Info about DED:

Official game description:
DED - a game in the shoot'em up genre. Your granddaughter has been kidnapped, and your daughter and son-in-law murdered. Having just bits and pieces of information about the abductors, you will have to save your granddaughter and find the masterminds behind these crimes.  
A moderately hardcore game with dynamic gameplay that will help you while away a few evenings.
Survival Mode
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FAQ.

Release date: Mar 3, 2017

Categories: Shoot 'Em Up, 2D Side-scrolling Shooter, Hardcore Gameplay, Pixel Art Style, Skill Tree Progression System, Multiple Difficulty Modes, Short Session Gameplay, Puzzle Elements


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- Community Price: No data
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 4.0h
  - Story completion: 2.0h
  - Session length: N/A
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that the game can be completed relatively quickly. The quotes indicate that the story is short and the game can be completed in about 2 hours. Additionally, one quote mentions that the game can be 100% completed in an afternoon, which implies a longer playtime for full completion. The session length is not explicitly mentioned, but given the short completion time, sessions are likely to be brief. There is no strong evidence provided for endgame content.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game is highly addicting and fun, but the lack of a tutorial and slow pacing can be initial blockers. The fun starts quickly once players get past the initial learning curve.
  - Stance: Clicks after
  - Anchor: Understanding the gameplay mechanics
  - Time to anchor: 1h 0m
  - Friction: Lack of a tutorial; Slow pacing; Cryptic narrative
  - Unlock drivers: Learning gameplay mechanics; Short and addicting gameplay
  - Conditions: Casual mode; Appreciation for pixel art
- Player Archetypes:
  - Completionist Challenger (sale)
    - Motivation: Achieving 100% completion and overcoming difficult challenges.
    - Playstyle: Persistent and determined, focusing on mastering all aspects of the game, especially the hardest modes and achievements.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: completionist; hardcore gamer
    - Reference games: Bloody Walls
  - Core Gameplay Enthusiast (buy)
    - Motivation: Enjoying the core gameplay mechanics and the challenge of different difficulty modes.
    - Playstyle: Focused on mastering the gameplay mechanics and adapting to the challenges presented by different difficulty modes.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: gamer; challenge seeker
    - Reference games: Bloody Walls


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Multiple difficulty modes (weight 0.39): The game offers different difficulty modes, including a hardcore mode, catering to both casual and hardcore gamers.
- Pixel art visual style (weight 0.36): The game features a charming and nostalgic pixel art style that many players appreciate for its retro aesthetic.
- Great soundtrack and atmosphere (weight 0.31): The game's music and soundtrack are highly praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere and player experience.
- Interesting game concept (weight 0.25): Players find the game concept interesting and enjoyable, contributing to a fun gameplay experience.
- Skill upgrade system (weight 0.2): The skill upgrade system adds depth to the gameplay, allowing players to enhance their character's abilities.
- Free distribution model (weight 0.15): The game is free to play, which is a significant positive point for many players.
- Thoughtful level design (weight 0.15): The gameplay is well-thought-out with thoughtful level design, providing a satisfying experience.
- Beautiful graphics (weight 0.15): The game is praised for its nice art style and beautiful graphics, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience.
- Easy to understand mechanics (weight 0.15): The game mechanics are simple and easy to understand, though they can be hard to master.
- Weapon choices and upgrades (weight 0.15): Players appreciate the variety of weapon choices and upgrades available in the game.
- Hauntingly beautiful environments (weight 0.15): The game features stunning visuals and detailed environments, creating a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.
- Complex and challenging gameplay (weight 0.15): The gameplay is surprisingly complex and challenging, despite its simple appearance.
- Variety of enemies and weapons (weight 0.15): The game offers a variety of enemies and weapons, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- Good for casual play (weight 0.14): The game is suitable for casual play, providing an enjoyable experience when players are bored.
- Effective shotgun usage (weight 0.14): The shotgun is noted for being effective, particularly in hardcore mode and against bosses.
- Character development (weight 0.14): The game features character development and portrayal, adding depth to the storyline.
- 100% completable (weight 0.14): The game can be 100% completed in an afternoon, providing a satisfying and achievable goal for players.

