THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD: Remake

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. MeuPlayStation
    May 17, 2022
    70
    It's not only about the nostalgia. The House of the Dead Remake brings new graphics, game modes and optimized physics. Unfortunately, though, it remains it's still in a comfort zone, where there is no boldness or space for new content.
  2. GameSpew
    Apr 29, 2022
    70
    Even with the control issues, The House of the Dead: Remake is good fun. And while a playthrough will take you less than an hour, this is the type of game you’ll come back to time and time again. MegaPixel Studio has done a good job of bringing new life to a classic, even though its work is somewhat sabotaged by the fact that modern TVs have made traditional light guns defunct. Let’s just hope that a solution is found, and soon. But until then, blasting zombies with a controller will suffice.
  3. PlayStation Universe
    Apr 27, 2022
    70
    The House of the Dead Remake is everything you'd expect from a revamp of an old-school 90s zombie rail shooter. It's fun, all too brief, but still provides enough entertainment solo or with a mate in tow. However, it still feels like a missed opportunity to stuff it full of some worthwhile new content.
  5. PLAY
    Jun 22, 2022
    60
    A short, schlocky blast from the past with some welcome modern additions, but hardcore fans may prefer to track down an original arcade cabinet instead. [Issue#15, p.86]
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  6. IGN Italia
    May 10, 2022
    60
    The House of the Dead: Remake is a lukewarm game that lives on reflected light and has several glitches in the control system. Only for those who sleep with a light gun under their pillow.
  7. PlayStation Country
    Apr 28, 2022
    60
    The House of the Dead: Remake is a faithful port of a classic light gun game. The graphics have been improved a lot and there is plenty of replay value for what is ultimately a short arcade experience. Unfortunately none of the controller options come close to how it was originally meant to be played.
  8. Push Square
    Apr 29, 2022
    50
    It’s a valiant effort, and an impressively authentic recreation all-in-all, but it just doesn’t hold up from a modern perspective – especially without a lightgun in-hand.

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#19 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2022

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User Score
6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. PMG-Writer
    Jan 15, 2023
    7
    On the whole, "The House of the Dead: Remake" has become a rather mixed title for the PlayStation 4. While the story and campaign can alsoOn the whole, "The House of the Dead: Remake" has become a rather mixed title for the PlayStation 4. While the story and campaign can also propel you through the game, after a while the controls and gameplay just get annoying. In addition, there are also weak controls and very simple graphics. Those who would like to experience a bit of arcade again are welcome to buy "The House of the Dead: Remake" as a cheap title, but all other gamers should think twice about buying it. In the new contents of the Limidead Edition, you also get, besides the game, exclusive 3D wiggle picture box, two cardboard standees and a sticker sheet. There would have been more here!… Full Review »
  2. bestberto
    Nov 3, 2022
    5
    This game is a fantastic nostalgia trip… for 45 minutes!!!

    While I wouldn’t expect any more given it’s a remake, for the price point it    This game is a fantastic nostalgia trip… for 45 minutes!!!

    While I wouldn’t expect any more given it’s a remake, for the price point it should have included some more in the series. Wait for a sale.    … Full Review »
  3. davidthesloth
    Aug 1, 2022
    7
    Fun and easy game to play either alone or with a buddy. Few different modes/modifiers to keeps things interesting. Very intricate in terms ofFun and easy game to play either alone or with a buddy. Few different modes/modifiers to keeps things interesting. Very intricate in terms of how many routes the game has to offer despite it being minor changes for the most part. Also good variety of settings to mess and tinker with. Game runs well and plays fine however it feels too short and felt like more could've been added to this.… Full Review »
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