Dead Space (2008)

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  1. adamflame7
    Feb 4, 2023
    9
    Great game. Cool aesthetic, cool armor, cool weapons. Overall package is a very competent game that I would strongly recommend to most.

    I think it still looks and feels pretty good even today. Not one technical problem or crash. Supports ultrawide and higher framerates as well (played at 3440x1440 at 100hz).
  2. Keter1337
    Jun 11, 2022
    9
    Vary scary and has a good atmosphere and graphics are outstanding even for to days standards
  3. Nekrips
    Aug 16, 2022
    9
    Quality survival horror in a spaceship drifting in cold dead space.
    The game has a strong atmosphere that influences you throughout the game. All locations are designed to the smallest detail. Each location is different and has its own meaning.
    The interface, located right in the game, gives a sense of presence. Health indicators are directly on the suit, and the navigation menu opens in    Quality survival horror in a spaceship drifting in cold dead space.
    The game has a strong atmosphere that influences you throughout the game. All locations are designed to the smallest detail. Each location is different and has its own meaning.
    The interface, located right in the game, gives a sense of presence. Health indicators are directly on the suit, and the navigation menu opens in the form of a hologram from a handheld computer.
    The combat system with cutting off the enemy's limbs is quite original. You can do this with the help of different types of weapons, each of which has two types of attack: standard and alternative. It can also be upgraded, just like your own suit.
    The game has many different and original enemies with their own characteristics and tactics. Almost everyone should have their own approach.
    The game has a strong and very interesting plot with unexpected twists. The story keeps you in suspense until the very end.
    Dead Space is a first-rate video game horror, that definitely deserves attention.    … Expand
  4. TastieToasty
    Nov 7, 2022
    9
    Great Horror
    Great Guns
    Great Story
    But really bad Computer Port. (had to use a mouse and Vsync fix from nexusmods because if you have over 60fps it wont let you go through the first door and the mouse was broken for me)

    Go ahead and read the comic and watch the movies.
  5. Chillaoi
    Jan 13, 2023
    9
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que dei pro jogo:
    Um dos melhores jogos de terror já criados.
  6. Pmstz
    Jan 25, 2023
    9
    An Excellent horror game.
    One of the best ever made.
    You have to do it
    ++++
  7. klaaz
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    An atmosphere and ambience of space terror achieved in an excellent way. An entertaining gameplay that invites you to use different weapons.
  8. Suprizer
    Jun 8, 2023
    9
    This game does not feel like its from 2008. Best horror game i have ever played. Developers set the bar so high up that they could not make sequels as good as the first. Gameplay is smooth for a game of its age. Story was great, highly replayable with the military armour. Had little bugs and vsync problems other than that this game is a 9.4 to me.
  9. asdgasgea
    Jul 23, 2023
    9
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  10. VictorFerreira7
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
    Dead Space one is phenomenal. It is a game full of creatures, blood and loneliness. The controls are a bit clunky at the beginning, but after awhile, it's playable. The entrance of the ship Ishimura is a harbinger of what will come and what you will have to fight against. The atmosphere is gloomy and somber. At the beginning you already are tense and breaking out in a cold sweat. The soundDead Space one is phenomenal. It is a game full of creatures, blood and loneliness. The controls are a bit clunky at the beginning, but after awhile, it's playable. The entrance of the ship Ishimura is a harbinger of what will come and what you will have to fight against. The atmosphere is gloomy and somber. At the beginning you already are tense and breaking out in a cold sweat. The sound design is incredible. The gameplay is good throughout the game, you feel distress and sometimes panic stomping on the necromorphs. The soundtrack is satisfactory. Enemy's A.I is ok. Furthermore, the story is incredible. The game rises the tension and slowly reveals a great inversion of expectation. Learning about the markers and how they affect people was one of the best things in the story. The game is linear, but well done. If a game is going to be linear, it needs to have things to see in detail. It's very enjoyable looking at every corner of Ishimura, without knowing what lurks behind the wall. Therefore, Dead Space is one of the best survival horror on the market. It is a must play game.… Expand
  11. DoomDoc_
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
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  12. Rip12
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is too good, until now I did it 100% with the impossible mode included and that Nicole was never alive was a surprise.… Expand
  13. GraigSmith
    Jan 15, 2009
    8
    When i first started playing this. I started off getting frustrated by the controls. It almost feels totally unplayable when you first start playing. It took me about an hour or 2 to finally get used to the controls. once you get past the controls, this starts to become an awesome game. Using the xbox controller was horrible in my opinion, the controls were too sensitive, and they wantWhen i first started playing this. I started off getting frustrated by the controls. It almost feels totally unplayable when you first start playing. It took me about an hour or 2 to finally get used to the controls. once you get past the controls, this starts to become an awesome game. Using the xbox controller was horrible in my opinion, the controls were too sensitive, and they want you to aim at their legs. Once you get the mouse and keyboard controls set up to your liking, and you get used to the way the game works. Then the game is pretty fun.… Expand
  14. DaleF
    Jan 3, 2010
    8
    PROs: excellent graphics & creepy effects makes this on par with Doom3. Innovative navigation feature (where to go next) and 3D maps. Interesting and innovative maneuvers in zero-G (not something I
  15. ShaunK
    Apr 18, 2010
    8
    Graphics on this game is good considering i'm able to put everything to max setting without much sacrifice with frame rate. Was concerned about this over the right shoulder view people complain about when getting this game but like all games I've adapted to it and don't mind it, if you can't adapt then don't get this game. Storyline is pretty much a classic type, Graphics on this game is good considering i'm able to put everything to max setting without much sacrifice with frame rate. Was concerned about this over the right shoulder view people complain about when getting this game but like all games I've adapted to it and don't mind it, if you can't adapt then don't get this game. Storyline is pretty much a classic type, aliens have taken over, people go insane, betrayals, hope you get the picture. people have complained about aiming issues, i was nerved about that once to until i noticed the first gun i got had three laser points attached to it. As like Doom 3 it's predictable where aliens pop out of and when after a while in the game or as Mike P said after you get to an objective expect to turn around and fight some aliens. Controls aren't terrible just takes some getting use to. Brightness for the game is awfully high for a horror game tried to dim it down but found out the very lowest is still exceptionally bright. If your iffy on getting it wait till it is twenty dollars or less to get it.… Expand
  16. MarkJ.
    Oct 24, 2008
    8
    I tend to look at third-person shooter games as a sort of secondary market to the more common first person shooter genre; however Dead Space surprised me. When I was expecting a Hitman: Contracts nostalgia trip, I received a story worthy of publication - and deservedly so with its 7.4GB of size.
  17. SJT-Ruler*
    Feb 7, 2009
    8
    The controls are pretty bad, luckily, if you are an experienced PC Gamer, you will find the enemies rather slow so in the end you will be more of a horror to them then they are to you. Speaking of which, it's supposed to be a really scary game, but I can't say it is. Not one time I was scared. Well, only one time I thought "What the hell?" when I entered a vacuum in space and an The controls are pretty bad, luckily, if you are an experienced PC Gamer, you will find the enemies rather slow so in the end you will be more of a horror to them then they are to you. Speaking of which, it's supposed to be a really scary game, but I can't say it is. Not one time I was scared. Well, only one time I thought "What the hell?" when I entered a vacuum in space and an enemy suddenly hit me from behind a wall, but it didn't scare me. Other than that, often a sudden change in music or a roar from the enemy indicates that you are about to be ambushed. Not to mention that the area you are in will be in lockdown untill all enemies are complete, making it rather easy to know if there are still enemies left or not. The bosses look great, pretty epic. The last time I saw such fun bosses was in Crysis. Overall, the game is pretty enjoyable, and a good gameplay system. However, it only partly lives up to it's promises as it's factor for being scary is rather low.… Expand
  18. ColbyA.
    Oct 27, 2008
    8
    An enjoyable survival-horror. The graphics are good, the gameplay is fun, and I liked the weapons (which felt original) - however, and it is inevitable, there are a lot of unoriginal ideas. SPOILERS: The Necromorphs resemble the Halo's Flood - controlled by a gigantic hivemind, reproduces from dead bodies, etc. I do like the chosen focus on dismemberment, however. Honestly, the game An enjoyable survival-horror. The graphics are good, the gameplay is fun, and I liked the weapons (which felt original) - however, and it is inevitable, there are a lot of unoriginal ideas. SPOILERS: The Necromorphs resemble the Halo's Flood - controlled by a gigantic hivemind, reproduces from dead bodies, etc. I do like the chosen focus on dismemberment, however. Honestly, the game was too easy on Medium, and some of the efforts at making the game scary fell a little short. The low sensitivity,,, wasn't really that sluggish and I quickly adjusted to it. But the storyline was interesting. I clearly see a sequel in the future, and will likely play it. I just still don't understand the ending.… Expand
  19. JackB.
    Oct 29, 2008
    8
    I love it, Its a fantastic game for the PC, survuval horror at its best. Some parts get a little 'Ah i saw that coming' but otherwise it has been a great game so far. I am at mission 06 and its great fun nice and scary and the story is really fun. If you get the chance watch Dead space Downfall DVD and it gives you some backstory to the game. Overall 8/10
  20. AlexH
    Jan 19, 2009
    8
    Norman and Bryan: newfags can't disable vsync!

