Dead Space

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 513 Ratings

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  1. Freeman
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    Thanx Motive for this masterpiece!!!
    + beautiful
    + immersive
    + intense

    10/10
  2. Sooner333
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    Absolutely incredible remake. I have been craving this game since I played through it several times back in 2008, and several hours in, I am really impressed. Atmospherics---sound, lighting, effects, etc., are just incredible in 4k HDR@144fps on my rig and create an even more amazing, gooey, gorey sci-fi thriller than before. The voice characterization of Isaac works great, and trulyAbsolutely incredible remake. I have been craving this game since I played through it several times back in 2008, and several hours in, I am really impressed. Atmospherics---sound, lighting, effects, etc., are just incredible in 4k HDR@144fps on my rig and create an even more amazing, gooey, gorey sci-fi thriller than before. The voice characterization of Isaac works great, and truly fleshes out his character. Side missions aren't much so far but add to the great story. Excellent gameplay on an XBox Elite controller with zero issues playing. It seems to be optimized superbly for PC, so those without beefy gaming rigs should still get a rich, smooth, immersive experience. The AI director keeps things interesting---nothing wrong with some good ol'-fashioned jump scares in surround sound, right? Well done and so damn fun!
    Playing on my ultimate dream rig in 4k HDR10 on a 32in ROG Swift monitor @144fps with Nvidia G-Sync Ultimate, Liquid-Cooled 12th-Gen Intel Core i9 12900k, 128GB GDDR5 RAM @4800mHz, MSI Z690 Godlike Motherboard, 8TB of storage--2TB NVME x2 & 1 4TB SSD, ROG Strix 1000W Power Supply, and an RTX 4090 Founder's Edition graphics Card, all snug inside of a green and black Mantis case.
    Update: I completed it twice and really enjoyed the Game+ mode on the second playthrough. The weapons at full strength are a true joy to slaughter necros with. Increasing my original score of 9 to 10.    … Expand
  3. Bitek
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    In my opinion original Dead Space is one of the greatest Sci-Fi survival horror games ever made. I played it and its followers Dead Space 2 and 3 many times. So, let me just say that Motive has done tremendous job with this remake. The game is so much visually upgraded that original game is almost unrecognizable. The game feels more like Dead Space 4 than Remake of 2008 game. I amIn my opinion original Dead Space is one of the greatest Sci-Fi survival horror games ever made. I played it and its followers Dead Space 2 and 3 many times. So, let me just say that Motive has done tremendous job with this remake. The game is so much visually upgraded that original game is almost unrecognizable. The game feels more like Dead Space 4 than Remake of 2008 game. I am obviously in the initial stages of the game, but first impressions are very positive. Combat feels fluid, music and audio sounds are great,( Isaac Clarke finally has voice!) and as I mentioned already graphics are huge step up over 2008 game. Performance wise the game runs well on my PC (1440p,5800x,3070Ti,32GB,M.2 Drive). Nothing like issues in The Callisto Protocol with low frame rates and stutters when that game was released.I would love to see this game do well so EA let the talented studio from Montreal to remake DS2,3 and possibly work on Dead Space 4. Overall awesome addition to my Epic Games Store library of games. I highly recommend this game for new comers and DS veterans alike and don't forget to play this game with headphones for ultimate immersion.… Expand
  4. strangermoon
    May 23, 2023
    10
    stay close to orginal vision adding small things and improved visuals make this already best survival horror game 10 again. adding imposible mod on without need to finish game smal but biggest change bcosue not many experience that on old version. some things still not perfect. the face of his girlfirend compared old one look like old women. the white military suit old one which iconicstay close to orginal vision adding small things and improved visuals make this already best survival horror game 10 again. adding imposible mod on without need to finish game smal but biggest change bcosue not many experience that on old version. some things still not perfect. the face of his girlfirend compared old one look like old women. the white military suit old one which iconic even on ds comics here more metalic and not stay close to orginal vision like rest of game. more like look iron man dead space 2 stlye suit now. another miss is adding to assoult rifle second fire bomb shot ability like used on dead space 2. this make game more easy compered old one which uses around fire. another huge miss no physcal pc rlease. ea new games with nfs unbound jedi surivor and ds not have physcal rlease on pc which contuned 30 years of ea pc games. shame dead space remake atleast can see the pc shelfs.game size not that big to fit 4 disc. game scored quite lover than resident evil 4 remake which is funny . old re4 and ds 2008 compared each other no way to re4 scored higher bcsose ds in every defination bypass re4 formula even on hud. now with more realstc graphics media still chosing villager enemyies more scaried than necromohs quite laughable taste. not the mention saving usa prestend daughter compared alien thing like stroy.… Expand
  5. Rasgarius
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    Make a great Game better as Before 10/10
    Now Dead Space 2 and try to make a Dead Space 3 who doesnt suck!
  6. Jerad_2142
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    If you loved the original this remake manages to add twists and turns to make a new adventure out of it while still reminding you greatly of the original. And good god backtracking is evil, the AI engine screwed with me to the point that I thought something was following me around when I went back to grab some look. And another part when I back traced to grab a bench it placed some necrosIf you loved the original this remake manages to add twists and turns to make a new adventure out of it while still reminding you greatly of the original. And good god backtracking is evil, the AI engine screwed with me to the point that I thought something was following me around when I went back to grab some look. And another part when I back traced to grab a bench it placed some necros just around the corners... that actually got me to jump.… Expand
  7. TooHigh2Die
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    Def washes the horrible taste Callisto Protocol left.... This IMO was the greatest action horror game ever made when it released in 2008. This new re make is something every dev needs to take notice of as it's simply amazing in every way.

