Dead Space (2008)

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 1937 Ratings

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  1. AndrewG.
    Oct 30, 2008
    10
    Glad to see EA have jumped on the System Shock bandwagon - though, in truth, I prefer this. It is certainly more like System Shock 2 than BioShock (which is very silly indeed) although both their stories don't hold a candle to SS2. Don't listen to the moaners about the conversion - there is really no problem (traditional WASD & Mouse control), and you get used to the movement Glad to see EA have jumped on the System Shock bandwagon - though, in truth, I prefer this. It is certainly more like System Shock 2 than BioShock (which is very silly indeed) although both their stories don't hold a candle to SS2. Don't listen to the moaners about the conversion - there is really no problem (traditional WASD & Mouse control), and you get used to the movement reasonably quickly. The third person is also neatly tied-in with the interface systems, as well. I hope other developers keep banging on, until one of them finally just sits down and makes a SS3 (or an equivalent with a good story).… Expand
  2. FelixL
    Oct 11, 2009
    10
    Scary, damn scary. Well designed game. Yea. Just scary. Worth buying. Yea, I like it, sound is simply awsome, and visuals are what you'd expect. The over the shoulder thing is just a part of the game play. They've made it work really well, the menu interface and interaction is novel and works well with the overall them. Did I mention it's scary, if you like the horror Scary, damn scary. Well designed game. Yea. Just scary. Worth buying. Yea, I like it, sound is simply awsome, and visuals are what you'd expect. The over the shoulder thing is just a part of the game play. They've made it work really well, the menu interface and interaction is novel and works well with the overall them. Did I mention it's scary, if you like the horror games, this is a must for your collection.… Expand
  3. MarcoF
    Jun 13, 2009
    10
    This amazing Horror-Science fiction action packed adventure takes you out of dull crap games and adds meaning too HORROR! If your bored or just plain scared i recommend this game. At first i thought i was going to be laughing in the game(actually putting me that i am 17) and giving this review a 6-7 i was wrong it has an amazing story line with an ending to shock your mind. here is my This amazing Horror-Science fiction action packed adventure takes you out of dull crap games and adds meaning too HORROR! If your bored or just plain scared i recommend this game. At first i thought i was going to be laughing in the game(actually putting me that i am 17) and giving this review a 6-7 i was wrong it has an amazing story line with an ending to shock your mind. here is my email(pls forget that my user name on email is my high school email address so forget the name).… Expand
  4. FrancisH.
    Nov 9, 2008
    10
    Dead Space is an incredible game and a real surprise hit.You can clearly see the painstaking detail that went into creating it's menus, environment and character animations.This is probably the game with the highest production values that I've come across in recent times and just plays great. Gaming dynamics like dismemberment, holographic displays that keep you in the game even Dead Space is an incredible game and a real surprise hit.You can clearly see the painstaking detail that went into creating it's menus, environment and character animations.This is probably the game with the highest production values that I've come across in recent times and just plays great. Gaming dynamics like dismemberment, holographic displays that keep you in the game even when accessing inventory and selective upgrading of your weapons always keeps the player interested. Plus I a have never seen such ridiculous amounts of gore like this, limbs fly all over the place and blood flows like water. On the difficulty side I'd say you'll have to play the game on Hard otherwise it might be slightly too easy. Talking about the length of the game well, I finished it in about 15 hours and I was taking my time. Replayability factor is definitely there though, because after you finish the game, you unlock some goodies for a second play through and also unlock impossible difficulty. Controls were a non issue for me, if you've played something like Mass Effect then you'll have a good idea of how it handles. In closing, Dead Space is a must play for any fans of gaming, particulary those that like a Sci-Fi horror setting .… Expand
  5. DaleC
    Jul 15, 2009
    10
    My favourite "next gen" game for pc, better than crysis warhead, far cry 2, Left 4 dead, you name it, awesome hard core sci fi story, scary as hell, satisfying weapons and the upgrade system makes it even more personal to play and you can keep the upgrades for a second and third playthrough. After finishing the game i immediately played through another 2 or 3 times because this game has My favourite "next gen" game for pc, better than crysis warhead, far cry 2, Left 4 dead, you name it, awesome hard core sci fi story, scary as hell, satisfying weapons and the upgrade system makes it even more personal to play and you can keep the upgrades for a second and third playthrough. After finishing the game i immediately played through another 2 or 3 times because this game has some serious single player replay value.… Expand
  6. RemyB
    Jan 16, 2010
    10
    This has to be the best single player game I've played in the past 10 years. Just make sure you play it with the lights off and the sound up!
