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House of the Dead: Overkill - Nintendo Wii

Platform : Nintendo Wii |
Rated: Mature
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 419 ratings

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  • Pulp funk horror Zombie cool at its finest as one of the most popular shooter classics returns injected with a whole new retro b-movie look.
  • An utterly in-your-face zombie-dismembering blast Non-stop light-gun shooting action on the Wii as you blow apart zombies for high-score thrills.
  • Gripping co-op action on the Wii Grab a friend and play the game as intended in your own buddy action movie as two of the coolest characters in video gaming.
  • Use ¿Slow-Mofo Time¿ to make the perfect head-popping shot and ¿Evil Eye¿ to spot moments of opportunity that¿ll send the whole environment up in flames.
  • Lightning quick Wii Remote reactions Get knee-deep in the dead with motion-sensitive Wii controls. Pump your shotgun, slam a fresh mag home in that 9-mil and work your lever-action rifle.
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The House of the Dead: OVERKILL charges you with mowing down waves of infected, blood-thirsty zombies in a last-ditch effort to survive and uncover the horrific truth behind the origins of the House of the Dead. Survival horror as its never been seen before, The House of the Dead: OVERKILL is a pulp-style take on the best selling, classic SEGA light-gun shooter series. Back when the famous Agent G was fresh out of the academy, he teamed up with hard-boiled bad-ass Agent Washington to investigate stories of mysterious disappearances in small-town Louisiana. Little did they know what blood-soaked mutant horror awaited them in the streets and swamps of Bayou City.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
419 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality of the video game, mentioning it's fun, addictive, and great. They are also happy with controls, value, and soundtrack. However, some customers have mixed opinions on graphics, storyline and plot, difficulty level, and speed.

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125 customers mention100 positive25 negative

Customers like the quality of the game. They say it's fun, addictive, and simple. They also say the end of level bosses are entertaining and the banter between the two main characters is entertaining. Overall, customers recommend the game, saying it improves gameplay a lot.

"...The gameplay is addictively simple (though the difficulty can be quite challenging), the presentation is pitch perfect for what the developer aimed..." Read more

"...A great opportunity to practice head shots." Read more

"...I'm at level 3 right now, so I've got 4 more levels to go. The game has a lot of style as well, and plays like a cheesy movie, making the game all..." Read more

"...The game is more enjoyable after you unlock directors cut because you are given an opportunity to replay the story with more zombies and the levels..." Read more

21 customers mention15 positive6 negative

Customers like the controls of the game. They say the controls are very good, simple, and easy to handle. They also appreciate the different difficulty settings and different weapons to choose from. However, some customers feel the levels are short and the game could be longer. Overall, they say the game has good sound effects and is good for the Wii.

"...Otherwise, the levels are well detailed and the game has good sound effects, taking advantage of rumble on your Wii Remote for added effects...." Read more

"...opportunity to replay the story with more zombies and the levels are now more immersive(In regular mode you would explore a handful of rooms before..." Read more

"...Also not easy to maneuver into different levels when playing with the sound off. Would have been better without the vulgar language." Read more

"...It is noticeable, but not aggravating or inhibitive. The controls are very good. It is a rail-shooter, so basically your pointing and clicking...." Read more

13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

Customers find the value of the video game to be insane, good, and fun for the price. They say it's worth it, and the money from completing levels is okay.

"...It is extremely fun for the price. Very 70's style cinema... cheesy classic horror flick...." Read more

"...4. The money from completing levels is okay and it does let you upgrade your weapons but you have to go back and replay levels just to get enough to..." Read more

"...good Saturday afternoon of shooting zombies, then this game is right for the price, and the Perfect Shot handguns are super cheap and work really..." Read more

"...Fortunately it has some replay value, as once you finish the game it unlocks a "Director's Cut" so you will have a few new things to..." Read more

11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers find the soundtrack of the video game fantastic, amazing, and amusing. They also say the storyline and music will blow their minds.

"...Otherwise, the levels are well detailed and the game has good sound effects, taking advantage of rumble on your Wii Remote for added effects...." Read more

"...grindhouse style story was very original and the 70's style music is actually pretty good...." Read more

"...Some other things that deserve to be highlighted are:* Great original soundtrack* Entertaining storyline*..." Read more

"...Oh, and the soundtrack IS FANTASTIC! My boyfriend had to buy this and plays it in his car constantly." Read more

67 customers mention33 positive34 negative

Customers are mixed about the graphics. Some find the humor sick, twisted, and funny. They also say the graphics are not excessively gory. However, some customers feel the language is insanely vulgar, the overuse of explicit language is stupid, and the game's graphics are a little too much for the Wii console processor.

