Dead Effect

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Dead Effect is a single player shooter game. It received positive reviews from players.

Dead Effect is a captivating shooter game with a fantastic story, set in a stunningly designed spaceship filled with zombies. The game boasts stellar gameplay, splendid graphics, and a sensational atmosphere, with a stellar soundtrack and plenty of humor to keep you engaged. Despite some bugs, Dead Effect offers a unique and entertaining experience, positioning itself as one of the most beautiful zombie killing games available.

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Audience ScoreBased on 9,976 reviews

graphics1.1k positive mentions

stability80 negative mentions

graphics
1,410 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their high quality and realism, often comparing them to console-level visuals. However, some players have reported issues with lag and performance, particularly during intense gameplay moments, even at lower settings. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered impressive, there are calls for further optimization and enhancements to improve the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are realistic.”
- “The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is immersive and fun.”
- “This game has gorgeous graphics and gameplay, so unbelievable.”
- “The only problem is that my game lags towards the end of the story mode even at the lowest graphic settings.”
- “Graphics are trash when compared to Dead Effect 2.”
- “The worst game I ever had; the graphics in the images are like GTA V but the real graphics are stuck.”
story
855 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
49%
3%
The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and immersive narrative, with many players appreciating the mix of horror and action elements, as well as the graphics and voice acting. However, several reviews highlight issues such as a short storyline, lack of checkpoints, and frequent bugs that disrupt gameplay, particularly in later missions. Overall, while the story captivates many players, there are calls for more content and improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “An amazing overall game with a gripping storyline and gameplay.”
- “Great story with top tier voice acting.”
- “If you want a dark, gritty, horror, zombie killing shooter game with a great story added with superb voice acting then this game is for you.”
- “The story is way too short and the ending felt empty.”
- “The storyline is too weak.”
- “The story was kinda short, I finished it in one night but overall, one of the best FPS games on mobile.”
gameplay
283 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
25%
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The gameplay of the game has received a mix of praise and criticism, with many users highlighting its smooth controls, immersive mechanics, and engaging storyline. While some players appreciate the graphics and overall experience, others have pointed out issues such as lag, bugs, and repetitive elements that detract from the enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay is generally regarded as solid, with room for improvement in certain areas.
- “The gameplay mechanics are good and it sets the atmosphere and tone.”
- “The ambience, the soundtrack, the gameplay, everything is truly exceptional.”
- “Incredible graphics and gameplay.”
- “Please fix this, but apart from that I think this game still would deserve more stars, but I give four because of the graphics lagging gameplay.”
- “I'm not sure what level it is where you have to destroy the turret, but how can you destroy something you cannot see? Is it even possible to destroy the turret if it's in the ground? Please fix this ASAP. I love the context of gameplay, don't get me wrong, it has potential, but that turret needs to be put on the same level you're trying to clear. That's my point of view. Kind regards.”
- “Aiming and firing accurately and quickly is impossible, making gameplay very frustrating to say the least!”
music
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the horror experience and complementing the stunning graphics. However, many users express frustration over the lack of volume control options, which can obscure character dialogue and prevent them from playing their own music simultaneously. Overall, while the soundtrack is considered a highlight, the inability to adjust or disable it detracts from the gameplay experience for some players.
- “The ambience, the soundtrack, the gameplay, everything is truly exceptional.”
- “The music is eerie and very chilling!”
- “The music amazingly suits the graphics which makes this game truly breathtaking.”
- “Playable on 4GB S905X2, needs an option to lower music volume as it often obscures character voices (you can use subtitles), but music over voice ruins the game.”
- “Great game, but I uninstalled this game because the music is so loud.”
- “The only problem is that there is no way to turn off the sound or music.”
stability
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches and freezes that hinder gameplay, particularly at critical points such as mission transitions and enemy encounters. Many players express frustration over game-breaking bugs that prevent progress, leading to a significant decline in their overall enjoyment. While some users note that the graphics and controls are solid, the overwhelming consensus is that the game requires urgent fixes to address its stability issues.
- “Solid graphics, plays like Resident Evil in first person, and runs great on my Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge.”
- “A true 3D shooter that runs great on my phone!”
- “This game is challenging, yet runs great on Samsung SG4.”
- “This game used to be awesome, now it's full of glitches. Once you get to mission 2, there's a problem with the doors; they're just outer space or black with a dead zombie on the floor until you get closer. That gun turret can't be destroyed; you can damage it, but you cannot destroy it. I was disgusted and just deleted the game. I used to love this game; please fix it.”
- “The game has become full of glitches, and among them, the zombies cannot see you, and the hand icon becomes red. I hope to fix that.”
- “Every time I play the game and get to a certain part, it freezes. Can you please fix it?”
