Dead Space

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  • Summary: Developed exclusively for next generation consoles and PC, raising the level of horror and immersion to unprecedented heights for the franchise through stunning visuals, audio and controls powered by the Frostbite game engine. Fans will experience an improved story, characters, gameplayDeveloped exclusively for next generation consoles and PC, raising the level of horror and immersion to unprecedented heights for the franchise through stunning visuals, audio and controls powered by the Frostbite game engine. Fans will experience an improved story, characters, gameplay mechanics and more as they fight to survive a living nightmare aboard the desolate mining starship, the USG Ishimura, all while uncovering the dreadful mystery of what happened to the slaughtered crew and ship.
    In Dead Space, Isaac Clarke is an everyman engineer on a mission to repair a vast, sprawling starship, the USG Ishimura, only to discover something has gone horribly wrong. The ship's crew has been slaughtered and infected by some alien scourge...and Isaac's beloved partner, Nicole, is lost somewhere on board. Now Isaac is alone with only his tools and engineering skills as he attempts to uncover the nightmarish mystery of what happened aboard the Ishimura. Trapped with hostile creatures called "necromorphs", Isaac faces a battle for survival, not only against the escalating terrors of the ship, but his own crumbling sanity.    … Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 88
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 88
  3. Negative: 0 out of 88
  1. GGRecon
    Apr 27, 2023
    100
    The game has been immensely enjoyable and is a must-recommend, providing us with hours of gruesome, deadly fun in the void of space.
  2. VG247
    Jan 26, 2023
    100
    Dead Space doesn’t just place you into the role of Isaac Clarke, it forces you into his head, too. You’re constantly questioning if the apparitions he is seeing are real, and his physical reaction to the unbelievable events aboard the space ship only fuel yours further. You are completely at the whim of the USG Ishimura, and it never lets you forget that. Ultimately, Dead Space is a game that a lot of horror developers can learn from when it comes to creating suspense and a feeling of dread in its players. And as far as remakes go, Dead Space has me thoroughly pining over a decade-old series. That’s a success, if you ask me.
  3. TierraGamer
    Jan 26, 2023
    95
    Dead Space is a remake that manages to surpass the original entry. Its story feels complex, and the gameplay mechanics are more robust than in the first game. It should serve as an example for any upcoming remake that wants to pay homage to the original work while making changes to enhance its impact with audiences old and new.
  4. Game Informer
    Jan 26, 2023
    90
    Rather than reinvent the wheel, Motive made Dead Space look nicer, play better, and preserved the core of the experience. Its new flourishes add to that enjoyment instead of subtracting. This remake respects and polishes up my memories of Isaac’s first encounter with the necromorphs without making me miss the original version. It also acts as the perfect entry point for newcomers since it feels on par with today’s titles. I hope this exceptional revision signals to EA that Dead Space has plenty of gas in the tank and becomes a harbinger for more horrifying stories in this universe.
  5. GamingTrend
    Jan 26, 2023
    90
    The Dead Space remake is exactly what a remake should be. Quality-of-life improvements help the game flow better and meet modern standards, while the updated graphics bring the terror to life in vivid detail, providing a grotesque beauty to the nearly non-stop carnage. Despite the years which have passed since the game’s initial release in 2008, Isaac’s trek through the USG Ishimura remains as enthralling and terrifying as ever.
  6. 4Players.de
    Jan 26, 2023
    86
    Technically impressive remake of a modern horror classic: This Dead Space feels brutally good, sounds strong and gets on your last nerve.
  7. The Jimquisition
    Feb 3, 2023
    50
    Everything good about Dead Space 2023’s basic gameplay, combat, and narrative is a result of what Dead Space 2008 built. Most of what this remake adds is either less appealing artistic alterations or side content that generally amounts to unnecessary padding, and quite frankly I’d have been more interested in a remaster than a glitchy new take that’s less enjoyable and costs more. When you add the repulsive context of EA benefiting from a series it once destroyed right down to the developer, you get a game that leaves a sour bloody taste, even if it’s an acceptable mimicry of its predecessor...Dead Space 2008 is fifteen quid on digital storefronts.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 220 out of 274
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 274
  3. Negative: 39 out of 274
  1. Reinhard07
