Dead Containment
- October 21, 2022
- Grump Dog
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging gameplay with solid mechanics and responsive shooting, reminiscent of classic arcade light gun games.
- Offers good replayability with branching routes, a fun scoring system, and online co-op support.
- Variety in enemy design and environments, along with official light gun support, enhances the overall experience.
- The game is relatively short, with only four stages, leaving players wanting more content.
- Lacks achievements and a clear story, which may detract from the overall immersion.
- Some gameplay mechanics, like weapon switching and hit detection, could be improved for a smoother experience.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its balance and fun competitive elements, encouraging players to practice and master the mechanics. The refined design and official light gun support highlight the developers' capability in creating a modern light gun title, resulting in a mechanically solid experience.
“Balanced gameplay.”
“It's fun to compete with others, and this encourages you to practice the levels and understand the game mechanics.”
“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.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt the flow of the game, making it difficult to enjoy.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find "Dead Containment" highly enjoyable, noting its significant replayability, which is comparable to classic games like "The House of the Dead." The game's engaging mechanics and varied experiences contribute to its lasting appeal.
“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.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as very simple, yet they are complemented by a diverse range of enemy designs, types, and unique environments, along with numerous bosses, enhancing the overall visual experience despite the minimalistic style.
“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.”
“The graphics are very simplistic and lack detail.”
“The visuals feel outdated and do not meet modern standards.”
“The art style is bland and fails to create an immersive experience.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to complement the simple yet varied graphics and enemy designs. Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack aligns with the game's overall aesthetic, enhancing the experience of exploring diverse environments and battling unique bosses.
“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.”
“The environment design and enemy design are good while keeping things simple, and the soundtrack matches that design philosophy.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for its lack of clarity, which obscures the narrative and makes it difficult for players to engage with the intended plot.
“Lack of a clear story.”
“This further obscures whatever story the game is trying to tell.”
