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How to fix Dead by Daylight error code 500?

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Dead by Daylight is a 4 vs 1 survival game where one player takes on the role of a savage killer while others have to survive the night.

The game is available on multiple platforms, rated 9/10 on Steam and 3.8/5 on Google Play.

In this article, we talk about what is Dead by Daylight error code 500 in the game and its fixes.


What is the error code 500?

Error 500 in Dead by Daylight can work in one of two ways:

  • A player will see an increase in the loading time of the game.
  • Or, the player will be kicked out of the game within a few minutes.

Also read: How to revive an almost dead laptop?


Fixes that you can try to resolve Dead by Daylight error code 500

We will provide 3 fixes that you can try to resolve the error:

Verifying the game files on Steam

You need to verify the game files to ensure that any corrupt game files are discovered and repaired.

Step 1: Head over to your Steam Library, right-click on Dead by Daylight and select Properties.

Step 2: Go to the Local Files tab.

Step 3: Click on Verify integrity of local files.

After you are done with the process, Steam will verify and repair the damaged files. Notice that in the screenshots above, we have shown how to verify files of CSGO. The screenshot is just a reference and the method is the same for all games.


Reinstalling the game

You can try to reinstall the game if you feel that the current version of the game is not repairable or if you cannot locate the corrupt file.

Reinstalling will also fix most of the software issues with the game.


Contact the developers for support

This is the final solution that we have to offer. If everything fails, then you can always visit the official forums for help, updates and tweaks or contact Behaviour Interactive on various social media platforms.

Also read: DBD error code 8028: 8 Fixes

Kumar Hemant

Kumar Hemant

Deputy Editor at Candid.Technology. Hemant writes at the intersection of tech and culture and has a keen interest in science, social issues and international relations. You can contact him here: kumarhemant@pm.me

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