    They have added several side missions to the game that did not exist in the previous version that actually flesh out the story a little more. Sound    Def washes the horrible taste Callisto Protocol left.... This IMO was the greatest action horror game ever made when it released in 2008. This new re make is something every dev needs to take notice of as it's simply amazing in every way.

    They have added several side missions to the game that did not exist in the previous version that actually flesh out the story a little more. Sound and graphics are where this game excels as I was running everything on ULTRA settings @1440p and getting 90+frames. You have to play the game with a nice headset that has 7.1 surround sound as it really draws you into the atmosphere. Game still holds up well today gameplay wise and I look forward to a DS 2 remake. Thank you EA for actually making a well made product. Now go re make BF: Bad Company 2 please!    … Expand
  8. Jakuzi
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    Better dialogue and less plot holes, very good optimization, new character models(not the one which replaced from whiteman to blackwoman) looking more fit for the story and atmosphere. 10/10 waiting for dead space 2 remake.
  9. kellcooz
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    Dead Space is back with a bang. One of the best remakes ever, one of the best horror games ever (both original & remake), one of the greatest games ever (both original & remake).
  10. darthcooper
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    This is simply the best remake I have played to date and the devs didn't disappoint. From the graphics, sound and gameplay its been a blast and worth every cent.
  11. Andrudis
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    Good old Dead Space but much, much better. Devs manages to make it event better that original one, which is very rare achievement in these days
  12. DavidBondy
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    Minus some issues with traversal stutter that still persist, Dead Space remake is absolutely incredible. This is the first horror game I have ever played, and it set an extraordinary example for what is possible in this type of game. The atmosphere in this game was so unsettling, at any point it felt like I was walking into a jump scare or an ambush or something horrifying. I can'tMinus some issues with traversal stutter that still persist, Dead Space remake is absolutely incredible. This is the first horror game I have ever played, and it set an extraordinary example for what is possible in this type of game. The atmosphere in this game was so unsettling, at any point it felt like I was walking into a jump scare or an ambush or something horrifying. I can't really compare it to other horror or survival-horror games (minus some imsims like System Shock and Prey,) but I an tell you that if you're interested in getting into the horror or survival-horror genre, I seriously recommend this as the place to start.… Expand
  13. CaptainHowdy73
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    This is how a remake is done. It's nice to see EA doing something right by gamers after all their recent blunders. Motive did an outstanding job recreating this game, and it felt like I was playing it for the first time all over again. I hope they keep this momentum up and remake Dead Space 2/3.
  14. Kunark38
    Feb 6, 2023
    10
    To me this game is much more improved from the original. The added cut scenes dialogue side missions is a great thing. Graphics 9.5 gameplay 9.5 story 10
  15. Keinavara
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    One of the best examples of remakes!!!
    - Unexpected and random spawn of enemies.
    - Backtracking and exploration.
    - Adequate limit of ammo for surviving.
    - Awesome and fantastic audio of the ambient world of the dead ship.
    - Scary atmosphere.
    Thank you, Motive, for such awesome remake. Now, please, give us Dead Space 2 Remake!
  16. Thacos
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    As someone who never played DS before this is amazing. No complaints for me. The game can stutter here and there but they are very minor and dont happen during combat. Also they game kind of looks fuzzy looking at npcs and monsters from a distance even with maxed out settings but it didnt distract me at all. This game is amazing to play and experience
