Dead Space

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1039 Ratings

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  1. YASIFAIZI
    Feb 16, 2018
    9
    Such a great mix of action and horror. this is one of the best horror, sci fi, action, shooter game for along time
    its has great graphic, awesome game-play, good story, satisfying ending and many more.
    every at least try this once at a live time.
  2. MarsCorialanus
    Oct 27, 2017
    9
    I played this ages ago, but in honour of Visceral's demise I feel I should add my two cents. I first saw game-play for this game on TV with Geoff Keighley on GT TV on Spike. I was intrigued, but didn't know how great the game would be in the end. I figured I'd give it a try. What followed was 2-3 days ( I had school to go to) of horror, tense heart pounding action, atmosphericI played this ages ago, but in honour of Visceral's demise I feel I should add my two cents. I first saw game-play for this game on TV with Geoff Keighley on GT TV on Spike. I was intrigued, but didn't know how great the game would be in the end. I figured I'd give it a try. What followed was 2-3 days ( I had school to go to) of horror, tense heart pounding action, atmospheric exploration, and just over all an incredible experience I've never had the pleasure of again. The sequels are not as compelling and feel cheapened a bit, but this first entry... it was phenomenal. A true classic that will forever live in the annals of Vidja Gams.… Expand
  3. limis
    Apr 14, 2018
    8
    pros: excellent atmosphere, creepy monsters and a interesting way to kill them, satisfying weapons
    cons: a bit predictable at times, too reliant on jumpscares, ammo is to plentifull (on normal anyways)
    overall enjoyable survival horror game and a must play for fans of the aliens franchise. RIP Visceral.
  4. Dsims37
    Jun 16, 2019
    10
    This is one of the all time best survival horror games. People even complained that it was too tense. If you haven’t played this game you must find it.
  5. MalcomGTX
    May 2, 2012
    7
    A beautifully atmospheric game, but the reliance on jump scares killed my enjoyment many times.

    The, 'huh wonder if some thing is going to jump out of that obvious grate' feeling pops up constantly, yet it still made me jump as fast moving objects tend to do for me, not so much fear as adrenaline.

    I would have preferred more sinking horror and less of a surprise fest.
  6. starmario123
    Apr 27, 2011
    9
    9/10 = Amazing = A Great Survival horror game only beaten now only by it's own successor and Resident Evil 4 (which IS the best). A bit too predictable at times though. Any time a necromorph is on the floor expect it to attack you.
  7. Sceptic
    Sep 8, 2011
    9
    Atmospheric.Immersive.Chilling...A leading light in the dying Survival Horror genre and the best since Resident Evil 4.Investigate a crippled starship then crap yourself while cleverly dismembering a horde of diabolical creatures.Best played in the dark with surround sound.Alone.
  8. DeadshotCRYSIS
    Oct 13, 2011
    9
    It's really rare to get a game which makes you jump out of your seat SEVERAL of times. I constantly found myself doing this. This game holds one of the most atmospheric environments ever seen in a video game and is a truly remarkable game with a great story tied up to it.
  9. VanderVaart
    Oct 19, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of the scariest games i have played and i am never scared.
    Every time your playing the game you know that a thing can just jump in front of you with out knowing it and slice you open so this is a awesome and scary game.    … Expand
  10. X-fushion
    Apr 21, 2012
    10
    One of the best survival horror games to date An interesting story line and creative wepons and enemies, the atmosphere is really great it reminds me to the alien movies but 10000 more scarier. also the envariorment is very interesting and original sometimes you go into zero gravity zones and you can walk in the wals or in the celling, combat has strategy you just can go and shoot a alienOne of the best survival horror games to date An interesting story line and creative wepons and enemies, the atmosphere is really great it reminds me to the alien movies but 10000 more scarier. also the envariorment is very interesting and original sometimes you go into zero gravity zones and you can walk in the wals or in the celling, combat has strategy you just can go and shoot a alien like crazy you need to be accuarate and cut their limbs to kill them. if you like horror games this one is a must buy.… Expand
  11. sjbn002
    Jan 13, 2012
    10
    This is the best game of EA Ahhhhh!!!......................................................................................................................
  12. SupR_G
    Feb 10, 2013
    8
    Instant classic for any fan of horror sci-fi. The setting, tone and sound design are superb, and the graphics for the time were top notch. However I will say the pitfalls of this game really stood out after Dead Space 2 was released. With a 'mute' Isaac, you get no sense of character and story which Dead Space 2 and 3 really focused on, which is a real shame because there was a lot ofInstant classic for any fan of horror sci-fi. The setting, tone and sound design are superb, and the graphics for the time were top notch. However I will say the pitfalls of this game really stood out after Dead Space 2 was released. With a 'mute' Isaac, you get no sense of character and story which Dead Space 2 and 3 really focused on, which is a real shame because there was a lot of potential there. On top of this the game play feels a little wonky as well, but these are things you can quickly get over on another play through. Despite that, this is still a great game and definitely worth playing.… Expand
  13. Erimud
    Feb 28, 2013
    9
    I cant believe this game flew under my radar. It reminds me of resident evil 4-- its a horror survival game with over the shoulder shooting, several upgradable items, skills and suits.
  14. twos
    Dec 25, 2013
    9
    Just a flat out excellent game, the scariest game I am yet to play, with beautiful graphics excellent sound, a solid third person shooter mechanic with a nice twist in what classifies as a 'critical' hit. This game was truly exciting every step of the way, the only thing that kept me from giving this game a 10 was that I was not 100 percent engaged in the story-line with which other gamesJust a flat out excellent game, the scariest game I am yet to play, with beautiful graphics excellent sound, a solid third person shooter mechanic with a nice twist in what classifies as a 'critical' hit. This game was truly exciting every step of the way, the only thing that kept me from giving this game a 10 was that I was not 100 percent engaged in the story-line with which other games which are not so smooth have often managed to suck me in. 9.5/10… Expand
  15. wadehatfield25
    Sep 6, 2015
    10
    A true survival landmark with amazing graphics and gameplay, the environments are creepy, the creatures are eerie and the overall execution is a satisfying horror experience.
  16. aljirik1992
    Feb 11, 2018
    8
    "Тайна третьей планеты" по американски. (Dead Space)

