Dead Space: Extraction

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 108 Ratings

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  1. DanielS.
    Jan 31, 2010
    9
    Dead space extraction is an incredible overall experience. You'll never see the plot twists coming and they'll actually make sense unlike the end of Modern Warfare 2. The shooting mechanics are very good for a light-gun game, but putting the game on rails makes it much less scary than the original dead space. If it weren't for the game being so short it would be a sure 10, Dead space extraction is an incredible overall experience. You'll never see the plot twists coming and they'll actually make sense unlike the end of Modern Warfare 2. The shooting mechanics are very good for a light-gun game, but putting the game on rails makes it much less scary than the original dead space. If it weren't for the game being so short it would be a sure 10, but the lack of scares and short campaign make it only a near perfect experience.… Expand
  2. RayV.
    Jan 3, 2010
    9
    I had never played the original Dead Space before renting Extraction. Therefore, having nothing to compare it to, I have to say Extraction is one of the best Wii games I've ever seen. I'm sure there are plenty of people who can't stand not choosing where to move in a shooter game, but I can and will appreciate a cinematic experience, and Dead Space: Extraction sure is one I had never played the original Dead Space before renting Extraction. Therefore, having nothing to compare it to, I have to say Extraction is one of the best Wii games I've ever seen. I'm sure there are plenty of people who can't stand not choosing where to move in a shooter game, but I can and will appreciate a cinematic experience, and Dead Space: Extraction sure is one heck of an experience. I would go as far as to say it is a better overall first-person shooter than free-moving games like The Conduit or the Wii Medal of Honor titles. A sidenote to those people who have trouble getting into the game: Extraction is not, by any means, flawless. There are a few cringe-worthy lines of dialogue, sometimes an enemy is hidden from view for an extended period of time, etc. However, if you stick with the game, you will see that what Extraction does well, it does INCREDIBLY well. And that's precisely the point: when you allow yourself to be drawn into the game, it will surprise you with its depth and level of Visceral emotion.… Expand
  3. SamR.
    Oct 4, 2009
    9
    After playing through the first few missions, I can say without a doubt that this is one of the best games available on the Wii in the past 3 years. Although not quite as scary as the previous title, the developers really meant it when they said that this wasn't a traditional 'on the rails' experience. The game pulls you in right from the start with a view of the back of an After playing through the first few missions, I can say without a doubt that this is one of the best games available on the Wii in the past 3 years. Although not quite as scary as the previous title, the developers really meant it when they said that this wasn't a traditional 'on the rails' experience. The game pulls you in right from the start with a view of the back of an engineer in a RIG suit, an homage to the camera and style of the previous Dead Space. From that point on it never stops feeling like Dead Space on the Wii. It has all of the atmosphere and superb graphics of its predecessor. My only real complaint is that the targeting reticule is just a bit too big, sometimes making it difficult to see what part of a necromorph you will shoot off. All in all, a bloody, violent, and profane example of exactly what Wii gaming should have been like since launch.… Expand
  4. yannickm
    Sep 29, 2009
    9
    Great game, good atmosphere, impressive weapons, stunning visuals. What u want more? best rail shooter ever !
  5. RayW
    Jan 24, 2010
    9
    If you don't mind the On-Rails layout to the game, this is one of the most atmospheric games on the Wii. The story is compelling and the graphics are pretty good compared to other Wii games.
  6. JamesD
    Jan 22, 2010
    8
    Despite the constant scare factor to the original and some questionable voice acting, this on rails shooter remains strictly Dead Space because of the challenge and the elegant level design. The only drawback is the repetition gameplay wise.
  7. GiancarloG
    Oct 17, 2009
    9
    great game don't let the morons who gave this a 4 and a 5 fool you the graphics are some of the best on the wii and the gameplay is great fun.