  7. MM
    Jan 17, 2010
    10
    The controls are impressively functional - once you get the hang of them. Although, the storyline is by-the-numbers, it is a gripping and often surprising story. Oh yeah... it's scary as hell.
  8. EthanDuysen
    Nov 4, 2008
    10
    This game is simply amazing, it has the same feeling and effect of bioshock only done better. The creatures are simply amazing and mad props to the guys in the sound department. THis game is how Doom 3 should have been done. And has set the bar for all survival, horor, and disaster games in the future :D i find that its amazing
  9. antonioferrari
    Oct 27, 2008
    10
    online reviews are wromg there Is no mouse lag the controls are great, the story is good too the ambiencie and suspense amazing , the graphics top notch, get this game it runs and plays great,everybody that rants just doesn't like survival horror and shooters at all .great game for Halloween.art is resistance
  10. GlenS
    Dec 30, 2009
    10
    Loved it. Great game if you like sci-fi and horror. Turn off the lights, turn up the sounds, and prepare to jump.
  11. toddC
    Mar 15, 2009
    10
    Man how can you say this game sucks. Yes maybe the camera angles are not that good but it rocks. This game has to be the best 3rd person shooter I have ever played. Scary as shit kept my on the edge of my chair the whole time. Love the monsters all of them esp the big ass one that has the ripped coat thats scary. Overall loved the game beat it 3 times and every time was better.
  12. IgonasT
    Mar 21, 2009
    10
    It is the most terrible game in which I ever played! A smart atmosphere of the best fantastic films. Superb! We Wait for continuation.
  13. StevenB.
    Nov 17, 2008
    10
    This is seriously one of the greatest games ever made. And I think it has elements that will appeal to most every type of gamer. First, it's a FPS, and it does that well. The weapons are amazingly creative, and while some may be turned off by the lack of traditional weapons like grenades and rocket launchers; don't be! You'll have much more fun using a spinning saw blade on This is seriously one of the greatest games ever made. And I think it has elements that will appeal to most every type of gamer. First, it's a FPS, and it does that well. The weapons are amazingly creative, and while some may be turned off by the lack of traditional weapons like grenades and rocket launchers; don't be! You'll have much more fun using a spinning saw blade on a tether that rips through enemies. The game also has elements of an RPG, where you purchase upgrades and decide how to level up your character's suit or weapons. The game is also not really linear as there are oftentimes multiple ways to go and multiple missions to address. For people that like linearity, or if you simply get lost, there's a breadcrumbs option that highlights the route you should take. And I haven't had any issues with the controls--at any level. I find them to be intuitive and extremely responsive; I really have no idea what people are complaining about. This is really the perfect game. It's immersive, beautiful, addictive, very creepy, and it has elements that all types of gamers will love. The only downside is the activation DRM. But that's the idiot executives at EA's fault--not the developers or creative crew.… Expand
  14. GabrielX.
    Dec 18, 2008
    10
    I finish the game and now I'm playing it for second time and its really amazing, for me the best game of 2008. It has the elements to make a great horror history and for keep you playing to unlock new things. The graphics are great, you really feel that you are in the space; the sounds are very good too, always very atmospheric to create the tension over you in every place of the I finish the game and now I'm playing it for second time and its really amazing, for me the best game of 2008. It has the elements to make a great horror history and for keep you playing to unlock new things. The graphics are great, you really feel that you are in the space; the sounds are very good too, always very atmospheric to create the tension over you in every place of the ship. The creatures are creepy and some of them are fast and they coming for everywere, so you have to be ready all the time. Overall for any fan of horror games should have to play this game.… Expand
  15. OrlandoM
    Oct 26, 2008
    10
    In one word - AWESOME. I don't usally buy PC versions of console games because the experience is usually less than stellar but its nice to see EA making a commitment to quality in PC games. It looks and sounds great and is truly scary - turn the lights down and the volume up!
