Dead Space is one of the most intense and atmospheric 3rd person action horror games ever released. Its gameplay is a perfect blend of horror and action that every horror gaming fan needs to experience.
The game is set in the future and you play as engineer Isaac Clarke on the planet Aegis VII. You are sent on a mission to investigate a strange transmission from a remote mining colony. You quickly find out that the colony has been overrun by mysterious creatures known as Necromorphs. To combat these creatures you are equipped with sophisticated Astra technology, which includes:
The real terror and panic of the game comes from the atmosphere and the innovative use of sound. Every movement of the Necromorphs can be heard as they slither through the shadows. It’s essential that you keep your wits about you in order to survive.
The main objective of Dead Space is to survive. The only way to do this is to use the Astra technology and your weapons to tactically dismember the Necromorphs. This requires a carefully thought out approach as some parts of their anatomy are more vulnerable than others.
Dead Space also offers plenty of exploration opportunities as there are various side-missions to complete. These can involve solving puzzles or following clues to uncover the truth about what has happened on Aegis VII.
The combination of horror, action, exploration and puzzles make Dead Space a horror gaming masterpiece. Its atmosphere and sound design are second to none and it’s the perfect horror game for the modern gaming generation.