Dead Space (2023 remake) Motion Sickness: Why It Happens & What Helps
The Dead Space remake keeps you in a tight over-the-shoulder view with no field of view slider, and PCGamingWiki lists the default as 55 degrees. EA and Motive do document motion options: you can turn off camera shake, switch off the main menu's floating effect and add a persistent dot on screen. Reviews add that motion blur and film grain can be switched off, and Steam lists the game with the Camera Comfort tag.
PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S · third-person (over the shoulder) · No FOV fix · Player-reported motion-sickness risk: one of the most commonly reported triggers in gaming.
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Key facts
- Dead Space (2023 remake) runs on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S.
- The camera is third-person (over the shoulder).
- Player reports place it in the high band for motion sickness.
- The game has no field of view control.
- 5 specific settings are listed on this page, starting with Camera shake.
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Why Dead Space (2023 remake) can trigger motion sickness
Isaac walks through narrow, dark corridors with the camera close behind him, so the picture fills with fast movement from corners, doors and creatures while your inner ear feels you sitting still. That mismatch is what motion sickness is. A narrow field of view cuts off the edges of the picture, which makes the movement more intense. Camera shake during fights and scares adds more. You cannot widen the view in the menus, so switching off shake, blur and grain is the main lever.
- A narrow default field of view with no slider to widen it
- Camera shake during fights, scares and sprints
- Motion blur and film grain, if you leave them on
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Comfort settings in Dead Space (2023 remake)
Dead Space (2023 remake) has no field of view control.
There is no field of view slider. PCGamingWiki lists the field of view as changeable only through a community Reshade add-on, and gives the default as 55 degrees. That is an unofficial tool, so back up your saves and use it offline. The options above do not widen the view.
| Setting | Where | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Camera shake | Settings > Accessibility | Turn it off. EA lists it among the motion options |
| Persistent dot | Settings > Accessibility (EA does not name the tab) | Turn it on. EA says the dot can improve some players' experience with the game camera |
| Main menu floating effect | Settings > Accessibility (EA does not name the tab) | Turn it off if the menu's drifting motion bothers you |
| Motion blur | Settings | Turn it off |
| Film grain | Settings | Turn it off for a cleaner picture |
One guide explains these settings for every game: how field of view, motion blur, head bob and camera shake trigger motion sickness.
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What helps beyond the settings
- Use save stations as natural breaks, and stop at the first queasy signal
- Sit further from the screen so the picture fills less of your view
- Look at something still and far away for a minute after a fight before you go back in
The fixes people reach for once they step away from the screen are covered separately, with the trials attached: the remedy verdicts.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Dead Space remake have an FOV slider?
No. PCGamingWiki lists the field of view as changeable only with a community add-on and gives the default as 55 degrees. Motive documents a different set of camera options: camera shake can be turned off, a persistent dot can be added, and the main menu's floating effect can be disabled.
How do I turn off camera shake in the Dead Space remake?
EA's accessibility article says players can turn off camera shake. A Steam player reports it sits in the Accessibility menu, and CanIPlayThat says the game has a designated Accessibility tab. Open Settings, go to Accessibility and switch camera shake off.
Can I turn off motion blur and film grain in Dead Space?
Yes. The CanIPlayThat accessibility review says motion blur can be completely turned off and the film grain filter can also be disabled. The review places them in the options menu, so look in the main Settings screen if you do not see them under Accessibility.
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Sources & further reading
- https://www.ea.com/able/news/accessibility-and-player-choice-in-dead-space
- https://caniplaythat.com/2023/03/06/dead-space-remake-accessibility-review/
- https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Dead_Space_(2023)
- https://steamcommunity.com/app/1693980/discussions/0/3770110614226764811/
- https://store.steampowered.com/api/appdetails?appids=1693980&l=english
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Based on publicly reported player experiences and each game's documented settings, as of October 2026. Settings menus change with updates, so check your version. Game names are trademarks of their respective owners; Dizzout is not affiliated with or endorsed by them. Motion-sickness sensitivity varies by person, so this is informational, not a game review or a substitute for a doctor's advice.