  16. Rostifur
    Jan 28, 2009
    10
    Game was incredible... even thought at first I saw the third person and didn't like it I decided to give it a chance I am glad i did. It sounds like the people who didn't like it had issues adapting to the game play style. If they really sat down and learned they would have it was one of the best games of the year, Thanks to everyone who gave it a good review this game should Game was incredible... even thought at first I saw the third person and didn't like it I decided to give it a chance I am glad i did. It sounds like the people who didn't like it had issues adapting to the game play style. If they really sat down and learned they would have it was one of the best games of the year, Thanks to everyone who gave it a good review this game should have easily been a 90 on the meta but people refuse to give any ground on 1st person shooters, I say buy it.… Expand
  17. xanej
    Dec 15, 2008
    10
    This is an amazing game and bryan T dosent know what the fuck he is talking about, it dosent tkae long at all to kill enemys you just have to aim for the legs and thats it, if thats hard for you then yea ud probly hate it, but if you are able to overcome meager obstacles like that and are unlike bryan who goes into the game hateing it because its thrid person then you wont like it i This is an amazing game and bryan T dosent know what the fuck he is talking about, it dosent tkae long at all to kill enemys you just have to aim for the legs and thats it, if thats hard for you then yea ud probly hate it, but if you are able to overcome meager obstacles like that and are unlike bryan who goes into the game hateing it because its thrid person then you wont like it i guess. Game is awesome, story is amazing, espacially if you watch the animated movie first, the game picks up right wher the movie leaves off. you get upgrades to ur weapons and new suits as the game progresses and this game is just fuking nuts, play it, trust me.… Expand
  18. ClitoL
    Dec 28, 2009
    10
    Having played to the end, Dead Space one of my best experiences with games until now.
  19. tnometac
    Sep 2, 2010
    10
    This game is INTENSE, and scary - damn scary. It's hard to scare me, but this game had me jump a few times - It rocks! Definitely worth buying and playing over and over again.
  20. baseballduder
    Oct 31, 2010
    10
    A great game, very intense all the way to the end. It is a scary game but you get used to all that scariness when you get used to the game. The missions are alot of fun and very inventive. The graphics are very awesome and really get you into the game more. The sounds in the game make it really creepy to walk down a hall. The gameplay takes getting used to because you have to deal withA great game, very intense all the way to the end. It is a scary game but you get used to all that scariness when you get used to the game. The missions are alot of fun and very inventive. The graphics are very awesome and really get you into the game more. The sounds in the game make it really creepy to walk down a hall. The gameplay takes getting used to because you have to deal with looking behind the character the whole time. The story is very good and is not hard to follow. Its one of those games you have to play twice to fully understand everything. It is a great game and a perfect length for this type of game. I loved playing it! Get it and you wont regret it!… Expand
  21. hcookie
    May 16, 2011
    10
    Picked this up recently during a Steam Sale. Was wondering what the hype was all about for Dead Space 2. I now know. Dead Space is an incredible game, great storyline and probably the best fiver I spent on a game which is about three years old. As good as that first feeling you got when playing the first Resident Evil, though that's a poor comparison. Dead Space sucks you into it's madnessPicked this up recently during a Steam Sale. Was wondering what the hype was all about for Dead Space 2. I now know. Dead Space is an incredible game, great storyline and probably the best fiver I spent on a game which is about three years old. As good as that first feeling you got when playing the first Resident Evil, though that's a poor comparison. Dead Space sucks you into it's madness and chaos, leaving you gasping for a breather. Definitely going to grab Dead Space 2.… Expand
  22. teatime69
    Apr 23, 2011
    10
    Overall I really enjoyed this game, I tried a few things to get into it and couldn't get past the **** mouse controls and the fact that it felt like a console port (which it is). The fact that I only paid a few quid for it on Steam meant it didn't bother me as much, but they should have picked up on the control thing.

