The Deadseat

The Deadseat is a horror game about a child riding in the backseat of their parents’ car during a long drive. As the parents argue, you play a handheld game that begins to mirror real life. Items you collect in the handheld game are sent to the backseat, where you use them to defend against a deadly monstrosity trying to get inside.

The night drive

An unexpected detour interrupts the drive home from grandma’s. Trapped in the car, you must manage your supplies and defend against the monstrosity from all sides; there is only the road ahead and nowhere to run. The story explores escapism and a difficult childhood, as the child struggles to get away from their parents’ arguments and hears a voice in the game promising somewhere better.

Game modes

The Main Campaign is a short story. Hard Mode continues it at a much higher difficulty, with one life, a faster monster and remixed levels. Challenge Mode offers eight unique presets, or lets you set up a fully custom challenge by adjusting your character, enemy and environment. These challenges range from the game’s easiest difficulty to its hardest possible settings, with hidden lore to unlock.