Necrosis: Dawn of Dread

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Necrosis: Dawn of Dread is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with horror and post-apocalyptic themes. It was developed by Mike Schroder and was released on January 29, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

MAJOR UPDATE – FREE DLC AVAILABLE NOW New Asymmetric Mission (Sewer) New Defense Mode (Last Stand) 2 New Playable Characters SURVIVE TOGETHER OR DIE ALONENecrosis: Dawn of Dread is a co-op survival horror experience where teamwork, resource management, and smart decisions determine whether you escape… or get left behind. Explore large, replayable levels, solve puzzles under pressure, and f…

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Authentic survival horror and co-op gameplay inspired by classic Resident Evil, especially RE Outbreak, providing a tense and strategic experience.
Large amount of content with many maps, characters with unique abilities, unlockables, and regularly updated by a responsive and dedicated indie developer team.
Fun and engaging multiplayer experience best enjoyed with friends, featuring teamwork-focused mechanics like resource sharing and complementary perks.

Graphics and visuals are dated and unpolished with poor lighting, resulting in overly dark environments and immersion-breaking moments, combined with occasional bugs and clunky animations.
Combat and controls sometimes feel awkward or slow, including issues like lengthy reload/swap animations and frustrating zombie grab mechanics that can interrupt puzzles.
UI, audio mixing (loud voice lines and footsteps), and inventory management have shortcomings; some puzzles are overly simple or rely on guesswork, and the solo experience is less satisfying.

gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay offers a rewarding and exploration-focused experience with unique level design and a solid core loop of combat, puzzle-solving, and resource management, appealing especially to fans of classic survival horror. However, it is hampered by balancing issues, occasional bugs, and repetitive enemy models, which can make the experience feel frustrating and unreliable. Despite these flaws, ongoing developer engagement and substantial content provide hope for future refinements.
- “The devs are very quick to respond to people directly and have a good sense of what the players want without sacrificing what they want, which is just as important. Not to mention that the base gameplay has so much going for it.”
- “It has a great gameplay loop with unique level design and mission objectives.”
- “At an hour or so per level, you are getting like 20+ hours of gameplay with unlockables and minor secrets.”
- “The core gameplay loop is built around exploration, combat, and constant item fetching—but it quickly becomes exhausting.”
- “Combined with bugs like zombies hitting through doors, weapons refusing to reload, and healing mechanics affecting the wrong player, it creates an experience that feels unreliable at best.”
- “In all reality, balancing and gameplay are just mismatched right now, but it doesn't seem like the developer(s) is keenly focused on addressing that given the pointed statement that the last 2 patches do not affect gameplay/mechanics/balancing.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is considered shallow and derivative, lacking originality compared to other games in the genre, though it incorporates classic survival and puzzle elements reminiscent of Resident Evil Outbreak. While mission variety and character perks offer some strategic depth, narrative and character interactions feel limited, with most players encountering all puzzle types early on. Despite its flaws, the game succeeds in building tension through sound and environment rather than overwhelming enemies, appealing especially to fans of the series seeking cooperative gameplay.
- “Instead of overwhelming the player with enemies, the game builds tension through sound design, silence, and environmental storytelling.”
- “Having actual mini RE scenarios, with unique plot and character interactions.”
- “Definitely has that classic RE vibe going, kinda like a 1st person Resident Evil Outbreak, with puzzles, missions, and perks per character; there are unlockable characters as well.”
- “The story doesn’t do it any favors either—it feels like a shallow imitation of better games in the genre, without bringing anything new or interesting to the table.”
- “The unfortunate issue with Re Outbreak games being among my favorite of all times is that I am extra nitpicky with any attempts to follow up on them, and sadly I have yet to find one that gets the charming story focus of Outbreak.”
- “So it creates a scenario where you're almost done with the mission but because you can't run, you're just a walking dinner.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are somewhat dated, resembling early PS2-era visuals with overly shiny and clean surfaces, and occasional flaws like enemy models peeking through doorways. While the style carries a nostalgic charm, higher graphic settings can cause crashes, limiting players to low settings for stable performance. Overall, the visuals are functional but lack modern refinement and polish.
- “The graphics have a charm that reminds me of the old days and it works.”
- “Graphics feel a bit off with some reflective metallic objects having a chrome-like shine and most of the environment looks like it was rendered using the early PS2 era graphics engines, as environmental surfaces look too clean or shiny.”
- “The graphics feel a bit off with some reflective metallic objects having a chrome-like shine, and most of the environment looks like it was rendered using early PS2-era graphics engines, as environmental surfaces look too clean or shiny.”
- “If you come to this game expecting tight graphics or groundbreaking gameplay, this probably isn't for you.”
- “I hope for more refined graphics, such as more shadowed environment lights and flashlight shadows.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere effectively builds tension through audio cues and a fitting overall vibe, successfully blending nostalgic horror elements with a modern twist. While the puzzles complement the atmosphere well, some players desire more variety as the game progresses.
- “Audio cues help build tension effectively, and there are moments where the atmosphere genuinely works.”
- “The puzzles work fine and fit the atmosphere, but I do wish there was more variety as the game goes on.”
- “The atmosphere, tension, and overall vibe feel like a modern take on a classic formula, and it absolutely nails that nostalgic feeling while still feeling fresh.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits some stability issues, including inconsistent audio volumes for voicelines and footsteps that overshadow key sounds, as well as occasional glitches like enemies getting stuck in walls and somewhat janky movement. Despite these bugs, the gameplay remains enjoyable, especially in multiplayer with friends.
- “The voicelines are still buggy in terms of their volume (they are way louder than they should be most times) and the players' footsteps are subject to the same issue, often overshadowing other more important game sounds.”
- “I've witnessed a few glitches where enemies get stuck in walls after a 'struggle' instance.”
- “The movement is a little janky and buggy, but it is still a ton of fun with friends.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The humor in the game is a mix of amusing and cringeworthy moments, with some funny tips that add charm despite occasional awkwardness. While it contributes to the game's enjoyment, certain comedic elements may feel a bit forced or clunky to some players.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, effectively creating a good and creepy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “The music is good and creepy, adding a unique atmosphere to the game.”