    The mouse controls are terrible until you do the above, and then they are fine. Great game, I already owned it on PS3 and I still had to have it for PC. You may want to make sure your rig can run it, but if it can, I highly recommend this game.
  21. JoelT
    Feb 15, 2009
    8
    Are you people serious? It is a fun game, don't get me wrong. Online, offline, it's still fun... For about 15 minutes. Then it just gets tedious and repetitive and stops being fun. It quickly becomes going through the motions and it isn't exactly that rewarding. There's no real point to the missions besides escape. There's nothing that makes it like the titles Are you people serious? It is a fun game, don't get me wrong. Online, offline, it's still fun... For about 15 minutes. Then it just gets tedious and repetitive and stops being fun. It quickly becomes going through the motions and it isn't exactly that rewarding. There's no real point to the missions besides escape. There's nothing that makes it like the titles that are big today. No actual variety in weapons (GoW2) no moral dilemmas (Fallout 3) no deep storyline (bioshock) this game is only 1 thing. shoot shoot shoot shoot shoot, reload, shoot shoot shoot, get evacuated. Boring... oh, and do the characters need to say "reloading!" every 10 seconds? it really is annoying. Tell me I'm not the only one bothered by that.… Expand
  22. Duckman
    Dec 18, 2008
    8
    I don't usually care about what other people say about a game, but today, I will make an exception as I have to use all my power to destroy Bryan T. and his ridiculous comments about this game. I am not criticizing him for not liking this game because everyone has different taste. But to give a completely inaccruate response about the game just made him a liar as he probably never I don't usually care about what other people say about a game, but today, I will make an exception as I have to use all my power to destroy Bryan T. and his ridiculous comments about this game. I am not criticizing him for not liking this game because everyone has different taste. But to give a completely inaccruate response about the game just made him a liar as he probably never played this game at all. Quote: "I don't know about you, but I wanna be able to aim AND side step at the same time. This same problem ruined Resident Evil 4 for me." Are you sure you were playing dead space? You CAN MOVE AND SHOOT AT THE SAME TIME LIKE SPLINTER CELL DAMN IT.. If you have problems with the reticule not moving fast enough, YOU CAN CHANGE THE MOUSE SENSITIVITY IN THE MENU OPTION YOU IDIOT. But even with that said I do agree the control is a bit sluggish and the third person camera angle is a bit wonky expecially when playing this game in a standard 4:3 monitor. I suggest playing this game with a widescreen monitor, I believe the game is designed with that in mind. Now, my opinion. The story for this game borrows heavily from many all too familiar sci-fi horror movies in the past but still manage to make it entertaining and it is decent. The graphic is superb. The environment of the ship is absolutely gorgeous to look. The monsters are so hideous to look at and the animation really made them feel relaistic and they will haunt your dreams for the next couple of weeks. It has all the ingredients for a good survival horror and Dead Space delivers all of them at a high level. Really worth checking out for anyone who like a good scare in the middle of the night.… Expand
  23. DanielJ.
    Jan 21, 2009
    8
    This is a really great game! However, at first I was rather dissappointed with the noticeable amount of mouse lag and the third-person over-the-shoulder-camera-view where the main character blocked a significant portion of the view. But after switching off vsync and changing to a widescreen resolution, both of these initially quite annoying problems almost vanished and allowed me to This is a really great game! However, at first I was rather dissappointed with the noticeable amount of mouse lag and the third-person over-the-shoulder-camera-view where the main character blocked a significant portion of the view. But after switching off vsync and changing to a widescreen resolution, both of these initially quite annoying problems almost vanished and allowed me to discover what a thoroughly enjoyable and suspense-filled, atmospheric sci-fi "horror" shooter it really was. The "strategic maiming" sets it apart from many other games and is actually rather fun. It can be quite challenging at times - you need to aim both well and quick since you are often ambushed by several creatures at once. All in all highly recommended for fans of the genre!… Expand
  24. Nath
    May 14, 2009
    8
    Great game, but the controls are terrible without a pad. Really wanna give it a 9, but it lacks that certain something which i cannot quite place.
  25. ElginM.
    Dec 21, 2008
    8
    Good: immersive environment, tactical combat (versus mindless blasting), diverse array of enemies Bad: you feel like an intern (Isaac, fix this...Isaac, bring that schematic to me), dreary and cramped environment the entire time, startling rather than scary.
  26. Roeyl
    Jul 21, 2011
    8
    A cleverly made game, although not as scary as I hoped but I jumped a few times. I see a lot of complaining about the PC port here but I found the game perfectly playable, just some getting used to at first (but it would be better with a wider view). The story is good and contains a few nice twists, the graphics and environment designs are quite nice (I liked the fact that there's noA cleverly made game, although not as scary as I hoped but I jumped a few times. I see a lot of complaining about the PC port here but I found the game perfectly playable, just some getting used to at first (but it would be better with a wider view). The story is good and contains a few nice twists, the graphics and environment designs are quite nice (I liked the fact that there's no hud), and no need of a super computer. I liked the "no gravity" gameplay, but it can get really confusing as to finding the ground again and since you don't have a wide view (which is okay in small corridors) it is difficult to spot enemies. I found the objective track clever and very useful as it allows you to know exactly where to go. Being able to upgrade your equipment as you wish and to dispose your inventory as you see fit is quite nice. There's about 12 chapters in the game that takes around 1h to complete each.
    So all in all, it's not the best game of all time nor is it a very innovative one but it is well achieved and worth playing.    … Expand
  27. Foxtwo
    Jan 6, 2011
    8
    This game is and will always be for a specific niche. I own it on the xbox and the PC (friends can be generous) I definitely think the console is the way to go just due to the use of 2 sticks rather then a mouse. however I have seen so many complaints about mouse lag, if you experience mouse lag you disable vsync. the game was made for the console but its still quite playable on the PC.This game is and will always be for a specific niche. I own it on the xbox and the PC (friends can be generous) I definitely think the console is the way to go just due to the use of 2 sticks rather then a mouse. however I have seen so many complaints about mouse lag, if you experience mouse lag you disable vsync. the game was made for the console but its still quite playable on the PC. many people will find the games psychological story to be much better then the horror side of it. games today have come to be dumbed down versions in not just controls but story as well. seeing that dead space has a rich lore and history was a nice fresh experience. most of the ships and characters armor are very gothic in styling, while weapons are all improvised from a mining ship. damn good game, scary credits… Expand
  28. Axis
    May 9, 2011
    8
    Dead Space is a fun horror scifi game where alien meets fear meets a bit of mass effect. While it does have some flaws there is plenty of fun to be had here. The PC port is rather bad comparatively. For all the users who have given the game a 0 or low score due to the established issues with this port (spinning camera, laggy mouse movement, Windows cursor appearing ingame) try using googleDead Space is a fun horror scifi game where alien meets fear meets a bit of mass effect. While it does have some flaws there is plenty of fun to be had here. The PC port is rather bad comparatively. For all the users who have given the game a 0 or low score due to the established issues with this port (spinning camera, laggy mouse movement, Windows cursor appearing ingame) try using google and your brain. It would make me respect you more then watching the froth come out of your mouths. I am sorry you wasted your money but here is a secret... it's not wasted if you fix what's wrong. I had every one of those issues and solved them all with about 5 minutes of online research. That being said, yes... EA loses rep for such a bad port. But with everything working well the game is scary, fun, pretty to look at with all graphics cranked up to High, ambient occlusion turned on @ 1920 x 1200 rez. My PC is no beast and it handles this game extremely well.

    I am not a huge fan of horror games but I am enjoying the atmosphere and the gameplay very much. It says a lot when I turn the lights off and play in the dark when I sit down to run thru some Dead Space. You will have fun providing you can work through the aforementioned bugs in this PC port. It may not be fun to do but it's not hard either, take the time and you will be rewarded with a better experience then the console because, despite what people say... any fps game will be served much better by using a mouse/keyboard then a controller. Even this one, which is obviously riding the line with it's 3rd person view. Overall a good solid game experience. 1 point off for the bad port.    … Expand
  29. AlienSpaceBats
    Jul 6, 2013
    8
    A (minor?) modern classic, reminds of System Shock and the original Resident Evil with a neat narrative thrown in. Sound and visual design is excellent and gameplay is sufficiently nerve-wracking at times thanks to the claustrophobic, over-the-shoulder 3rd person view and unintentionally unresponsive mouse controls.
  30. Gamersson
    Oct 21, 2011
    8
    Dead Space is a good action game. It has a thrilling atmosphere even though it isn't so scary as I supposed it to be. Also dismembering large packs of grotesque monsters is very rewarding. Main drawbacks are controls (you can't use arrow keys to move e.g.) and mouse movement is unwieldy.
  31. laxleonidas
    Sep 16, 2011
    8
    Tight tunels. Weak weapon in your hand. Horrible creatures above and below you. yes, Dead Space, despite of predictable horror tricks, shows, how modern survival horrors looks like.
  32. FormerHuman
    Nov 5, 2011
    8
    I've had a pretty good time with this game, although it's got it's flaws, for the most part it is so well executed they are entirely forgiven.

    First things first, there are a few minor technical issues, seemingly more of an issue for some users than they were for me. Sure enough, a common problem with many console ports it seems is V-Sync related mouse lag, a real party pooper. I had it    I've had a pretty good time with this game, although it's got it's flaws, for the most part it is so well executed they are entirely forgiven.

    First things first, there are a few minor technical issues, seemingly more of an issue for some users than they were for me. Sure enough, a common problem with many console ports it seems is V-Sync related mouse lag, a real party pooper. I had it with Deus Ex Human Revolution (just used a 360 controller instead, no lag there) and sure enough I had it with Dead Space, however disabling V-Sync removed the lag and boosted the framerate quite significantly. There are a few jagged edges (the game doesn't allow variable anti-aliasing settings) but it still looks better than it does on the consoles, so I won't complain.