Common complaints:
- Control issues (weight 0.62): Controls are a major issue, with complaints about them being terrible, confusing, and not customizable. Players also noted issues with mouse compatibility and key binding changes.
- Short campaign and levels (weight 0.5): Many players found the campaign and levels to be very short, with few levels overall. This includes complaints about the DLC being too short as well.
- High overall difficulty (weight 0.45): The game is generally considered to be very difficult, with a high difficulty level that can be frustrating for many players.
- Game is unplayable or broken (weight 0.44): Some players found the game to be unplayable or broken, with various technical problems and bugs that hindered the gaming experience.
- Monotonous and simplistic gameplay (weight 0.44): Gameplay is described as monotonous, simplistic, and unremarkable. Players found it repetitive and lacking in variability.
- Technical and mechanical issues (weight 0.44): There are various technical problems and bugs, including game freezing issues and poor mechanics. Players also noted ineffective dash mechanics and poorly designed reloading mechanics.
- Lack of narrative and progress (weight 0.39): The game suffers from a lack of informative narrative and progress tracking. Players found the story to be too laconic and the plot inserts or cutscenes to be missing.
- Hardcore mode difficulty (weight 0.36): Hardcore mode is noted for being extremely difficult and requiring numerous attempts to complete. Players found it beyond annoying and very challenging.
- Poor UI and visuals (weight 0.33): The UI is considered not brilliant and poor. Players also noted a limited visual palette and visual hindrances.
- Frustrating gameplay elements (weight 0.3): Various gameplay elements are frustrating, including the auto-targeting system and the inability to shoot while running. Players also noted a negative loop with boss minions.
- Confusing skill upgrade system (weight 0.3): The skill upgrade system is confusing and poorly designed. Players found it unclear and frustrating to use.
- Difficulty with achievements (weight 0.25): Achievements are challenging to unlock, with players finding it difficult to achieve 100% completion. Some achievements did not unlock as expected.
- Lack of clear direction (weight 0.25): Players found a lack of clear direction or guidance in the game, with unclear ability descriptions and no proper tutorial.
- Game feels raw and unfinished (weight 0.21): The game is described as feeling raw, half-baked, and not very good. Players noted various aspects that made it feel unfinished.
- Limited weapon and character abilities (weight 0.2): There is a minimum variability of weapons and character abilities, with limited weapon choices and ineffective upgrades.
- Outdated technical base (weight 0.19): The game has an outdated technical base, with limited graphics settings and occasional FPS drops.
- Lack of language support (weight 0.14): There is a lack of Chinese language support, which was promised but not delivered. This has disappointed some players.

Gameplay feedback:
- Hardcore mode available (weight 0.52): There is a hardcore mode that offers a more challenging experience. Players can choose between different difficulty settings, including an easy mode and a hardcore mode.
- Shoot 'em up genre focus (weight 0.52): The game falls within the shoot 'em up genre, characterized by its action-packed shooting mechanics. It is primarily a 2D shooter, aligning with classic arcade-style games.
- Skill tree and upgrades (weight 0.43): The game features a skill tree system that allows for various upgrades. Players can enhance their character's abilities through a perk system, facilitating level progression.
- Retro-style pixel graphics (weight 0.35): The game features retro-style graphics, utilizing pixel art that gives it a nostalgic and classic look. This visual style is consistent with older arcade games.
- Steam achievements included (weight 0.25): The game incorporates Steam achievements, which serve as a progress measurement tool. This feature adds an extra layer of engagement and replayability for players.
- Weapon choices available (weight 0.23): Players can choose between different weapons, specifically a pistol and a shotgun. This choice allows for varied gameplay strategies and styles.
- Unique grandfather protagonist (weight 0.2): The main character is a grandfather, often described as a Russian grandpa with military attire. This unique protagonist adds a distinctive flavor to the game's narrative.
- Puzzle-solving elements (weight 0.14): The game includes puzzle-solving elements, adding a layer of complexity beyond simple action. This makes it a puzzle adventure game as well.

Performance notes:
- Game freezing and FPS drops (weight 0.16): Some players have experienced game freezing issues and drops in frames per second (FPS). These problems can significantly impact the gaming experience.
- Minor bugs and optimization issues (weight 0.15): Players have reported encountering minor bugs and optimization flaws in the game. These issues may be related to different resolutions on various monitors.
- Slight lag in menu selection (weight 0.08): A few players have noticed a slight lag when navigating through menu selections. This issue, while not critical, can be an annoyance.

