Hey Survivors,
Less than a week until Dead Season is finally unleashed on the world, and I figured this might be the perfect time to answer some Frequently Asked Questions!
About the game:
What makes Dead Season, Dead Season?
The goal in Dead Season is to complete story-driven objectives that push you to escape dangerous situations using whatever weapons you can scavenge. As you progress, you’ll level up, unlock new abilities, and gain the skills needed to survive in increasingly unforgiving environments.
How long is the game?
First and foremost, you’re encouraged to do multiple playthroughs in order to play every level Dead Season has to offer. Additionally, game length will, of course, depend on the speed and difficulty you play at. My estimation would be between 6 and 12 hours of gameplay. If you play as a completionist on hard mode it could take you around 20 hours.
Controller & Steam Deck support?
After tinkering with the controls it works (I suggest using the trackpads!). Aside from that it runs out of the box. Currently there is no controller support, but I plan to do that after release.
Is there a campaign/story mode?
Absolutely! Dead Season is a single-player game that’ll have you embark on a journey through 16 missions as you tackle new and unique challenges along the way. Immerse yourself in the narrative through captivating motion comics that propel the story forward.
Are there multiple difficulty settings?
Yes, there are: Easy, Normal, and Hard.
Easy: Enemy threat reduced and 5 saves per mission*.
Normal: Moderate enemy threat and 3 saves per mission.
Hard: Increased enemy threats and only 1 save per mission.
*'Save per mission' creates a save state from which you can continue if you die.
Are there different characters and classes?
There are 4 characters: Holly, Matt, Paige and Travis. For each there are a variety of perks to choose from including unique ones.
Do permadeath & narrative consequences exist?
It’s vital to finish each level with the 4 protagonists alive. Though I understand that this may feel unfair at times – especially when you were so close to finishing the level – this is purposely done to fit the narrative and create a unique challenge. This also makes it differ from a lot of other games in the genre where you can rush missions with a single character.
Can you recruit and/or upgrade units?
While you can’t recruit new units, upgrading your characters is a key element of Dead Season. Using the aforementioned talent trees, you can determine the playstyle and purpose of each character. You can respec once per game using the ‘Phoenix’ skill, so if you want this, it will be a tactical decision by you!
Multiple endings?
While there is only one ending, there are multiple crossroads at which you unlock certain levels, encouraging you to replay the game to get the full experience.
Is there a randomised element to enemy placement or encounters?
In Dead Season every run feels different. Each search can lead to a different item, and every encounter is affected by your strategy. Enemy movement is based on what you do. This means no two encounters are the same, enemy location keeps changing, the percentage hit chance and jamming of the gun will force you to adapt, and every play-through feels fresh.
Release details:
When will it be released?
The game is releasing on 8th of October 2024! So: this Tuesday if you’re reading before Tuesday.
What is the price?
The game is retailing at 19.99 USD / 19.75 GBP / 19.50 EUR. With 10-20 hours of gameplay, I hope players will find it offers good value for the experience.
What platforms is the game releasing on?
The game is releasing on Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store!
Conclusion:
Before I wrap up and head towards launch, I want to say: Thank you! All of you. Your incredible support and feedback during everything leading up to the Dead Season launch mean the world to me. Your enthusiasm and input helped shape the game into an even better experience. I’m thrilled to see how you’ll tackle the challenges and I look forward to hearing more about your strategies and survival stories. Keep the feedback coming, and thank you for being a part of the Dead Season community!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2666550/Dead_Season/