"...and some fed named Agent G. Together, you'll witness a pretty funny storyline that brings to mind various horror and action films of years gone..." Read more

"...The quips are blatantly profane, the plot is about as rediculous as it can get, and there is no shortage of gory moments and animated pornography,..." Read more

"...This game is also pretty funny. Yes, there are a lot of f-bombs dropped, that's what makes the game funny...." Read more

"...drops the F-bomb (loudly) every 3 or 4 words and uses some extreme adult content... not for kids in anyway (or within earshot)...." Read more

45 customers mention28 positive17 negative

Customers are mixed about the storyline and plot. Some find the story entertaining, funny, and sick. Others say the story is weak, goofy, and predictable.

"...the plot is about as rediculous as it can get, and there is no shortage of gory moments and animated pornography, to boot...." Read more

"...The storyline is pretty weak but it isn't expected to play out like a Final Fantasy epic. You can turn it on, kill some "mutants", and just relax...." Read more

"I like that the game takes place over several chapters that are saved and you can go back and replay...." Read more

"...realistic, the zombies look nice and disgusting, and the storyline is entertaining (even if it is laced with profanity all throughout)...." Read more

34 customers mention20 positive14 negative

Customers are mixed about the difficulty level of the video game. Some mention that it's not a complicated game, not involving, and pretty easy to play. They say the levels are short and fairly easy to beat in single player mode. However, others say that the game is a little easy at first, ridiculously easy, and not very challenging.

"...Because of the nature of an on-rails game, the premise is simple: using the Wii controller, the gamer aims and shoots oncoming predators while the..." Read more

"...It's too easy. 2) It's too short...." Read more

"...The game itself isn't really scary or difficult and it's pretty easy to play...." Read more

"Wii games are meant to be FUN, not complicated. And FUN is exactly what you get with this title.A masterpiece of the zombie shooter genre...." Read more

24 customers mention15 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the speed of the game. Some mention that the action moves at a good pace, it's a fast play, and nonstop action. However, others say that the game is laggy and the Wii can't keep up. They also mention that it freezes at the first boss sequence every play through.

"...My favorite is a green symbol that slows down time. A great opportunity to practice head shots." Read more

"...The graphics are OK, the movement is pretty fluid on my plasma...." Read more

"...The action is non-stop. You will see slight lag from time to time particularly when there are a lot of enemies on screen...." Read more

"...This is a very solid rail shooter. The camera movements are very realistic, the zombies look nice and disgusting, and the storyline is entertaining..." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

Mylgon
5.0 out of 5 stars Grindhouse Greatness On The Wii? You bet!
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2014
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The Nintendo Wii's gaming inventory is rather sparse when it comes to edgy, foul mouthed, shooters built to appease a mature audience. Curiously enough, SEGA has filled that void in an unprecedented way with a surprising entry titled 'The House of the Dead: Overkill".

Resembling a classic shooter from the days of rampant arcade gaming, Overkill is an on-rails shooter that leads the gamer through various environments filled with hordes of blood thirsty zombies and demonic boss battles. Because of the nature of an on-rails game, the premise is simple: using the Wii controller, the gamer aims and shoots oncoming predators while the camera pans about in a predetermined manner.

Because the Wii is anything but performance savvy, there are times when the frame rate becomes rather choppy; however, the game is stable for the most part and, oddly, video anomalies only seem apropos for a title that thrives on the nostalgic grindhouse panache.

Of course, we couldn't simply call Overkill a take on the grindhouse theme without a cheesy script, some third-rate acting, and an over-the-top storyline. Fear not - Overkill features all of the above!

From the game's opening sequence to its deranged conclusion, SEGA leaves no opportunity overlooked in its quest to create a cringe-inducing blood bath, reminiscent of the film genre it imitates. The quips are blatantly profane, the plot is about as rediculous as it can get, and there is no shortage of gory moments and animated pornography, to boot. It doesn't stop here.

What grindhouse flick is complete without an equally ludacris soundtrack? Overkill satisfies this inherent need with a playlist which sports lyrics that will either make you chuckle in hilarity or blush like a prude.

Make no mistake, this isn't just a zombie-killing survival game. Overkill is the real deal when it comes to all-out absurdity and makes no apologies for it. The gameplay is addictively simple (though the difficulty can be quite challenging), the presentation is pitch perfect for what the developer aimed to achieve, and the game provides for mindless fun when loading up another round of Mario just won't suffice.

The level design is a collection of nighmarish environments, nicely put together to stir up a sense of uncertainty and danger, including a house infested with the undead and an amustment park, complete with flesh-craving clowns. Truth is: if you have witnessed it on film, odds are SEGA has re-envisioned it in the Overkill ... gore and all.

