If you aren't expecting much from Dead Space 3, you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Gameplay:
8/10
Tight, but not as PC friendly as Dead Space 1 and 2. I was forced at times to switch between controller and keyboard.
The horror factor of Dead Space 3. Dead Space 3 seems to take most of it's focus of terror and jump scares and more on the intensity and suspense of the situation. The end of the game is where it really picks up.
The necromorphs are cool, but sadly the "strategic dismemberment" factor goes mostly out the window. Most of the game is just shooting them till they're dead. Kind of sucks and the gameplay feels unbalanced with weapon damage.
Graphics:
8/10
Not the best but it's good. The lighting is not overdone like many other games and textures are good, but not the best.
Pros:
Graphics are OK, the intensity and suspense are great and voice acting is up there.
Cons:
Game feels unbalanced, not so scary, and strategic dismemberment is virtually out of the picture.
Overall:
8/10
While a bit unbalanced (weapons are underwhelming and don't pack as much a punch as in previous games), the overall experience was fun and exciting.