IGN
Original Score: 9.5/10 · 2018-08-06
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“Dead Cells' kinetic combat and clever weapon synergies set the standard for action roguelikes.”
Fast-Paced Roguevania Action Platformer · Developed by Motion Twin / Evil Empire · Published by Motion Twin / Playdigious
Crunchily responsive 2D combat and Return to Castlevania DLC available across every PC, console, and mobile storefront.
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Dead Cells is our go-to test for D-pad precision and trigger latency on every new handheld and mobile controller. On iOS and Android, snapping on a Backbone One or Razer Kishi unlocks a 60–120fps action experience identical to PC and console.
Our hardware lab recommendations for experiencing Dead Cells at peak frame rates, HDR contrast, and input responsiveness.
Individual publication scores normalized to a 0–100 scale alongside original review excerpts and source links.
“Dead Cells' kinetic combat and clever weapon synergies set the standard for action roguelikes.”
“Every swing, roll, and ground-pound feels impossibly crisp.”
“A masterclass in 2D movement and build improvisation.”
“With a controller attached, Dead Cells on iPhone and iPad is pure console perfection.”