    Если бы Алиса Селезнёва искала диковинных зверушек для московского зоопарка на планете Эгида7, то история закончилась бы печально. DS пропитана атмосферой ужаса и безысходности, а изначально стартуя на максимальном уровне сложности, да ещё и с поставленной целью пройти весь предложенный разрабами ад со стандартной пухой - задача не из    "Тайна третьей планеты" по американски. (Dead Space)

    Если бы Алиса Селезнёва искала диковинных зверушек для московского зоопарка на планете Эгида7, то история закончилась бы печально. DS пропитана атмосферой ужаса и безысходности, а изначально стартуя на максимальном уровне сложности, да ещё и с поставленной целью пройти весь предложенный разрабами ад со стандартной пухой - задача не из лёгких. Но никто не запрещает пойти игрокам по склизкой дорожке, чтобы отыскать все бортовые записи колонистов станции Ишимура и стать едиными с главным героем, хладнокровной сосредоточенности которого, полностью соответствует гробовая тишина космоса и смертельная хватка будто слившихся воедино кошмаров из фильмов "Чужие", "Нечто" и "Сквозь Горизонт". Некроморфы - бесспорно одни из самых жутких противников, что предстают перед геймерами во всей своей красе, но истинное зло, как и полагается для глубоко проработанной вселенной, скрывается внутри самого повествования, за которым при 1м слегка затянутом прохождении и повторяющимся геймплеем хочется следить.    … Expand
  17. LiamR
    Aug 18, 2009
    5
    I knew there was a large amount of hype surrounding Dead Space on release so I waited until I found it at a reduced price in WH-Smiths. I'm unhappy to state that I'm glad I waited. The game starts off very promising, the graphics are gorgeous and the sound and atmosphere were incredible. I was really enjoying the game for the first hour or so but then the problems began to I knew there was a large amount of hype surrounding Dead Space on release so I waited until I found it at a reduced price in WH-Smiths. I'm unhappy to state that I'm glad I waited. The game starts off very promising, the graphics are gorgeous and the sound and atmosphere were incredible. I was really enjoying the game for the first hour or so but then the problems began to occur. Firstly the excellent graphics are witnessed less and less as you progress as the game starts taking on the murky corridor design and everything seems to be all one colour. The game doesn't seem to know how to balance itself (Normal Difficulty) in some sections it seems absurdly easy with ammo aplenty and enemies evenly spread out, but in far too many places all the loot from enemies and chests becomes money or ammo for weapons you don't posses and to add salt to the wound this is when the game decides to throw large quantities of enemies at you that would be difficult to kill even if you had full health and ammo. The fear factor for the game loses it's very clever suspenseful edge at the same points where enemies keep jumping out from vents and corners that was done far too many times in DOOM 3. The anti gravity sections are interesting but the game doesn't always want to let you jump accordingly which can be very frustrating in the timed sections where it doesn't want to allow you to walk into areas with oxygen. I find it hard to not like Dead Space but it seems to want me to hate it. What was good at the beginning slowly degrades and the objectives become go to location press button/ pick something up and backtrack.… Expand
  18. NoName
    Nov 13, 2008
    6
    An average horror game with a nice change of scenery. The game is becomes very repetitive, very quick.
  19. BobwickH.
    Oct 17, 2008
    5
    I played this game back when it was called System Shock 2. Then I played it again back when it was called Bioshock. Apparently EA's new blockbuster strategy is to remake old classics in such a way that they just barely can't get sued for it. Especially ironic since EA actually owns the rights to System Shock 2, which forces us to wonder why they didn't just do a straight-up I played this game back when it was called System Shock 2. Then I played it again back when it was called Bioshock. Apparently EA's new blockbuster strategy is to remake old classics in such a way that they just barely can't get sued for it. Especially ironic since EA actually owns the rights to System Shock 2, which forces us to wonder why they didn't just do a straight-up remake instead of a fake-out. 5 out of 10 since the game is fine, just not original.… Expand
  20. SeanB.
    Jan 6, 2009
    6
