DBD Connecting To RTM Server | Are DBD Servers Down

The Dead by Daylight (DBD) servers are not globally down, but there have been reports of connection instability in the last 24 hours.

If you’re seeing the “Connecting to RTM server” error in Dead by Daylight (DBD), or if you’re wondering if the DBD servers are down, it can be caused by a few things.

Here’s what you can do to troubleshoot:

1. Check DBD Server Status

Before anything else, it’s important to verify if the issue is on Dead by Daylight’s end. The servers might be experiencing downtime, maintenance, or an outage.

• Check DBD’s Official Twitter: Dead by Daylight’s Twitter often posts updates about server issues, maintenance, or planned downtime.

• DBD Server Status Page: Sometimes, there might be a dedicated page for server status, or you can check websites like DownDetector for real-time server status and user reports.

2. Restart Your Game and System

Sometimes, errors like these can be caused by temporary issues with your game or system:

• Restart Dead by Daylight: Close the game completely and reopen it.

• Restart Your PC: This can help reset any connection issues on your end.

3. Check Your Internet Connection

Connection issues to the RTM (Real-Time Multiplayer) server may be due to an unstable or slow internet connection. Here’s what to try:

• Restart your router: Sometimes a simple router restart can fix issues.

• Use a wired connection: If you’re on Wi-Fi, switch to a wired Ethernet connection for more stable performance.

• Test your connection: You can use a speed test (like Speedtest.net) to check your download and upload speeds.

4. Verify Game Files

If your game files are corrupted, it can cause issues connecting to servers:

• If you’re playing on Steam:

  1. Go to your Library.

  2. Right-click on Dead by Daylight and select Properties.

  3. Click on the Local Files tab.

  4. Select Verify Integrity of Game Files.

• If you’re on Epic Games:

  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.

  2. Go to the Library and find Dead by Daylight.

  3. Click the three dots next to the game and select Verify.

5. Disable VPN or Proxy

If you’re using a VPN or Proxy, it might cause connection issues with Dead by Daylight’s servers. Try disabling them and then reconnecting to the game.

6. Check for Firewall or Antivirus Blocking

Your firewall or antivirus might be blocking the connection to the RTM servers.

• Temporarily disable your firewall/antivirus to see if it resolves the issue. Be sure to turn them back on afterward.

• Allow DBD through the firewall: Ensure that Dead by Daylight is allowed in your firewall or antivirus settings.

7. Update Dead by Daylight

Check for any available updates for Dead by Daylight. Updates often include bug fixes, including those related to connection problems.

• Steam: Steam should automatically update the game, but you can check manually in the Library.

• Epic Games: You can check for updates in the Epic Games Launcher under the Library section.

8. Reinstall the Game

If none of the above solutions work, you can try reinstalling Dead by Daylight:

• Uninstall the game from your platform (Steam or Epic Games).

• Reinstall it to get a fresh installation with all updated files.

Additional Steps

If you’re still experiencing the issue and the servers are online, it might be worth checking if other players are facing the same issue. You can check online forums or communities like Reddit or the official Dead by Daylight forums for more advice from other players.