Alright, let’s discuss Auric Cells in Dead by Daylight (DBD). You’re curious about how to grab these shiny currencies without cash, right? Let’s be honest. Free Auric Cells are as rare as unicorns on bicycles. It’s possible, but not reliable. Stay with us as we explore the Entity’s realm for options.
Acquiring Auric Cells Without Spending Real Money (The Harsh Truth)
Let’s cut to the chase. Dead by Daylight aims for you to purchase Auric Cells. They are premium currency. Think of them as fancy sprinkles on a dull sundae. The question remains: can you earn them without cash? Sort of, with a major asterisk.
The Grind is Real: Earning Characters the Hard Way
You can skip spending Auric Cells on characters. But, it requires dedication and time. You earn Iridescent Shards by playing the game. These shards act like participation trophies in the Entity’s world. Collect enough and you unlock non-licensed characters. Ready to learn how much is “enough”?
- To earn enough Iridescent Shards for one character, expect about 200 matches.
- In real time, this is 50 to 60 hours of gameplay per character.
- If you want all non-licensed characters, brace for 850 to 1,020 hours of playtime. Yes, really. That’s more hours than some people work in a year.
So, technically free? Yes. Efficient? Not at all. If your time is precious, perhaps consider if your sanity is worth more than a few bucks. Just a thought.
PTB Shenanigans: Temporary Auric Cell Bonanza
There is a hint of “free Auric Cells” in the Public Test Build (PTB). The PTB allows players to test changes before release. Sometimes, to encourage testing, Behaviour Interactive adds Auric Cells to PTB accounts.
- Watch for PTB announcements during Store testing. You may score around 6,000 Auric Cells for participating.
- Big BUT here: Anything from the PTB stays there. It’s like Monopoly money – fun to play with, but worthless in real life. PTB Auric Cells do NOT transfer to live game.
PTB Auric Cells offer a test drive experience but don’t stock up for your main account. They are a mirage in DBD.
Prestige Perks: A Tiny Auric Cell Payout
The prestige rework brings a tiny amount of Auric Cells tied to Prestige levels. If you grind Prestige hard, you might find a few Auric Cells as a reward.
- Reaching Prestige 4 with a character grants their “Bloody” Prestige outfit and… wait for it… 10 Auric Cells.
Ten. That may buy you a virtual gum in DBD store, if they sold that. In reality, ten Auric Cells is insignificant. It’s a symbolic gesture for your grind rather than valuable free currency. It’s like finding a penny – amusing, but not life-changing.
The Straightforward Route: Purchasing Auric Cells
Let’s face it. If you want Auric Cells now, buy them. Behaviour Interactive expects revenue from this method.
- The only legitimate way to buy Auric Cells is through the in-game store. Ignore shady websites or “Auric Cell generators.” They’re scams and virus traps.
- No secret codes or backdoors exist for free cells via purchase. It’s straightforward.
- For those hoping for sales, be ready to be disappointed. Auric Cells never go on sale. Their price is fixed like the Entity’s craving for suffering.
- What can you buy? The Rift Pass is 1,000 Auric Cells.
Purchasing Auric Cells is direct, safe in-game, and always at full price. It’s the DBD version of buying gas – predictable and rarely fun.
Auric Cells, DLCs, and Platform Peculiarities
Dead by Daylight has various DLCs – some essential, some cosmetic. Auric Cells play a role here, so let’s untangle this web.
DLC Deluge: Free, Paid, and Elusive
- Currently, 35 DLCs exist in DBD. Some are free, gifting characters and content without cost.
- Others require payments. Exclusive DLCs often exist through promotions or bundles, so watch for announcements if you want them.
Sharing is (Sometimes) Caring: DLC Transferability
- Important: Purchased Auric Cells are not transferable between accounts. Buy on one platform, and they stay there.
- DLC transferability varies. Purchased DLC shares from other platforms to the Nintendo Switch. But you can’t share back from Switch to others.
Valentine’s Day Sweet Nothings (Codes, Not Cells)
No Auric Cells rain on Valentine’s Day. DBD sometimes offers codes unlocking cosmetics instead of currency.
- For instance, in 2024 and 2025, Valentine codes were “undying” and “hookedonu.” Redeem for themed goodies but not surprises.
Troubleshooting Auric Cell Gremlins
Sometimes hiccups occur in the digital realm. Auric Cells aren’t immune to this. Here are common problems to consider.
Vanishing Auric Cells: When Your Purchase Goes Missing
Purchased Auric Cells should show up instantly. But sometimes the system glitches. If they are missing, follow this checklist:
- First, the classic advice: restart Dead by Daylight. Close and relaunch it. This fix often works.
- After restarting, go to the in-game store. Sometimes cells are pending and checking nudges them into your account.
- If the store shows no available packs, you may face a region mismatch. Contact support to help resolve these issues.
The Mystery of Expiring Auric Cells (Japan Only, Breathe Easy)
Rumors about expiring Auric Cells pop up occasionally. Cue dramatic music! Is it true? Well, it is but with specific limits.
- Auric Cells do expire… in Japan. This follows strict laws on virtual currency there.
- For the rest of the globe, breathe easy! No expiration worries elsewhere.
- Your Auric Cells will not disappear due to expiration. You can save them or spend them slowly. You can create a virtual Auric Cell fortress. They are yours until you choose differently.
- If you are in Japan, expired Auric Cells cannot be recovered. Customer support cannot assist. This is due to the law regarding virtual currencies in Japan.
The Auric Cell Charm: A One-Time Welcome Gift
You receive a small bonus for your first Auric Cell purchase. It’s not substantial enough to change your gameplay, but it is a nice addition.
- When you buy your first Auric Cells in Dead by Daylight, you get the Auric Cell charm. This is a small cosmetic item. It hangs from your hook or survivor waist. It serves as a badge of honor, or perhaps buyer’s remorse, based on spending habits.
This is your guide to understanding “free” Auric Cells in Dead by Daylight. In reality, free Auric Cells do not exist. They are a myth. You can grind for characters or gain some from Prestige or PTB. But if you want Auric Cells, expect to pay for them. Now, I will return to grinding for Iridescent Shards. I will think about my time against my wish for a new outfit in DBD. Wish me luck. Send Auric Cells too.