    Ultimately, the game was forgettable. While the world seemed immersive and fantastic at first evolves into being a sub-par survival horror. The action centers of dismembering monsters, but it feels so awfully gimmicky. They offer a half-hearted explanation, but you can tell it is simply to do something slightly different. It is an ok action game with a mediocre horror them. Fear comes Ultimately, the game was forgettable. While the world seemed immersive and fantastic at first evolves into being a sub-par survival horror. The action centers of dismembering monsters, but it feels so awfully gimmicky. They offer a half-hearted explanation, but you can tell it is simply to do something slightly different. It is an ok action game with a mediocre horror them. Fear comes from startles and surprises. It is more like Doom in the fear and less like FEAR. Sadly, the ending was easily predicted, not through foreshadowing but from what most media would move toward. I knew what the ending would be 5 minutes into the game. There were no surprises in that. That said, some of the levels were very well designed. Perhaps not believable for a space ship, but offered interesting places to go through.… Expand
  21. Higher_Standard
    Jan 24, 2011
    4
    Great atmosphere and sounds indeed. However, the enemies look and function at a hilarious level of unrealism. There are parts that I could compare to Jimmy Neutron episodes in terms of unrealistic. Here you have very realistic graphics with monsters that look anything but. In fact they're so stupid looking It kills the fear of the entire game for me; and without that this game is just aGreat atmosphere and sounds indeed. However, the enemies look and function at a hilarious level of unrealism. There are parts that I could compare to Jimmy Neutron episodes in terms of unrealistic. Here you have very realistic graphics with monsters that look anything but. In fact they're so stupid looking It kills the fear of the entire game for me; and without that this game is just a really repetitive shooter with an upgrade system. Not to mention painfully boring. Not a recommended title unless being chased by special ed class terrifies you.… Expand
  22. Dylanmc12
    Mar 3, 2011
    0
    Not scary, rip's off just about every horror ever made, the gameplay didn't make it for me, and it's trying to make us feel sorry for someone with a bucket on their head and their mouth's taped shut.
    What a pathetic escuse for a horror-game.
  23. N.Davidson
    Jan 17, 2010
    4
    The graphics are good. The atmosphere of the game is alright. Other than that, this game is horribly irritating and repetitive. The controls are godawful and slow for the PC, and I'm not a fan of the whole "third-person-over-the-shoulder" view. Some of the voice acting is pretty bad as well. Maybe the controls are better for the 360, but I'm not about to find out anytime soon.
  24. RichardP.
    Feb 14, 2009
    3
    Sure it's got lovely graphics and interesting design (and very good sound effects BUT the game is ultimately BORING. Forget about what all these other reviews say. The first hour is interesting because the game is still a novelty. This game is retative and predictable. Corridor after corridor. And your missions are all the same, go to a different part of the ship and collect Sure it's got lovely graphics and interesting design (and very good sound effects BUT the game is ultimately BORING. Forget about what all these other reviews say. The first hour is interesting because the game is still a novelty. This game is retative and predictable. Corridor after corridor. And your missions are all the same, go to a different part of the ship and collect something/push a button/play a mini game. First hour is ok. Ten hours later, it's worse than pulling teeth. This is a high quality game that has been stretched and cheaply lengthened until it's a boring husk.… Expand
  25. MJ
    Feb 26, 2009
    3
    This game is absolutely horrible. The only redeeming quality of this game is the graphics and they are only mediocre at best. The controls are terrible. The inventory/map/objective screens are a jumbled mess. The level design is beyond yawn inducing. The story is worthless. This game is a cheap Doom 3 and Resident Evil ripoff. My favorite aspect of the game is all the backtracking. Every This game is absolutely horrible. The only redeeming quality of this game is the graphics and they are only mediocre at best. The controls are terrible. The inventory/map/objective screens are a jumbled mess. The level design is beyond yawn inducing. The story is worthless. This game is a cheap Doom 3 and Resident Evil ripoff. My favorite aspect of the game is all the backtracking. Every mission you have to backtrack to where you started. There is a total of 12 levels but there is only truly about 3 or 4. The enemy design is ripped straight from The Suffering. This game doesn't do a single thing to differentiate from any other half assed piece of crap available. I can't even recommend this game as a rental. Save your money. The people that score this game highly must have extremely low expectations in life. I rated this game a 3 for its graphics only.… Expand
  26. TheQuietGamer
    Aug 30, 2016
    8
    Dead Space is a rare, fully satisfying single-player only experience. One that nails the action-horror gameplay, if not so much the actual horror. It's actually not a scary game. Even with all of it's dark corridors and grotesque monsters I never found anything here that gave me any sort of fright.

