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I am not traditionally a fan ofhorror games.

Nope, not interested.

Shot of the USG Ishimura adrift in space from Dead Space remake

However, despite this, Ive always had a soft spot and deep admiration for sci-fi creature featureDead Space.

Not because I dont find it scary; of course it is.

Its cold, soulless, and features very few means of softening edges or feeling welcoming.

Screenshot of Isaac in the industrial USG Ishimura spaceship

Every corridor and room has a similar metallic finish, making it all a symphony in coldness.

Throw in the audio of the ship and the bleak aesthetic becomes richer still.

And thats not even mentioning the creepy, incessant, chattering whispers on offer throughout the ship.

Isaac pointing his plasma cutter in Dead Space remake

Sometimes for good, sometimes for fear.

Light and shadows in a corridor on the USG Ishimura in front of Isaac

Shadows and lighting in front of Isaac in the USG Ishimura