Dead Realm

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 5,009 reviews
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  • graphics
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"Dead Realm" is a first-person action horror game where players are divided into humans and ghosts. The goal is to either survive as a human or reap the living as a ghost in the haunted grounds of a long-dead electricity tycoon. With 5 terrifying game modes, 9 varying maps, and an emphasis on stealth and survival, players can expect a fun and immersive experience in this community-driven game.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

62%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,009 reviews
gameplay120 positive mentions
stability104 negative mentions
  • gameplay258 mentions

    The gameplay of this game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fun hide-and-seek mechanics and unique horror elements, while others criticize it for being repetitive, lacking content, and suffering from technical issues. Many users noted that the game feels unfinished, with clunky controls and a limited number of maps, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, some players still find enjoyment in the gameplay, especially when playing with friends, highlighting its potential if further developed.

    • “My favorite game of all time personally, really good servers, gameplay, jumpscares, fanbase, just an all around great experience.”
    • “The gameplay is fun with finding good hiding places or trying to parkour up to cool places and the chases are pretty invigorating.”
    • “This game has such a nice atmosphere and gameplay everyone needs to play this game.”
    • “Dead game, trash controls, boring gameplay, biggest regret I have in my Steam account.”
    • “The astonishing 2 fps of gameplay on the lowest settings possible and the fact that lightly tapping your mouse makes your screen go flying at the speed of sound makes this game absolutely unplayable.”
    • “The repetitive nature of the gameplay, combined with the absence of new content updates, led to a rapid decline in player interest.”
  • humor150 mentions

    The humor in this game is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, particularly when played with friends, leading to many hilarious moments and reactions. Players appreciate the blend of comedy and horror, noting that the game often elicits laughter through jump scares and funny interactions, making it a fun experience overall. However, some users express disappointment with recent updates that they feel have diminished the game's comedic potential.

    • “I've encountered so many funny things, I was crying of laughter!!!”
    • “There is a fine line between funny and scary, but this game makes them work together perfectly.”
    • “It's very good for playing with friends and it is hilarious when someone gets jumped.”
  • graphics123 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the atmospheric design and decent performance on lower-end systems, while others criticize the lack of graphical options and occasional frame rate drops. Some users note that the visuals are not groundbreaking and could benefit from improvements, but overall, the game's aesthetic successfully contributes to its horror theme. Despite some graphical glitches and optimization issues, many find the graphics satisfactory for an early access title.

    • “This game features realistic graphics and gameplay.”
    • “The graphics of Dead Realm don't shout to the miracle; however, the developers were able to reconstruct the horror atmosphere that inspires awe, fear, and frenzy.”
    • “I am completely happy and comfortable saying that the graphics of the game are really good and worth noting.”
    • “The graphics are really really bad for its price... and it's just generally not a fun game.”
    • “There are no actual settings in the game that allow you to change the graphics in the video settings, so if the game runs pretty laggy for you then you just wasted 15 dollars until they add settings that allow you to make the game playable in your preferences or in your computer's handle spectrum.”
    • “The gameplay though can do with some work to get around the fps drops; the graphics aren't the greatest, so fps drops shouldn't happen as much as they do, but they promised to fix this issue so we have to wait and see about it.”
  • stability106 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that render it nearly unplayable for many users. Players express frustration over the lack of updates and support from the developers, leading to a perception of the game as abandoned and a "cash grab." While some acknowledge minor glitches that don't significantly impact gameplay, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from severe stability problems that detract from the experience.

    • “This game runs great on Linux.”
    • “The developers are charging £11 for an abandoned, broken, buggy mess that they have no intention of fixing.”
    • “This game is buggy, abandoned, and dead.”
    • “No updates on a buggy early-access game in 5 months (as of this review).”
  • atmosphere61 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and creepy elements, with many players highlighting the effective use of sound and graphics to create a sense of horror and tension. While some reviews mention inconsistencies in execution and a desire for better performance, the overall consensus is that the atmosphere is a standout feature, enhancing the gameplay experience significantly. Players appreciate the combination of eerie environments, unsettling sounds, and the thrill of hide-and-seek mechanics that keep them on edge.

    • “The graphics of Dead Realm don't shout to the miracle; however, the developers were able to reconstruct a horror atmosphere that inspires awe, fear, and frenzy.”
    • “Marvellous game with a good bit of content, fantastically atmospheric maps, and lots of little details that just tie the whole experience together; such as taunting as a monster and the use of sound to help you survive.”
    • “This game puts a simple concept into one of the best online horror atmospheres out there.”
    • “They added a slightly darker atmosphere, but the additions are garbage and poorly delivered.”
    • “- bad atmosphere (I understand what they wanted, but the reality is definitely something different)”
    • “At the time my reaction was 'I wish a better run, more solid studio would take this idea and run with it', 'I wish this game was more attractive, had atmosphere and solid performance', 'this game would be great if it didn't constantly disconnect or lose party members'.”
  • optimization42 mentions

    The game's optimization has received largely negative feedback, with many users reporting significant performance issues, glitches, and a lack of support, particularly on PC and Mac systems. While some players with lower-end hardware found it somewhat playable, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized and requires substantial improvements to justify its current price. Future updates are hoped to enhance performance, but many reviewers express frustration with the current state of the game.