    That may be a big disappointment for the horror enthusiast looking for the next thing    Dead Space is a rare, fully satisfying single-player only experience. One that nails the action-horror gameplay, if not so much the actual horror. It's actually not a scary game. Even with all of it's dark corridors and grotesque monsters I never found anything here that gave me any sort of fright.

    That may be a big disappointment for the horror enthusiast looking for the next thing that will scare them out of their pants, but there are still plenty of reasons to play it. For starters they nailed the atmosphere. The sense of loneliness and desperation complement the gameplay well. The sound is phenomenal and the graphics have aged remarkably well. The story doesn't evolve too much beyond it's "stranded and looking for a way out" setup, but there bits that hint at a larger mythology and what few characters there are were very well written.

    When it comes to the gameplay this is some of the most satisfying action I've experienced from the horror genre. The gunplay feels great and your limited resources mean that it always feels like you're just barely scraping by. There are enough items scattered around to keep you going to the next checkpoint, but conserving your supplies is still necessary for survival.

    New enemies are introduced at a steady pace. The fact that you have to target and remove their limbs in order to actually kill them means these are more than just generic bullet sponges. Add in some special powers that tie into some great puzzles and you have an experience that stays fresh and tense all the way through.

    The only flaw I can find with the gameplay would be the mobility, or lack thereof. Your character "Isaac" isn't the fastest or most agile dude. This isn't a problem most of the time because you don't deal with too many enemies at once. However when the action gets more crowded and these surprisingly fast enemies have you cornered, you'll find yourself wishing Isaac would pick up the pace and get out of the way. A simple dodge-roll would have gone a long way.

