It's the instances of frustratingly poor design that really sour the experience of Deadlight, and there's nothing here that really differentiates it from its numerous sources of inspiration. Still, as far as the over-saturated market of zombie games goes...
Abstract: If you were alive back in 1986, the year the game Deadlight is set in, then you might be old enough to remember Flashback, an exploration-based platformer that came out back in 1992. If you don't, well, that's sort of unfortunate. The good news is that...
As one of the ‘chosen few' Summer of Arcade titles, it's easily to come away from Deadlight more than a little disappointed. There are sparks of inspiration here and a beautifully realised setting, but beneath that veneer of intrigue lies gameplay that ju...
Abstract: In the wake of games like Limbo and Shadow Complex, it seems like the form of 2D gaming is making a comeback, even though developers are now faced with the challenge of creating an immersive world around your character, so that it still feels like a vital...
Abstract: Zombies are still intensely popular despite their over-saturation in recent years, and developers are faced with a constant struggle to profit off our fascination with them in fresh and outstanding ways. Every now and then, one plucky studio succeeds...
Abstract: Deadlight ReviewOver the last few years I've played more than a few games featuring zombies, but Deadlight's arresting vistas, intriguing aesthetic and glossy animations should be more than enough to persuade most to have another dalliance with the wal...
Abstract: ReplayWhile generally linear, there are several secrets to find. This includes a trio of mini-games, though the author (among many other pre-release players) was unable to find them at press time. This may delight those who enjoy trying 100% completion...
Abstract: If Deadlight has any one thing going for it, I’d say it has to be its ability to deliver on the concept of a 2D horror game. And in saying that I don’t think that Deadlight is a bad game by any means, in fact, it’s a pretty well put together piece of i...
