Note: The Vic Viper Charm is a special cosmetic item referencing the iconic ship from Konami's Gradius series. This Easter egg was added as part of the Silent Hill chapter collaboration in June 2020. Last tested and confirmed working on PC as of September 23, 2025.
Step-by-Step (PC)
- Have Pyramid Head or Cheryl unlocked from the Silent Hill chapter.
- Equip one of them and return to the main menu (character must be visible in the lobby).
- Enter the Konami code in under 4 seconds — too slow and it will fail: Up (W), Up (W), Down (S), Down (S), Left (A), Right (D), Left (A), Right (D), Right Mouse, Left Mouse, Enter.
- If entered correctly, special music will play and the charm unlocks.
Console Controls
- PlayStation: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Circle, Cross, Options
- Xbox: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start
- Switch: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Plus
Tip: If it fails, re-enter the code faster (within 4 seconds) or restart the game and check your inventory.
Troubleshooting
PS5 Tome Menu Interference
Note: This Easter egg was released in 2020, and console players may encounter issues due to menu conflicts.
Reported Workaround (Not Guaranteed):
- Load the game with a poor internet connection (try mobile hotspot)
- Go to the Game Select menu (Killer/Survivor/Custom Match)
- Open Settings and swap two buttons (like L2 and R2) - This creates a brief "saving" state where menu shortcuts don't work
- Back out and quickly input the code while settings are saving
- You should hear special music if it worked - restart the game to find the charm in your inventory
This is a community-discovered method that has worked for some players, but may not work for everyone.
Code Not Working
If the Konami code isn't working, try these solutions:
- Make sure you're using Pyramid Head or Cheryl Mason specifically
- Ensure the character is fully visible in your lobby screen
- Enter the code quickly and accurately - **timing matters**
- Restart your game and try again
No Sound Confirmation
If you don't hear the special music after entering the code:
- Check your game audio settings
- Ensure you entered the complete code sequence
- Try using a different input method (keyboard vs. controller)
- The charm might still be unlocked - check your inventory
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Event Background
The Vic Viper Charm Easter egg was discovered shortly after the release of the Silent Hill chapter in Dead by Daylight. This reference to Konami's classic Gradius series.
Silent Hill chapter released, introducing Pyramid Head and Cheryl Mason to Dead by Daylight.
Players discover the Konami code Easter egg while playing as Pyramid Head or Cheryl.
The Vic Viper Charm remains available to all players who know the secret code.
Important: This Easter egg may be removed or changed in future updates.
Additional Resources
For more information about Dead by Daylight and its Easter eggs, check out these resources:
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, as of our last test on September 23, 2025, the Vic Viper Charm is still obtainable using the Konami code method described above.
Yes, you must own either Pyramid Head or Cheryl Mason from the Silent Hill chapter to unlock this charm.
No, the code only works when you have Pyramid Head or Cheryl Mason selected in your lobby.