DEFCON: Everybody Dies

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 215 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 169 out of 215
  2. Mixed: 32 out of 215
  3. Negative: 14 out of 215

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  1. JasonRabb
    Dec 31, 2007
    10
    This is a simple game to understand yet incredibly difficult to master. Kudos for a company to break from what is "in" to attempt something older yet heat-thumping in fun and entertainment. You have to love the genre of strategy and chess to understand and appreciate the brilliance of this game. Enjoy! = )
  2. JoelB.
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    Excellent concept, rather morbid gameplay but in an unsettlingly fun way. The first time a game has dared try to compete with chess and succed. Can be very frustrating (so only 9/10).
  3. [Anonymous]
    Sep 30, 2006
    9
    Excellent game, well worth the money. The only drawbacks are that the screen can get "cluttered" with units, and network load can create problems during some matches.
  4. BrianR.
    Dec 10, 2006
    10
    The most chilling horror game I can imagine, and no a ghost or zombie in sight. No blood, no gore, just a stark white flash accompanied by a purely impersonal number. The millions of people you've just killed with your own hands.
  5. NormalGuy1996
    Feb 22, 2011
    10
    The only bad thing is the lack of servers online. Otherwise, this is a fun, challenging, and interesting game. It's a must have for anyone who loves strategy games.
  6. keefbaker
    Oct 31, 2013
    8
    This game wears it's debt to War Games on its sleeve, and rightly so. It's an impressive tactical game that manages to have the most utterly depressing atmosphere I've come across. But is it a really good game? The jurys out on that I'm afraid.
  7. Overrwatcher
    Sep 1, 2011
    9
    Extremely simple with excellent visuals. However, it is one of the most tense strategy games I played. 5... 4... 3... 2... 1... DEFCON 1. That is the tensest moment of the game, and a few seconds later all hell breaks loose and 20 nukes fly in the air. Its gameplay is one that will make you want to come back for more, and brainstorm. "Maybe I can launch half of my nukes, and the other halfExtremely simple with excellent visuals. However, it is one of the most tense strategy games I played. 5... 4... 3... 2... 1... DEFCON 1. That is the tensest moment of the game, and a few seconds later all hell breaks loose and 20 nukes fly in the air. Its gameplay is one that will make you want to come back for more, and brainstorm. "Maybe I can launch half of my nukes, and the other half go air defense? Maybe I can send my subs to destroy the entire naval fleet then nuke Tokyo? Maybe I can go full defense mode, then launch all my nukes when everyone else is done?" I reccomend it to everyone who is into strategy and genocide.… Expand
  8. Scottyv2
    Feb 13, 2014
    9
    I would give this a 10/10 but after all the nukes are launched it just gets boring, but other than that it has a great atmosphere, mechanics (even though I was a seasoned player and my friend beat me on first time), however don't buy the full game as bad as that sounds you can still get the full experience from the demo version, it still has LAN and internet and you can play against botsI would give this a 10/10 but after all the nukes are launched it just gets boring, but other than that it has a great atmosphere, mechanics (even though I was a seasoned player and my friend beat me on first time), however don't buy the full game as bad as that sounds you can still get the full experience from the demo version, it still has LAN and internet and you can play against bots (which aren't stupid, thank god).… Expand
  9. carlosgtardon
    Jun 10, 2014
    8
    Es un videojuego que te hace reflexionar, bajo mi punto de vista se podría considerar inclusive un videojuego serio. Pese a su simplicidad, tanto de uso como gráfica, es muy efectivo y profundo. Buena compra.
  10. JayB.
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    Simple. Addicitve. Enjoyable. Great soundtrack, and amazing gameplay. The graphics are well designed and overall this is one game i think will be a classic.
  11. AnonymousMC
    Oct 1, 2006
    9
    Amazingly fun and addictive. It sounds odd, but the game lacks depth at the same time it has great depth... As if, there could and should be more, but what is there is for sure a good time. Highly recommend.
  12. TObyC.
    Oct 1, 2006
    10
    Most certainly one of the most complex psychological excersizes I've ever done.
  13. DavidP.
    Oct 2, 2006
    9
    The only problem with it is it coulda used Land troops.
  14. JustinS.
    Sep 30, 2006
    10
    This game is very fun. You can be allied with someone one moment, and then anhiliate them the next. This game is gonna last years.
  15. SebastianE.
    Sep 30, 2006
    10
    Right after the Guild Wars games this is the best game I have ever bought! It's simple to learn but hard to master. It's totally addictive, the graphics are simple but nice. You could speak of graphical concinnity. The music is good, the sound is super. Buy this game!
  16. JeromyC.
    Jun 9, 2007
    10
    The music adds to the chilling atmosphere. Well worth $15 bucks especially hearing your son groan in his room while going head to head while I decimate him, priceless. So far I have found no worthy opponent online one on one and the single player is a joke. When against several opponents it is difficult. Still feels like it is missing something. The visuals are exquisite. It adds to the The music adds to the chilling atmosphere. Well worth $15 bucks especially hearing your son groan in his room while going head to head while I decimate him, priceless. So far I have found no worthy opponent online one on one and the single player is a joke. When against several opponents it is difficult. Still feels like it is missing something. The visuals are exquisite. It adds to the horrific spine chilling mood along with the music. I did get burned out after a week of almost solid playing but just for a quick little something to leave you hanging on the end of your seat game, it is 10+ in my book. After you learn how to take out the enemy silos from the get go 1vs1 is too easy. Playing against at least 4 or more players is really a challenge. So far I haven't quite mastered engaging multiple enemies. Strike first and strike hard! Leaving a few silos undetected and subs on their front lawn for final clean up or retaliatory strike.… Expand