  8. Ech0ez
    Oct 18, 2009
    8
    Dead Space: Extraction is truly incredible for a Light-Gun game. It starts off incredibly slow at first, but really picks up once you reach the fourth chapter, unfortunately the overall length of the game is pretty short. Thankfully the use of Challenge Modes, alternative difficulties, branching paths within chapters and the player's own ability to limit themselves to specific Dead Space: Extraction is truly incredible for a Light-Gun game. It starts off incredibly slow at first, but really picks up once you reach the fourth chapter, unfortunately the overall length of the game is pretty short. Thankfully the use of Challenge Modes, alternative difficulties, branching paths within chapters and the player's own ability to limit themselves to specific weapons, Extraction has a lot of replay value. The story and overall presentation are simply astounding, I was skeptical of the use of an on-rails presentation for a Dead Space game at first, but my opinion has completely changed since playign Extraction. The amazing use of the camera truly creates an near un-matched sense of immersion, especially when compare to other games within the genre. It's truly a wonder that no one has attempted this before. The graphics are fantastic for a Wii game, heck it's among the only Wii titles that actually looks like an HD console game with up-scaled using Dolphin, something even Nintendo's titles don't achieve. As far as the gameplay goes, Extraction incorporates many concepts from the original Dead Space into the tried-and-tested Light-Gun game and it works really well as a whole. The only faults I have with Extraction are; 1. The camera feels like it's there for the atmosphere, not for the game. It works really well for the most part, but at times the movements of the camera at inconvenient times makes fighting enemies and trying to attain items incredibly difficult. 2. The boss battles are really repetitive and dull. Aside from those Extraction alos suffers from frame rate issues, with slowdown popping up 2-5 times per chapter. Thankfully it's not significant, but it's worth mentioning. As a whole though, Extraction is an amazing game and truly one of the best Light-Gun games ever produced. Whether or not it's a worthy prequel to Dead Space is in the eye of the beholder, but I myself think it more than fits the bill.… Expand
  9. michaelmendiola
    Oct 3, 2009
    9
    Although I agree It wasn't the best of Dead Space, This was the greatest rail shooter ever. The game ansered some of my questions about the game, but it makes you want to play more and want more questions answered. If you are a Dead Space fan, go to a game stor and get the game, it's worth your time.
  10. Ener
    Sep 29, 2009
    9
    Want to play a quality third party game on Wii? Than this is it. Cool an believable narrative, great gameplay and brimming with atmosphere. Visceral Games has a lot of talent, support that talent.
  11. MichaelA.
    Sep 29, 2009
    9
    One of the best rail shooters I have ever played. The "strategic dismemberment" carries over from the other versions and fits in perfectly with the genre. The presentation is also fantastic. At the price of freedom of movement you get one of the most cinematic experiences on the Wii.
  12. Matt
    Sep 29, 2009
    9
    Technological shortcomings aside, this is a perfect example of what to do trying to move a franchise from the 360/PS3 to the Wii; the developers at Visceral have created a game that captures the essence and atmosphere of the original title and feels and plays like its own game . The graphics are impressive for a Wii title, and the gameplay mechanics feel more refined than even the best Technological shortcomings aside, this is a perfect example of what to do trying to move a franchise from the 360/PS3 to the Wii; the developers at Visceral have created a game that captures the essence and atmosphere of the original title and feels and plays like its own game . The graphics are impressive for a Wii title, and the gameplay mechanics feel more refined than even the best "light gun" games. My main qualm is that the pace of the action is set for you, effectively removing the scare-factor that set Dead Space apart from other horror titles. Other complaints include some occasionally wonky voice acting (some actors seem to rifle between accents at random), and a lack of prompting for use of the glow-worm. Otherwise I rank this among the best third-party Wii games, and an example to be followed by Nintendo if they ever hope to recapture the hearts of us adult gamers who remain wary of Nintendos recent efforts (I'm looking at you Wii Fit).… Expand
  13. CarlosL
    Dec 21, 2009
    8
    I've player a lot on rail games on Wii, but this one I trully liked! It may be a little short, and a little repetitive, but it's a lot of fun. One little issue, the multiplayer could be a little more improved.