    Technical issues aside, there are some interesting 'tributes' to a certain 1999 classic, System Shock 2. Aside from the obvious setting similarities, and occasional gameplay comparisons that could be made, there are very significant parts of plot that are basically lifted from that older game (an entire mission on the hydroponics deck is basically the same as it appears in SS2), which isn't any great sin, but it's indicative of a generally derivative tone for the bulk of the game. The monsters are largely a mixture between the creature effects from John Carpenters film 'The Thing', and the Los Ganados from Resident Evil 4. Again, nothing terribly wrong with this, they are imaginatively rendered and truly gruesome, but still, not particularly original.

    The games visuals are stunningly realised, the game is simply gorgeous. The atmosphere is unrelentingly pressurised, making the game deeply tense throughout, with many scares of the typically jumpy variety underpinned by genuine discomfort. The sound design is superb, with a cacophany of terrible screams, moans, rumblings and sounds of all things liquid bursting, popping and spilling everywhere. The weapons, though there are few of them, feel suitably powerful and quite capable all of them at dismembering enemies - though some rather rough physics tends to make body parts and other objects sort of flop and roll around quite comically, the high volume of blood and accompanying squishy noises tends to nullify any distraction this might cause.

    The game is a reasonable length, though not particularly long, and reasonably challenging on 'Normal' difficulty, though the learning curve is somewhat steep at the beginning (prepare to die often for the first hour or two), it balances out and eventually becomes perhaps a little easy once you get the hang of managing your weapons and ammunition properly.

    Items are at first quite sparse, and upgrades (via 'power nodes') are a slow but sure process for weapons and your suit armour, but later in the game, when weapons are powered up, less ammunition is needed, and so you tend to end up with an abundance of it in my experience. There is something of an imbalance, but it is not dreadful - after all, despite the game becoming less plainly difficult, there are many sections that will still get your adrenaline pounding as some truly horrific creatures come bounding towards you, eyes-a-glowing.

    So, a fun game, with some niggly flaws but on the whole there is little that could actually be described as being 'bad' about the game, but it could be more original and there is room for improvement - of which, so far, Dead Space 2 has in some ways definitely fixed, but there are other things that the first game gets right that the sequel does not (I'm past the half-way point already with DS2 after only maybe three or four hours worth - this game is definitely going to be over quickly, whereas DS1 is slower paced and more tense).

    A very good game, but perhaps not quite original enough to be a true classic.    … Expand
  33. MojoPatrol
    Oct 28, 2011
    8
    When I first picked up this game I faced similar issues as many other players on the PC platform. As I booted up the campaign and got approximately 4 minutes into the game I began to ask myself, "what sort of mad drunken sailor came up with the controls?" Even with rebinding I found myself wobbling down corridors and frequently pressing keys I'd always attributed as safety keys becoming aWhen I first picked up this game I faced similar issues as many other players on the PC platform. As I booted up the campaign and got approximately 4 minutes into the game I began to ask myself, "what sort of mad drunken sailor came up with the controls?" Even with rebinding I found myself wobbling down corridors and frequently pressing keys I'd always attributed as safety keys becoming a pain as Isaac would end up trying to force pull a necromorph towards me. Also as an aside, what sort of game outside of strict RPGs doesn't allow you to jump?! But putting my initial frustrations aside I will say this, Deadspace delivers on the scare while keeping things entertaining enough to mask the generally linear game play. In my first go around of play I found out very early on that ammo and health become a rarity into the later levels and a restart later saw me utilizing the vault much more frequently in the stores to store precious ammo and other goodies for later undertakings. I found that the story-line was very compelling and the few plot twists late in the game, while potentially obvious to somebody more intuitive than myself, were quite welcome and enjoyable in a gaming scene where you can usually see conclusions coming a mile away. The range of weapons was quite good and while I chose not to use them due to the randomization of ammo drops based on your arsenal, I found there were multiple ways to dismember and destroy. Overall once you can get used to the awkward controls (I'd recommend going through the first level on easy to get yourself settled then restarting on a harder difficulty) the story line is interesting enough to keep you playing, the puzzles are just difficult enough for interest but not so hard that you're pulling your hair out trying to figure out what to do, and the game play (controls aside) is a good mix of fright and fight to keep you on your toes. Honestly, I was so curious to find out what happened to Isaac at the end of the first game that I had to go out and buy the second one! Generally a good game for the horror/sci-fi fans out there and the control issues were greatly improved for #2.… Expand
  34. Freez
    Nov 1, 2012
    8
    Im writing this review as of nov 1st 2012. From my experience, its a good game, fun, nice upgrade system. The only problem i have is that the first gun you get is pretty much the best for the rest of the game, for a fps fan this isnt cool....storys like a doom 3, characters are fine, voice overs are ok, nothing special. Its scary for the first 10 mins you play, untill you realize how easyIm writing this review as of nov 1st 2012. From my experience, its a good game, fun, nice upgrade system. The only problem i have is that the first gun you get is pretty much the best for the rest of the game, for a fps fan this isnt cool....storys like a doom 3, characters are fine, voice overs are ok, nothing special. Its scary for the first 10 mins you play, untill you realize how easy it is to kill anything that comes your way. I played in normal difficulty, and it was quite easy, plenty of ammo, you should be upgraded fully by chaper 7 which doesnt take long aslong as you only upgrade 1 gun, the first gun, which is the best but otherwise, graphics were good, gameplay good (i hear people had problems with this pc port, i didnt so no comment on that) anyways, all in all it was a fun, was a well done game, id reccomend it to anyone who likes horror fps....The fact that the first gun u get is the best ( yes i tryed them all ) kinda ruined the fps factor for me, but it was still fun. Oh and some said the hude character in the screen blocks everything, its true for the first bit, but after a few hours you dont even pay attention to it and its a fps, atleast i thought so.… Expand
  35. keefbaker
    Oct 27, 2013
    8
    Great survival space horror with some genuinely tense moments. It may be a console port but the UI and controls are intuitive enough for it to not matter.
  36. BurgundyBob
    Jan 4, 2012
    8
    When I first started playing the game the controls seemed a bit off. It had a noticeable delay. I made some tweaks to the sensitivity, but it didn't really fix it much. It was kinda of annoying for a while, but after the first 2 chapters I got used to it. Aside from the controls, the game was glorious. The detail in the levels and aliens were astounding. They didn't skimp on anything itWhen I first started playing the game the controls seemed a bit off. It had a noticeable delay. I made some tweaks to the sensitivity, but it didn't really fix it much. It was kinda of annoying for a while, but after the first 2 chapters I got used to it. Aside from the controls, the game was glorious. The detail in the levels and aliens were astounding. They didn't skimp on anything it seemed. The cinematic sequences were so well done. I loved dieing just so i could watch the aliens nom my face off. No 2 deaths were the same. This game also has a very high fear factor. It keeps you on edge the whole game. You never know whats gunna pop around that corner. If you can overlook the the slightly laggy controls, you'll definitely be able to enjoy this game.… Expand
  37. Astronauta10
    Mar 18, 2012
    8
    Dead Space was really one of the best games that survivor horror that i have played in my life, and a game where you have things that you do not hold and scenes extremely macabre, where is completely player, incredible graphics and the gameplay too, I recommend.
  38. optiontrader
    Jun 22, 2012
    8
    DeadSpace1 (PC Version) is a great game, not as good as DS2, because of the gaming control. Watching left and right is not as sensitive as up and down, I wasn't able to fix this. The "console" feeling doesn't matter at all. Overall you have an interesting story and many shocking events. If you like the movie "Event Horizon" you will love Dead Space!
  39. TheReviewMonkey
    Dec 22, 2012
    8
    Really, really good. Dead Space. That's such a name, isn't it? The game, once opened up, has a very tense menu, then, the introduction is intense too, showing off beautiful shading, and polygonal detail. There are hundreds of models, from cables on the walls, benches and Pipes, to little paper cups, this game has the detail of a real architectural design. The sound design is fantastic, asReally, really good. Dead Space. That's such a name, isn't it? The game, once opened up, has a very tense menu, then, the introduction is intense too, showing off beautiful shading, and polygonal detail. There are hundreds of models, from cables on the walls, benches and Pipes, to little paper cups, this game has the detail of a real architectural design. The sound design is fantastic, as you hear echoey chiming and something scratching in the walls, and the graphics are quite well shaded, but once a light gets too bright on a texture or something small, it looks... watercoloury... The game is intense, gut wrenching and addictive, however feeling slightly stiff. The game is only slightly short, but secrets make you play again and again. :D Smile!… Expand
  40. ninja_dolphin
    Feb 3, 2013
    8
    I usually don't like survival horror games like resident evil or silent hill but dead space was probably one of the most tense and enjoyable games I've played in a long time. It has such an amazing atmosphere that sucks you in with fantastic sound design which can scare you just as much as the horrifying monsters. The gun play is great as it limits you with scarce ammo but is rarelyI usually don't like survival horror games like resident evil or silent hill but dead space was probably one of the most tense and enjoyable games I've played in a long time. It has such an amazing atmosphere that sucks you in with fantastic sound design which can scare you just as much as the horrifying monsters. The gun play is great as it limits you with scarce ammo but is rarely frustrating. The main problem that stops me from giving this game a nine or ten is that late in the game the game starts to lose its creepy atmosphere and starts to focus on combat which leads to some frustrations as fighting large groups is awkward. Overall though the game is insanely atmospheric and the world sucks you in and proceeds to frighten the crap out of you. I'd say this and its sequel are the best horror games on modern consoles possibly ever!… Expand
  41. DarkDefender
    Feb 6, 2013
    8
    The original and the best. Better than Dead Space 2 and 3. This is the scariest game in the series. The dark and gloomy atmosphere aboard a ship in space which has been overrun with infected creatures causes me to become stressed when I'm playing but in a good way. I had to scrounge around for ammo and medkits because resources are scarce. Great game still today. Highly recommended if youThe original and the best. Better than Dead Space 2 and 3. This is the scariest game in the series. The dark and gloomy atmosphere aboard a ship in space which has been overrun with infected creatures causes me to become stressed when I'm playing but in a good way. I had to scrounge around for ammo and medkits because resources are scarce. Great game still today. Highly recommended if you seek a game with a tense atmosphere, soundtrack and premise. 8/10… Expand
  42. FruitCakeHD
    Jun 10, 2014
    8
    Dead Space is definitely a true horror game, one that (really, really) leaves you on the edge of your seat. However, this game suffers from linearity, unfortunately. The story-telling is otherwise superb.
  43. Rem
    Dec 26, 2016
    8
    Isaac Clarke is quite literally the unluckiest engineer in the universe, having to fend off the unrelenting hordes of the necromorphs while uncovering a rather macabre cult centered around offing themselves can be taxing. Dead Space provides this premise in one of the more memorable survival horror games of the generation.