    For what it lacks in actual horror, it makes up for with a well-paced story and mostly excellent gameplay. It might not be scary and it does have it's frustrating moments, but for the most part this is an excellent game. One with a fairly decent length (I beat it in a little over 8 hours) and high replay value. Dead Space is worth your time, horror fan or not.    … Expand
  27. osprey
    Oct 23, 2012
    7
    I came back to this game because the first time I played it I just didn't get what all the fuss was about. I didn't finish it but recently I have been going back to unfinished games to challenge myself and this time I got it. This game is fun to play. I still don't think it is scary or original in any way but for some reason it is still a lot of fun to play. After I had gotten all theI came back to this game because the first time I played it I just didn't get what all the fuss was about. I didn't finish it but recently I have been going back to unfinished games to challenge myself and this time I got it. This game is fun to play. I still don't think it is scary or original in any way but for some reason it is still a lot of fun to play. After I had gotten all the achievements I could get I still wanted to keep playing. I don't think I will go on to the second one but this one really was fun to play. For the record though there are many much better survival horror games out there. Deadly Premonition, Silent Hill games and the Condemned games to name a few.… Expand
  28. thewastedyouth
    Feb 5, 2013
    6
    I, a once Dead Space fan feel insulted and I could literally feel the slap in the face EA gave me when they announced co-op. What Visceral said just showed EA is only in gaming for cash now. They said "We didn't want to ruin the formula of Dead Space. BUT WE'LL KEEP CO-OP IN!" and then "It's not important. Just there. It wont affect the campaign" so why is it in? Oh yeah! To appeal to CoDI, a once Dead Space fan feel insulted and I could literally feel the slap in the face EA gave me when they announced co-op. What Visceral said just showed EA is only in gaming for cash now. They said "We didn't want to ruin the formula of Dead Space. BUT WE'LL KEEP CO-OP IN!" and then "It's not important. Just there. It wont affect the campaign" so why is it in? Oh yeah! To appeal to CoD kiddies! If you feel insulted by the fact EA wants you all to be CoD kiddies, do not buy this game.… Expand
  29. triking
    Jul 28, 2013
    3
    What a boring, hollywood game, with very little depth. It manages to deliver solid play, but as an experience is a massive and predictable snore.

    The sequel doesn't even try to hide what's going to happen, and pacing has been thrown out the window to make for a more "epic" experience. At the start, even though the necros have literally JUST broke out, one of the more bulky creatures    What a boring, hollywood game, with very little depth. It manages to deliver solid play, but as an experience is a massive and predictable snore.

    The sequel doesn't even try to hide what's going to happen, and pacing has been thrown out the window to make for a more "epic" experience. At the start, even though the necros have literally JUST broke out, one of the more bulky creatures makes a very early appearance, even though there would not have been nearly enough time for it to have grown (or died). I'm never sure which it is, with necros.

    Compare that to the first game, which was a constant remix of tried and true horror techniques, leaving me more afraid of not the technique itself, but always wondering when it would finally arrive. For example there are countless times you enter a bloodied bathroom expecting something to jump out. Over and over again the game lets you off the hook. You worry every single time you enter one. Making you keep your guard up constantly was what the first game excelled at.

    EA seems good at taking great first franchise entries and immediately raping them to the point where fans of the first will be unlikely to enjoy the sequels.    … Expand
  30. doggystyle
    Jul 21, 2013
    5
    One word review: boring.

    If your idea of fun is to wander around areas shooting identical enemies with identical weapons then Dead space is for you. I bought it because I was told that it is very very scary and the person in question can't play much of it at one go. He clearly needs help with his issues. Scary isn't the first word that comes to mind for me. Boring is.
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Awards & Rankings

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#11 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#8 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#7 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2008

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 76 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    91
    The very fact that we wish Dead Space included more of its original features and less content pulled from the last generation's greatest game speaks volumes for the quality on show. [Issue # 71]
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  2. IGN
    87
    Call it science fiction survival horror, but Dead Space does the genre proud with an engaging story; action that's tense, fast-paced and extremely violent; as well as atmospheric qualities that will get under your skin and make you jump.
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  3. GamePro
    100
    It's easily the best survival horror game since the masterful "Resident Evil 4" and it sets the bar high for graphics, sound, and scares in its respective genre. Dead Space is an artistic nightmare clearly designed for survival horror fans by a passionate and dedicated team of like-minded gamers. Just be sure to play it with the lights on.
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