  17. MikeB
    Aug 3, 2008
    10
    The most chilling war game ever created. The game illustrates the tension, paranoia, and complexity of global thermonuclear war. Rather than creating a sense of extreme warrior spirit to stimulate the shallow gamer, Defcon creates an atmosphere of dread, with the background music hinting at the imminent doomsday right from the start of a round. You never see the nukes hit, for, judging The most chilling war game ever created. The game illustrates the tension, paranoia, and complexity of global thermonuclear war. Rather than creating a sense of extreme warrior spirit to stimulate the shallow gamer, Defcon creates an atmosphere of dread, with the background music hinting at the imminent doomsday right from the start of a round. You never see the nukes hit, for, judging from the sound effects and the overall atmosphere, you're in a protected bunker, leading the nuclear massacre and monitoring it from a tactical screen. Hundreds of millions of people are about to die - you're responsible for making sure that it happens, and that the continent you're in charge of suffers through the somber nuclear holocaust the least. The atmosphere is the game's most memorable trait - there's really nothing else like it. The music gives a sense of remorse for the death that is about to take place.… Expand
  18. StephanL.
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    Just another great game by Intoversion!
  19. DevonE.
    Oct 1, 2006
    10
    Easy to learn, difficult to master. This game just might be the strategy game competitive league enthusiasts and hosts have been looking for. Easier than chess and just as complex, Defcon is the game to have for any real time strategy enthusiast.
  20. Alex
    Oct 1, 2006
    10
    This game really seems a game for people who love strategy games. To me it takes good thinking and calculation on where your gonna strike... gtg play more Defcon!!!
  21. EthanG.
    Oct 1, 2006
    10
    This game has great strategy involved, and you have to plan a counter attack when they are open to attack, e.g. when they attack, Great game i love the ships and Airplanes, adds an extra demsion to the game.
  22. OlivierD.
    Oct 1, 2006
    10
    Amazing how simple graphics can make such a great game !
  23. EliasO.
    Oct 2, 2006
    10
    Great game, especially online. I love having a alliance that last's to the very last minute..
  24. DavidC.
    Oct 2, 2006
    9
    Outstanding for what it is. If you are expecting a super in depth game with FPS action, then you're an idiot.
  25. T.R.
    Oct 3, 2006
    9
    Great game, easy to play hard to master.
  26. MattB.
    Oct 3, 2006
    8
    Its a great game. I have yet experience the game in its full greatness, but so far I give 1 and 3/5 thumbs up!
  27. MaxA.
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    A really good game, with a totaly new concept! Really much fun if you play diplomacie with mates and betray them.
  28. ThomasS.
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    Great game, lots of fun, especially in multiplayer mode. It's amazing how such a simple game concept works so great.
  29. Mobius
    Oct 9, 2006
    10
    What appears to be a simple launch all your missiles at the enemy game, turns out to be a very indepth statagy game, sure you can lauch all you have at the enemy and get some early points putting you clearly at the top of the scoreboard, but be warned , that player that you was calling a noob has placed his subs in prime spots and his bombers are on there way to clear your defences, At What appears to be a simple launch all your missiles at the enemy game, turns out to be a very indepth statagy game, sure you can lauch all you have at the enemy and get some early points putting you clearly at the top of the scoreboard, but be warned , that player that you was calling a noob has placed his subs in prime spots and his bombers are on there way to clear your defences, At first I thought what a simple game and how nostalgic, but after playing that one more go ive found a intresting waiting game that rewards the thinking player. and if you like DEFCON I recomend playing DARWINA for something original. problem with people who grew up with sega and nintendo being there starting platforms is that they think that graphics are as important as the gameplay and if it looks crap then it is crap, I pity the Fools, never judge a book my its cover. I give DEFCON a big thumbs up.… Expand
  30. MarcusC.
    Sep 29, 2006
    10
    Great gameplay, will enjoy many late nights over this game
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Awards & Rankings

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#18 Best PC Game of 2006
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#19 Most Discussed PC Game of 2006
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#35 Most Shared PC Game of 2006

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. IGN
    85
    DEFCON's a great example of how a few simple concepts can be combined to make something that's incredibly interesting and pleasantly complicated.
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  2. Edge Magazine
    70
    The developer’s cleverest trick here, beyond creating a game that’s worth it for the presentation alone, has been to throw open so many of its rules to player customisation. [Nov 2006, p.90]
  3. Eurogamer
    80
    Defcon is as pure and direct a game as its inspiration, and its limitations are ones of the game's basic scope.
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