    However, when Dead Space 2 came out I thought I would give it another    Overall I really enjoyed this game, I tried a few things to get into it and couldn't get past the **** mouse controls and the fact that it felt like a console port (which it is). The fact that I only paid a few quid for it on Steam meant it didn't bother me as much, but they should have picked up on the control thing.

    However, when Dead Space 2 came out I thought I would give it another try and decided to play as a console player, PC connected to the TV and using an Xbox controller. The controls took a little getting used to but then I soon got the hand of it. In a way slightly more difficult control method added to the atmosphere in a similar way that the Wii controls added to the Resident Evil 4 experience.
    The game itself seemed incredibly long and is very atmospheric, it reminded me somewhat of Event Horizon and is very gory. Overall worth a punt if you are willing to make a few concessions.    … Expand
  23. gvazdas
    Jan 16, 2012
    10
    Irrelevant bugs? Check.
    Controls that can be gotten used to in a while? Check.
    The things I mentioned above are most things people whine about. And I don't give a **** I already wrote a 30 minute review on this game, explaining 50 aspects of the game that make it so worth your money (sadly, that youtube account was deleted and I lost the video). I simply love this game, it has went into my    Irrelevant bugs? Check.
    Controls that can be gotten used to in a while? Check.
    The things I mentioned above are most things people whine about.
    And I don't give a ****
    I already wrote a 30 minute review on this game, explaining 50 aspects of the game that make it so worth your money (sadly, that youtube account was deleted and I lost the video). I simply love this game, it has went into my GOTY list time and time again, I recommend it to everyone and everyone asks me about it.
    The controls are **** yes, but they are easy to get used to. I loved this game. The action was great, the satisfying feel of tearing apart an alien with your power boots with that scream is just unforgettable.
    As far as with the storyline, it's nothing breathtaking or amazing, but it definitely keeps you at the front (and, at the same amount, edge) of the seat until the last second of what happens.
    The controls will take some time to get used to, and by the middle of the game you'll be shooting aliens like it's cutting butter with a knife, and by the end, you'll be ready for Dead Space 2.    … Expand
  24. battleTerror
    Jun 26, 2019
    10
    Still one of the best survival horror action games ever made. Only Resident Evil 4 can really beat it.
    In 2019 looses none of it's creepy and intense atmosphere. As others have said the sound design is outstanding all round but the graphics also still hold up IMO when all options are set to high. Plays well with keyboard and mouse too. An essential game for any horror fan.
  25. payne55
    Oct 31, 2011
    10
    Dead Space has saved gaming for me. Lately I've been buying games and not being able to complete them. Getting bored after 10 minutes and I've been thinking of quitting gaming altogether. Dead Space has shown me its that not that gaming is getting boring. Its just that in the few years we've be become inundated by a swatch of truly overpriced bad AAA games. Dead Space is classic and 10/10Dead Space has saved gaming for me. Lately I've been buying games and not being able to complete them. Getting bored after 10 minutes and I've been thinking of quitting gaming altogether. Dead Space has shown me its that not that gaming is getting boring. Its just that in the few years we've be become inundated by a swatch of truly overpriced bad AAA games. Dead Space is classic and 10/10 for me.

