The Dead Space remake has finally arrived, and fans simply can’t get enough of the fears and frights that make up the game’s terrifying setting. But what if you’ve already demolished the main campaign? Or maybe you don’t have a next-gen console or PC to run it? Never fear (or in this case, do), we’ve got 10 games like the Dead Space remake for anyone looking for a similar experience.
Alan Wake
While it may not take place in space amidst a terrifying spaceship full of alien zombies, Alan Wake is still plenty spooky enough to scratch that horror or survival itch that Dead Space remake fans likely crave. The game follows the titular character Alan Wake, a best-selling thriller novelist who is trying to solve the mystery behind his wife’s disappearance.
Even though this may sound like a pretty typical approach to a mystery game, the gameplay loop and enemies add an entirely different dynamic to the thrills. Armed with only a pistol and a flashlight, Alan must navigate the shadows of Bright Falls, illuminating his ghost-like enemies in order to do any damage whatsoever.
This results in a satisfying and unique approach to gameplay, as your flashlight ends up being even more important than your gun. If you love horror and haven’t played Alan Wake yet, you really don’t know what you’re missing.
Alien: Isolation
Loved the part of Dead Space remake where you’re trapped aboard a spaceship with monsters but just felt like there was something missing? Are you the kind of weirdo that thinks “this would be way more exciting if I couldn’t fight the enemy and had to hide from them while they stalked me?” Well, that’s pretty much Alien: Isolation.
Alien: Isolation is very similar to the subject matter of the movies and books, even going as far as to have you play Amanda Ripley, the daughter of the star of the series, Ellen Ripley. With limited defensive options at your disposal, the gameplay loop is all based on surviving, as you must avoid the Xenomorph that stalks your every move while solving puzzles that help you progress.
BioShock
Would you kindly recommend me more games like the Dead Space remake? If that is your question, then Bioshock is going to be right up your alley.
There’s honestly few games out there that can rival the intrigue and atmosphere of Dead Space, but BioShock is definitely one of them. In this game, players are transported to the Utopia known as Rapture. During its heyday, this underwater locale was a beacon of prosperity and wealth, as it boasted wonderful marvels and innovation humanity had only dreamed of up until this point.
Unfortunately, the game takes place shortly after the fall of Rapture, which is now overrun by terrifying mutants (splicers), massive Scubasuit guardians, and evil megalomaniacs. Using your powers, known as Tonics, it’s up to you to make your way out of the city in the hopes of reaching the surface.
Control
Control might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but its heavy emphasis on obscure sci-fi and a unique gameplay loop is something that Dead Space remake fans will likely vibe with. In this 2019 title by 505 Games, you play as Jesse Faden, a woman that’s come to the Federal Bureau of Control (FBC)’s headquarters in order to locate her brother.