Dead Space (2008)

1. Jerad_2142

   Aug 22, 2013

   10

   Easily the best game in the series, one minor issue being delayed user input, but this could easily be fixed by turning off VSYNC so its notEasily the best game in the series, one minor issue being delayed user input, but this could easily be fixed by turning off VSYNC so its not that big of an issue. One of the first things I remember noticing about this game was the lighting, it looked amazing, especially for a console port. The ambience is done excellently as well, good sound effects where they need to be. It makes for a very suspenseful atmosphere and I loved it, replayed it at least 10 times.… Expand

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2. birdman3

   Nov 13, 2012

   10

   The most terrifying video game I have ever played. Eventually, you figure out the rhythm of when terrors will appear, but by this point theThe most terrifying video game I have ever played. Eventually, you figure out the rhythm of when terrors will appear, but by this point the game has ramped up the difficulty, keeping the challenge high. The quests are fairly repetitive (go here, acquire item, return, repeat), but the engagements are dynamic and the character acting is great, which keeps the game from getting dull. The RPG elements of upgrading your suit and guns are fantastic because it emphasizes your specific playstyle. The only downside is that certain guns are more useful in situations than others, which means that you're pigeon-holed into always carrying certain weapons that you might not want to use (e.g. I can't find a way to efficiently defeat guardians without using the saw cutter, but I hate that gun in all other cases). Also, this game has a lot of gore- do not play in front of a sensitive crowd. People talk about the horrid controls, but I don't know what their problem is- I feel like any inefficiencies in controlling Isaac can be attributed to the fact that you are controlling an engineer, not a soldier- he's not going to be trained to perform perfectly in combat. That's the feeling I got from the controls. Other than that, this game has become one of my all-time favorites.… Expand

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4. hcookie

   May 16, 2011

   10

   Picked this up recently during a Steam Sale. Was wondering what the hype was all about for Dead Space 2. I now know. Dead Space is anPicked this up recently during a Steam Sale. Was wondering what the hype was all about for Dead Space 2. I now know. Dead Space is an incredible game, great storyline and probably the best fiver I spent on a game which is about three years old. As good as that first feeling you got when playing the first Resident Evil, though that's a poor comparison. Dead Space sucks you into it's madness and chaos, leaving you gasping for a breather. Definitely going to grab Dead Space 2.… Expand

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5. pnoozi

   Aug 22, 2013

   9

   Received Dead Space as part of the recent Humble Bundle sale. Sometimes in life you're hit with a good thing out of nowhere, and this is theReceived Dead Space as part of the recent Humble Bundle sale. Sometimes in life you're hit with a good thing out of nowhere, and this is the case with Dead Space. It's a great mix between action, survival, and horror. The story is a bit cliche, but the atmosphere makes up for it, led by the visuals and sound cues. The game is very well optimized for PC, with one major flaw vsync locks the framerate to 30 fps. There is a workaround you must force vsync externally using your driver software or D3DOverrider if you want to use it and maintain 60 FPS. The mouse controlled very well in my limited time using it, with smooth movement and good sensitivity, but I elected to use a 360 controller instead. Very impressed overall... caused me to buy Dead Space 2.… Expand

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6. mr-NachoMen

   Aug 12, 2019

   8

   Dead Space is the perfect mix of action and horror and it remains being one of the scariest games out there, the premise is extremely easy "aDead Space is the perfect mix of action and horror and it remains being one of the scariest games out there, the premise is extremely easy "a rescue mission that turns into a fight for survival".
   The main point is the setting and ambiance, space... on a desolated ship that is infested with monsters. The sound and environments are spooky and the game makes you feel unease and that there's something waiting for you in the next corner.
   The gameplay is inspired by resident evil 4, but with a crucial factor which is the dismember system, this was a great deal for the game's physics and to kill the enemies.
   Visually the game still holding great in 2019, specially it's lighting and shadows in real time.
   Off course the problem with the game is that the further you progress into the game, nearly to the ending you have a lot of ammo and have upgraded most of your weapons, so basically now you are overpowered and necromorphs are no threat at all.
   But, it is a really scary title that is worth trying if you want to be scared.… Expand

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7. Hawkuarien

   Oct 24, 2021

   7

   I've played this game for about 11 hours now and I don't really understand the hype that the critics gave this game. The controls are clunky,I've played this game for about 11 hours now and I don't really understand the hype that the critics gave this game. The controls are clunky, the story is mediocre. To be fair, the graphics are decent for their time, but what bugs me most about this game is its linear gameplay and awful clunky gunplay.… Expand

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8. danisegarra

   Nov 18, 2015

   0

   I wasn't unable to play. There is a bug that doesn't allow me to walk and turn at the same time. The mouse works fine during all the gameI wasn't unable to play. There is a bug that doesn't allow me to walk and turn at the same time. The mouse works fine during all the game except when the character was moving; then it was impossible to turn.… Expand

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