  14. xXRenTyrellXx
    Nov 3, 2011
    8
    To be honest, Dead Space: Extraction is actually a pretty good game, and definitely one of the best games on the Wii. You sadly can't find many great games on the Wii for hard core gamers. But for those hard core gamers that just happen to own a Wii, and especially fans of the series, Dead Space: Extraction is a game you really should check out. The graphics are also actually pretty goodTo be honest, Dead Space: Extraction is actually a pretty good game, and definitely one of the best games on the Wii. You sadly can't find many great games on the Wii for hard core gamers. But for those hard core gamers that just happen to own a Wii, and especially fans of the series, Dead Space: Extraction is a game you really should check out. The graphics are also actually pretty good (for a Wii game anyways.) This game is also a very important addition to the Dead Space story line, and fans will really enjoy it, along with the scares it brings.… Expand
  15. ChrisH
    Sep 30, 2009
    10
    My comment will probably be removed as it should, but just a quick and rather obvious point, that has been made so many times before: Game Informer: Dead Space fans should check it out for the fiction... bla bla bla. Dead Space fans, as in the people who played the original which just happened to be on the other consoles. Is it that in this gaming world of today, we are now expected to My comment will probably be removed as it should, but just a quick and rather obvious point, that has been made so many times before: Game Informer: Dead Space fans should check it out for the fiction... bla bla bla. Dead Space fans, as in the people who played the original which just happened to be on the other consoles. Is it that in this gaming world of today, we are now expected to not only own the latest consoles, but own every since one of them? Nothing wrong with exclusives, but why, when they already made a game on the other consoles, did they decide to make an exclusive for the one computer they didn't do the original for. Rant ends.… Expand
  16. Justin
    Oct 13, 2009
    10
    The best first person guided experience ever. Its one of the best looking Wii game to date, so any real horror fan should play this game..
  17. helena23
    Oct 31, 2011
    8
    i liked this game although i found it a bit boring, still, has a good plot great visuals and variety of paths and weapons throughout the game is the best on rails game ive ever played
  18. birdman3
    Jun 21, 2017
    9
    I went back and forth throughout my playthrough regarding whether or not I liked the on-rails idea behind this game. It made it unique in the Dead Space universe, and made for some interesting gameplay (once I didn't have to worry about my footing). At the same time, I didn't like that I couldn't loot certain items because I didn't look at the area long enough. I appreciated that the gameI went back and forth throughout my playthrough regarding whether or not I liked the on-rails idea behind this game. It made it unique in the Dead Space universe, and made for some interesting gameplay (once I didn't have to worry about my footing). At the same time, I didn't like that I couldn't loot certain items because I didn't look at the area long enough. I appreciated that the game wasn't overly long, but has replayability in the form of repeatable challenges, which cut out the cutscenes of the game and get you right into the action. So, there's a little something for everyone in this game.… Expand
  19. ArkonBlade
    Mar 23, 2011
    8
    one of the very few good things the wii has going for it besides its nintendo lisenced games are some real good rail shooters and dead space extraction joins that list. the game feels alot like a movie as there is alot of chatter between you and your commrades as you make your way through the alien infested ship trying to find away out. its a sequel just before the events of the firstone of the very few good things the wii has going for it besides its nintendo lisenced games are some real good rail shooters and dead space extraction joins that list. the game feels alot like a movie as there is alot of chatter between you and your commrades as you make your way through the alien infested ship trying to find away out. its a sequel just before the events of the first dead space . you have pretty much all the guns from the first dead space along with a few more . the graphics are very well done (for the wii atleast) . there are a few boss fights but are typically the same thing for all rail shooters just shoot the weak spot until it dies. the voice acting is pretty solid and it does like i said have a movie feel to it . you can upgrade your guns by finding upgrade nodes and there are 10 chapters in the game . the total is about 4 hours long so its on the short side but most rail shooters are . my few gripes with this game is it is just to dark and even though you get this green glow stick it only lets you use it at certain times which i was not a fan of . you should have been able to use it when ever you want . also the camera swings around so erradicaly when you are trying to grab some thing it can be a ubber pain . there should have been a button you can press that would just freeze the camera for atleast 3 seconds so you can grab some stuff . i didnt find this game as near as intense as what dead space 1 or 2 is but still a enjoyable games that if you like rail shooters is well worth picking up.… Expand
