Dead Event is a indie RPG survival game in which the player grows up as a creature. The creature will grow bigger overtime and with interactions in-game also lose some growth on death. Form a colony or hunt alone, become part of a player-created ecosystem. Survive, eat or be eaten...
The game offers over 12 distinct playable creature species, each with its own specialized skillset and playstyle. For example, the Haalks are powerful melee fighters, while the Prowlers excel at ranged combat. This diverse roster encourages players to experiment and find the creature that best suits their preferred gameplay approach.
Gaining experience through combat, resource gathering, and questing allows players to level up their creatures. As a creature levels up, it physically grows in size, creating a tangible sense of progression. The max level cap of 1000 provides ample room for long-term growth and advancement.
The game features hundreds of unique gear pieces with randomized stat bonuses. Players can equip various weapons, armor, and accessories to significantly enhance their creature's capabilities. Seeking out the most powerful gear pieces becomes an engaging loot grind, as no two items are exactly the same.
Players can form cooperative groups called colonies or herds. Joining a colony grants access to shared resources and colony-wide skills, incentivizing teamwork and community building. Herds enable players to share experience gains, fostering a sense of camaraderie and group progression.
The open world setting challenges players to navigate the environment, gather resources, and defend against both AI-controlled enemies and other players. The PvP system adds an element of risk and tension, as players must balance their desire to grow stronger with the threat of being attacked by other creatures.
The solo developer, MrSpartano, regularly updates the game based on player feedback. The developer actively engages with the community, addressing bugs, balancing issues, and implementing new features suggested by the players. This level of developer commitment and responsiveness is highly appreciated by the game's loyal fanbase.