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[[File:Dead_Take_game_example.png|thumb|First-person gameplay immerses the player as they explore.]] |
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”Dead Take” is a first-person exploration game with [[psychological horror]] elements. The game has an emphasis on exploration and psychological tension over direct combat. Progression is often tied to collecting items and clues to solve puzzles found around a mansion in order to trigger cinematic sequences |
”Dead Take” is a first-person exploration game with [[psychological horror]] elements. The game has an emphasis on exploration and psychological tension over direct combat. Progression is often tied to collecting items and clues to solve puzzles found around a mansion in order to trigger cinematic sequences .<ref>{{cite web|last=Franklin II|first=Anthony|date=July 31, 2025|title=Dead Take: A Psychological Horror Puzzle Game That Pulls You In (Review)|url=https://www.vice.com/en/article/dead-take-a-psychological-horror-puzzle-game-that-pulls-you-in-review/|website=[[Vice (magazine)|Vice]]|access-date=September 24, 2025}}</ref> |
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The story follows Chase Lowry ([[Neil Newbon]]), an actor who is struggling to find work. Chase goes to the aftermath of a party hosted at a secluded estate in the [[Hollywood Hills]], where his close friend and rising star Vinny Monroe ([[Ben Starr (actor)|Ben Starr]]) has mysteriously vanished. Chase investigates the mansion to search for clues, and quickly finds himself ensnared in a nightmare. |
The story follows Chase Lowry ([[Neil Newbon]]), an actor who is struggling to find work. Chase goes to the aftermath of a party hosted at a secluded estate in the [[Hollywood Hills]], where his close friend and rising star Vinny Monroe ([[Ben Starr (actor)|Ben Starr]]) has mysteriously vanished. Chase investigates the mansion to search for clues, and quickly finds himself ensnared in a nightmare. |
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Throughout the game, Chase uncovers disturbing secrets about the partygoers, as well as the price they pay to remain in the limelight through a series of |
Throughout the game, Chase uncovers disturbing secrets about the partygoers, as well as the price they pay to remain in the limelight through a series of -motion video sequences and the use of fragmented storytelling. |
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The game features an [[ensemble cast]] consisting of Neil Newbon, Ben Starr, [[Jane Perry (actress)|Jane Perry]], [[Alanah Pearce]], [[Matthew Mercer]], [[Travis Willingham]], [[Laura Bailey]], and [[Sam Lake]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Nightingale|first=Ed|date=July 16, 2025|title=Surgent Studios reveals full cast for Dead Take, including Sam Lake, Jane Perry and Laura Bailey|url=https://www.eurogamer.net/surgent-studios-reveals-full-cast-for-dead-take-including-sam-lake-jane-perry-and-laura-bailey|website=[[Eurogamer]]|access-date=September 24, 2025}}</ref> |
The game features an [[ensemble cast]] consisting of Neil Newbon, Ben Starr, [[Jane Perry (actress)|Jane Perry]], [[Alanah Pearce]], [[Matthew Mercer]], [[Travis Willingham]], [[Laura Bailey]], and [[Sam Lake]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Nightingale|first=Ed|date=July 16, 2025|title=Surgent Studios reveals full cast for Dead Take, including Sam Lake, Jane Perry and Laura Bailey|url=https://www.eurogamer.net/surgent-studios-reveals-full-cast-for-dead-take-including-sam-lake-jane-perry-and-laura-bailey|website=[[Eurogamer]]|access-date=September 24, 2025}}</ref> |
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Latest revision as of 09:13, 24 September 2025
2025 video game
2025 video game
Dead Take is a 2025 first-person horror game developed by Surgent Studios and published by Pocketpair Publishing. The game was released on July 31, 2025 on Windows to generally favorable reviews.
Dead Take is a first-person exploration game with psychological horror elements. The game has an emphasis on exploration and psychological tension over direct combat. Progression is often tied to collecting items and clues to solve puzzles found around a mansion in order to trigger cinematic sequences through full-motion video (FMV).[1]
The story follows Chase Lowry (Neil Newbon), an actor who is struggling to find work. Chase goes to the aftermath of a party hosted at a secluded estate in the Hollywood Hills, where his close friend and rising star Vinny Monroe (Ben Starr) has mysteriously vanished. Chase investigates the mansion to search for clues, and quickly finds himself ensnared in a nightmare.
Throughout the game, Chase uncovers disturbing secrets about the partygoers, as well as the price they pay to remain in the limelight through a series of full-motion video sequences and the use of fragmented storytelling.
The game features an ensemble cast consisting of Neil Newbon, Ben Starr, Jane Perry, Alanah Pearce, Matthew Mercer, Travis Willingham, Laura Bailey, and Sam Lake.[2]
Dead Take was developed by Surgent Studios, known for the 2024 game Tales of Kenzera: Zau. The studio was founded by actor Abubakar Salim, who served as the game’s creative director. In contrast to their previous title, Dead Take uses a horror framework to critique the entertainment industry and the many struggles actors deal with.[3]
Critics praised the immersive setting, effective use of FMV, and the storytelling. However, some reviewers cited inconsistent pacing and simplistic puzzle mechanics as minor flaws. On Steam, the game has a “Very Positive” rating by players.[4]
- ^ Franklin II, Anthony (July 31, 2025). “Dead Take: A Psychological Horror Puzzle Game That Pulls You In (Review)”. Vice. Retrieved September 24, 2025.
- ^ Nightingale, Ed (July 16, 2025). “Surgent Studios reveals full cast for Dead Take, including Sam Lake, Jane Perry and Laura Bailey”. Eurogamer. Retrieved September 24, 2025.
- ^ Amoroso, Dan (July 4, 2025). “Dead Take: Surgent Studios Creative Director Opens Up On New Horror Game”. Game Rant. Retrieved September 24, 2025.
- ^ https://store.steampowered.com/app/3352690/Dead_Take/
- ^ Ramée, Jordan (July 31, 2025). “Dead Take Review – No Reshoots Necessary”. GameSpot. Retrieved September 24, 2025.
- ^ “Test : Dead Take : caméra, horreur, action !”. Gamekult. France: Cael. July 31, 2025. Retrieved September 24, 2025.