If the 'M' rating wasn't evidence enough, parents should carefully consider this purchase if intended for a younger audience. There is a lot here that will, in most cases, be offensive. For the mature crowd who welcomes the aforementioned craziness, The House of the Dead: Overkill is a hidden gem on a platform teeming with family friendly titles. If you are the latter, I highly encourage the item. Couple it with the Nyko Perfect Shot, a dark night, and you have hours of fun awaiting you!
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Randy
5.0 out of 5 stars If you like shooting zombies, you need House of the Dead: Overkill, in your collection.
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2024
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I like that the game takes place over several chapters that are saved and you can go back and replay. There are healing packs, grenades, and other items throughout the game. You need to be quick to shoot them to acquire the objects. My favorite is a green symbol that slows down time. A great opportunity to practice head shots.
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The Webdevil
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun and exciting two player action...
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2009
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I picked this up pretty cheap just to get an adult shooter game. It is extremely fun for the price. Very 70's style cinema... cheesy classic horror flick. The graphics are OK, the movement is pretty fluid on my plasma. My wife and I send the kids to Nana's and hang out for a couple hours shooting at the big screen. You absolutely must have a gun accessory for the real effect. The game literally drops the F-bomb (loudly) every 3 or 4 words and uses some extreme adult content... not for kids in anyway (or within earshot). The blood and gore is pretty intense as well... all the things you want in a zombie killer fun time. The storyline is pretty weak but it isn't expected to play out like a Final Fantasy epic. You can turn it on, kill some "mutants", and just relax. The coolest part is two players on one screen with their own targeting/scopes so you are literally double teaming them... just cover each other. The bosses are actually pretty boring for the most part, but we get more kicks out of the level whomping anyway. Oh, and make sure your sensor bar is directly in front of you... for the most realism, you want your gun to be generally pointing at the spot you are shooting. We have our flatscreen at just about chest level so if we are kneeling or sitting on the couch, holding the guns straight at the TV/sensor it is almost in perfect alignment (could be weird playing from an angle where your gun wouldn't line up with your onscreen targeting cursor).
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Charles H.
3.0 out of 5 stars Short and sweet.
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2013
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Ah, House of the Dead: Overkill. It's a rail shooter that involves blasting your way through hundreds upon hundreds of zombies. You and a friend can play as the unlikely duo of Detective Isaac Washington and some fed named Agent G. Together, you'll witness a pretty funny storyline that brings to mind various horror and action films of years gone by.

The gameplay itself, for what it is, is pretty good. This is a very solid rail shooter. The camera movements are very realistic, the zombies look nice and disgusting, and the storyline is entertaining (even if it is laced with profanity all throughout). There are also boss battles to mix things up a little.

One of the games more interesting features is the combo system. Basically, if you can shoot multiple zombies in a row without missing, you'll start to get combos. THere are many in-between, but the highest one you can get is a "Goregasm" combo. After that, you get one thousand points per zombie. If you can keep it going, you can rack up a massive score on each level. This also resorts in making more money for beating a given level. The money be used to upgrade your weapons or unlock some of the media on the disc.

There are two main problems with Overkill that I see: 1) It's too easy. 2) It's too short. If either problem was reconciled, we'd have a pretty great rail shooter on our hands. These two factors work against each other in a way that compromises the overall quality of the game. You'll probably be able to work through each level on your first attempt. This would be fine if there were twenty or so levels. But with only the five or six that there are, the game could have used some good old fashioned Fake Difficulty extend its longevity.

It takes about two hours to beat the Story Mode, at which point you can play a harder version of Story Mode again in Director's Cut mode. So, you've got about a four hour campaign there. There are some reasons to replay the main game after beating it, as you can try to unlock all of the music and remaining weapons, find all of the collectible brains in each level, or maybe just chase after that perfect run through a level. So, some reason to replay the game is there, but personally, I don't find the prospect particularly compelling.

Outside of the main game, you've got some mini-games. One mini-game involves withstanding an endless horde of zombies (probably the best one). Another involves protecting civilians from zombies. The third one is just your run of the mill target practice game. They're all decent, but also pretty typical of what you'd find in almost any light gun game.

There are some framerate issues. In the later parts of the game in Director's Cut mode, there are tons of zombies coming at you. The Wii just fails to keep up in certain places.

One final pet peeve I have with this game: Sometimes, Zombies will strike you when you don't have control of your weapon. I had it happen to me three times. I don't know if it's a glitch or a gameplay feature, but it's decidedly not cool.

I would recommend this game, but not if you somehow manage to find it for $50. The current rates on Amazon are pretty fair, though.
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Lechman Wong
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Canada on January 2, 2024
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Loved the game
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warren payne
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Canada on April 14, 2021
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Absolutely love it! Straight up shoot’em game with lots of excitement. I’ve completed it three time and still love it
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Looky
4.0 out of 5 stars Storyline is a bit corny but good for laughs and if you just want to shoot ...
Reviewed in Canada on April 20, 2018
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Game gets a little repetitive after a bit. Storyline is a bit corny but good for laughs and if you just want to shoot stuff. Also a fun game to compete with someone one on one.
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DDL
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in Canada on June 5, 2016
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easy mindless fun
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Eric
5.0 out of 5 stars Comme neuf
Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2019
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