    The gameplay of Dead Space is centered around Isaac utilizing    Isaac Clarke is quite literally the unluckiest engineer in the universe, having to fend off the unrelenting hordes of the necromorphs while uncovering a rather macabre cult centered around offing themselves can be taxing. Dead Space provides this premise in one of the more memorable survival horror games of the generation.

    The gameplay of Dead Space is centered around Isaac utilizing everyday engineering tools to fight off the necromorphs not by simple chest shots, but by dismemberment which doles out more punishment. Using the third person control scheme, Dead Space's combat is extremely satisfying since every shot feels like it has impact and the dismemberment of enemies is astounding in an audiovisual standpoint. Backing this up is the game's attempt to immerse you with the lack of a distracting HUD. Everything is displayed in real time or displayed on Isaac's person himself, increasing the immersion and tension twofold.

    The setting where the game takes place, the USG Ishimura, is a deeply interesting and terrifying place to explore but gods be damned if they don't have half of all the flickering lights in existence. Despite that, it is a believable place where people lived once and takes Isaac into countless memorable places. The necromorphs that inhabit this decrepit setting serves as the real star of Dead Space. They're expertly designed while being just as disturbing. The regenerator in particular served as an exciting setpiece with how it cannot be killed with conventional means forcing you to use the environment to dispose of it. Enemy encounter is well paced throughout the Ishimura although I wished there were a few more enemy types to vary the encounters a slight bit.

    The story which serves as the driving force of the game centers around Isaac Clarke navigating the Ishimura in search of his girlfriend Nicole, who is somewhere in the Necromorph infested ship. The story takes cues from films like Event Horizon and the original Alien by instilling a fear of both dread and mystery. While slightly on the predictable in terms of who double crosses who, the plot is enthralling and serves the mood and tone of the story incredibly well. Although I didn't enjoy the ending as much as I would like considering it ends too much like a horror film. The layer of intrigue and memos scattered about covey just enough information to the player to prod them about without getting too exposition heavy, though at one point the supposed villain delivers an unnecessary exposition dump. The characters that inhabit Dead Space deliver some eye rolling lines but behave appropriately for the given situation and their voice acting is well above average.

    Despite the number of praises I might have for the game, Dead Space fails to deliver in one key area: horror. The first few hours of Dead Space are without a doubt excruciatingly terrifying given that this is the player's first encounter with the Necromorphs supplemented by the phenomenal sound design, which is an excellent mix of ambient and panic. However, the game loses much of its horror towards its conclusion not as a result of non-terrifying enemies, but rather how you encounter them and the tools the game gives you. Playing Dead Space on normal was shockingly easy to get by and because of that, enemies don't terrify you if you don't fear dying in-game. This is added by the fact the game throws enemies at you like mad. It's important to convey horror by pacing the horror to build suspense, and instead Dead Space throws enemies at you whenever possible. It becomes predictable to guess where they may come about and because of this repetition, the horror aspect become almost a distant reality and makes way for the fun of the game, which becomes its saving grace.

    Dead Space failing in this cornerstone should not detract players from enjoying one of the finer survival horror games in a long time. The gameplay is excellent and gratifying backed by an upgrade system that encourages a second run (though the lack of changing difficulties is a bummer). The sound design is pitch perfect. The plot is interesting and ambitious, which caters an awesome setting to explore. Dead Space more than makes up its shortcoming by being that game in the unorthodox survival horror game which prioritizes fun over scares, and I'm more than happy for that.    … Expand
  44. player4321
    Jul 6, 2013
    8
    A simplified review for novice gamers
    Graphics:
    Pretty nice but some times clunky especially the corpses of the dead some may get stuck on a wall Sound: Very good also the voice acting is great Story: Solid but sometimes players might get lost in it but everything gets clear in the end Game play: Great but could have been just a little bet better as sometimes the player might feel    A simplified review for novice gamers
    Graphics:
    Pretty nice but some times clunky especially the corpses of the dead some may get stuck on a wall
    Sound:
    Very good also the voice acting is great
    Story:
    Solid but sometimes players might get lost in it but everything gets clear in the end
    Game play:
    Great but could have been just a little bet better as sometimes the player might feel that his or her enemies is way powerful and sometimes survival gets very tough
    Overall Dead space as a fine third person shooter game but it just needed a little twist    … Expand
  45. banditpwn
    Aug 21, 2013
    8
    From the very beginning of the game, Dead Space is one giant thrill ride. The game play is fresh (killing stuff with mining equipment is just too cool) and some of the disturbing images will stay with you for a while. The horror aspect is top notch leaving the thought in your mind that you are never safe while giving the actual encounters a special degree of unpredictability. Graphics areFrom the very beginning of the game, Dead Space is one giant thrill ride. The game play is fresh (killing stuff with mining equipment is just too cool) and some of the disturbing images will stay with you for a while. The horror aspect is top notch leaving the thought in your mind that you are never safe while giving the actual encounters a special degree of unpredictability. Graphics are great, controls work fine, but it does get a little tiring seeing the same sections of the ship over and over. Dead Space is a solid 8, maybe a 9 if the combat was a little better.… Expand
  46. Mahdiar
    Jul 6, 2016
    8
    Gameplay : 8
    Graphics : 8
    Story : 7
    Sound : 8
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    Overall : 8
  47. Ghostflakes
    Nov 13, 2013
    8
    I really enjoyed the game and this is coming from a person that dislikes horror stuff. The controls are horrible, but I guess it does add to the panic your going to be facing in this game. I haven't experienced any bugs really. I did not like the map interface, and just avoided using it. Luckily the game has a feature called a breadcrumb pathway to show you the way. Upgrading your weaponI really enjoyed the game and this is coming from a person that dislikes horror stuff. The controls are horrible, but I guess it does add to the panic your going to be facing in this game. I haven't experienced any bugs really. I did not like the map interface, and just avoided using it. Luckily the game has a feature called a breadcrumb pathway to show you the way. Upgrading your weapon and upgrading your suit feels really satisfying knowing that your much more prepared to fight whats ahead.… Expand
  48. Krizuwe
    Jan 22, 2014
    8
    Un juego con toques de survival horror en el que estar solo en el espacio y con una ambientación siniestra y lúgubre ayuda a que te metas de lleno en el juego y su trama, lo recomiendo si te gusta los juegos de mezcla terror/shooter. Jugabilidad buena Los graficos tambien son buenos y el sonido con toques siniestros le da un buen punto al juego, de todas maneras deja que desear bastante yUn juego con toques de survival horror en el que estar solo en el espacio y con una ambientación siniestra y lúgubre ayuda a que te metas de lleno en el juego y su trama, lo recomiendo si te gusta los juegos de mezcla terror/shooter. Jugabilidad buena Los graficos tambien son buenos y el sonido con toques siniestros le da un buen punto al juego, de todas maneras deja que desear bastante y se te puede hacer repetitivo.… Expand
  49. RunicDragons
    Jan 5, 2014
    8
    One of the best horror games out there with disturbingly brutal environments, fear-provoking action and a story-line which stays interesting to the end. However, the controls are not the best I've seen, and the movements and sensitivity feels too "floaty".
  50. parenter
    Apr 6, 2014
    8
    This is a good game, but not always scary as they say, are more instant scares.

