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The Deadseat

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98%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
atmosphere, replayability
98% User Score Based on 416 reviews

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The Deadseat is a single player survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Curious Fox Sox and was released on May 14, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In The Deadseat, you play a child trapped in the backseat during a tense car ride where your handheld game mirrors reality. Collect items in the game to defend against a growing monstrosity trying to invade your world. Survive the escalating horror while managing limited resources and fend off danger in a relentless, nightmarish journey.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 416 reviews
story79 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and engaging gameplay loop that combines horror elements with resource management, reminiscent of FNAF but with its own twist.
  • The story is compelling and emotionally resonant, tackling themes of childhood trauma and family issues, which adds depth to the gameplay experience.
  • The graphics and sound design effectively create a spooky atmosphere, enhancing the overall tension and immersion of the game.
  • The game can feel repetitive, especially in the normal mode, and some players found the hard mode to be frustrating due to its difficulty spikes.
  • There are reports of technical issues, such as input lag and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in the hard mode.
  • The lack of accessibility options, especially for players who are hard of hearing, has been noted as a significant drawback.
  • story
    145 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as intriguing and emotionally engaging, often blending horror with deeper themes of trauma and loss. Players appreciate its unique narrative twists and the way it unfolds across different modes, particularly noting that the hard mode enhances the story experience. While some find the story occasionally predictable or simple, many agree that it is well-executed and leaves a lasting impression.

    • “The story is trippy, but fits perfectly with the retro vibes.”
    • “The story is quite sad but you don't always think about it due to how tense the gameplay is.”
    • “The story took turns I wasn’t expecting and the presentation is absolute perfection.”
    • “The story is predictable and dully written, and the gameplay alternates between bad exploration segments and merely acceptable plate-spinning that controls awkwardly and takes a painfully long time to get going.”
    • “Graphics are nice, gameplay mechanics are limited, and I could care less about anyone involved in the story.”
    • “The story wasn't complicated; it was simple yet heartbreaking and defining.”
  • gameplay
    114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging and fast-paced mechanics, reminiscent of the FNAF series but with unique twists that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the balance of challenge and accessibility, with a satisfying progression that introduces new mechanics without overwhelming the player. The combination of horror elements, strategic resource management, and immersive storytelling creates a compelling gameplay loop that keeps players on the edge of their seats.

    • “The gameplay is amazing, the story is amazing.”
    • “Incredibly fun riff on FNAF-style gameplay, requiring you to pay attention not just to your game but also your surroundings in the car.”
    • “The gameplay loop is very repetitive but super addicting and the game may be short but a good experience nonetheless.”
    • “The story is predictable and poorly written, and the gameplay alternates between bad exploration segments and merely acceptable plate-spinning that controls awkwardly and takes a painfully long time to get going.”
    • “The only negative that I found is that the gameplay does get a bit repetitive in the middle of hard mode since after being introduced to the new mechanic, it's basically the same thing until level 5.”
    • “The gameplay loop is very repetitive but super addicting, and while the game may be short, it is still a good experience nonetheless.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their retro horror aesthetic, effectively combining pixel art with 2D and 3D elements to create an immersive atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the art style as a perfect fit for the gameplay, enhancing the horror experience with its nostalgic PSX/N64 vibe and contributing to the game's storytelling. Overall, the visuals are described as both charming and creepy, significantly elevating the game's tension and enjoyment.

    • “Topped with the graphics and sound design, the constantly moving background of the outside of the car, the audio stingers of the characters talking, the howling wind as the monster silently tries to creep in through your destroyed car door.”
    • “The art style is incredibly fitting for its gameplay.”
    • “The controls feel great and the graphics add to the horror tenfold.”
    • “The game doesn't launch because my graphics card doesn't run on some kind of Vulkan version driver.”
    • “This horror title was one of the most frantic and intense things I've streamed in recent memory, with a dark story, horrific visuals, and an eerie soundtrack that were well worth the hell it put me through to complete both the normal and hardcore modes.”
    • “This nails what I call the 'pixel horror' aesthetic.”
  • emotional
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke a wide range of feelings, from laughter and joy to heartache and disgust, all while maintaining a balance between horror and storytelling. Players appreciate the simple yet impactful narrative that resonates deeply, often leading them to experience intense emotional responses, including the stages of grief. Overall, the game successfully combines fun gameplay with a poignant story that enhances the emotional experience.

