Dead Head Fred

 PSP
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 30
  3. Negative: 1 out of 30
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  1. GameCritics
    70
    Although it might not have be an entirely enjoyable ride from start to finish, there's a definite sense of style and intelligence in the approach. In its current state, Dead Head Fred comes maddeningly close to what could be defined as a genius cult classic.
  2. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    70
    Nearly a quirky classic. [Dec 2007, p.123]
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  3. Maxi Consolas (Portugal)
    70
    With some great moments full of humor, great voice acting and some original ideas, Dead Head Fred could have been something else if it managed to get the combat right. Still, it’s something different for PSP owners. [Jan 2008]
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  5. Game Revolution
    67
    There are some very good reasons to play Dead Head Fred, but a lot of them aren't the moment to moment gameplay until surprisingly late in the game.
  6. GameSpot
    65
    Dead Head Fred has some great ideas that are obscured by a lot of messed up mechanics.
  7. Game Informer
    60
    Beating up enemies and stealing their heads works, but is rarely compelling. Navigating bite-sized environments is easy to do, but almost never offers a sense of exploration or accomplishment.
  8. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    50
    It's mostly rubbish; the focus is on combat, and the combat's tied to a camera that flops around like, well, a brain in a jar. [Dec 2007, p.114]
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  9. Eurogamer
    50
    Weighing in at a hefty 20-25 hours in length, Dead Head Fred outstays its welcome and never really elevates above being a fun yet ultimately frustrating platform-cum-action adventure game.

Awards & Rankings

26
#26 Best PSP Game of 2007
14
#14 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2007
57
#57 Most Shared PSP Game of 2007

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 47 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 47
  3. Negative: 5 out of 47
  1. grizzlymagnum
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Great and funny game. I don't know if it's just nostalgia, but boy this game really holds up really well after so many years. This game shouldGreat and funny game. I don't know if it's just nostalgia, but boy this game really holds up really well after so many years. This game should be remake.… Full Review »
  2. crashedragon
    Sep 29, 2013
    9
    This game was completely awesome, with fantastic voice acting, fun combat, beautiful graphics, and over 30 hours of gameplay time (for me atThis game was completely awesome, with fantastic voice acting, fun combat, beautiful graphics, and over 30 hours of gameplay time (for me at least) with tons of minigames and an awesome story. This game is so underrated, i only got it a while ago on psn (for my ps vita) for 4 dollars, and it was incredibly good for such a cheap price, it was unbelievable.

    You owe it to yourself to buy this game.    … Full Review »
  3. Jefy1992Evil
    Apr 8, 2021
    9
    Jogo excelente e bem divertido, com mundo semi aberto vale muito a pena jogar para que tem um PSP.
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