    Graphics: Because the truth esque 2008 are great.
    Gameplay: Very comfortable to play, but third-person shooter is not always great.
    Multiplayer: None,
    Duration: You will spend it within 10 hours.
  51. Tomle1202
    May 11, 2022
    8
    Get ready to be terrified of Dead Space's superbly intense horrors, as well as its nightmarish PC port quality.
  52. jelikey
    Sep 10, 2015
    8
    An enjoyable survival-horror. The graphics are good, the gameplay is fun, and I liked the weapons (which felt original) - however, and it is inevitable, there are a lot of unoriginal ideas.
  53. SuperkenGaming
    Oct 17, 2015
    8
    Dead Space
    Beginning, end, and a bunch of dead space.
    Dead Space is a 3rd person shooter, survival horror game. You start the game out on a rescue mission, and you crash on a giant ship, you quickly find out that some crazy stuff is going on, and by quickly, I mean like, 3 minutes in and you’re ready to go home. Dead space is absolutely terrifying. The game is dark, takes place in    Dead Space
    Beginning, end, and a bunch of dead space.
    Dead Space is a 3rd person shooter, survival horror game.
    You start the game out on a rescue mission, and you crash on a giant ship, you quickly find out that some crazy stuff is going on, and by quickly, I mean like, 3 minutes in and you’re ready to go home.
    Dead space is absolutely terrifying.
    The game is dark, takes place in this massive ship you crash landed on and this ship is crawling with creepy alien creatures.
    They come out of nowhere, it’s almost impossible to tell when or when they aren’t going to come after you.
    They crawl out of vents, you’ll see them and think great time for a showdown, and nothing happens, or you’ll completely miss the vents on the ceiling and one will hop down on top of you.
    You never get used them.
    Maybe eventually you do... but as soon as you do, they fix that.
    The terror is nonstop from beginning til end.
    These encounters are so terrifying because they are spread out perfectly.
    You spend more time relaxed running through dark halls than you do actually fighting.
    You can fight off these creatures with guns or stomp them to death.
    There are a variety of schematics you’ll find on the ship that you can take back to the store to purchase a new suit upgrade or a new weapon.
    You can carry up to 4 weapons at a time, and more ammo and med packs as you level up your suit.
    You can also collect power nodes to level up your weapons.
    Dead Space does a great job of giving you plenty of ammo while at the same time making you feel like you hardly have any, always keeping you tense.
    The downside though is that Dead Space is insanely repetitive.
    It’s hard to notice for the first 4 chapters of the game because the world feels so fresh, and you can’t help but smile at the influence modern games have borrowed from dead space, but all 12 chapters is nonstop follow the line, shoot things in your way, press the button, come back, do this about 3 or 4 times, get to the train, repeat chapter after chapter after chapter.
    Then they add in 0 gravity sections which can be pretty cool, but it quickly becomes boring and seems far too gimmicky as it was way over used.
    1 or 2 awesome 0 gravity sections would’ve been plenty enough.
    The ability to slow time and use telekinesis does make some sections a tiny bit more interesting and there are a handful of bosses in dead space, but none of them really stuck out of felt special to me.
    Dead Space is a horror game classic way ahead of its time and a must play for horror fans.
    I found the game insanely addictive at times, even though it tends to drag things out just a little too long.
    For what it is
    3rd Person Shooter/Survival Horror
    8/10

    Overall:
    8/10    … Expand
  54. batbaille
    Feb 28, 2015
    8
    Good game, a lot of stress . We hesitate to each corridor corners . the scenario is crazy but we want to understand why.
    Excellent horror games in space and yet I am not too ammateur the genre.
  55. destiny6573
    Jul 16, 2015
    8
    it is like Left 4 Dead And resident evil Had A Baby This Game Is A Hard And Gorey Game That Has Third Person And A Person Named Issac Clark Got Caught In The Necromorph Virus The Marker Gave Him A Bluprint Of The Marker Its self Issac Was Being Held Captive By Earthgov To Read His Mind To Make More Markers Issacs Mind Was Thinking To Destroy Or Build Them
  56. CntrlAltDel101
    Oct 1, 2015
    8
    Dead Space is punishing and terrifying. Blood, guts and scares galore this is an absolute must play for any scifi horror fans.

    The alternate fire mode on weapons really spice up the game play.
  57. kylocosplay
    Aug 13, 2021
    8
    Vi que lo tenía en Origin y tras ver el teaser trailer del remake de Dead Space me entraron ganas de jugar al original. He de decir que he tenido la misma tensión y terror igual que cuando lo jugué en PS3 por primera vez. El poder jugarlo a 60 fps con todos los gráficos al máximo se ve de miedo y nunca mejor dicho. La jugabilidad y la cámara donde se encuentra es el mejor ángulo para losVi que lo tenía en Origin y tras ver el teaser trailer del remake de Dead Space me entraron ganas de jugar al original. He de decir que he tenido la misma tensión y terror igual que cuando lo jugué en PS3 por primera vez. El poder jugarlo a 60 fps con todos los gráficos al máximo se ve de miedo y nunca mejor dicho. La jugabilidad y la cámara donde se encuentra es el mejor ángulo para los juegos de terror. La variedad de armas y lo rejugable que es hace que sean muchas horas de juego y la historia es muy buena con mucho lore. En unas 10 horas lo terminé, recomendado.… Expand
  58. muzmuz
    Dec 22, 2015
    8
    It might be late for me to review this, but Dead Space is totally a game that every horror-shooter gamers would not want to miss. If not for the sometimes-inconvenient controls, I'd be giving Dead Space a perfect score. Nonetheless, you won't notice that this game is 2008, because Dead Space overall can still honestly compete with games that are released today.
  59. VoxMare
    Mar 5, 2017
    8
    DeadSpace -- это очень "стандартный" хоррор, который изготовлен чуть ли не по шаблону, но тем и хорош. Особенно он хорош в наши дни, когда жанр хорроров"А давай побегаем от НЕХ" стали доминирующими -- куда не плюнь, везде слабый протагонист и непобедимые монстры. DS же другой -- он, следуя всем лекалам жанра, умудряется выглядеть в наши дни оригинальным. И пускай взор любителя сего жанраDeadSpace -- это очень "стандартный" хоррор, который изготовлен чуть ли не по шаблону, но тем и хорош. Особенно он хорош в наши дни, когда жанр хорроров"А давай побегаем от НЕХ" стали доминирующими -- куда не плюнь, везде слабый протагонист и непобедимые монстры. DS же другой -- он, следуя всем лекалам жанра, умудряется выглядеть в наши дни оригинальным. И пускай взор любителя сего жанра сразу зацепит в сюжетном плане Чужих, Лавкрафта, Нечто, SS и, конечно же, классический геймплей: "ищем ключ, который откроет дверь, за которой еще один ключ", игра все же приносит удовольствие. Я потратил на ее 20 часов(несмотря на уверения стима в 13) и ни разу мне не было скучно. Классная стрельба, пожалуй одна из лучших, если не лучшая, реализация интерфейса в играх от третьего лица, красивый космос(мне безумно понравились все моменты выхода за пределы корабля), отличные игрища с гравитацией и красивая графика.

    Если обратить взор на недостатки, то пожалуй самым главным будет клишированный сюжет(что, впрочем, искупляется неплохой мифологией) и ужасные интерьеры. Интерьеры как будто вопят "Мы из космоужастика класса Б-Муви, пожалуйста, заберите нас из этой игры, тут нужны специалисты". Конечно, трудно придумать в дизайне космических станций нечто новое, но.. Могли бы попытаться. Плох и финальный акт. Катать чертов Обелиск -- весьма скучно, весьма, вы уж поверьте.

    Но все эти недостатки(кроме дизайна локаций(за исключением космоса)) незначительны на фоне просто таки профессиональной работы в жанре хоррор. Все скримеры появляются там где нужно, звуки звучат там, где нужно(и приглушены в космосе, мелочь, а приятно) и игра вполне может пару раз напугать. Жаль, конечно, что игра пугает не идеями, как SH, но все равно приятно. До кучи добавлю не самую плохую локализацию.

    Однозначно рекомендую купить и поиграть.    … Expand
  60. IONOSGAMES
    Nov 4, 2017
    8
    Para empezar, tiene buenos graficos hasta para dia de hoy, una historia interesante que tiene unas vueltas y sorpresas impresionantes. Durante todo el juego nos mandan a la mierda de aqui para alla. El gameplay es divertido, en nivel facil el juego no se disfruta. Os llevareis buenos sustos, combate mas o menos estrategico y con toques de shooter. Una gran joya.
  61. JustSomeGamer
    Jun 30, 2016
    8
    Holy crap this game is scary. This third person horror shooter does almost everything right. The story is cool, the third person style gives a very unique experience (most horror games are first person), the gunplay was good, and the eerie atmosphere is well done too.
  62. LongSword
    Dec 23, 2016
    8
    Игра очень хорошая, но Айзека как будто прокляли, везде какие-то ловушки и все время нужно что то включать, со временем игра становится предсказуемой, но тем не менее игра мне очень понравилась, буду работать над прохождением 2 и 3 части. Моя оценка 8/10.Игра очень хорошая, но Айзека как будто прокляли, везде какие-то ловушки и все время нужно что то включать, со временем игра становится предсказуемой, но тем не менее игра мне очень понравилась, буду работать над прохождением 2 и 3 части. Моя оценка 8/10.
  63. Panica3643D
    Jun 17, 2018
    8
    Игра классная, но с сюжетом перемудрили. От происходящего словил множество фэйспалмов.
  64. mugsy
    May 10, 2020
    8
    Great game. Not very scary, it just relies on jumpscares all the time and after a while you start expecting them and they don't scare you anymore.
  65. Ryuail
    Feb 1, 2020
    8
    This game does something I absolutely love. Minimal, in world UI.
    Health and other information is always available to see, but its not bolted to the upper left corner which allows the player to focus on what matters, namely where they are shooting.
    A heads up for anyone reading this, the game was definitely built for a console and that can certainly be felt in the design and control of    This game does something I absolutely love. Minimal, in world UI.
    Health and other information is always available to see, but its not bolted to the upper left corner which allows the player to focus on what matters, namely where they are shooting.

