The Deadseat

Step into the eerie world of *The Deadseat*, a gripping horror game that blurs the lines between the real and the virtual. As a child trapped in the backseat of your parents' car during a haunting night drive home, you'll rely on your hand-held console to escape the mounting tension of family conflict. But when the in-game events start spilling into reality, your survival instincts are put to the test. With its unique blend of retro-inspired gameplay and an emotionally charged story, this indie thriller immerses you in a terrifying journey where escapism isn't just a coping mechanism—it's the only way to survive.

Curious Fox Sox
Curious Fox Sox
May 14, 2025
98 % Positive (71 reviews)

Features

Survive the Night Drive

Navigate a long, dark car ride home while fending off a dreadful monstrosity.

Retro Gaming Integration

Play a hand-held game where the events influence real-life dangers in *The Deadseat*.

Hard Mode

A challenging mode that extends the story with higher difficulty and remixed levels.

Psychological Horror

The game explores deep psychological themes of escapism and family struggles.

Story-Rich Adventure

Dive into a lore-rich narrative that combines atmospheric horror with an emotional journey.

Key Features

Single-player
Steam Achievements
Family Sharing
Steam is learning about this game 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *The Deadseat* about?

*The Deadseat* is a horror game where you play a hand-held console during a tense car ride home, only to find its events mirroring real life.

Does the game have a multiplayer mode?

No, the game is single-player only, focusing on an atmospheric and story-rich experience.

What themes does the story explore?

The story delves into themes of escapism, family conflict, and confronting fears in a difficult childhood.

What is the gameplay like?

You juggle resources from a retro hand-held game to defend against a supernatural entity trying to enter the car.

Is *The Deadseat* available on platforms other than PC?

Currently, the game is only available for Windows PCs.

Genres

Tags

Singleplayer Story Rich Survival Horror Dark Horror Action Roguelike 3D Resource Management Indie First-Person Point & Click Psychological Horror Simulation Retro 2D Atmospheric Supernatural Pixel Graphics Lore-Rich

System Requirements

Minimum

Os

Windows 10

Memory

2 GB RAM

Storage

300 MB available space

Graphics

Modern Graphics Card (Vulkan Support Required)

Requires

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Processor

Intel Core i5

Recommended

Os

Windows 10

Memory

4 GB RAM

Storage

300 MB available space

Graphics

Modern Graphics Card (Vulkan Support Required)

Requires

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Processor

Intel Core i7

Supported Languages

Language Interface Subtitles Audio
English

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