  17. spychi88
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    As a diehard Dead Space fan I love how they remade the game to explain some of behaviours of the crew.
    Graphically; I am running 5800X3D, 6800 XT, 16 GB DDR4 3800MHz, with 1900MHz IFabric, Gen 4 SSD
    Initial stutters and 40-60 FPS gets fixed as soon as you get the past first few minutes of the landing deck. After that it works good with occasional stutters (shader reset through driver    As a diehard Dead Space fan I love how they remade the game to explain some of behaviours of the crew.
    Graphically; I am running 5800X3D, 6800 XT, 16 GB DDR4 3800MHz, with 1900MHz IFabric, Gen 4 SSD

    Initial stutters and 40-60 FPS gets fixed as soon as you get the past first few minutes of the landing deck. After that it works good with occasional stutters (shader reset through driver worked for me to fix the stutters). In terms of settings Ultra + RT on no FSR

    The choices dev made for the (expected by me) scripted scares worked flawlessly, there have been a lot of changes of necromorph spawns, twitchers as an example literally are unpredictable and generally speaking I genuinely jumped a lot of times, in terms of gameplay... you need to be more smart with dismemberment; as an example they added a version of the necromorph with full armour that is harder to kill. I had much more fun that I did in both DS original version and DS2.

    Story - without going into spoilers, they succsessfully fixed some of the questionable arcs within the first game. New paths, new way of exploring, at first I was confussed about the backtracking but then I realised that I need to progress the story a little bit more linear than a typical half-open world games which initially I thought was going to be the case for the remake

    I give it a solid 10/10 I really hope EA will not screw potential sequel remakes and motive studio have delivered.    … Expand
  18. Ray6701
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    This game was absolutely fantastic and This game improved a lot of things over the original
  19. WendyStamps
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    This game was a fun experience and was even better than the original when it comes to visuals and weapons
  20. Hitman-86-Ayema
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    This game is sick and beautiful and the atmosphere is just perfect! it grabs all my attention...
  21. Veghas
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Jogo está muito bom. Beira a perfeição de tão bem feito. Desenvolvimento esta de parabéns
  22. RichSpider
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    From start to finish this game is an absolute masterpiece. Survival horror at it's best but still is a true to form video game (weapons, upgrades, mechanics are phenomenal). Visuals and audio especially stand at the front of the pack for any game in general that I've played in this or last gen. One of those games that makes you happy to be in this time and age in gaming. Great remake!From start to finish this game is an absolute masterpiece. Survival horror at it's best but still is a true to form video game (weapons, upgrades, mechanics are phenomenal). Visuals and audio especially stand at the front of the pack for any game in general that I've played in this or last gen. One of those games that makes you happy to be in this time and age in gaming. Great remake! Hopefully more of it all in DS4.… Expand
  23. Daniel2009
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    I absolutely adored playing this game this is the best way to play the original and its Visually Stunning
  24. ultrasakont
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    This is the definitive Dead Space Experience, if you didn't play the original, this is the Version to Play forget about the 2008 one. and if you already played the 2008 Version, you'll appreciate this Remake
    I give this game 11/10 it's an improvement over a 10/10 game, this game actually made me feel happy to play