Recommendations:
- Recommended as a time passer (weight 0.76): Many players recommend this game as a good way to pass the time, especially for those looking for a quick and relaxing gaming experience.
- Challenging gameplay experience (weight 0.74): The game is recommended for players who enjoy challenging and intense gameplay, particularly those who like retro-style and hardcore shooters.
- Worth trying for fans (weight 0.54): Fans of classic shoot 'em up games, pixel art, and action games will find this game worth trying, especially since it is free.
- Not for elaborate plot seekers (weight 0.32): Players seeking an elaborate plot, variety of mechanics, or long gaming sessions might not find this game appealing due to its mediocre gameplay and unenjoyable mechanics.
- Mixed feelings on DLC (weight 0.22): Opinions on the DLC are mixed, with some players finding it questionable due to its content and short length, while others are willing to purchase high difficulty DLC.
- High ratings from some (weight 0.21): A subset of players rate the game very highly, giving it a perfect score and strongly recommending it.
- Specific gameplay suggestions (weight 0.21): Players have specific suggestions for gameplay improvements, such as using certain weapons and changing skill sets.
- Potential with updates (weight 0.2): Some players suggest that the game has potential and could improve with more updates and content, indicating a willingness to revisit the game after improvements.
- Frustrating and intense (weight 0.17): The game is noted for its high difficulty and potential to frustrate players, making it suitable for those looking to push their limits.

Other player notes:
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Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.26): Players are frustrated primarily due to control issues, including lack of key customization and poor mouse compatibility. Additionally, the game's difficulty spikes, buggy mechanics like zooming and achievement unlocks, and lack of clear tutorials contribute significantly to this frustration.
- Excitement (weight 0.19): The excitement stems from the game's engaging and hardcore gameplay, which is both challenging and fast-paced. Players also enjoy the unique story, variety of enemies, and the strategic use of skills and upgrades.
- Disappointment (weight 0.16): Disappointment arises from the game's short length and limited content, as well as basic story and odd controls. Frequent delays and lack of promised features also contribute to this sentiment.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.09): Enjoyment comes from the game's fun and dynamic gameplay, interesting combat mechanics, and engaging storyline. The unique experience of playing as a grandfather and the retro vibe also add to the enjoyment.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.06): Players feel satisfied due to the game's challenging nature and the sense of accomplishment from solving puzzles and upgrading skills. The effectiveness of certain weapons like the shotgun in hardcore mode also contributes to this satisfaction.
- Joy (weight 0.05): Joy is derived from the game's fun and easy gameplay experience. The overall enjoyable nature of the game brings happiness to players.
- Appreciation (weight 0.05): Appreciation is felt towards the game's hardcore gameplay, great music, and customizable controls. Players also appreciate the high quality of the game, especially considering it is free.
- Challenged (weight 0.04): Players feel challenged by the game's difficulty, which tests their reflexes and requires significant effort to achieve 100% completion.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.02): Nostalgia is evoked by the game's retro-style graphics and classic shoot 'em up gameplay, reminiscent of older games.
- Confusion (weight 0.02): Confusion arises from the initially confusing controls and the skill upgrade system, which some players find difficult to understand.
- Hope (weight 0.02): Hope is expressed by players who desire more content and updates, expecting continued improvements and new content.
- Challenge (weight 0.02): Players feel challenged by the game's hard mode and hardcore mode difficulty, as well as the difficulty in achieving certain achievements.
- Hopeful (weight 0.02): Players are hopeful about the game's potential and expect it to improve with future updates.
- Tense (weight 0.01): The game's atmosphere creates a sense of tension among players.
- Sadness (weight 0.01): The game's sad story evokes feelings of sadness in players.
- Contemplative (weight 0.01): Themes of old age, memory, and loss make players contemplative.
- Meditative (weight 0.01): The mechanics of fishing in memories create a meditative experience for players.
- Touched (weight 0.01): Players feel touched due to the emotional connection with the character.
- Fear (weight 0.01): The sinister and gloomy world of the game, along with the high difficulty of hard mode, instills fear in players.
- Curiosity (weight 0.01): Players are curious about the survival aspects and uncovering secrets within the game.}