    A heads up for anyone reading this, the game was definitely built for a console and that can certainly be felt in the design and control of the game. The PC version is certainly very playable on a controller, but it requires adjustments to use mouse & keyboard comfortably.    … Expand
  66. jeidoz
    Jan 26, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Загалос процитую відгук в Steam:
    "Игроки в Outlast и похожые игры: пук-среньк не увибай страшна
    Игроки в Dead Space: ТЫ ЩАС ПИЗДЫ ПОЛУЧИШЬ ЗА ТО ЧТО Я ОБОСРАЛСЯ"

    Атмосфера заїбись. Йдеш і очікуєш засади із любого вент люка. Першу половину гри проходиш на одному подиху. Далі вже не настільки весело: на початку тобі не хватає місця в інвентарі через перший рівень костюму, а після половини гри у тебе місце є, а обойми швидко закінчуються, так як моби починають брати кількістю, а босси затяжними битвами. (Ніщо не зрівняється із тим коли ти ВИПАДКОВО пішов на перший босс файт із: плазмовим різаком із 6 зарядами, широким плазмовим різаком, який помалу стріляє і має 5 зарядів, вогнеметом, яким треба в притул до дальнобійного босса йти, і метачем циркулярних пил, снаряди якої навіть не долітають до босса — вот веселощі). Ну і бувають моменти, коли навіть на середньому рівні складності у тебе горить жопа через затянутість завдання (та ж турель на метеорити і октопуса, чи босс в Гідроніці), легендарні завдання із категорії "Айзек піди відремонтуй, піди убий, врятуй нас, розберись з" і передбачуваний сюжет із галюцинаціями (хотя поворот сюжета із членами екіпажу я не очікував). Загалом на оцінку негативно вплинули геймплейні моменти. А так, "Айзек зроби нас єдиним". Піду попробую другу частину, поки підпкиска EA Access за 1 бакс не пропала.    … Expand
  67. mr-NachoMen
    Aug 12, 2019
    8
    Dead Space is the perfect mix of action and horror and it remains being one of the scariest games out there, the premise is extremely easy "a rescue mission that turns into a fight for survival".
    The main point is the setting and ambiance, space... on a desolated ship that is infested with monsters. The sound and environments are spooky and the game makes you feel unease and that there's    Dead Space is the perfect mix of action and horror and it remains being one of the scariest games out there, the premise is extremely easy "a rescue mission that turns into a fight for survival".
    The main point is the setting and ambiance, space... on a desolated ship that is infested with monsters. The sound and environments are spooky and the game makes you feel unease and that there's something waiting for you in the next corner.
    The gameplay is inspired by resident evil 4, but with a crucial factor which is the dismember system, this was a great deal for the game's physics and to kill the enemies.
    Visually the game still holding great in 2019, specially it's lighting and shadows in real time.
    Off course the problem with the game is that the further you progress into the game, nearly to the ending you have a lot of ammo and have upgraded most of your weapons, so basically now you are overpowered and necromorphs are no threat at all.
    But, it is a really scary title that is worth trying if you want to be scared.    … Expand
  68. Darioplay92
    May 21, 2018
    8
    A día de hoy, puedo decir que pocos juegos me han hecho sentir tanto miedo y tensión como Dead Space, es completamente recomendable para cualquier persona amante del terror, su ambientación de ciencia ficción en el espacio es digna de ser recordada durante toda la vida, sea para bien o para mal, una vez juegues a esta obra maestra del terror es por seguro que no la podrás olvidar.
  69. Kotofon
    Nov 18, 2021
    8
    После того, как огромный космический корабль-добытчик руды натыкается на далекой планете на странный артефакт, связь с ним обрывается. Инженер Айзек Кларк отправляется устранить поломку, но прибыв на место, обнаруживает следы кошмарной кровавой резни — команда корабля вырезана и заражена инопланетной болезнью. Айзек отрезан от окружающего мира, заперт на корабле и вынужден отчаянноПосле того, как огромный космический корабль-добытчик руды натыкается на далекой планете на странный артефакт, связь с ним обрывается. Инженер Айзек Кларк отправляется устранить поломку, но прибыв на место, обнаруживает следы кошмарной кровавой резни — команда корабля вырезана и заражена инопланетной болезнью. Айзек отрезан от окружающего мира, заперт на корабле и вынужден отчаянно сражаться за жизнь.… Expand
  70. gameking
    Jan 10, 2020
    8
    Atmosphere is amazing. Gameplay is very different. The maps are very good. It deserves try.
  71. Tilt1k
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    One of the best single-player shooters of its age, you can cut off any limb of enemy and it feels really immersing and natural. A spooky game with a soul not like its successors.
  72. Cz3rw0ny
    Feb 10, 2021
    8
    Great game, very intense settings, a lot of relatively scary moments. This is a game that really got me hooked up, even though I am not really a fan of horror type games.
  73. Soullex
    Nov 30, 2022
    8
    Güzel bir gerginliği var. O kadar telekinezi gibi özelliklerimize rağmen, oyun bize çok fazla mermi veriyor.
  74. res0nancer
    Jul 25, 2023
    8
    Прошел игру в 2020 году и поразился от того, как можно было пропустить такую игру, а ещё больше поразился от того, как хорошо она играется и хорошо смотрится. После недавно пройденного Resident Evil 2 Remake эта игра имела схожее ощущение только с более гнетущей атмосферой и иным сеттингом, а RE2 я просто обожаю. Спустя столько времени не уверен, что можно что-то новое об игре сказать.Прошел игру в 2020 году и поразился от того, как можно было пропустить такую игру, а ещё больше поразился от того, как хорошо она играется и хорошо смотрится. После недавно пройденного Resident Evil 2 Remake эта игра имела схожее ощущение только с более гнетущей атмосферой и иным сеттингом, а RE2 я просто обожаю. Спустя столько времени не уверен, что можно что-то новое об игре сказать. Если вам нравятся хорроры в которых вы можете давать отпор чудищам, прогрессию и около мистическую тематику объединенную с космосом, то стоит попробовать.… Expand
  75. Pardoow
    Sep 8, 2019
    8
    Not really a fan of horror games, but this was an engaging and entertaining game all the way through
  76. sargeheroes
    Feb 23, 2020
    8
    I really liked this game. It was a horriable game. But there is one think I do not like. Although it was very big creature , too easy to kill it. It had just a few action movement and two parts of yellow spores. I expected more harder fight then second boss in this game. I am very disappointed. BBecause of this I gave 8 points
  77. SgAkErRu
    Apr 6, 2021
    8
    Вообще сеттинг прикольный, хотя местами конечно странный. Плохо то, что вся игра - это мочилово пришельцев, и где-то уже на середине игры это надоедает. В общем, в принципе для своих годов неплохо, но я бы не сказал что игра какая-то страшная, все же это больше шутер, чем хоррор. [7.5/10]Вообще сеттинг прикольный, хотя местами конечно странный. Плохо то, что вся игра - это мочилово пришельцев, и где-то уже на середине игры это надоедает. В общем, в принципе для своих годов неплохо, но я бы не сказал что игра какая-то страшная, все же это больше шутер, чем хоррор. [7.5/10]
  78. Piruz
    May 2, 2022
    8
    Quite impressive. Great visuals, that still good in 2022, good sound, shooting and fighting system, intense gameplay, game gives you a couple of moments to think(not hard). But, i would prefer less banal story and less standard missions, with twists maybe
  79. mad_736
    May 7, 2020
    8
    I was too scared to play this one as a kid, so beating it now felt great. The game is fun, has a great environment, and a versatile arsenal you can use to dismember some aliens! I do have a few complaints though, as out of the box Vsync caps you at 30 frames and disabling it will cause game breaking bugs at 2 parts during the game. To fix this just set your graphics to medium during levelI was too scared to play this one as a kid, so beating it now felt great. The game is fun, has a great environment, and a versatile arsenal you can use to dismember some aliens! I do have a few complaints though, as out of the box Vsync caps you at 30 frames and disabling it will cause game breaking bugs at 2 parts during the game. To fix this just set your graphics to medium during level 1 and when youre fighting Dr. Mercers monster and you should be alright. The game also holds your hand a lot which is quite annoying because at parts it really doesnt leave much to the imagination. This also makes the game somewhat easy, even when I played on hard. Its still very spooky however, and I enjoyed it so much I beat it in only 2 days! I highly recommend to horror fans and gamers alike!… Expand
  80. Chubac
    May 14, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great sci-fi horror. The only thing I hate about this game is the asteroid shooting part. It's just unfair and it takes you out of the game.… Expand
  81. Rustick
    Jun 23, 2022
    8
    Интересный сюжет, отличная графика, геймлей невероятно хорош, атмосфера на высоте, некоторые задания удручают отсутствием интереса
  82. demixzz
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    The best space horror, the game is simple even at a high level of complexity.
    Although the game is a difficult genre (Survival Horror) 8/10
  83. ErayTellezi
    Jul 3, 2021
    8
    Tarkovski'nin Solaris filminde garip bir gezegenin, yörüngesindeki gemideki insanların zihinlerini etkilemesi ve ölmüş eşlerini falan göstermesi işlenir. Dead Space benzer hikayeyi felsefi ve şiirsel yönünü kırparak korku ve gerilime çevirmiş.
    Çıkışından 13 yıl sonra bile hala oynanabilen pek az shooter oyunu vardır. Dead Space de onlardan birisi. Hatta yakında Resident Evil 2 gibi bir    Tarkovski'nin Solaris filminde garip bir gezegenin, yörüngesindeki gemideki insanların zihinlerini etkilemesi ve ölmüş eşlerini falan göstermesi işlenir. Dead Space benzer hikayeyi felsefi ve şiirsel yönünü kırparak korku ve gerilime çevirmiş.
    Çıkışından 13 yıl sonra bile hala oynanabilen pek az shooter oyunu vardır. Dead Space de onlardan birisi. Hatta yakında Resident Evil 2 gibi bir remake'i çıkacakmış. Zaten tarz olarak da benzerler. Kapalı mekanlar, hantal oynanış, düşmana isabet ettirmenin zor olması, cephanenin görece kısıtlı olması, envanteri yönetmenin zorluğu, iyi tasarlanmış düşmanlar ve bosslar benzerliklerin bazıları. Onda hoşuma giden ne varsa bunda da vardı. Açık dünya oyunlarından bıkamaya başladığım bu dönemde ilaç gibi geldi.

