House of the Dead 2 Remake Release Date Revealed
▼ Summary
– The House of the Dead 2: Remake will release on Steam, GOG, and Nintendo Switch on 7th August, priced at $24.99.
– Players can choose solo or co-op modes to battle undead creatures as agents James or Gary.
– The remake features remastered music, modern graphics, faithful gameplay, co-op, multiple endings, and branching levels.
– Game modes include Classic Campaign, Boss Mode, and Training Mode for skill improvement.
– This is the second remake in the series, and a film adaptation of The House of the Dead is also in development by Paul WS Anderson.
Fans of classic zombie shooters can mark their calendars for August 7th, when The House of the Dead 2: Remake arrives on Steam, GOG, and Nintendo Switch. Priced at $24.99, this modern reimagining promises to deliver the same frantic arcade action with upgraded visuals and gameplay refinements.
Players can dive back into the chaos as AMS agents James Taylor and Gary Stewart, battling through hordes of undead in a city overrun by biological horrors. The remake stays true to its roots while introducing polished graphics, remastered music (with an option to switch to the original soundtrack), and cooperative multiplayer support. Whether playing solo or teaming up with a friend, the experience aims to capture the essence of the 1998 arcade hit.
Beyond the main campaign, the game offers additional modes to test skills. Boss Mode challenges players to take down monstrous foes as quickly as possible, while Training Mode provides tailored scenarios to sharpen aim and reflexes. With multiple endings and branching paths, replayability remains a key draw for those looking to uncover every secret.
This isn’t the first time MegaPixel Studio and Forever Entertainment have revisited the franchise, The House of the Dead: Remake launched earlier to mixed reactions. Still, the developers seem determined to refine the formula further with this sequel’s overhaul.
In related news, the franchise is expanding beyond gaming. Director Paul W.S. Anderson, known for Resident Evil and Mortal Kombat adaptations, is helming a live-action House of the Dead film alongside producer Jeremy Bolt. While details remain scarce, the project adds to the growing resurgence of zombie-themed entertainment.
For now, the focus remains on the digital return of The House of the Dead 2, offering both nostalgia and fresh thrills for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
(Source: Eurogamer)