    I LOVE the new EA. Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order & Now Dead Space Remake
  25. TheBestAccountE
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    This game is a perfect example of a remake done right, it feels just like how I remember the original back in 2008. I was worried that they would **** it up as motive has not done a lot of games but they managed to knock it out of the park.
  26. WanderinMelmoth
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Dead Space Remake is everything The Callisto Protocol promised to be but is not. That means it looks very good, plays even better and is actually scary as hell. I love sci-fi/horror in space, and Dead Space is the very definition of that.
    There are some minor gripes like keyboard controls being a bit sluggish, the zero gravity sections being a pain to control thanks to the enemies, but    Dead Space Remake is everything The Callisto Protocol promised to be but is not. That means it looks very good, plays even better and is actually scary as hell. I love sci-fi/horror in space, and Dead Space is the very definition of that.
    There are some minor gripes like keyboard controls being a bit sluggish, the zero gravity sections being a pain to control thanks to the enemies, but what the game nails is the atmosphere which makes you forget these few short comings. They also removed the turret section which is also a huge bonus.
    This will tie us over until System Shock Remake comes out which hopefully the devs won't botch. But for now the crown belongs to Dead Space.    … Expand
  27. The_D4RknesS
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    90% of the time a remake/remaster of classic games works! every developer currently Should invest in remakes because this dead space 2023 managed to overcome dead 2008..

    I really wanted to have a remake of NFS MOST WANTED, SKATE 3, DEAD SPACE 2, DEF JAM FFNY, NFS UNDERGROUND 2, BURNOUT 3.........
  28. Mastereed
    Jun 30, 2023
    10
    A NEW JOURNEY INTO THE DEAD SPACE

    BEFORE WE START: Dead Space Remake was developed by Motive Studio and published by Electronic Arts. This title is a true reproduction of the original 2008 game, produced by the now-defunct Visceral Games. This product sets itself apart from the various remakes in today's market by offering new mechanics and paths compared to the original. The game has    A NEW JOURNEY INTO THE DEAD SPACE

    BEFORE WE START:
    Dead Space Remake was developed by Motive Studio and published by Electronic Arts. This title is a true reproduction of the original 2008 game, produced by the now-defunct Visceral Games. This product sets itself apart from the various remakes in today's market by offering new mechanics and paths compared to the original. The game has been 100% completed on Xbox Series X.

    THE NIGHTMARE BEGINS, AGAIN:
    Dead Space Remake begins with an introductory scene to the game's story, showcasing the various members of the expedition, including the legendary engineer Isaac Clarke, the protagonist of the entire trilogy. Unlike the original, he now has an uncovered face and sets the stage for the continuous feast of visual and auditory delights that this remake offers to players of all categories. In fact, this cutscene fully showcases the graphical muscle it brings, with extreme attention to detail and visual effects, coupled with technically impressive audio. After this sequence, the player finds themselves guiding the engineer through the doors of the USG Ishimura, a massive galactic spacecraft dedicated to mining giant stars.

    LOST IN SPACE-SHIP:
    By now, the gaming industry has accustomed us to seeing great remakes adding a couple, or even no new mechanics compared to the originals. Fortunately, Dead Space doesn't disappoint in this regard either. Several sections have been updated and modified to provide a different experience even for those who have played the original. One significant mechanic that has significantly changed the approach to certain areas is the energy convoy system. This allows the player to redirect energy to specific structures such as elevators or doors at the expense of life support systems or, even worse, lights. This obviously adds more variety compared to Dead Space's typical linearity and gives the player more decision-making power. Finally, the last two major changes are the addition of more interactive objects on the map for defensive use, such as carts or pipes that can be used as spears, and the ability to explore a fully interconnected Ishimura, blocked only by security doors accessible during the story.