    • “The emotional story adds depth without overshadowing the horror.”
    • “One of the most beautiful, heart-wrenching games I've played thus far.”
    • “The story wasn't complicated; it was simple yet heartbreaking and defining.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, complementing the stunning visuals and engaging gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing to the game's atmosphere and lore, particularly in horror contexts where it adds to the intensity and immersion. Overall, the music is regarded as a key element that elevates the game's storytelling and emotional impact.

    • “Good music, amazing visuals in both 2D and 3D, a challenging and satisfying gameplay loop, and best of all, a cool story and lore.”
    • “The gameplay and mechanics are simple enough to manage, the lore is amazing, and the music and character designs are outstanding!”
    • “The story, game mechanics, music, and just overall pacing are done so well.”
    • “The soundtrack?”
    • “This horror title was one of the most frantic and intense things I've streamed in recent memory, with a dark story, horrific visuals, and an eerie soundtrack that was well worth the hell it put me through to complete both the normal and hardcore modes.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for being immersive and effectively spooky, creating a balance between stress and enjoyment. Players highlight the importance of sound cues in enhancing the experience, while the deep narrative and gameplay mechanics contribute to a cozy yet thrilling ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making it highly recommended for those seeking an engaging and atmospheric adventure.

    • “Incredible atmosphere, immersive gameplay, and just the right amount of scary.”
    • “The atmosphere is top notch as well.”
    • “Pretty stressful with a spooky atmosphere, but not that hard if you just lock in (and aren't hard of hearing; the game relies heavily on sound cues).”
    • “I recommend it for the atmosphere and story.”
    • “For a fantastic little adventure in a cozy yet spooky atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is enhanced by extra modes and challenges that provide a fun and addictive experience, though some players find it can become repetitive over time. While certain aspects offer decent replay value, others feel limited, suggesting a mixed reception regarding long-term engagement.

    • “Extra game modes offer great replayability and challenge.”
    • “Arcadey, addicting, and highly replayable with all the side modes and challenges to complete.”
    • “Always appreciate the replayability factor too since one-and-done games are cool, but hardly something you want to come back to unless they're really special.”
    • “Fun, gets repetitive after a bit, almost zero replay value but still good.”
    • “A short and sweet little horror game with some replay value in custom challenge modes.”
    • “I always appreciate the replayability factor too since one-and-done games are cool, but hardly something you want to come back to unless they're really special.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the character development for its strong lore and outstanding character designs, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, the simplicity of the mechanics suggests that character growth may not be as complex or deep as in other titles.

    • “The gameplay and mechanics are simple enough to manage, the lore is amazing, and the music and character designs are outstanding!”
    • “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is widely criticized, with users reporting significant input delays, frequent freezing, and overall buggy performance, leading to a frustrating experience.

    • “Bad, inputs delayed, buggy.”
    • “It is very laggy and it freezes a lot.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its chaotic gameplay, which elicits laughter and enjoyment through the combination of juggling challenges and unexpected monster attacks, creating a fun and engaging experience.

    • “Juggling the game mechanics, traps, and ever-increasing monster attacks is a special kind of fun that had both my 'emotional support echolocation device' and me shouting and laughing at multiple points.”
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The Deadseat is a survival simulation game with horror theme.

The Deadseat is available on PC and Windows.

The Deadseat was released on May 14, 2025.

The Deadseat was developed by Curious Fox Sox.

The Deadseat has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its atmosphere.

The Deadseat is a single player game.

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