Shooter · 2008
Dead Space (2008)
Dead Space is a third-person shooter with horror elements. Playing as Isaac Clarke, the systems engineer, players will be isolated on the spaceship USG Ishimura after the crew was slaughtered by mindless Necromorphs after the failed investigation of the distress signal. Now Isaac not only has to escape but uncover the…
Key facts
- Released
- 13 October 2008
- Genre
- Shooter · Action
- Length
- ≈ 20 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox
- Studio
- Electronic Arts, Visceral Games
- Critics
- Metacritic 86
- Steam reviews
- 92% positive (27,660 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 86 — critics loved it
- A 2008 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Dead Space (2008)?
Expect about 20 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Dead Space (2008) with friends?
No, Dead Space (2008) is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Dead Space (2008) on?
Dead Space (2008) is available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox.
Is Dead Space (2008) a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 86. On Steam, 92% positive (27,660 reviews).
What games are like Dead Space (2008)?
In the same spirit: Dead Space 2, Dead Space 3 and Aliens: Fireteam Elite.



