The narrative in Dead Space: Downfall sticks closely to horror and sci-fi roots, with character development and action-driven plotting. There’s no apparent prioritization of modern identity themes over compelling story or character arcs. Forced representation is essentially non-existent, and tension is preserved through genuine risk and consequence.

There’s some critique of religious fanaticism, but it’s in keeping with the franchise lore and not a direct stand-in for real-world traditions. The film depicts a mix of masculine and feminine roles but doesn’t exaggerate or subvert traditional archetypes in any overtly modern ideological way.

Most characters are focused on survival rather than espousing specific worldviews. While the critique of cultism is present, it doesn’t seem like a blanket condemnation of religion or traditional beliefs. There is no strong ideological monoculture or overt villainization of non-progressive ideas.