monetization
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
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The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with many users appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option for in-app purchases that are not essential for progression. While some players express frustration over the microtransaction system and occasional issues with lost purchases, the consensus is that the game offers a fair experience without overwhelming players with ads or aggressive monetization tactics. Overall, it strikes a balance between being free-to-play and providing enjoyable gameplay without feeling like a cash grab.
- “No ads, thankfully.”
- “What really impresses me with this title is that despite having near console quality gameplay and presentation while opting for a free-to-play platform, it resists nickel and diming you with in-app purchases in comparison to similar games.”
- “Can advance stages even without buying in-app purchases.”
- “The only and biggest downer is the microtransactions system.”
- “The in-app purchases really let me down because sometimes you need more to buy or upgrade.”
- “It is free, but usually great games like this always have to have in-app purchases, which always ruins it.”
atmosphere
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and chilling qualities, effectively creating a sense of horror and tension through impressive graphics, sound design, and music. Many players highlight the game's ability to evoke fear, with descriptions of a claustrophobic and intense environment that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Despite some criticisms regarding controls and voice acting, the atmospheric elements are consistently noted as standout features that elevate the game.
- “Incredibly atmospheric game.”
- “This one has amazing ambiance, and creates a chilling atmosphere very well.”
- “I love this game even if it does scare the daylights out of me; it has the Dead Space atmosphere that is so intense, I love it.”
- “Unlike DT, Dead Effect feels like horror, mostly due to how the zombies move and the atmosphere generated by the music.”
- “DT, on the other hand, feels like their zombies are right out of a Romero film with how they move, and the rock soundtrack sucks the atmosphere out of it.”
- “This game has an incredibly dark, claustrophobic, and depressive atmosphere!”
optimization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the optimization of the game receives mixed reviews. While some players praise its smooth performance and excellent graphics on various devices, others report significant performance drops in specific levels, issues with weapon consistency, and a lack of gamepad support. Many users express a desire for further improvements to enhance the overall experience, particularly in terms of stability and responsiveness.
- “Good game, optimized beautifully but you will need to spend money to finish it completely.”
- “It has a story, it has a soundtrack, excellent graphics and effects, it is progressive and fun and so genuine with fantastic controls and optimization.”
- “Game runs smooth, nice graphics, good level design, no stuttering (whole levels preloaded).”
- “But after the installation of version 1.2.21, the game performance became very laggy and the blood is not shown when I kill a zombie.”
- “In the beginning, it's really smooth, but when I'm almost at the end, the performance is getting bad. I'm really disappointed with the game.”
- “I am finding it difficult to move at levels, and the performance just dropped.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players appreciating its lighthearted take on cheesy zombie horror tropes and the comedic elements woven into gameplay, such as quirky character designs and amusing voice acting. Many find the game entertaining and funny, often laughing at the absurdity of situations, like mission glitches and the exaggerated zombie antics. Overall, the humor enhances the experience, making it enjoyable and memorable for players.
- “Bruhh, the mission said to destroy the turret, but the turret is under the floor. How am I supposed to destroy it? I can't stop laughing after I saw that! ”
- “What I really like is that it doesn't take itself too seriously, and the humor suits it really well, making the characters quite likable.”
- “Loving the game, and might I add, the voice acting is rather humorous.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability, offering a variety of missions, new game plus options, and multiple difficulty settings that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the generous replay value, especially given that it is free, with additional modes like daily missions and survival challenges contributing to its longevity. Overall, the smooth gameplay further supports its replayability appeal.
- “Amazingly generous amount of replay value considering it's free.”
- “Replay value is a must; there are a variety of missions to make money to buy and upgrade guns without spending real money.”
- “Replay value is very high.”
- “New Game +, higher difficulty settings, as well as biohazard, daily missions, and survival game modes give the game plenty of replay value.”
- “Replay value is a must, though there are a variety of missions to make money to buy and upgrade guns without spending real money.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and often unrewarding, as significant effort is needed to accumulate cash and gold for weapons and upgrades. While checkpoints save gathered cash, the potential for farming missions may detract from the experience. Overall, the grinding can make the campaign feel more challenging than enjoyable.
- “Though grinding is a little unrewarding.”
- “First off, the campaign ends up being difficult because of the large amount of grinding required to get cash for guns and upgrades.”
- “Well, a lot of grinding for cash and gold is all you need to know so far.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game emotionally impactful, describing it as both nice and heartbreaking, which enhances their overall experience. The emotional depth resonates strongly, making them eager to play repeatedly.
- “It's a nice and heartbreaking game. I want to play this game all the time.”
- “I was searching for a game like IGI, and this game made me feel like that.”