Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Processeur : Processeur 2.8 GHz ou équivalent Mémoire vive : 1 Go de RAM (pour XP), 2 Go de RAM (pour Vista ou Windows 7) Disque dur : 10 Go d'espace disque pour l'installation, plus de l'espace additionnel pour les sauvegardes de jeu Carte graphique : NVIDIA GeForce 6800 ou meilleure (7300, 7600 GS, et 8500 sont sous le minimum requis), ATI X1600 Pro ou meilleure (X1300, X1300 Pro et HD2400 sont sous le minimum requis), carte vidéo de 256 Mo avec support Shader Model 3.0 requise DirectX® : DirectX 9.0c
Dead Space™ 2
Dead Space 2 has captivated players with its intense gameplay, as evidenced by 79 positive mentions out of 91, and a strong narrative that has garnered 42 positive mentions out of 57. With a post-release positive review rate of 93%, the game has maintained its appeal since its launch in 2011.
What it's about: LE CAUCHEMAR EST DE RETOUR
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In players' words
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What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 91 | 79 | 7 | 5 |
| Story / writing | 57 | 42 | 3 | 12 |
| Graphics / art | 22 | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| Performance | 11 | 6 | 1 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| Stability / bugs | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| Content / longevity | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Value for money | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Multiplayer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 12 h on median; those who dislike it: 8.1 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 29, 2012 · All-time low: €1.67 (Dec 22, 2021)
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Strengths
- Gameplay dominates the praise: 79 positive mentions out of 91
- The story is widely acclaimed: 42 positive mentions out of 57
- Graphics have been particularly well-received: 21 positive mentions out of 22
Weaknesses
- Some players have experienced performance issues: 4 negative mentions out of 11
- The user interface has been criticized: 2 negative mentions out of 2
- A few players have reported bugs: 5 negative mentions out of 8
Who is it for?
Fans of action-packed horror games will enjoy Dead Space 2, particularly those who appreciate a strong narrative and intense gameplay. The game's ability to balance action and survival elements will also appeal to players who enjoy a challenge.
Is Dead Space™ 2 worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 29,349 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 3,99€ (80% off).
Verdict
Dead Space 2 has stood the test of time, with its engaging gameplay and gripping story continuing to captivate players. Despite some minor issues with performance and user interface, the game remains a must-play for horror and action game enthusiasts, with a very positive overall reception of 94% on Steam.
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