How to Get Flashbangs In Dead by Daylight

Flashbangs are a powerful survivor tool in Dead by Daylight that can blind the killer and help you escape dangerous situations. This guide walks you through the complete process of obtaining and crafting a flashbang, from accumulating generator progress to successfully deploying it in-game.

Understanding Flashbang Activation Requirements

To unlock the flashbang ability, you need to complete 40% progress on any generator. This isn’t about completing a single generator alone—it’s the total cumulative progress across all repairs. Once you’ve reached this 40% threshold, the flashbang will become active and ready to craft.

You can monitor your progress in two ways. First, watch the repair bar as you work on generators. Second, look at the flashbang icon itself—it will load and display once you’ve accumulated enough progress to activate the ability.

Configuring Your Ability Controls

Before you can use your flashbang, you need to know which button triggers it. To find your ability button, go to Options and navigate to the Survivor settings. Look for Ability One—this will show you the default button (typically I on keyboard or the corresponding button on a controller).

You can customize this control to something more comfortable if needed, though the default settings are generally well-optimized for gameplay.

Crafting Your Flashbang

Once you’ve accumulated 40% worth of generator progress, head to any locker. When you interact with the locker, the game will display the button prompt showing which control activates the craft action. Press the ability button to craft the flash grenade inside the locker.

After successful crafting, check the bottom left of your screen. Instead of showing any item you might be holding, you’ll now see the flash grenade in your inventory, indicating the flashbang is ready to use.

Using Your Flashbang Effectively

The primary purpose of a flashbang is to blind the killer, giving you valuable time to escape or create distance during a chase. Activate it by pressing your ability button when the killer is in range and facing your direction.

Important: Be careful not to accidentally press your power button after crafting, as doing so will force you to restart the entire process from the beginning. Make sure you’re intentionally deploying the flashbang when you need it most.

Summary

Getting a flashbang in Dead by Daylight requires you to repair generators until you’ve accumulated 40% progress, then enter a locker to craft the flash grenade using your ability button. Once crafted, you’ll have a powerful tool to blind killers and escape chases. Remember to handle your controls carefully to avoid accidentally deactivating the item before you use it.

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