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They’d be one in the same in every lexicon on the planet if it were humanly possible. Yes, even Dead Space 3, in case you want to stomp Necros with a buddy. Plus, if you’re already a Game Pass subscriber, you can get free access to all the existing Dead Space games via EA Play.

Things are a bit better on Xbox where the full Xbox 360 series was added to Xbox One’s backwards compatibility catalogue a few years ago. Dead Space 2 is nowhere to be seen on Sony’s current console, where the Dead Space Remake is also priced higher at $US70 ($AU109). Unfortunately, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S players won’t have the same option. It also seems to run great on Steam Deck. Considered nearly as good, if not better than Dead Space 1, it’ll be the perfect antidote for those still craving the occasional Necromorph curbstomp.

Normally $US20 ($AU29), the sequel takes place a few years after the first game, continuing Isaac’s story as he deals with the fallout and trauma from the events aboard the Ishimura. Those who pre-order the remake will also get Dead Space 2 for free. On PC, players are in for an extra bonus. Alongside the improved visuals and audio, the new generation of consoles will also hopefully cut down on load times and interruptions. While it still follows engineer Isaac Clarke as he investigates a mining ship full of mutated crewmates, some scenes and gameplay have been modified and updated, including more extensive weapon upgrade paths and 360 degree space walks. Out January 27 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, EA Motive’s Dead Space Remake is a soup-to-nuts overhaul of Visceral Games’ original third-person shooter using EA’s Frostbite engine.

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