillerto date. With a full spin-off title to his name, Frank Stone is certain to have a large impact on the lore ofDead by Daylightmoving forward. However, the killer’s introduction may impact the series in another key area, as it is likely to affect the franchise’s future original killers in one big way.
Frank Stone’s Starring Role May See Future DBD Killers Pay the Price
The Casting of Frank Stoneis set to deliver theDead by Daylightfranchise’s first single-player narrative, in stark contrast to the series' asymmetrical multiplayer roots. As such, its killer is essentially receiving a full-fledged hours-long origin story, whereas previousDBDkillers received brief write-ups about life before their capture bythe Entity. Some of the previous original killers may be given time to shine inThe Casting of Frank Stone, adding to their respective legacies. However, the titular killer’s starring role may hurt those added to the original title in the future, as their introductions may pale in comparison to that of Frank Stone.
It remains to be seen how profound an impactThe Casting of Frank Stonewill have ontheDead by Daylightfranchise’s future. While it introduces a bold new killer to the mix, its hinted glimpse into the larger lore could see it play any number of roles. However, the interactive storytelling at its core will undoubtedly raise the bar for the franchise’s future killers, making it hard for the current format to measure up. UntilThe Casting of Frank Stoneis officially released,Dead by Daylightfans can only speculate as to what secrets and lore will be revealed across its branching narrative.
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The storytelling prowess of Supermassive Games meets the Dead by Daylight universe in a haunting horror game that won’t soon be forgotten.The shadow of Frank Stone looms over Cedar Hills, a town forever altered by his violent past. As a group of young friends are about to discover, Stone’s blood-soaked legacy cuts deep, leaving scars across families, generations, and the very fabric of reality itself.A Mystery of Cosmic Proportions: In the depths of an Oregon steel mill, the gruesome crimes of a sadistic killer spawn horrors beyond comprehension. Delve into the mystery of Cedar Hills alongside an original cast of characters bound together on a twisted journey where nothing is quite as it seems.Choose Your Fate: Every decision you make shapes the story and impacts the fate of the characters within it. Brimming with emotional gut-punches and high-stakes horror, discover how a simple decision can become a truly heart-wrenching dilemma.An Immersive Nightmare: For those who find comfort in the unknown, and glee in the grotesque, Supermassive Games’ cinematic storytelling brings new levels of emotion, immersion, and intensity to this darkly rich universe.
