Dead Take Reviews
With its atmospheric setting and gripping gameplay, Dead Take lays a very good foundation for a new horror experience. The oppressive atmosphere combined with the innovative narrative style using live-action videos gives the genre a new dynamic.
Review in German | Read full review
Dead Take is a horrifying game that uses its short run time to create a memorable time. The way Surgent Studios uses surrealistic architecture, creepy atmosphere, and real-life videos to tell its disturbing story is wonderful. While some puzzles can be a little difficult to figure out without any help, the bulk of the game's basic gameplay is enjoyable when considering how brief the game is. Still, this is clearly a quality over quantity discussion, and I would say this is a quality experience that is worth playing through. Even with some compromises to visuals and the need for upscaling, it's a great game to enjoy on the Steam Deck. Sitting in my bed and playing Dead Take at night was awesome, even though it had ended up scaring me a lot.
"A profound and elegant horror experience" Dead Take delivers a psychological horror experience characterized by deep narrative, realistic performances, and a bold combination of cinematic acting and in-game interaction. While some elements lack depth and direction, the sound, visuals, and acting more than make up for it. It's an unusual experience that demonstrates Surgent Studios' maturity as a team striving to deliver impactful storytelling in innovative ways.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
A fantastic cast brings a very real light to harsh realities of the entertainment industry, accompanied by some brilliantly realised puzzle/horror gameplay that oozes tension and atmosphere throughout the entire story.
Dead Take stands out in the genre of horror walking sims with its intriguing story, talented cast and FMV elements. Unfortunately its horror aspects are where it falls flat, as it tries to cram itself into the genre with the use of cheap jump scares and horror clichés.
Dead Take has the potential to be a strong psychological horror puzzler, but its scattered direction, lack of suspense, and unclear narrative thread hold it back from standing out in a crowded genre - despite solid acting and a haunting setting that could have delivered so much more.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
While the atmosphere is good, and the puzzles are logically structured, they don't reinvent the wheel in any way. While everything is well integrated into the setting, it's not enough to distinguish it from the rest of the genre. Anyone who has a soft spot for this setting or enjoys FMV scenes from well-known voice actors should definitely check out "Dead Take."
Review in German | Read full review
Dead Take is a fantastic psychological horror that pulls no punches, delivering superb acting and some great puzzles that keep you engaged until the very end.
Dead Take is a solid four or five hours of classic horror puzzle fun, mixed with some excellent (and some mediocre) live-action scenes. It isn’t looking to break any ground, instead targeting a good, scary time, and nailing it.
Dead Take is a commendable attempt at psychological horror games, seemingly born from genuine passion and a desire to deliver a distinctive experience with a unique visual style and vivid storytelling. The involvement of well-known actors from the gaming world added a professional touch and greater depth to the experience, reflecting the clear ambition of the development team. While it stumbled in delivering a fully cohesive horror experience, it nevertheless left a notable mark on the genre.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Between video fragments and empty spaces, Dead Take builds a contained, atmospheric experience, with a level of surrealism that softens the dramatic weight of its more serious inspirations.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review