    I think anyone who doesn't find this game enjoyable is a stick in the mud.    … Expand
  26. strangermoon
    Sep 23, 2019
    10
    it was best on pc due to can play true full hd and better visuals back in day but of course far better uinsg xbox gamepad. dlc skins not relased on Pc best exprience but one skin which effect the game military suit in the game pc also. when you using military suit and playing most diffculty unloced after beat the game or via game setting file. called imposible diffuclty which ammoit was best on pc due to can play true full hd and better visuals back in day but of course far better uinsg xbox gamepad. dlc skins not relased on Pc best exprience but one skin which effect the game military suit in the game pc also. when you using military suit and playing most diffculty unloced after beat the game or via game setting file. called imposible diffuclty which ammo limited save also. with those setting and gamepad the only game clsoe to this dark souls 1 but dead space was better bcouse of enemies not stupid and can fool you. you cant shot enemies on headshot or one kill mostly. dead space 2 was way much action focused and giving voice of issiac making him like sick minded was back move. issiac ın ds1 is badass like doomguy and true doom guy. even doom 2016 reboot not take dead space place atmosphre and future weapons creatures best thing after alien and thing movie. resident evil 2 remake today so lack of com this gem.… Expand
  27. chinesephoneme
    Feb 29, 2012
    10
    Although every chapter of this game makes me exhausted, I think it is one of the best games I've ever played. The selling point of this game is neither horror nor disgusting, but the combination of these two plus a very challenging style of gameplay makes dead space really a game that can really catch every nerves of the player. Sometimes, many necromorphs (your enemies in the game)Although every chapter of this game makes me exhausted, I think it is one of the best games I've ever played. The selling point of this game is neither horror nor disgusting, but the combination of these two plus a very challenging style of gameplay makes dead space really a game that can really catch every nerves of the player. Sometimes, many necromorphs (your enemies in the game) suddenly come in your face when you just about to relax, and the producers really know how to make the players 'suffer'...and there are many technical object for you to complete, and some of them require you to work under zero gravity, where you even have to walk on the roof, and necromorphs may appears right in front of you, which really challenge your sense of dimension. Even in easy mode, the game is hard to play, thus makes me even more nervous when facing the necromorphs. The overall mood of the game is not too depressed, but there are so many things can scare you, and keep you nervous for every single second. The bonus is that you could even be more satisfied with your real life after playing this game, the reason is obvious. However, I don't recommend teens play this game, because it is too bloody and scary.… Expand
  28. Rossjudas
    Jul 21, 2012
    10
    The best survival horror game since the glorious times of the first three RE, this new brand has great future, DS 2 was awesome and improved what in the first game wasn't that awesome. This game is THE scary game of new generation.
  29. ReubenIsAGod
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    I hadn't actually finished OG Dead Space before. I had really loved the game, but just hadn't quite finished the overall game.

    After the anoceanment of the Dead Space remakeI felt inclined to go back and play through this. Man, this game has aged like a fine wine. Genuinely incredible what they managed to pull off here. A gamethat really doesn't need a remake (more a remaster if    I hadn't actually finished OG Dead Space before. I had really loved the game, but just hadn't quite finished the overall game.

    After the anoceanment of the Dead Space remakeI felt inclined to go back and play through this. Man, this game has aged like a fine wine. Genuinely incredible what they managed to pull off here. A gamethat really doesn't need a remake (more a remaster if anything) fantastic game I hightly reccomend playing.

    *the pc port is super jank. Does not play well at all with a keyboard and mouse. Highly reccomend getting a controller and plugging in to play (works w PS5 controller also)    … Expand
  30. birdman3
    Nov 13, 2012
    10
    The most terrifying video game I have ever played. Eventually, you figure out the rhythm of when terrors will appear, but by this point the game has ramped up the difficulty, keeping the challenge high. The quests are fairly repetitive (go here, acquire item, return, repeat), but the engagements are dynamic and the character acting is great, which keeps the game from getting dull. The RPGThe most terrifying video game I have ever played. Eventually, you figure out the rhythm of when terrors will appear, but by this point the game has ramped up the difficulty, keeping the challenge high. The quests are fairly repetitive (go here, acquire item, return, repeat), but the engagements are dynamic and the character acting is great, which keeps the game from getting dull. The RPG elements of upgrading your suit and guns are fantastic because it emphasizes your specific playstyle. The only downside is that certain guns are more useful in situations than others, which means that you're pigeon-holed into always carrying certain weapons that you might not want to use (e.g. I can't find a way to efficiently defeat guardians without using the saw cutter, but I hate that gun in all other cases). Also, this game has a lot of gore- do not play in front of a sensitive crowd. People talk about the horrid controls, but I don't know what their problem is- I feel like any inefficiencies in controlling Isaac can be attributed to the fact that you are controlling an engineer, not a soldier- he's not going to be trained to perform perfectly in combat. That's the feeling I got from the controls. Other than that, this game has become one of my all-time favorites.… Expand
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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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