  20. MrRizzleSmith
    Feb 10, 2011
    10
    This game is great! I'm way behind because I didn't know about this game until a month ago, but I'm way into it. I have a 360 and a Wii. I originally got Dead space 1 on the 360 and was in love. Then I had Dead Space 2 pre ordered when I discovered there was a Wii addition rail type shooter that was the prequel. I was kinda sceptical because I played a Shooter "on-rails" before on WiiThis game is great! I'm way behind because I didn't know about this game until a month ago, but I'm way into it. I have a 360 and a Wii. I originally got Dead space 1 on the 360 and was in love. Then I had Dead Space 2 pre ordered when I discovered there was a Wii addition rail type shooter that was the prequel. I was kinda sceptical because I played a Shooter "on-rails" before on Wii and didn't think it was very fun. I used to love those types of games in arcades, but never appealed to me very much on consoles. But, this game pushes new boundaries. For being on the Wii the graphics are top notch. And the way they went with the game being "on-rails" is awesome. It's more like watching a movie and you are the main character. There is a lot of cut scenes, but they are well done and the acting is awesome for a video game. Then in the middle of watching this "movie" you get to shoot a bunch of things. It is the best game on Wii I have ever played and I love how it fills in the story more about how things got so bad before Dead Space 1.… Expand
  21. toddimuspme
    Nov 23, 2011
    9
    Dead space extraction is a great game period. I own all three systems and have played both dead space 1 and 2 and this dead space on rails for the wii or for ps3 is a awsome experience. Great story great graphics. The will remote I like a little better than the move because I feel the speaker in the wii mote adds a little to the game play. It is a shame the wii is dissed so much by the dieDead space extraction is a great game period. I own all three systems and have played both dead space 1 and 2 and this dead space on rails for the wii or for ps3 is a awsome experience. Great story great graphics. The will remote I like a little better than the move because I feel the speaker in the wii mote adds a little to the game play. It is a shame the wii is dissed so much by the die hard xbxers out there because honestly they are missing out on a great title. If you don't pick this one up then you are the one missing out. Worth every penny and one of the best games ever on rails. Love it.… Expand
  22. Pakon
    Feb 1, 2020
    8
    Dead Space: Extraction is a prequel to the first Dead Space. Thegame is a bit short and story is not its strongest point. However, where the game shines, is its gameplay: Excellent solid rail shooter gameplay which works amazing with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk (Wii Zapper also works great). A must-have game for the Wii, which can be enjoyed both sigle player or co-op.
  23. Disrupture
    Feb 22, 2022
    9
    By far one of my favorite games for the Wii. Controls are pretty responsive and I love the fact that they went for an "on rails" type of gameplay. This one is a must for Dead Space fans and Wii collectors.
  24. Yojimbo2015
    Jan 10, 2023
    8
    Lightgun shooter based in the Dead Space universe, the mechanics of which work well for the transfer to this particular genre. Add a coherent and properly fleshed out narrative which is unusual for this type of game, and it feels quite unique. The only niggle is that the structure relies upon a "stars earned" system to progress which essentially means you have infinite continues,Lightgun shooter based in the Dead Space universe, the mechanics of which work well for the transfer to this particular genre. Add a coherent and properly fleshed out narrative which is unusual for this type of game, and it feels quite unique. The only niggle is that the structure relies upon a "stars earned" system to progress which essentially means you have infinite continues, compromising the sense of danger which makes me prefer the Resident Evil Chronicles games. But that doesn't stop it from being one of the best examples of the genre around.… Expand

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#14 Best Wii Game of 2009
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#10 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2009
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#32 Most Shared Wii Game of 2009

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82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 76 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 76
  3. Negative: 0 out of 76
  1. Games Master UK
    82
    More horror movie simulator than game, but a brilliant, tense and exciting experience still. [Dec 2009, p.62]
  2. Kikizo
    60
    Drop-in local multiplayer, though a decent laugh on higher difficulty settings, can’t quite save Dead Space: Extraction from solid rental status.
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  3. Gameplanet
    85
    Like Dead Space before it, this one’s a class act, through and through. Heed the censor's warning though... this is no kiddies' title.
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