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Some of us did not wonder if Dead Space would be forgotten and we would not be lucky to see it again with a decent conclusion despite DeadSome of us did not wonder if Dead Space would be forgotten and we would not be lucky to see it again with a decent conclusion despite Dead Space 3, which strayed far from the main premise and everything went to waste. Now we do not have that long-awaited conclusion, instead we have a "REMAKE" that is undoubtedly an extraordinary renewal as we saw with Capcom's Resident 2; I personally didn't think that the original title could be improved, and to the surprise of all players this time MOTIVE studio managed to improve something that we thought was almost perfect from the beginning. The additions not only range from the obvious graphic improvement, to this we must add an increase in information and context in the lore of events and the history of the main and secondary characters, even our protagonist will not be a mute character as in the original, Now he has a voice that allows him to interact with the other characters, adding a lot of information about Isaac's character, we can even see Isaac's face from the beginning and we will notice a change in his face and a resemblance to actor Adam Sandler (FOR THIS ONE REASON I DON'T GIVE IT A HIGHER RATING). During the journey in the story we will be given secondary objectives that we can complete as we unlock access to the different sections of the Ishimura. The weapons are the same as in the original title but there was certainly some major balancing and changes to the secondary shots making them more useful (as in the case of the pulse cannon which is now quite useful). The trophies are mostly the same as the ones we saw on PS3. In a matter of enemies, the necromorphs are more aggressive and resistant, the mechanics of dismembering them is now much more "realistic" since while we do damage to them we can see if we pay attention to how the meat is cut until leaving the bones uncovered for the final "cut". The lighting, textures and the redesign of some parts of the Ishimura greatly improved the immersion resulting in a terrifying game and you should not miss it. In my opinion, this is a light of hope for fans of the saga that invites us to dream that future installments (if there are any) will be improved by removing everything that the players did not like and we can see a conclusion to the story epic way. Let's just pray that EA doesn't implement the microtransactions and co-op that didn't work and screwed up.… Expand
  2. horrorveteran
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Amazing Remake!!! I would highly suggest ignoring those low IQ idiots who review bomb this game and whine about everything. They shouldAmazing Remake!!! I would highly suggest ignoring those low IQ idiots who review bomb this game and whine about everything. They should seriously seek help. Original game was good, but this remake is actually better. I'm seriously surprised.… Expand
  4. Sannikov123
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    For me The First Dead Space is one of the best Horror and Gaming Experience Ever ! And now even better. From me a must Play. And now please doFor me The First Dead Space is one of the best Horror and Gaming Experience Ever ! And now even better. From me a must Play. And now please do Remake of the Second Game … Expand
  5. Ch4mallow
    May 15, 2023
    9
    Une ambiance de malade ! Les bruits du vaisseau qui donne la peur celui ci est vivant malgré tous les mort que celui-ci garde ! Un jeux justeUne ambiance de malade ! Les bruits du vaisseau qui donne la peur celui ci est vivant malgré tous les mort que celui-ci garde ! Un jeux juste de malade avec une bonne histoire ! Le remake et juste magnifique foncé !… Expand
  6. Kieran01
    Jan 28, 2023
    9
    As a gamer who never played the original, I wasn’t sure what to expect. However, Dead Space Remake is a beautifully crafted Survival HorrorAs a gamer who never played the original, I wasn’t sure what to expect. However, Dead Space Remake is a beautifully crafted Survival Horror game. From the atmosphere to the creature designs, it keeps u on ur toes it's entire runtime.

    The weapons are fun to use and combat is nice and smooth. The Story is simple yet effective. All of these little elements come together to make an Early game of the year contender.    … Expand
  7. SwiftReviews
    Feb 7, 2023
    8
    Well Made remake, although had a battery not spawn, in the middle of the game had to stop playing, but was fixed in a couple days, some minorWell Made remake, although had a battery not spawn, in the middle of the game had to stop playing, but was fixed in a couple days, some minor graphics problems might be based on computer specs. I don't like how ammo starts to become a problem later in the game, not much warning that you have to conserve a lot more at the start, very hard to recover from that point. took 2 points off for those reasons. Fun horror game elements keeps you on your toes.… Expand
  8. Frankyrivers
    Feb 4, 2023
    0
    Basura de juego injugable, no puedo iniciarlo sin que se quede en patalla negra y luego me salte un error, este bodrio de remake ya parece unBasura de juego injugable, no puedo iniciarlo sin que se quede en patalla negra y luego me salte un error, este bodrio de remake ya parece un virus diseñado para joder las ps5, no malgasten su dinero en esta basura, ahorrenselo y esperen hasta que salga algo que valga la pena, EA das puta pena… Expand

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