    THE VISIONS IMPROVED THE GRAPHIC:
    It's challenging not to fall into banality when talking about a remake that has improved every single aspect of the game. The lighting has been extensively enhanced and structured to evoke different sensations such as anxiety and anguish, or tranquility and solitude. The colors, faithful in every situation, perfectly convey the feeling of being immersed in deep space. The attention to detail, whether it's the decorative posters, billboards, wall writings, or various objects found throughout the game, builds a silent narrative necessary for such a dark title. Of course, there are some minor flaws, such as the animations, which are still below par compared to the rest, and some final cutscenes that feel hastily thought out and concluded.

    SOMETHING IS COMING:
    The audio department, even more than the graphics, showcases a remarkable technical level. For this title, a new 3D audio technology was used, which utilizes extremely realistic sound waves that bounce off surfaces just like in the real world. It's worth noting that you need headphones with 3D audio to fully exploit this feature, but the regular audio, which is meticulously crafted, is still impressive in its own right. Focusing on the 3D audio, it's one of the best, if not the best, on the market, and it's especially utilized to its full potential in a game like this. By using this feature, you can hear enemies climbing walls or rooftops, allowing you to predict their direction. You can hear entities approaching from walls several meters away. Not only does this make the experience smoother, but it also makes it extremely more horrifying and scary due to the unpredictability of certain sounds.

    WHY A 10? (9.5)

    PROS:
    Dead Space Remake, a reproduction of an already established masterpiece, improves upon 95% of the original, offering a multitude of new mechanics and approaches, a backtracking system, and terrifying audio and visual aspects. These aspects make it feel like a new game even for those like me who have completed the first Dead Space multiple times. Additionally, it provides access to the Impossible difficulty right from the first playthrough, a brilliant choice that allows veterans to enjoy a completely balanced challenge from the start.

    CONS:
    The negative aspects of this masterpiece are limited to the simple question, "Was it necessary?" This is because the original Dead Space from 2008 didn't need a remake. I believe that every fan of the saga would have appreciated a sequel or spin-off of the trilogy much more than this reproduction.

    RATINGS:
    Gameplay: 10
    Music: 10
    Story: 9.5
    Horror: 10
    _    … Expand
  29. Pibe
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    Simplemente Exelente, Simplemente Exelente, Simplemente Exelente, Simplemente Exelente, Simplemente Exelente, Simplemente Exelente, Simplemente Exelente, Simplemente Exelente,
  30. CaptainHero89
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Great Remake!!
    Graphics 9.5/10
    Sound 10/10
    Gameplay 9/10

    Thx Dead Space is back 2 life.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. Cubed3
    Jun 12, 2023
    90
    It will be an interesting exercise to compare this to the Resident Evil 4 remake and Metroid Prime Remastered, such stylistically or thematically similar titles released within the same quarter, as this being the first out the gate has set a high watermark early on into the year. It wins on its top tier presentation alone, and although it can sometimes feel like that's the main contributor that's modernising the experience, there's a great novelty and appeal to some of its, should we say, relics to game design of the past. Chiefly, relics that are of a focused, directed single-player experience that don't overstay their welcome and don't manipulate the player beyond the experience itself. Let's see how long that one lasts when we're drowning in remakes, shall we?
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  2. Game World Navigator Magazine
    May 4, 2023
    84
    If you want to replay first Dead Space – the remake will scratch that itch. But don’t expect any meaningful improvements over the original. [page 54]
  3. Edge Magazine
    Feb 24, 2023
    80
    More striking are the zero-gravity sections. [Issue#382, p.108]
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