DeadCore Redux

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DeadCore Redux is a single player arcade platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by 5 Bits Games and was released on January 15, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

DeadCore Redux is a FPS-Platformer that blends exploration and speedrunning. It will challenge your platforming skills and your precision as you explore a futuristic megastructure built around a gigantic Tower. Explore hidden paths full of danger, find the original Sparks and maybe you will end the current Cycle. After an endless fall through powerful magnetic storms... you awaken. Your memory…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Exceptional and satisfying movement mechanics make it a standout FPS platformer with depth and replayability.
Upgraded graphics and sound design enhance the atmosphere and visual appeal significantly over the original.
The addition of new levels and quality of life improvements provide fresh challenges and a refined experience.

Audio bugs and occasional downgraded or inconsistent sound effects detract from the overall immersion.
Camera issues, especially during gravity switches, can cause disorientation and frustration.
Moving platforms exhibit bugs and inconsistent frame rates affecting smooth gameplay visuals.

graphics
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The graphics in the remastered version are significantly improved and beautifully enhanced, offering a modernized and visually appealing experience. However, some users note issues with inconsistent framerate and poor graphics settings, which may detract from the overall experience for certain players.
- “The visuals are undeniably beautiful and the audio is satisfyingly crisp.”
- “This is a remaster, so it nails all those as well as the original, but with way better graphics and a whole new secret level which was also probably better than all the old ones.”
- “From sound design that makes you feel like you're in a movie, to new visuals that make the game look beautiful across all angles, to brand new UI that really sells the modernization of the game, to the extra bit of content exclusive to the redux, it's hard to pass up a game like this.”
- “The graphics settings are very very poor.”
- “The graphics are better yes, but the sounds have been downgraded pretty much across the board.”
- “I'd rather play the original even if the graphics are really dated, at least there everything feels consistent framerate wise.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is highly praised for its fast-paced, sharp movement mechanics that blend FPS platforming with puzzle and parkour elements, creating a unique and engaging experience. Both new players and veterans appreciate the refined level design and subtle gameplay enhancements, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, the gameplay is considered the main highlight, delivering an exciting and immersive challenge.
- “Has incredible movement mechanics for an FPS platformer.”
- “This game is really good, it's an amazing unique platformer mixed with puzzle and parkour mechanics in FPS, leading to a unique, very cool experience. Definitely recommend trying it out!”
- “The gameplay feels sharp and the visual/sound upgrade makes it a really good deal for both new players and veterans who will find some welcome modifications here and there to the level design.”
- “And yes, the gameplay of the original was fine.”
- “Still, this is a feast for your eyes and ears now - yes, the cloudy skyboxes have always been a feast, but now all the shiny bits can actually be shiny; and all the levels have some little gameplay changes here and there.”
story
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The story is complex and can be confusing even after thorough exploration and completion, potentially requiring significant time and prior experience to fully understand.
- “I have read every log and seen everything, and the story still confuses me.”
- “Ps: do not worry about my low play time as I had previous experience from both the 2014 version and the redux playtest. I'm writing this review after having 100%'d the story after 4.6 hours of total play time, but I'd say the average new player might take double that to reach 100%, give or take 2 hours.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and engaging quality, complemented by excellent level design and enhanced sound effects that elevate the overall gameplay experience.
- “The movement feels just as great as ever (I love the new sound effect for dashing, it's wonderful), and the atmosphere is on point.”
- “Perfect gameplay, perfect level design, incredible atmosphere.”
stability
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Stability is generally solid, with smooth performance even on the Steam Deck, though moving platforms can be buggy and their 60fps animation may appear inconsistent at higher frame rates.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
- “My one complaint is that moving platforms can be quite buggy, and don't seem to animate any faster than 60fps, making them look somewhat out of place when playing at a higher frame rate.”
music
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The music features impressive soundtracks and sound design, showcasing evident hard work and resulting in an outstanding auditory experience.
- “Impressive soundtracks and sound design; it's clear a lot of hard work went into these, and the result sounds amazing.”
optimization
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The game is well-optimized, delivering solid performance even on older PCs.
- “Performance has also been solid so far, even on an older PC.”