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Game Information
- Platform: Sega Dreamcast
- PEGI Rating: Unknown
- Media: Video Game
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Product Features
- Blow away killer zombies
- 6 levels of intense shooting action
- Based on the smash arcade shooter
- Branching levels and storyline
- Use a lightgun (sold separately) for maximum blasting
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Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
Direct from the arcades to the Dreamcast, Sega has a sure-fire smash on its hands with this near arcade-quality translation of popular zombie shooter House of the Dead 2. Most fast-action gaming fans will immediately dive into the basic premise of this game: shoot and destroy the zombies that have invaded the creepy haunt known as the Curien Mansion.
For what it's worth, however, House of the Dead 2 does contain a pretty intriguing plot that moves beyond the simplistic point-and-shoot genre. In addition to the fast-moving action, there are several subplots that shed light on the darker secrets lurking within this eerie, zombie-infested environment. Gameplay can be set to accommodate several skill levels, including easy, medium, and hard game settings.
Even if you manage to master this game, there are several alternative plot and game paths that will keep you coming back for more. Your shooting patterns and on-screen actions will determine the plot path and gaming areas that you can explore. Skilled shooters and well-trained zombie slayers will be rewarded with secret game areas and unusual plot twists.
By saving the lives of innocent bystanders, you will usually be able to take a shorter path to the end of the game level. In addition, you'll often gain health bonuses that enable you to play longer. If you complete the game without allowing any hostages to die, you'll even unlock a secret bonus room.
The Dreamcast is the only home game system with the processing power to do the arcade game justice--and it shows in the graphics. The home version expands beyond the arcade gameplay with exclusive new levels, including a training mode that helps you practise your shooting skills before you enter the game. There are also several never-before-seen secret game areas that were developed exclusively for the Dreamcast. --Brett Atwood, Amazon.com
Pros:
- Near perfect arcade-to-home translation
- Multiplayer support with a second Dreamcast controller or light gun (sold separately)
- Exclusive levels developed only for the Dreamcast
- Multiple game paths
Cons:
- Gameplay suffers without optional light gun
Product Description
Pack your six-shooter! A new evil master-mind has picked up where the mad scientist Dr Curien left off in The House of the Dead--creating zombies striving to put an end to mankind. Get ready to fight the undead in this action-packed adventure! From the number one arcade hit! All new gameplay modes exclusive to Sega Dreamcast. Tons of branching paths for ultimate replayability. Six levels of intense action. Incredibly detailed graphics drawn straight from the arcade original.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Ok so the Original Mode doesnt take long to complete but I love doing it over and over again gradually getting to Rank 1 (1400 more points to go!) The other modes are ok such as Boss mode and Training Mode the only downside really about this game is that you need the Gun it just isnt good without it!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Ok, so the gun's are hard to get hold of, but this game is still worth having it, even if you have to make do with using a handheld until the slave trader's money for your grandma comes through. This is a perfect conversion from the arcade version, as you join the secret services and wage war on the undead. The game is genuinely unsettling as zombies jump out at you from all over the place making you jump. There are barrel tossing rotting blokes, flying zombie fish, and all manner of demonic monsters. My own favourite is the freaky giant with the tiny head and enormous chainsaw - guaranteed to have even the steeliest of hearts pounding like an express train. Totally addictive, loads of different bits to explore and ace gory graphics. A top game.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Fun:
I owned this game when it first came out and couldn't stop playing it, needless to say years later I couldn't resist dusting of the the old Dreamcast and ordering this again, and its still as fun as before! I love trying to take all the different routes through the main story.
One thing though get the gun as well, it plays so much better than with the controller.
One thing though get the gun as well, it plays so much better than with the controller.
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