    Normalde combatı keyifli olan oyunlarda, görevde bir aksilik çıksa da biraz düşman öldürsem dersiniz. Ancak bunda tam tersi, karşınıza düşman çıksın istemiyorsunuz. Akrep gibi kuyruğuyla sokan veya üç tane uzun kolundan bir şeyler fırlatanlar ekstra sinir bozucuydu. Silah çeşitliliği bu tarz bir oyuna göre yerindeydi. Benim favorim testere fırlatandı. Ancak silah geliştirmeleri bana biraz dandik geldi. Silahları geliştirmek için gerekli materyal çok az bulunuyor, geliştirirken de bazen boşa harcıyorsunuz.

    Boss savaşları klasik zayıf noktasına vurma üzerine ama tasarım olarak korkutucu. Düşmanlar bir süre sonra kendilerini tekrar ediyor gibi görünse de içinde bulunduğunuz durumun değişmesi farklılık katıyor. Bazen oksijensiz ortam, bazen de yer çekimsiz ortam savaşın gerilimini artırıyor.

    Düşmanın zayıf bölgesine vurma zorunluluğunun verdiği gerilim oyunun en önemli özelliği. Bu unsur olmasa oyun çok daha sıradan olurdu. Sıka sıka giderdiniz. Ancak o hantal kontrolle küçücük bölgelere isabet ettirmeye çalışmak insanı geriyor.

    Sonuç olarak bugün bile gideri olan sağlam bir oyun. Zamanında oynasam gerilimden kafayı yermişim.    … Expand
  84. FRIST_008
    Jun 14, 2021
    8
    Отличный экщен хоррор, который играется без проблем в 2021 году
  85. kimi1775
    Nov 9, 2020
    8
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  86. Relenea
    Jul 11, 2022
    8
    Oyuncuyu direkt korkutmak yerine korkunun eşiğinde bırakıyor. Aksiyon, korku/gerilim unsurları ayrıca vuruş hissi ve oynanışıyla müthiş bir yapım. Korku oyunlarını sevenler için eşsiz bir deneyim.
  87. gotterpotter56
    Dec 7, 2022
    8
    Не понимаю сильного восторга от этой игры. Это просто нормальная игра. На шедевр точно не претендует. Сюжет состоит из: почини то, подключи это. Это сильно надоедает, потому что ярких сюжетных или же геймплейных моментов не так уж и много. Могу похвалить игру за освещение, стрельбу и расчлененку. Хоррорная часть не пугает, хотя напряжённые моменты бывают, когда на тебя кидаются с десятокНе понимаю сильного восторга от этой игры. Это просто нормальная игра. На шедевр точно не претендует. Сюжет состоит из: почини то, подключи это. Это сильно надоедает, потому что ярких сюжетных или же геймплейных моментов не так уж и много. Могу похвалить игру за освещение, стрельбу и расчлененку. Хоррорная часть не пугает, хотя напряжённые моменты бывают, когда на тебя кидаются с десяток некроморфов.… Expand
  88. WoL_Lincoln
    Apr 17, 2021
    8
    Year 2021 and Dead Space is still amazing to play. Beside some minor bugs the game bring the horror experience that should be remembered in gaming history pages. One major issue I have with the game is linearity of the game. Go from point A to B, get item 1 to get back into point A to get to point C to kill necromorph X. With time it gets boring. If not new species of necromorphs it wouldYear 2021 and Dead Space is still amazing to play. Beside some minor bugs the game bring the horror experience that should be remembered in gaming history pages. One major issue I have with the game is linearity of the game. Go from point A to B, get item 1 to get back into point A to get to point C to kill necromorph X. With time it gets boring. If not new species of necromorphs it would get really bad. Beside that game is AMAZING.… Expand
  89. Asp_klg40
    Aug 29, 2021
    8
    Начал прохождение серии Dead Space в 2019 году. Показалась совсем нестрашной, за исключением пары моментов. Я бы назвал эту игру скорее сурвивал-шутером со стилистикой боди-хоррора. Также мне не понятны сравнения с творчеством Лавкрафта, ведь мир и история Мёртвого Космоса вполне самобытны. К тому же, сюжет интересен и строит свою собственную вселенную. Местами ощущается немного затянутой,Начал прохождение серии Dead Space в 2019 году. Показалась совсем нестрашной, за исключением пары моментов. Я бы назвал эту игру скорее сурвивал-шутером со стилистикой боди-хоррора. Также мне не понятны сравнения с творчеством Лавкрафта, ведь мир и история Мёртвого Космоса вполне самобытны. К тому же, сюжет интересен и строит свою собственную вселенную. Местами ощущается немного затянутой, слишком много разборок с монстрами. В то же время имеется своя боевая система, тягучая атмосфера и необычное оружие. Короче, не советую пропускать такую оригинальную вещь.… Expand
  90. Dan9el99
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    Survival Horror, der seinen Namen definitiv verdient hat. Der Terror ist, während man durch das Raumschiff läuft, Gegner bekämpft und Aufgaben erledigt, garantiert. Auch die Storyline ist für das Genre wirklich stark. Das Gameplay ist jedoch an einigen Stellen etwas träge, während einige Aufgaben etwas repetitiv erscheinen. Dennoch eines der besten Spiele des Genres (8/10).
  91. razermix
    Jul 24, 2022
    8
    I liked this game more from a gameplay point of view, because there are unusual features that are not often found even in modern games, I also want to note the unusually beaten hud, which also attracts attention. I also want to mention necromorphs, which will be numerous throughout the game. Some are fast , bouncy, others are strong, and there are still those that, when neutralized, dropI liked this game more from a gameplay point of view, because there are unusual features that are not often found even in modern games, I also want to note the unusually beaten hud, which also attracts attention. I also want to mention necromorphs, which will be numerous throughout the game. Some are fast , bouncy, others are strong, and there are still those that, when neutralized, drop larvae that swarm trying to send the main character to the next world.
    I also want to note and, he's pretty good, the necromorphs are trying to get you wherever you are through ventilation or some other way.

    The weapon in this game plays the role of protecting the main character from his opponents, it is unusually executed here, especially I remember: a plasma cutter, a contact beam, a disk ripper. Some operate at short distances, some at long distances, and others have a larger coverage area than others, you can also prescribe a two to a necromorph and trample it into the floor with your foot.

    Pumping is done quite normally here, but there is one detail, to get a Power Node you will have to sweat a little , the modules are not so easy to get because of what they become valuable .

    I also want to mention physics, it's pretty good, especially for a long time, almost all objects have it, like necromorphs' limbs, boxes and so on.

    Throughout the entire passage , the game keeps the player in suspense , which is also pleasing , and especially when a giant tentacle grabs you and you have to shoot back from it .

    The atmosphere here is on a level, it feels like you are in the future, somewhere far away in space on the station.

    Also , the gameplay is complemented by the Stasis Module , Kinesis Module and the moments where gravity disappears , the Stasis Module allows you to partially stop an object or an enemy for a while . By the way, it was with the help of this module that I was able to defeat the mini boss at the end of the game.

    These were aspects that I liked , and now
    I will say that I didn't really like it :

    The physics of the main character's behavior is very slow , I understand that the main character can't run very fast , but in my opinion it could be done a little faster. Interaction with objects is also not very well implemented , but tolerable , as for objects in boxes on the floor : it was annoying that it was impossible to quickly pick up an object from the box, if you were standing to the left or right of the box , you have to stand right in front of the box and only then you will be able to pick up an object, and especially it was infuriating then when a necromorph is chasing you , and you try to open it along the way and wait for it to open , and when right in front of him , hoping to get an object , you are thrown back by a necromorph ( .

    The plot, in principle, is not so bad, but it did not go to me, because the plot turns are readable and you can predict what will happen next (in my opinion)

    Summing up, I want to say that I liked the game, it's one of those games after which I had the worst impressions . I think this game will be remembered for a long time .

    Total:
    8/10
    (minus 2 points for the plot and the physics of the main character's behavior)    … Expand
  92. Czechinator
    Aug 14, 2022
    8
    At night with headphones it has a pleasantly dark atmosphere. Excellent ambient sounds. A fun combat. Interesting environment. A compelling story.
  93. Mastereed
    Jan 24, 2023
    8
    A NORMAL JOURNEY INTO THE SPACE

    BEFORE WE BEGIN: The game has been played on Xbox 360 and completed in every mode it offers, eventually achieving platinum trophy. QUARANTINE PROTOCOL ACTIVATED: The game starts by introducing, thanks to a cutscene, the game world setting. Immediately the player finds himself on the giant planet cracker USG Ishimura, a large spaceship used to dig    A NORMAL JOURNEY INTO THE SPACE

    BEFORE WE BEGIN:
    The game has been played on Xbox 360 and completed in every mode it offers, eventually achieving platinum trophy.

    QUARANTINE PROTOCOL ACTIVATED:
    The game starts by introducing, thanks to a cutscene, the game world setting. Immediately the player finds himself on the giant planet cracker USG Ishimura, a large spaceship used to dig into unknown planets' ground. Apparently no life forms are visible on the ship; this leads shortly thereafter to the player's discovery of the game's main encounter, the Necromorphs, deformed and repulsive creatures that would appear to be generated from the corpses of the former inhabitants of this ship. From there on, the adventure will be divided between uncovering the mystery of these absurd entities and managing to escape this spaceship safely.

