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DeadOS

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99%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
99% User Score Based on 151 reviews

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DeadOS is a single player survival simulation game with a violence theme. It was developed by Benn Powell and was released on April 29, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Simulation. Sandbox. Survival. DeadOS is an early access zombie outbreak simulator that focuses on city-wide outbreak scenarios where you have full access to customization of the experience from beginning to end, made by indie game developer and randomizer creator Benn Powell. Build your own zombie apocalypse! Do you want slow, shambling hordes that consume the living, or a fast, rapidly spreadi…

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99%Audience ScoreBased on 151 reviews
music3 positive mentions
  • Highly detailed and realistic zombie outbreak simulation with various AI types and deep customization options.
  • Developer is very active, consistently providing frequent updates and adding new content over time.
  • Engaging sandbox gameplay with compelling emergent scenarios, attractive retro aesthetics, and excellent sound design.
  • Currently limited content and features, resulting in low replayability and some sense of boredom after extended play.
  • Some AI behaviors such as pathfinding, zombie movement, and interaction between units need improvement to increase realism.
  • Optimization issues and occasional crashes reported, along with some broken achievements and usability frustrations like awkward crowd navigation.

  • graphics

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions

    The graphics feature a retro, 80s-style terminal aesthetic with a top-down orthographic perspective, delivering a nostalgic yet polished look. Despite their simplicity, the visuals effectively support a large-scale simulation, though some users may experience eye strain. Overall, the presentation combines classic design with modern refinement.

    • “I really like the whole OS terminal aesthetic it's going for and it's done quite well; honestly, the level of polish on the intro caught me off guard!”
    • “This game is well made, it's an interesting concept, I adore the 80's style graphics.”
    • “Though the graphics and presentation are simple, the scale of the simulation impressed me; up to ten thousand people can be simulated in the city.”
    • “Top-down orthographic perspective is missing; currently, the game only offers isometric view with 45-degree snap rotation.”
    • “Just be prepared for some eye strain with the visuals.”
    • “Graphically, it reminds me of old terminal-based systems from the 80s/90s, which might not appeal to everyone.”

  • music

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and stellar sound design, featuring fantastic 80's aesthetics. The soundtrack enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's strong appeal and unique atmosphere.

    • “Soundtrack and sound design is also stellar.”
    • “The 80's aesthetics and music are fantastic.”
    • “It looks great, the music is good, it runs well in my experience so far, there are tons of options, and overall I think it's a great sandbox that deserves more attention.”

  • gameplay

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay offers direct control over various characters with strategic elements like ammo management and tactical support calls, reminiscent of earlier infection simulators. Players appreciate the engaging mechanics combined with a well-crafted atmosphere and sound design, making the experience both fun and immersive.

    • “Directly control humans, cops, military, and zombies with looting and ammo mechanics, including the option to set ammo to infinite.”
    • “More strategic gameplay features like nukes, snappier call-ins of support, and ammo drops enhance the experience.”
    • “The atmosphere, sound design, and overall gameplay are beautifully created and very fun to play.”

  • optimization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The game's optimization has significantly improved, resulting in much smoother performance compared to its initial release. However, some users feel there is still room for enhancement, especially to support larger, more complex cities.

    • “Things have become very optimized!”
    • “The game runs smoothly, much more smoothly than when it first came out.”
    • “Only complaint is the optimization; it could be improved. I want to see huge cities with hundreds and thousands of inhabitants.”
    • “Only complaint is the optimization; it could be worked on. I want to see huge cities with hundreds and thousands of elements.”

  • story

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story aspect is praised for its strong foundation in emergent narrative similar to games like RimWorld and Dwarf Fortress, offering player-driven storytelling without forcing a specific path. However, some users note limited NPC goal complexity and interactivity, suggesting room for growth in character behavior and reactivity. Overall, it's seen as a promising start with potential for deeper storytelling through future updates.

    • “Absolute recommendation for people who enjoy story generation games like RimWorld and Dwarf Fortress, can't wait to see what's in store!”
    • “It's not trying to push a story or force you to play a certain way.”
    • “While it's not quite to the level of NPC reactivity and storytelling I have in my mind (civilians have no real goal other than to hide in a building, crappily defend said building, die/disperse when the zombies get in; yes some should stick with this but others should have simple goals or do more to ensure survival), I feel this is a really good foundation for something really, really great if the dev decides to keep at it with updates and features.”

  • replayability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Replayability is currently limited, with some users feeling it diminishes over time; however, adding mod support and a custom map creator could significantly enhance long-term engagement by involving the community. Some also see strong potential for high replay value.

    • “Great game, although the replayability decreases over time. Adding mod support and a custom map creator would greatly enhance it by letting the community get involved.”
    • “Good time to buy; this game has great replay value.”

  • atmosphere

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere is praised for its beautiful creation, immersive sound design, and overall enjoyable gameplay, contributing to a highly engaging experience.

    • “The atmosphere, the sound design, the gameplay overall is just beautifully created and very fun to play.”
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DeadOS is a survival simulation game with violence theme. Common tags for DeadOS include outbreak sim, indie, stylized, early access, abstract and others.

DeadOS is available on PC and Windows.

DeadOS was released on April 29, 2021.

DeadOS was developed by Benn Powell.

DeadOS has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked DeadOS for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

DeadOS is a single player game.

Similar games include Cepheus Protocol, Project Gunship, The Universim, Ruinarch, inZOI and others.