The ULTIMATE Guide on How To Play Billy | Dead by Daylight

Summary

In this comprehensive Billy guide, the player provides tips and tricks for mastering the character, covering essential add-ons, perks, and techniques to excel in the game. The guide categorizes add-ons into useful, beginner, and expert levels, alongside detailed perk recommendations to enhance tracking and mobility. The video emphasizes the importance of the overdrive mechanic and Billy's chainsaw curving ability, with practical advice on how to execute precise turns for quick downs. Additional tips on gameplay mechanics, map knowledge, and outplaying survivors further enhance the viewer’s understanding of how to play Billy effectively.

Takeaways

• 😀 Billy's gameplay has changed significantly with the new overheat system and reworked chainsaw collision mechanics, making him easier to play while still offering depth for experienced players.
• 😀 Add-ons are categorized into three types: useless, beginner, and expert. Useless add-ons should be avoided, beginner add-ons are good for new players, and expert add-ons require more skill to maximize their effectiveness.
• 😀 The Apex Muffler is a unique add-on that can be useful when paired with stealth perks, making Billy's chainsaw sound undetectable to survivors outside of his terror radius.
• 😀 Perks that work well with Billy include BBQ & Chili, Gearhead, Scourge Hook: Floods of Rage, Infectious Fright, Lethal Pursuer, and Enduring, with some perks offering strong tracking or mobility benefits.
• 😀 Overdrive is a key mechanic for Billy, boosting chainsaw speed and cooldown, but it requires careful management to maintain its benefits by using the chainsaw regularly and avoiding long gaps of inactivity.
• 😀 The Billy curve technique allows you to make sharp turns with your chainsaw to hit survivors. It works best when you charge the chainsaw to at least 80% and position yourself near corners.
• 😀 To curve effectively with Overdrive, wait for your chainsaw meter to hit 100% and make a sharp turn, as Overdrive grants higher speed and reduced charge times, improving curve precision.
• 😀 Feathering the chainsaw charge at around 80% (or 70% during Overdrive) is essential to maintain a consistent tempo and avoid wasting charge time, especially during chases.
• 😀 Understanding map collisions is crucial for curving. Avoid trying to curve in high-collision areas, as these make it more difficult to execute curves successfully, especially without Overdrive.
• 😀 Billy's performance is highly dependent on survivor behavior. Force survivors into uncomfortable positions, use Overdrive to limit their options, and be ready to swing when necessary, especially against safer players who avoid pallets.
• 😀 Crouch Tech is a common tactic used by survivors to avoid being hit during a Billy curve. To counter this, ensure you aim directly at the survivor's hitbox and adjust accordingly based on line of sight and positioning.

Q & A

What are the main categories of Billy's add-ons mentioned in the guide?

The main categories of Billy's add-ons mentioned in the guide are 'useless add-ons', 'beginner add-ons', and 'expert add-ons'. Useless add-ons should be avoided, beginner add-ons are decent and easy to master, and expert add-ons are powerful but require a lot of skill.

What is the Apex Muffler, and when should it be used?

The Apex Muffler is a unique add-on that makes Billy's chainsaw silent for survivors who are not in the terror radius. It is recommended to use this add-on with undetectable or stealth perks to make the most of its effectiveness.

Which tracking perk is highly recommended for Billy, and why?

Barbecue & Chili is highly recommended for Billy, as it allows him to quickly chainsaw sprint to the aura of survivors after hooking one, providing valuable mobility and pressure on the rest of the survivors.

What is the Overdrive mechanic, and how does it benefit Billy?

The Overdrive mechanic activates when the chainsaw meter reaches 100%. It gives Billy faster chainsaw rev time, a quicker sprint speed, and a reduced cooldown. It lasts for 20 seconds, allowing for increased speed and efficiency in chases.

How does the Billy curve work, and what is the optimal charge percentage for performing it?

To perform the Billy curve, the chainsaw charge meter should be at least 80%. You must position yourself near a corner, start revving the chainsaw, and then make a sharp turn once Billy's roar begins. This helps to change direction quickly and hit survivors unexpectedly.

What is the difference between curving with Overdrive and without it?

Curving with Overdrive is faster and allows for more precise turns due to the increased speed and quicker chainsaw rev time. Without Overdrive, the turn can be less efficient and may result in hitting obstacles, making it harder to curve effectively.

Which add-ons are recommended for practicing Billy's curves, and why?

Clogged Intake and Offbrand Motor Oil are recommended for practicing Billy's curves as they help you build up Overdrive quickly and slightly extend the duration of the Overdrive mechanic, improving your chances of successfully performing Billy curves.

How can you prevent the Overdrive meter from dissipating?

To prevent the Overdrive meter from dissipating, you should tap the chainsaw button once every 15 seconds to stop the dissipation, ensuring that you maintain the Overdrive state and can use it effectively in chases.

What is the Crouch Tech, and how can Billy counter it?

The Crouch Tech is a tactic where survivors crouch to avoid getting hit by Billy's chainsaw sprint. Billy can counter it by aiming directly at the survivor's body, ensuring the chainsaw hits them, and avoiding aiming at their shoulders or other parts of their body.

What is the general advice for playing against survivors who are playing very safe?

When facing survivors who play very safe, it’s recommended to use Billy's chainsaw for mobility to close the distance or to swing at them if they’re near pallets or windows. Playing chainsaw-only against safe survivors can allow them to take advantage of you, so mixing in basic swings is often more effective.