The error code 8014 is reported by many players. This particular issue comes up seemingly randomly, and can even sometimes be resolved in a similarly innocuous manner e.g. some players were able to solve the Dead by Daylight 8014 by simply restarting Steam. After testing it on our systems, we are able to find the following solution to it.
For Players using PC
If you’re playing Dead by Daylight on the PC & the error code 8014 keeps appearing, then the following solutions can solve your problem. But before moving on, restart the system once.
Solution 1: Log out of Steam and log back in
Let us start by logging out of Steam, then logging back. If the error code 8014 comes back, move to the next solution.
Solution 2: Run Steam as an administrator
To perform certain functions or to access certain game files Steam sometimes requires administrator privilege. Running Dead By Daylight with administrator privileges may solve the problem. Restart the Dead By Day to test the issue. If the error code 8014 reappears then let us move to the next solution.
Solution 3: Verify the integrity of the game files
The error code 8014 can appear when a certain Dead by Daylight file is damaged/missing/corrupted. To fix it we have to verify the integrity of the game files on the Steam. Now launch DBD & see if the issue is resolved. If the game security violation detected error code 8014 reemerges, let us try the next solution.
Solution 4: Update your graphics driver
The game security violation error code 8014 issue is most likely to occur if you are not using the proper graphics driver or an outdated one. Moreover, if you are using your graphics card at overclock speed, lowering it may solve the problem. So, updating the graphics driver is always a good option to try on. Launch the Dead By Day to check if it is functioning properly. if the game security violation detected error code 8014 is not solved then we should move to the next solution.
Solution 5: Run your game in compatibility mode
Sometimes compatibility issues arise in Dead By Daylight & Windows updates, resulting, Dead By Daylight shows error code 8014. If the system was updated lately, running Dead By Daylight in compatibility mode may solve the problem. If error code 8014 is still not solved in the compatibility mode, let us check the next solution.
Solution 6: Reinstall Steam
If nothing has worked for you so far, let us reinstall the Steam. Relaunch Steam and Dead by Daylight. Hopefully, your problem is now solved & you’re able to play the Dead By Deadlight.
Players having issues on Xbox One
If you’re facing the Game Security Violation Detected error code 8014 issue on Xbox One, the following solution might help.
Solution 1: Sign out and back in
To begin troubleshooting of error code 8014 If the game again displays the error message, let us try the next solution.
Solution 2: Restart your console
Sometimes a good old restart pending can cause the error code 8014 on Dead by Daylight. If the error code 8014 reappears then try the next solution.
Solution 3: Update your console
An outdated Xbox One system might also cause the error code 8014. After the console is updated, restart “Dead By Daylight” to see if the error is rectified. If the problem still exists try the next solution.
Solution 4: Reset your console
Conflicting console settings may the error code 8014. Resetting the Xbox to default factory settings can solve the problem. After resetting your console, restart Dead by Daylight to test the error. If the error persists, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Reinstall Dead By Daylight
When a certain game file is corrupted/damaged/missing you may run to the error code 8014 and to solve that one had to reinstall the game. Hopefully, now Dead By Daylight is clear of the error code 8014.
For players playing on PlayStation 4
If you are playing the Dead By Daylight on the Play Station 4 and facing the Game Security Violation Detected Dead by Daylight Error Code 8014 on it, try the following solutions to get rid of it.
Solution 1: Log out of your PS4 and log back in
To troubleshoot the error code let us start by something basic. If the error code 8014 does appear again try the next solution.
Solution 2: Restart your PS4
Sometimes restarting the PS4 can make things work for you. If the problem is fixed after the reboot let us try the next solution.
Solution 3: Update your PS4 system software
If the PS4 is outdated then the user may face the error code 8014 on the PS4. In that case, updating the PS4 system software will solve the problem. If the error code 8014 reappears then try the next solution
Solution 4: Restore the PS4 settings to default
If the Dead by Daylight error code 8014 is not solved by other methods then restoring the PS4 to its default factory settings is the last resort to solve the problem. Hopefully, now you are playing the Dead By Daylight without any problem.
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