    • “Well optimized.”
    • “Despite some small issues, the game runs smoothly and will probably only get better with the future updates.”
    • “Some people may say, don't get it if you have a low-end system, but don't worry about that. If I can run it, then chances are you could run it too, and it will run better when they update the performance and do some graphics optimizations.”
    • “Dead Realm is a joke with support and performance that it's stressful to even get running, and if you do manage to get it running, good luck finding a game.”
    • “It is a great concept, but the developers won't deliver for a long, long time and will likely not justify the current price tag for such a poorly optimized game.”
    • “I don't recommend this game for Mac users; the optimization sucks, and even people with Windows had a huge time running this. I had to refund it if that tells you anything... 4 FPS ;(”
  • story26 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the creative elements and backstory conveyed through radio broadcasts, while others criticize it as underdeveloped and lacking depth. Despite its potential for immersion, many feel the narrative falls short compared to other horror titles, leading to confusion about the overall plot. Overall, the story is seen as a cautionary tale of early access risks, with some players enjoying the gameplay but questioning the coherence of the storyline.

    • “It really wants you to feel like you are the character you play as with creative traps, ways to survive, and storyline.”
    • “Has good gameplay and a really fun storyline.”
    • “That's why I'm talking to you now, to both tell my story and apologize for killing you.”
    • “Underdeveloped story.”
    • “What is even the story of this game?”
    • “The game is about as scary as Five Nights at Freddy's with less plot, but once again the YouTubers have attacked and made people think that the game is scary.”
  • replayability24 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while it offers several maps with intricate hiding spots and is particularly enjoyable with friends, many players feel that the limited number of maps and predictable hiding spots diminish long-term replay value. Some reviews highlight the fun and tension of gameplay, but others express frustration over the lack of dedicated servers and content, suggesting that without new updates, replayability may wane quickly. Overall, while there is potential for fun, the current state of the game leaves much to be desired in terms of replayability.

    • “There are several maps with so many nooks and crannies and several options to choose from as the killer's perspective, providing a lot of replayability.”
    • “The game has lots of replay value and is always a laugh to play with friends; you can play with 3 or more and have hours of fun. The ghosts have distinct looks and can honestly frighten you when being caught off guard, creating tension throughout each round.”
    • “There are so many intricate and clever hiding spots within the game that continue to make it replayable. I'm still finding spots to camp in after 9 hours of playtime, which shows that the developers put a lot of effort into making this game, its maps, and game modes.”
    • “There's an okay choice of character, but there are only a few maps, which takes away a lot of the replayability. You play with two friends, find their hiding spots, then switch maps because there's nowhere to hide. Once you're done doing that on the select few maps available, you have nothing else to do.”
    • “There isn't much replay value due to the fact that after just a few hours, every player knows where every hiding spot is.”
    • “Unfortunately, Dead Realm suffered from a lack of content and replayability.”
  • monetization21 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized, with many players perceiving it as a cash grab due to the developers' lack of communication and halted updates. Initial hype quickly faded as the community questioned the game's legitimacy, leading to a belief that it was primarily marketed by influencers for profit rather than genuine engagement. Overall, the game's potential is overshadowed by concerns over its abandonment and perceived exploitation of players.

    • “What really makes this sad is that they honestly had a great game on their hands, but due to the developers' own fault for their silence and one of the longest wait times for a patch I have ever seen for a game, I now view this game as more of a cash grab than anything else.”
    • “This game's development and advertising were halted so suddenly that the community wasn't sure whether or not it was just a scam, with the developers making some easy bucks, promising to create a big game, halting development, and continuing to sell while telling their buyers that updates would be coming soon.”
    • “In hindsight, it feels like a quick cash grab, especially considering the involvement of popular YouTubers in its promotion.”
  • music20 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its haunting and atmospheric qualities that enhance the spooky experience, while others criticize it for being ambient and sometimes non-existent. Notably, the soundtrack features contributions from Akira Yamaoka, adding to its appeal, but there are concerns about the game using stolen tracks from other titles. Overall, the music is described as fun and fitting for the gameplay, though technical issues have affected the overall experience.

    • “It had nice graphics and atmospheric sounds and music.”
    • “Great graphics that work with almost any card, amazing music/sounds and very fun gameplay.”
    • “The haunting music and ambient sounds contributed significantly to the spooky atmosphere.”
    • “This game has stolen soundtrack from other game, statistics doesn't register well and after grinding 35 wins with a specific character the game resets your score to 0 locking all the progress you've made and won't register more wins.”
    • “Music almost non-existent.”
    • “However the music still plays like normal while on the black screen.”
  • emotional10 mentions

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, often feeling heartbroken over its removal from Steam and experiencing intense moments that evoke tears. The game's ability to elicit strong feelings, even within a short playtime, highlights its impactful storytelling and character interactions. However, some frustrations with gameplay mechanics may detract from the overall emotional experience.

    • “It is absolutely heart breaking to see this game get taken off Steam because of the amount of love I have for this game.”
    • “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
    • “Played this game for 5 minutes and it made me cry.”
  • grinding6 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to issues with progress tracking, as wins can reset to zero after reaching a certain point, negating hard-earned achievements. The tedious process of searching for opponents adds to the dissatisfaction, especially when paired with unskilled teammates, making the experience feel laborious and unenjoyable.

    • “When you cannot be spoon-fed where players are, you play through the tedious process of searching for players, and it isn't enjoyable.”
    • “It's terribly frightening at times, but when you get paired up with randoms that are really bad, it quickly gets tedious.”
    • “This game has a stolen soundtrack from another game, statistics don't register well, and after grinding 35 wins with a specific character, the game resets your score to 0, locking all the progress you've made and won't register more wins.”
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Play time

5hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
2-10hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 16 analyzed playthroughs

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