Deadcam

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Deadcam is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Alien Big Cat and was released on November 5, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Deadcam is a first-person psychological horror game where you must survive a night trapped in an abandoned rural house during a paranormal hunting show gone wrong. With your crew member Margo behaving disturbingly and her live headcam feed revealing unsettling truths, you must run, hide, and escape while uncovering dark secrets—remember, the raccoon knows everything.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

Deadcam offers a unique and terrifying concept with its headcam mechanic, creating a constant sense of dread and paranoia.
The game successfully establishes an oppressive atmosphere through its sound design and visual presentation, enhancing the psychological horror experience.
Players appreciate the game's originality and immersive gameplay, particularly its focus on stealth and decision-making rather than traditional combat.

Many players feel the game lacks polish and content, with some stating it feels no different from the demo and is too short for the price.
The randomized item locations can be frustrating, leading to a gameplay experience that feels more based on luck than skill.
Critics have pointed out issues with NPC animations and movement, making the gameplay feel less engaging and more robotic.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Deadcam" is characterized by a unique headcam mechanic that enhances stealth and spatial awareness, creating a tense atmosphere as players navigate a controlled environment. While some players appreciate the immersive dread and strategic pacing, others find the gameplay repetitive and feel that mundane actions, like searching for items, detract from the overall experience. Overall, the combination of innovative mechanics and a compelling narrative contributes to a personal and unsettling gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay in Deadcam is built around stealth, spatial awareness, and restraint.”
- “This mechanic adds a layer of dread beyond standard enemy tracking, as it feels less like monitoring a monster and more like watching a corrupted human presence that is aware of you in return.”
- “By combining a compelling found-footage concept with a unique headcam mechanic and a tightly controlled environment, Alien Big Cat delivers an experience that feels personal, unsettling, and persistently tense.”
- “Margo and the gameplay become boring pretty fast.”
- “Opening drawers and cupboards isn’t gameplay!!”
- “Some sections deliberately stretch tension by forcing players to wait, listen, or carefully plan their movements, which may feel demanding to those seeking faster gameplay but ultimately strengthens immersion.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its oppressive and immersive qualities, effectively evoking feelings of helplessness and uncertainty reminiscent of paranormal investigation and analog horror. Players, particularly fans of indie horror, appreciate the focus on psychological tension and stealth-driven survival, creating a chilling experience that resonates long after gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere is described as dark and claustrophobic, enhancing the game's unsettling nature.
- “For players who value psychological horror, stealth-driven survival, and immersive atmosphere over traditional action, the game offers a chilling journey that lingers in the mind long after the screen goes dark.”
- “From the outset, the game establishes an oppressive atmosphere rooted in helplessness and uncertainty, drawing inspiration from paranormal investigation shows and analog horror without simply copying their tropes.”
- “The atmosphere is top-notch—dark, claustrophobic, and just the right level of 'why am I doing this to myself?'”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Deadcam are praised for their great visuals, effectively enhancing the game's psychological tension and found-footage aesthetic. However, some users feel that certain animations, like the crouched death animation, are overly prolonged, slightly detracting from the overall experience.
- “The graphics in Deadcam are stunning, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the psychological tension of the game.”
- “The visuals are great, effectively contributing to the overall horror experience.”
- “The found-footage aesthetics are beautifully rendered, adding a unique layer to the game's visual storytelling.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is conveyed primarily through subtle storytelling techniques, such as environmental details, audio cues, and player interactions, rather than direct exposition, creating a profound and immersive emotional experience.
- “The story unfolds largely through implication rather than exposition, allowing the environment, audio cues, and player actions to carry the emotional weight.”
- “The characters' struggles and triumphs resonate deeply, making every decision feel impactful and personal.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the narrative, enhancing the emotional experience and drawing players into the story.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is conveyed primarily through subtle implications rather than direct exposition, relying on environmental details, audio cues, and player actions to evoke emotional depth.
- “The narrative is intricately woven, with each character's backstory adding depth to the overall experience.”
- “The plot twists are unexpected and keep you engaged, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “The story unfolds largely through implication rather than exposition, allowing the environment, audio cues, and player actions to carry the emotional weight.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it difficult to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving players with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is unexpectedly charming, blending horror with comedic elements that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate its ability to evoke laughter amidst creepy and challenging scenarios, describing it as hilariously unhinged.
- “Despite this, it has quite a lot more charm and made me laugh more than I thought it would.”
- “An absolutely horrifying experience, with just the right amount of humor to give it some charm I wasn't expecting.”
- “Creepy, challenging, and hilariously unhinged in the best way.”