Should You Play Competitive DBD?

Introduction

• Original intention was to make fun of competitive DBD.
• Upon deeper understanding, many misconceptions about competitive play are noted.
• There’s still humor in the game, but it’s important to discuss both sides.

Understanding Competitive DBD

• What is CompDBD?

  • Teams play custom games in tournaments.
  • Asymmetrical 4v1 game with RNG elements.
  • Many players grow tired of public matches and seek competition.

• Common Misconceptions:

  • Skeptics often laugh at the idea due to lack of understanding.
  • Responses to competitive play include:
    • "There’s no money in it."
    • "It’s a waste of time."
    • "It doesn’t exist."

Why Play Competitive DBD?

• Love for the Game:
  • Players genuinely enjoy Dead by Daylight and want to optimize their skills.
• Organized Rules:
  • Banned perks and addons help reduce RNG and emphasize skill.
  • Makes competitive matches more strategic and interesting.

Differences Between Competitive and Public Play

• Competitive DBD can feel like a different game than public matches.
• Comp players are aware of the flaws in public matches but still want to optimize gameplay.

Criticism of Competitive DBD

• Unpopular Strategies:
  • Strategies like tunneling and camping are viewed as less skillful.
  • These strategies lead to a perception that comp play is boring.
• Growing Scene:
  • Despite criticisms, competitive DBD is growing, partly due to:
    • Improved league organization.
    • Content creators showcasing competitive play.

Community Dynamics

• Comp Player Attitudes:
  • Some comp players come off as elitist or condescending towards public players.
  • Misunderstandings arise from a lack of awareness of their perceptions outside the community.
• Public Perception Issues:
  • Problems stem from the smug behavior of some comp players on social media.
  • Comp players are seen as gatekeeping and not welcoming toward casual players.

Skill Expression in DBD

• Understanding Skill Levels:
  • DBD is mechanically simple, with skill largely derived from game knowledge.
  • Many players feel comp players take the game too seriously.
• Public vs. Competitive Play:
  • Players who win in public often face backlash from comp players.
  • Comp players may feel insecure about their skills when losing in public games.

Potential Impact of Competitive Play on Public Matches

• Concerns about comp strategies affecting public gameplay.
• Comp players optimize the game, but the developers have created a game that incentivizes certain strategies.

Conclusion

• Respect for Competitive DBD:
  • Comp DBD has potential and interest, but needs to grow its public perception.
  • League organizers should aim for a more welcoming atmosphere.
• Encouragement for New Players:
  • For those interested in comp, resources are available for learning and improvement.
  • Community can be friendly towards newcomers wanting to learn.
• Final Thoughts:
  • Both sides (comp and pub players) should strive to understand each other's perspective instead of arguing.
  • Competitive DBD is expected to grow in popularity and engagement.