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The House of the Dead 2: Remake gets retail release for Halloween

Microids has just announced that The House of the Dead 2: Remake, released digitally earlier this month, is getting a retail release in Europe and North America. It will launch on October 31st, just in time for Halloween.

This physical edition of the game will include the following:

  • The full game House of the Dead 2: Remake
  • A sleeve
  • 3 holographic cards

Finally, here’s some details about the game:

Dive back into the world of arcade gaming as you face new threats in the heart of Italy in this full remake. Set two years after the initial episode, American AMS agents James Taylor and Gary Stewart are dispatched in Italy, following reports of a zombie epidemic. In charge of investigating the outbreak and ensuring the evacuation of the city’s residents, they will soon find themselves fighting the fierce hordes of undead and other creatures. Joined by British agent Amy Crystal, the team must battle their way through a real nightmare, trying to save the few survivors they find along the way. Whether solo or with a partner, face up to new zombies and even tougher bosses in this intense, fast-paced shooter game!

  • A complete remake (visual, audio, and new modes) of the iconic shooting game originally released in arcades in 1998.
  • Play alone or with a partner using the joysticks and enjoy optimised handling for more precise aiming
  • Non-stop frenetic action to revive the thrill of arcade games
  • Several routes to explore and several endings to be discovered depending on how you play (solo or co-op mode, number of continues, etc.)

The House of the Dead 2: Remake (Switch) comes out at retail on October 31st in Europe and North America.

Source: Microids PR (18/08/2025)

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