Dead Rising (2006)
Genres:Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Themes:Open world, Action, Comedy, Horror, Sandbox, Survival
Game modes:Single player
Story:Frank West, a freelance photojournalist on the hunt for the scoop of a lifetime, pursues a juicy lead to a small suburban town only to find that it is being overrun by zombies! He escapes to the local shopping mall thinking it will be a bastion of safety, but it turns out to be anything but. It's a true struggle to survive the endless stream of enemies, but with full reign over an entire shopping center, Frank can utilize anything to fight off the flesh-hungry mob and search for the truth behind the horrendous epidemic.Show more
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The original Dead Rising is a truly unforgettable experience. You won't play an zombie game like this ever again. You play as Frank West that's working to uncover the truth in a mall invested with zombies. Just the game play alone has an insane level of depth to it. You can make mixed drinks or pick up magazines to improve stuff to a degree. You also have multiple endings including one you just play until the game ends. You can wear a lot of different outfits. You get a huge variety of stuff to play around with. You can attempt rescuing people. The bosses stands out in a huge way. Among the first time playing this, you can't expect a game this impressively done. The game allows creativity to keep it fun as well as refreshing.
Why Dead Rising 1 Should Be on GOG
The original Dead Rising (2006) is a true cult classic—a bold, chaotic, and innovative zombie survival game that laid the foundation for a beloved series. Set in the iconic Willamette Parkview Mall, players step into the shoes of photojournalist Frank West as he battles through thousands of zombies using anything and everything as a weapon. Its real-time progression, sandbox structure, and dark humor made it stand out in a sea of survival horror titles.
Despite its impact and legacy, Dead Rising 1 remains unavailable on GOG.com, a platform that champions DRM-free access, retro gaming preservation, and modern compatibility. Bringing Dead Rising to GOG would finally make this masterpiece accessible to fans old and new—without reliance on third-party launchers or outdated DRM.
A GOG release should also ensure proper controller support, updated resolution options, and smoother performance on modern PCs. Many fans have nostalgic memories of surviving the 72-hour outbreak—and many more have yet to experience it. GOG is the perfect home to give Dead Rising a second life.
It’s time to let Frank West’s story be told again—this time with freedom and flexibility. Let’s bring Dead Rising to GOG, where classics come back to life.
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