!["Dead Space 3" implements co-op for the first time in the franchise. A friend may drop-in or out as John Carver and playing as a duo will throw you both deeper into the "Dead Space" story. There are certain missions only available while playing in co-op mode. If you do choose to take on a partner, make sure their style of play matches your own. There is nothing worse than playing with someone who races through areas to get to the next when you prefer to spend time in each exploring.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/hash/d0/b9/d0b9444417446ac44e199cc0162e07c1.png?itok=RNu7doGH ""Dead Space 3" implements co-op for the first time in the franchise. A friend may drop-in or out as John Carver and playing as a duo will throw you both deeper into the "Dead Space" story. There are certain missions only available while playing in co-op mode. If you do choose to take on a partner, make sure their style of play matches your own. There is nothing worse than playing with someone who races through areas to get to the next when you prefer to spend time in each exploring."){kind=small}
![It becomes very easy to reference the Locator device in Isaac's inventory to figure out where you are supposed to be going. However, "Dead Space 3" is bigger than that and Visceral Games, craftier. Explore as much as you can to uncover hidden items. There is even an audio cue that lets you, as the player, know using the Scavenger Bot would be beneficial in specific locations.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/hash/29/65/296546ed426dbd0ecfee124d28464172.png?itok=RkfLzUV8 "It becomes very easy to reference the Locator device in Isaac's inventory to figure out where you are supposed to be going. However, "Dead Space 3" is bigger than that and Visceral Games, craftier. Explore as much as you can to uncover hidden items. There is even an audio cue that lets you, as the player, know using the Scavenger Bot would be beneficial in specific locations."){kind=small}
![The "Dead Space" franchise has become known as one of the most frightening games since "Silent Hill." To make sure you feel goosebumps, extend the game's atmosphere into your living room by turning off (or down) the lights and turning up the sound.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/hash/2c/f1/2cf1ea940c6abc7d398e0ee0a640d3db.png?itok=2NB8cMbA "The "Dead Space" franchise has become known as one of the most frightening games since "Silent Hill." To make sure you feel goosebumps, extend the game's atmosphere into your living room by turning off (or down) the lights and turning up the sound."){kind=small}
Since it became available on January 22, the "Dead Space 3" demo has been downloaded approximately 2 million times across Xbox LIVE and PlayStation Network. As TV spots began to hit the airwaves, overall hype for the game continued to increase. According to Electronic Arts (EA), the game's dedicated Facebook page took on over 90,000 organically new "likes" and its title has been mentioned over 100,000 times across multiple social media networks last week alone.
"Dead Space 3" hit shelves today in North America, available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC. European gamers will have to wait until February 8 to get their hands on the game. Continue reading for tips on how to enhance your overall experience playing the game.
![The "Dead Space" franchise has become known as one of the most frightening games since "Silent Hill." To make sure you feel goosebumps, extend the game's atmosphere into your living room by turning off (or down) the lights and turning up the sound.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/d1/66/d16683e191fb77ac7a094c1ea5389f76.png?itok=pvHvVYny "The "Dead Space" franchise has become known as one of the most frightening games since "Silent Hill." To make sure you feel goosebumps, extend the game's atmosphere into your living room by turning off (or down) the lights and turning up the sound.")
![It becomes very easy to reference the Locator device in Isaac's inventory to figure out where you are supposed to be going. However, "Dead Space 3" is bigger than that and Visceral Games, craftier. Explore as much as you can to uncover hidden items. There is even an audio cue that lets you, as the player, know using the Scavenger Bot would be beneficial in specific locations.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/69/68/69685ef6add2f8f2953ccc64ab7d3a83.png?itok=yLYyi7J4 "It becomes very easy to reference the Locator device in Isaac's inventory to figure out where you are supposed to be going. However, "Dead Space 3" is bigger than that and Visceral Games, craftier. Explore as much as you can to uncover hidden items. There is even an audio cue that lets you, as the player, know using the Scavenger Bot would be beneficial in specific locations.")
!["Dead Space 3" implements co-op for the first time in the franchise. A friend may drop-in or out as John Carver and playing as a duo will throw you both deeper into the "Dead Space" story. There are certain missions only available while playing in co-op mode. If you do choose to take on a partner, make sure their style of play matches your own. There is nothing worse than playing with someone who races through areas to get to the next when you prefer to spend time in each exploring.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/0d/94/0d943b1b8aa683e64ceaed9585de4a7f.png?itok=Afz7xSgD ""Dead Space 3" implements co-op for the first time in the franchise. A friend may drop-in or out as John Carver and playing as a duo will throw you both deeper into the "Dead Space" story. There are certain missions only available while playing in co-op mode. If you do choose to take on a partner, make sure their style of play matches your own. There is nothing worse than playing with someone who races through areas to get to the next when you prefer to spend time in each exploring.")
![The third installment to the series brings back familiar foes along with new monsters. The key to your survival is dependent on how well you know each type of Necromorph's (undead humans) weakness. Save time, ammunition, and your own sanity by breaking the "shoot everything in the face" mold. Lurker Necromorphs have three barb-shooting tentacles that meet just above its head. Shoot once here with a Line Gun and put the beast down. If you are playing co-op, mix up the weapons each of you chooses. That way, you will both be better protected in various scenarios.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/5a/86/5a86a3f138a54e9ecbfe667f9e022404.png?itok=jMYS9D9l "The third installment to the series brings back familiar foes along with new monsters. The key to your survival is dependent on how well you know each type of Necromorph's (undead humans) weakness. Save time, ammunition, and your own sanity by breaking the "shoot everything in the face" mold. Lurker Necromorphs have three barb-shooting tentacles that meet just above its head. Shoot once here with a Line Gun and put the beast down. If you are playing co-op, mix up the weapons each of you chooses. That way, you will both be better protected in various scenarios.")
![There is no better way to complete envelope yourself in the game than to utilize the voice commands via Xbox Kinect. As Isaac, you can reload or switch your weapon with a few simple words. In addition, your co-op partner may also use voice commands during gameplay, a first for Kinect. For you convenience, here is a list of all the commands you are able to utter throughout your terrifying time spent playing "Dead Space 3."--The author of this article is musician and multidimensional journalist on Examiner. Subscribe to all of his channels and be sure to follow him on Twitter or add him to your circles on Google+.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/fb/26/fb263d25ba8d9f6c9f6a2b8dd833ec27.png?itok=57WeQK1S "There is no better way to complete envelope yourself in the game than to utilize the voice commands via Xbox Kinect. As Isaac, you can reload or switch your weapon with a few simple words. In addition, your co-op partner may also use voice commands during gameplay, a first for Kinect. For you convenience, here is a list of all the commands you are able to utter throughout your terrifying time spent playing "Dead Space 3."--The author of this article is musician and multidimensional journalist on Examiner. Subscribe to all of his channels and be sure to follow him on Twitter or add him to your circles on Google+.")
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