Dead Containment

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Dead Containment is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by Grump Dog and was released on October 21, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Dead Containment" is an on-rails shooter game reminiscent of classic arcade light gun games, where players fight off hordes of undead while racing through a city under siege. The game offers both local solo and online co-op play, with multiple paths, boss fights, rankings, and online leaderboards. It features light gun support, 2 game modes, and full controller support, with plans for more levels, achievements, and an armory to be added in the future .

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Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic arcade shooters like 'House of the Dead', providing a fun and addictive experience, especially with light gun support.
Gameplay is smooth and responsive, with a good variety of enemies and environments, making it enjoyable for both solo and co-op play.
The scoring system and end-of-stage rankings add a competitive edge, encouraging players to improve their skills and replay levels.

Currently, the game is short with only a few stages available, which may leave players wanting more content as it is still in early access.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as weapon switching and hit feedback, could be improved for a more satisfying experience.
The lack of a clear story and voice acting, along with some unclear interactive elements, detracts from the overall immersion.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its unique design mechanics and fluid gunplay, offering an engaging experience that encourages repeated play. However, some users note a lack of balance and variety in mechanics, suggesting that while the game shows promise, it still feels like an early-stage product with limited content. Overall, it combines fun competition with solid mechanics, particularly benefiting from modern light gun support.
- “Very unique design mechanics that improve upon games like House of the Dead.”
- “Dc may only be in its early stages, but it already demonstrates what it may become with visuals, gunplay, and mechanics that point to an exciting prospect and gameplay that promotes that 'one-more-go' feel.”
- “The refined gameplay and official light gun support show that Grump Dog Games were up to the task of making a light gun title in the modern age.”
- “Gunplay already feels fluid, but it needs some semi-realistic mechanics as they all feel roughly the same in action.”
- “Yes, I had a lot of fun with this game despite it essentially being an expanded demo with only a baseline of content and mechanics.”
- “It's fun to compete with others, and this encourages you to practice the levels and understand the game mechanics.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's low-poly graphics provide a distinct identity, reminiscent of classic arcade shooters like House of the Dead, and are well-executed to differentiate locations and enemies. While the visuals are generally appealing, some players note that the darker stages could benefit from improved lighting. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, complemented by a variety of enemy designs and environments.
- “Nice House of the Dead vibes with a great art style, a wonderful little thing!”
- “[b]▲ Low polygon visuals:[/b] these already give the game an identity of its own and are well drawn to distinguish each location, prop, and zombie.”
- “Visually, the game looks quite good for its low-polygon style graphics, although it could benefit from better lighting or the use of a flashlight, which currently auto-pops up sporadically.”
- “An on-the-rails shooter akin to arcade games like House of the Dead or Let's Go Jungle that uses low-poly graphics/assets that you've probably seen in a bunch of other games already.”
- “Very simple graphics.”
- “Low polygon visuals: these already give the game an identity of its own and are well drawn to distinguish each location, prop, and zombie.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, with many players opting to play the modern Doom soundtrack in the background, indicating its strong appeal. The soundtrack complements the game's simple graphics and diverse enemy and environment designs, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The music is amazing, and despite the simple graphics, there is a lot of variety in enemy design, enemy types, a huge amount of different unique environments, and plenty of bosses to fight.”
- “Environment design and enemy design is good while keeping things simple, and the soundtrack matches that design philosophy.”
- “I have the computer connected to the TV, turn off the music, and play the modern Doom soundtrack on YouTube in the background while I play.”
- “The soundtrack does not enhance the gameplay experience and often feels out of place.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it easy to tune out.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find "Dead Containment" highly enjoyable with significant replayability, drawing comparisons to "The House of the Dead" for its engaging gameplay that encourages multiple playthroughs. The game offers a strong replay value, enhancing its overall longevity.
- “Dead Containment is sick; it's a lot of fun and has a lot of replayability.”
- “They're like The House of the Dead and add good replay value.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for lacking clarity, which makes it difficult for players to grasp the narrative being presented.
- “Lack of a clear story.”
- “This further obscures whatever story the game's trying to tell.”