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Step into a 1960s French bistro for a stylish horror RPG — part restaurant tycoon, part visual novel.

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Dead Plate

Horror RPG set in a chic 1960s French bistro

✨ Free to play | 🎮 No download | 🏆 4 endings

🎮 How It Works

Click “PLAY NOW” to open Dead Plate in a new window. For the best experience, use a desktop browser.

🎯 Controls

Arrow keys to move, Z to interact, Shift to run. If inputs feel picky, see the FAQ below for tips.

⚠️ Advisory

This game contains horror content and disturbing imagery. Recommended for players 18+ and best enjoyed with sound in a quiet room.

About the Game

What is Dead Plate?

Dead Plate is a compact 2D horror RPG set in 1960s France. Blending visual‑novel and point‑and‑click elements with restaurant‑tycoon gameplay, it follows Rody, a lively waiter working one intense week at a chic bistro owned by the charismatic chef, Vince.

Known for its striking art direction and character‑driven narrative, Dead Plate invites you to juggle service, manage orders, and peel back layers of mystery lurking behind the kitchen doors.

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Visual Showcase

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Cinematic opening artwork

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1960s French bistro ambience

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Development Team

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STUDIO INVESTIGRAVE

The studio behind Dead Plate, crafting distinctive, art‑driven horror RPG experiences.

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Thanks for dining at La Gueule de Saturne — enjoy Dead Plate!

🎨 Rich Visuals

Over 70 CGs across 8 maps deliver an immersive, art‑first experience.

🍽️ Restaurant Tycoon Loop

Seat guests, take orders, deliver dishes — and keep the kitchen flowing under pressure.

📖 Character‑Driven Story

8k+ lines of dialogue explore messy relationships, ambition, and obsession.

🎵 Original Soundtrack

Atmospheric score by BellKalengar that heightens tension and warmth in equal parts.

⏱️ Playtime

About 1h20–1h30 per ending; roughly 3 hours to see it all.

🔄 Multiple Endings

Four distinct endings with hidden details encourage replay and experimentation.

⚠️ Content Warning

Dead Plate includes scenes of graphic death, blood, violence, cannibalism, eyestrain, and disturbing imagery/audio. Player discretion advised (18+).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dead Plate free?
Yes. Dead Plate is completely free. You can play it online here with no download required.
Which platforms are supported?
Dead Plate supports Windows and macOS for downloads. You can also play the web version directly in your browser from this page.
How do I fix input/interaction issues?
If interactions don’t trigger, face the object first with the arrow keys, then press Z. For cleaning tables, try pressing Z from the lower‑right corner of the table.
Is there localization?
Yes. Community translations are available in Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, Russian, and Simplified Chinese.
How do I get different endings?
There are four endings. Your choices and how you spend your shifts affect the outcome. For example, avoiding optional conversations with Vince can lead to the “Table for One” ending.
Can I save my progress?
Yes. You can save at the end of each in‑game day by interacting with the couch in Rody’s room. The option appears near “End the day”.

Player Reviews

★★★★★

Average rating 4.8/5 from 2,330 reviews

skysyzygy ★★★★★

“Got every ending! Loved the art and the character dynamics. Controls can be finicky, but it’s worth sticking with. Can’t wait for the next game!”

TemporalRNova ★★★★☆

“Solid game. Day 6 can be overwhelming with impatient customers, but the story hooked me. Vince is unpredictable in the best way.”

crtluis ★★★★☆

“Finished Dead Plate recently. Some hitboxes and mechanics feel a bit finicky, but the gorgeous art easily makes up for it.”

BunnyB pro ★★★★★

“Would love a game from Vince’s perspective — his backstory would make an incredible follow‑up.”

Dear_doki ★★★★★

“Fantastic game — art, story, and vibes are top‑tier. Dead Plate really stands out.”

kittycat467 ★★★★★

“Accidentally quit near the end and lost progress — replayed anyway and grabbed all endings. Still loved it.”