Dead Space is one of the best examples of a modern survival horror game. You’re trapped on a space station with only one way forward, which is often through the paths of reanimated necromorph monsters, flickering lights, and all kinds of unnerving sound cues to make you check your back every few seconds.
It’s hardly an original concept. The original developers have professed their love for Resident Evil 4, and once you go hands-on with the games it’s easy to see where all of this inspiration came from. Big mutant boss fights, a variety of collectible and upgradeable weaponry, a bunch of locked doors, and the all-important game of tactical ammo management. It’s a classic, tried-and-tested system, and it works.
