Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Aug 17, 2021
    70
    As well as the main quest of finding each ghost, each location contains numerous mini spirits called Grenkins, which have you moving certain objects into particular positions in order to find them. It's a neat way of adding collectibles that has you using the core mechanic in a different way. There's also Mr. Whitstable's riddles, which add a little challenge to each level. He'll give you a set of clues, and they each pertain to a specific thing in that stage, and could be anywhere. Sometimes the clues are too obtuse, but with thorough exploration and a little lateral thinking, the riddles add some substance to a rather breezy game. Wonderful art and relaxing music make the cherry on top of a unique and heartfelt cake.
  2. 70
    Morris may be dead, but there's no denying that Annapurna Interactive's knack for publishing charming video games with unique gameplay is alive and kicking. Beyond its unique flavour of puzzle, there's a vibrant world full of characters who can't wait to share their stories. If you have the patience to do so, it's well worth hearing them out.
  3. Aug 9, 2021
    70
    It’s the narrative and world around you that will keep you playing I Am Dead. The actual gameplay – seeking out objects by manipulating your environment – can feel rather monotonous rather quickly. If anything, I Am Dead feels like a more mature, more evolved take on the hidden object genre, and so it won’t appeal to everyone. But thanks to wonderfully-told stories and a bizarre but delightful mix of fantasy and grounded reality, this is a short adventure that’s fun while it lasts.
User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. Jul 8, 2023
    8
    Very good game if you're up for it. Interesting narrative, and there's a bit more depth to the game mechanics than I was expecting. I liked it.
  2. Dec 7, 2022
    4
    I am Dead is slow-paced, good vibes experience about dying. Themes of legacy and the afterlife persist throughout, and a cliffhanger ending toI am Dead is slow-paced, good vibes experience about dying. Themes of legacy and the afterlife persist throughout, and a cliffhanger ending to the main story I saw from a mile away. This is a good game, but maybe not as good considering it was played between God of War (2018) and God of War: Ragnarok. Full Review »
  3. Oct 14, 2022
    8
    I am Dead is a charming indie game with a great voice acting and artwork. Beautiful story, unique characters and game play makes a veryI am Dead is a charming indie game with a great voice acting and artwork. Beautiful story, unique characters and game play makes a very memorable game. There are 6 locations to explore and I found playing one location a day after work to be a relaxing experience. I did not care much about the collectibles part of the game and I just skipped those. The story took me around 5 hours to complete.

    Best part of the game I believe is the story. In each location you delve into the memories of a different character. With each character you also learn more about the life in the island.
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