After resurrecting the original cult classic with a modern overhaul, Forever Entertainment is back to breathe new life into one of the most iconic rail-shooters in history. The House Of The Dead 2: Remake officially launches in late-summer, just in time to satiate your craving for retro shoot ’em up horror.
For longtime fans and first-time players alike, this remake revives everything that made the 1998 arcade experience unforgettable: relentless pacing, over-the-top voice acting, grotesque monster designs, and unapologetic action.
The game sticks closely to the original’s spirit, updating the visuals with modern graphics while retaining that signature arcade jankiness in the best possible way.
You can play solo as AMS agents James Taylor or Gary Stewart, or team up in local co-op to blast through waves of undead nightmares. Set in February 2000, the story kicks off when a mysterious outbreak floods a small city with hostile bioengineered creatures, echoing the horrifying events of the Curien Mansion incident two years prior. Your job is to neutralize the threat, preferably with a full clip and steady aim.
The House of the Dead 2: Remake includes several elements to shake things up.
Game Features:
- Remastered music (with the classic soundtrack also available in the game)
- Modern graphics
- Gameplay faithful to the original game
- Co-op mode
- Multiple endings and branching levels
Various Game Modes:
- Classic Campaign: Almost two years after the events of the first installment, AMS agents James Taylor and Gary Stewart are deployed to investigate a city seized by undead creatures.
- Boss Mode: Take on the challenge of defeating the game’s bosses as fast as you can.
- Training Mode: Polish your skills in several available training scenarios to improve your abilities before deploying on a mission.
Whether you grew up feeding quarters into arcade cabinets or you’re discovering this nightmare for the first time, The House of the Dead 2: Remake promises a faithful, high-octane return to a genre-defining classic.
The House Of The Dead 2: Remake launches August 7th, 2025, on Steam, GOG, and Nintendo Switch for $24.99/€24.99.
