“asymmetric PvP” Games

1. Dead by Daylight

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Dead by Daylight defines asymmetric survival horror as a competitive genre, with licensed horror IP killers hunting four survivors who repair generators. The behavior system tracks player conduct across thousands of matches. GPA scores it at the top for Co-op and high on Horror — the genre-defining entry that all subsequent asymmetric horror measures itself against.

2. Identity V

Identity V runs its 1v4 survival horror through a Victorian Gothic filter, with 50+ survivors and hunters whose abilities determine match dynamics. The Hide and Seek mode adds a prop disguise mechanic. GPA scores it high on Co-op and Horror — the mobile asymmetric horror with stronger world-building than most PC counterparts.

3. Propnight

Propnight fused DbD's generator repair structure with prop transformation disguise, letting survivors become furniture to avoid detection. The studio's 2024 closure ended the live service. GPA scores it high on Co-op and Horror — a hybrid that executed the obvious design combination before the studio ceased operations.

PROPHUNT runs its object transformation hide-and-seek with up to 16 players, adding melee combat for the hidden team. GPA scores it high on Co-op.

Friday the 13th: The Game let players take Jason's role in licensed asymmetric survival horror. Licensing disputes ended sales in 2018. GPA scores it high on Horror and Co-op — the first major licensed asymmetric horror.

6. Meccha Chameleon

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Meccha Chameleon asks players to paint their own body to match the wall behind them, scoring the disguise through the Overlooked Ranking system rather than simple survival. Three million copies in the first week. GPA scores it high on Co-op and Puzzle — the body-painting mechanic is the only entry in its category.