Dead Metal

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Dead Metal is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Monotone and was released on August 30, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Dead Metal is a 1-4 player co-op roguelike game where you control a squad of Dead Metal Suits, powerful robotics with psionic abilities. Fight against human and alien enemies, upgrade your suits with rare ore, and craft new abilities to vanquish foes in randomly generated levels. Reach max level 10 to see a suit's full potential.

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music8 positive mentions

Dead Metal offers a rich and engaging tactical roguelite experience with a variety of character abilities and a rewarding loot system.
The game features enjoyable co-op gameplay, strategic depth, and a balanced risk vs reward system that keeps players invested.
The atmosphere is enhanced by a great soundtrack and a unique sci-fi environment, making it a captivating experience for fans of the genre.

The game is currently in Early Access and has some bugs, although they are being addressed by the developers.
Balance issues have been noted, with some players experiencing overwhelming difficulty in certain encounters.
The permadeath mechanic can be frustrating, as losing a character means losing their gear and progress, which may deter some players.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Dead Metal" revolves around a mission-based structure where players manage a team of customizable suits in a dual environment of a hub world and various mission maps. Players develop emotional attachments to their suits as they navigate challenges, with the option to retreat for rewards or delve deeper into the missions, adding a layer of strategy and personal investment to the gameplay.
- “I agonized over what setup to take on the missions, and became fondly attached to anyone who survived more than one mission.”
- “Once your mission is complete, you have the option of heading back to safety to claim your reward or diving deeper into each map.”
- “Now for the meat: there are two gameplay environments, one is the hub world and the other is on missions.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or the world.”
- “There is little to no narrative development between missions, which makes the gameplay feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The missions themselves are interesting, but the overarching story fails to engage or motivate the player.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as "dope" and "amazing," contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. Many reviewers recommend turning up the volume to fully appreciate the soundtrack, which enhances the fun and immersive experience.
- “The soundtrack is amazing and there are tons of things to do.”
- “Fun game and great music.”
- “Edit: I forgot to mention how dope the music is!”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is significantly enhanced by the immersive environment, particularly during intense encounters with fungi-infested enemies, creating a compelling and engaging experience for players.
- “Definitely adds to the atmosphere, especially when mowing down some fungi-infested enemies.”