Just a day has passed since the Dead Space 3 logo and a first screenshot appeared online and already we’re being treated to a few more revealing images.

The images – seven in total – show Isaac in a variety of poses and situations, disclosing a couple of interesting details about upcoming features. Firstly, taking inspiration from failing TV shows attempting to rebrand their characters, Visceral Games have given Isaac a ragged looking beard, indicating that he’s not only progressed as a character in some way since the last venture but is also a little bit more bad-ass.

We’re also treated to an exciting shot of what could be Isaac dual-wielding, as well some new, gangly looking enemies (albeit still quintessentially Dead Space) about to be blown to pieces. The most interesting reveal from these images, however, is the confirmation of co-op play and some stills of Isaac’s new buddy, John Carver. According to his brief backstory in a previous graphic novel short, John – a similarly suited engineer – seems to be just another family man looking to find his wife and kid after the necromorphs appear on his home turf.

The inclusion of co-op is a much awaited feature for the franchise, but will it affect the game’s survival horror roots? Will Dead Space hold its atmosphere when you have a friend to join you? With E3 on the way next month, we’re bound to get a host of new information on what to look forward to.

Here are those 7 screenshots…

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