    DISMEMBERING NECROMORPHS:
    The gameplay of the first Dead Space is that of a true Horror action, and I place the word horror first intentionally, since the focus of the game is on the horror part, as opposed to the third chapter of the trilogy; the gloomy atmosphere of the environment, the noises and cries produced by the Necromorphs rumbling through the hollowness of the spaceship, the rivers of blood flowing through the floors and those horrific scenes of death that Isaac will unfortunately have to endure in the adventure make the definition of the game genre clear. Right from the start, the player is launched in a chasing sequence, running from these monstrosities and then trying to find a way to succeed in counter attacking them, using various weapons unlockable as the game progresses through collectible schemes. The variety of weapons is quite decent for a game of this genre, and gives a lot of freedom to different styles of play. The game difficulty is neither too exaggerated to make it too horror, nor too easy to make it pure action. There are some environmental puzzles present, but they are quite simple and intuitive enough to become a feature of the game; there are also some rather interesting zero-gravity sections for a 2008 game.

    HOME IS FAR:
    Graphically Dead Space is a gem of the horror genre. This setting in space turns out to be one of the most beautiful seen so far, as well as one of the most inspired. The use of lights and shadows, Necromorphs passing through walls, dislodging cables and walls, and the proper use of color gradations make the game extremely immersive and scary. Let us be clear, this is not a horror game dedicated to jumpscare as it relies heavily on atmosphere, as already pointed out. The aesthetics of the various enemies and corpses also make it more gore and not very reassuring. Finally, there are a lot of death animations present; almost anything in the game that can kill you will delight the player with customized and very distinctive death scenes at times.

    HEARING NOISES:
    Dead Space excels here as well, using sound to add the excitement that the visual side cannot; the fear of approaching footsteps or behind a door, the frightening noises heard in the background, and even the frightening silence of the void give an essential addition to the final composition. The very accuracy of the resonant audio in space is also excellent. Little gem is the use of a very apt song in the game intro and trailer.

    Achievements:
    The achievements point turns out to be rather simple in this chapter of the trilogy, complete the game on normal difficulty, then do it in hardcore (with saves fortunately) and only with the gun. At least personally I found it extremely fun as an achievement. If this is frustrating for you, avoid thinking of getting the platinum trophy for the two sequels, because those will turn out to be hell on earth.

    BUT WHY 8?

    PROS:
    The game boasts numerous merits that defined a branch of the horror genre and in some ways are unmatched to this day; the sublime aesthetics combined with excellent level and audio design creates a near perfect symbiosis. The game is also really long for the genre and provides many diverse hours of gameplay.

    CONS:
    A couple of cons of the game are certainly the absence of special modes besides mere difficulty differences, something added later in the sequels, rightly so. Also, the clunkiness of the game's movements could be a small problem, which, however, is justifiable being the first title. Finally, the extreme difficulty in upgrading the various weapons, several playthroughs being required to complete them, leads to fatigue for those who want to upgrade them all.

    RATING
    Gameplay: 8
    Music:8
    Story: 7
    Horror: 9
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  94. SpringALO
    Feb 4, 2023
    8
    Esse jogo é simplesmente maravilhoso. É um dos, se não o, melhor survival horror que já joguei, acho que até melhor que Resident Evil. A atmosfera, as partes de gravidade zero, a história, os personagens e os necromorfos são incríveis. O protagonista, Isaac Clarke, mesmo não falando no primeiro jogo, é muito bem desenvolvido, não incomoda o fato dele ser "mudo". Os gráficos são bonitos atéEsse jogo é simplesmente maravilhoso. É um dos, se não o, melhor survival horror que já joguei, acho que até melhor que Resident Evil. A atmosfera, as partes de gravidade zero, a história, os personagens e os necromorfos são incríveis. O protagonista, Isaac Clarke, mesmo não falando no primeiro jogo, é muito bem desenvolvido, não incomoda o fato dele ser "mudo". Os gráficos são bonitos até hoje, mesmo sendo um jogo de 2008. Dos 3 jogos, o meu favorito é o primeiro. Na minha opinião esse jogo é 10, se você curte esse gênero, vai adorar.… Expand
  95. Naked_Snakee
    Apr 7, 2023
    8
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.
  96. Magikcarp
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Gameplay - 8
    Plot & Characters - 7
    Storytelling - 7
    Pacing - 9
    Music & Sound - 10
    Replayability - 5
    Performance - 10
  97. Mikep
    Jan 19, 2010
    7
    Underwhelming. It started out with a lot of potential and slowly leveled out in mediocrity. The way the controls operate is different but highly functional. The angle at which the camera is set above the right shoulder makes it extremely difficult to accurately orient yourself behind objects and usually had me moving about a foot too far to the left. Now usually this isn't a problem, Underwhelming. It started out with a lot of potential and slowly leveled out in mediocrity. The way the controls operate is different but highly functional. The angle at which the camera is set above the right shoulder makes it extremely difficult to accurately orient yourself behind objects and usually had me moving about a foot too far to the left. Now usually this isn't a problem, but when that one foot is say...in front of a meteor shower that kills you instantly or in front of the exhaust from a spaceships main thrusters; it gets to be annoying reloading the game two or three times because the insight that maybe you need perspective to gauge distance effectively to not die didn't occur to the developers. The visuals are very good in this game, it offers some very unique and tense environments you'd be hard pressed to see recreated elsewhere; the Zero-G segments are very cool and very accurate as is the vacuum segments. The sound is stellar in this game, I bring this up next because the vacuum segments are almost completely soundless, you can only hear your own breathing and some of the vibrations from your weapons on the outside of the suit. the rest of the sound production is extremely well done; from the horror orchestration to the scratching of claws behind double thick bulkheads it'll test your surround sound very well. Unfortunately, the worst part of the game is probably the storyline; it consists of a reason to bring you to the "big scary space ship" and the rest is composed of what awful place you have to go to find a computer component to open the next door. Any character development is split between the two bookends on either side of the actual game. I actually forgot why the main character was in this situation by the time I got to the end because it's never mentioned again until practically before the credits roll...and I beat the game in slightly less than eight hours on medium. The one furiously aggravating part about this game is that you are continuously separated from catching the "bad guy" by various windows throughout the game, CONSTANTLY. You will exit a room you just fixed only to the have the door lock and the "bad guy" appear on the inside of the room destroying everything you just did and belittling you while he does it and you just have to play along, criminally annoying.… Expand
  98. ArshadS
    Dec 11, 2009
    7
    Scary at first since you will learn what to expect later on during the game. The game is way too short. Would be worth buying it on budget.
  99. TheMitherer
    Oct 21, 2011
    7
    A triumph of style and gimmicks over substance. There is not much going on here except for shooting monsters repeatedly. An overly generous person would call both the setting and the storyline minimal, that same person would call it predictable and sometimes a little bit scary. Having said that, some of the weapons are good, some of the gimmicks keep you interested and you do actually wantA triumph of style and gimmicks over substance. There is not much going on here except for shooting monsters repeatedly. An overly generous person would call both the setting and the storyline minimal, that same person would call it predictable and sometimes a little bit scary. Having said that, some of the weapons are good, some of the gimmicks keep you interested and you do actually want to escape the damn place. So I managed to finish it and just about got my money's worth. I cannot envisage a scenario whereby I'd ever play it again and would only recommend it to horror maniacs who have no more than £10 to spare and nothing better to do.… Expand
  100. Matseb2611
    May 12, 2012
    7
    I'd start off by saying that Dead Space is nowhere near as scary as Penumbra or Amnesia, and neither is it as good of a third-person shooter as the likes of Mass Effect 2, but it's a pretty fun game nevertheless. The game takes place in outer space, on a derelict spaceship, where savage monsters have overrun it completely. The game definitely has some unexpected moments popping up everyI'd start off by saying that Dead Space is nowhere near as scary as Penumbra or Amnesia, and neither is it as good of a third-person shooter as the likes of Mass Effect 2, but it's a pretty fun game nevertheless. The game takes place in outer space, on a derelict spaceship, where savage monsters have overrun it completely. The game definitely has some unexpected moments popping up every now and again and there is an intense atmosphere present, but I won't say that the game is over the top terrifying or anything. In fact it feels more like an action shooter than a horror game. Perhaps the thing that I liked the most about Dead Space is its very unique weapons which you use to kill the monsters with, weapons such as the Line Gun, that shoots a thin slice of energy to cut monsters' limbs off; the Ripper, that brings out a rapidly spinning saw disk to propel through anyone who comes too close; the Force Gun, that shoots a powerful close-ranged shockwave that knocks everything out of its way, and some others. The game also utilises some RPG elements, in that you get to pick up special power nodes throughout the missions and then you get to use the futuristic work bench to use these nodes to make your weapons and armor suit stronger. So I'd say these are the major strengths of the game - unique guns, some RPG elements, intense atmosphere. There is a bit of a story as well, but it sort of always stays on the background. Lastly I'll just mention that I came across two in-game bugs which forced me to have to reload from a previous save point, and that was only in a single playthrough and was sort of annoying. And another slightly annoying thing was that some of the puzzles were a bit too bland. From what I've heard, Dead Space 2 is supposed to be better, so I hope they've fixed some of this game's shortcomings.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best PC Game of 2008
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#8 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
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#6 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. PTGamers
    90
    This is a highly recommended game for science fiction and survival horror fans, with its claustrophobic atmosphere and horrible creatures.
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  2. Gamer 2.0
    91
    Overall, Dead Space is an extraordinary game with tons of shock value and action to whet any fan's appetite for some time, and with a campaign that lasts a steady 10-12 hours, that’s plenty of time to get lost aboard the Ishimura.
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  3. PC Zone UK
    81
    Dead Space is a potentially great game that's hamstrung by an attempt to completely ape a console controller with a mouse and keyboard. [Dec 2008, p.58]
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