After a dismal debut on Nintendo Switch and PC last August, Forever Entertainment’s The House of the Dead 2: Remake will launch on October 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PS4, and Xbox One. It retails for $24.99 – check out the announcement trailer below.
Based on the 1998 rail shooter, the story focuses on James Taylor and Gary Stewart of AMS, who venture into a city overrun by zombies. The remake promises “modern graphics” and remastered music, though the original is still available. Co-op is available, and there are multiple endings to unlock. You can also take on the various bosses in a separate mode.
Unfortunately, the overall quality of the remake leaves something to be desired. On Steam, it’s currently rated “Mostly Negative” with only 39 percent of the 383 user reviews giving it a thumbs-up. Complaints range from choppy movement and frame rate issues to bugged-out bosses. Whether developer MegaPixel Studio addresses this in the console versions remains to be seen, so stay tuned.
It’s exciting to see The House of the Dead 2 getting a remake! Hopefully, the new launch will bring fresh energy and improvements to the game on these platforms. Looking forward to seeing how it performs!
some fresh energy to the franchise! It’s interesting to think about how modern graphics and gameplay mechanics might enhance the nostalgic experience for both new players and veterans of the original.
Absolutely, modern graphics can really enhance the atmosphere of a horror game like this. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance nostalgia with new features to attract both old fans and newcomers. The gameplay mechanics could really make a difference in how immersive the experience is!
You’re right! Modern graphics definitely add to the immersion, especially in horror games. It’s interesting to see how improved visuals can elevate the storytelling and emotional impact, making the scares even more effective. I’m curious to see how the remake handles the classic elements while incorporating these enhancements!
I completely agree! Modern graphics really enhance the atmosphere and tension in horror games. It’s interesting to see how developers are using advanced technology to create more realistic environments, which can make the gameplay even more thrilling. I’m curious to see how The House of the Dead 2 will leverage these improvements!