I really, really wanted to like this game. I love the unique UI and play style. I love the concept. I typically love rogue-like games. It has a lot of cool quirks. It just checks a lot of boxes. However, for all the excellent design, it seems like it's just RNG about whether or not you succeed. You don't carry anything forward for winning or succeeding, so you never "evolve" your strategy. My best runs so far simply involve strapping on the heaviest armor I could find and equipping the simplest weapons I started with. Using exotic weapons seems to just vaporize the hulls. If there was any reward for failure, any way to improve my odds run after run, this game would be an easy "Absolutely" - but starting over at ground zero and tossing the dice again isn't the challenge I wanted.
Deadnaut
$9.99
- Release Date:
- Dec 8, 2014
- Developer:
- Screwfly Studios
- Publisher:
- Screwfly Studios
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
Game Tags
About This Game
Deadnaut is Screwfly Studios' second game and follow up to cult hit, Zafehouse: Diaries.
Deadnauts, so named because they’re unlikely to return, must explore, investigate and fight their way through the derelict ships of dead civilisations. Every mission is unique and no two locations are the same. Each ship contains mysterious enemies and hostile security systems. Manage your Deadnauts' skills, talents, relationships and flaws - and you might get them out alive.
There are many ways to play Deadnaut. You can focus on combat and offense with a heavily-armed crew, or go quietly with sensors, cloaks and shields. Use randomly generated Deadnauts, or fine-tune your crew with the character generator. It’s your call.
Deadnaut is a challenging game. Not all strategies will work all the time. Instead, you'll need to equip your squad with the right tools, maximise your Deadnauts' respective talents, and adjust your approach when things go wrong.
Deadnauts, so named because they’re unlikely to return, must explore, investigate and fight their way through the derelict ships of dead civilisations. Every mission is unique and no two locations are the same. Each ship contains mysterious enemies and hostile security systems. Manage your Deadnauts' skills, talents, relationships and flaws - and you might get them out alive.
Features
- Squad-based tactics: Control five complex characters as they explore, investigate and fight their way through each mission
- Character generation: Create back stories for your team, mould their relationships and equip them well
- Every game is unique: Dynamically-generated missions and campaigns ensure no two mysteries are the same
- Flexible and complex: Adapt to your situation with an arsenal of weapons and shields, or use stealth, hacking and sensors to move unnoticed
- Out of control: Deadnauts have their own fears, motivations and dispositions. Stay in charge, keep in contact, don’t let them out of your sight
There are many ways to play Deadnaut. You can focus on combat and offense with a heavily-armed crew, or go quietly with sensors, cloaks and shields. Use randomly generated Deadnauts, or fine-tune your crew with the character generator. It’s your call.
Deadnaut is a challenging game. Not all strategies will work all the time. Instead, you'll need to equip your squad with the right tools, maximise your Deadnauts' respective talents, and adjust your approach when things go wrong.
About Screwfly Studios
We're a two-man developer based in Australia, dedicated to creating deep, innovative strategy games for PC. Deadnaut is the follow-up to Screwfly's debut title, Zafehouse: Diaries, which is also available on Steam.Screenshots
User Reviews
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System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- OS *: Windows XP
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA or AMD/ATI graphics card with 1GB RAM, with support for Direct3D 9 and Shader Model 3
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 250 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
FAQ
How much does Deadnaut cost?
Deadnaut costs $9.99.
What are the system requirements for Deadnaut?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows XP Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA or AMD/ATI graphics card with 1GB RAM, with support for Direct3D 9 and Shader Model 3 DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 250 MB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
What platforms is Deadnaut available on?
Deadnaut is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is Deadnaut worth buying?
Deadnaut has 0% positive reviews from 1 players.
When was Deadnaut released?
Deadnaut was released on Dec 8, 2014.
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