After the sheer disappointment and fiasco that became of the copyright holders of the Descent IP trying to re-boot the game, this re-imagining by the actual programmers of the old game is a worthy tribute to the groundbreaking (at the time) release of Descent. Descent was a game that various PC manufacturers used to include on CD-ROMs with their PCs to showcase the power of (at the time) cutting edge Intel processors, leaving competitors like the Commodore Amiga, Atari and Apple Mac in the dust. I was 5 years old when Descent was released, and back then I only had access to the shareware version bundled with a Packard Bell Windows 95 PC, I have since re-played a bit of the full version and its successor, Descent 2, and experiencing them as an adult and being able to understand the story has made memories come flooding back. Overload is just about perfection in re-imagining what Descent was intended to be back in the day, my only gripe is that when a reactor blows, it makes a weird alie...
Overload
- Release Date:
- May 31, 2018
- Metacritic:
- 74
- Developer:
- Revival Productions, LLC
- Publisher:
- Revival Productions, LLC
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
Game Tags
About This Game
- Single-player story campaign with 15+ FULL-SIZE atmospheric levels
- Upgradeable player ship and 16 weapons with multiple upgrade options
- 20+ terrifying robot types and 3 massive bosses
- 12+ Challenge Mode levels with Infinite and Countdown variants that change the focus to Survival or Efficiency
- Pulse-pounding soundtrack by Dan Wentz (DESCENT 2), Allister Brimble (DESCENT 1 REDBOOK), and Jerry Berlongieri (DESCENT 3)
- Epic story by the writer of FREESPACE 2
- Steam Achievements and Leaderboards
- Numerous level challenges including lava, forcefields, enemy turrets, lockdowns, ambushes and secret rooms
- Tobii eye tracking support for secondary weapons, headlight, and UI
- Intense Multiplayer action with up to 8 players
- Customize your ship with modifiers, loadouts, and visual enhancements
- 10 levels for a range of match sizes
- Ranked and private matches with a variety of rules and options
- LAN matches (requires one PC as a dedicated server)
- Virtual Reality support for Oculus and Vive
- Highly customizable and remappable controls
- Supports all major input types: Mouse and KB, Gamepad, or Joystick and KB recommended
- Five difficulty levels ranging from a casual challenge to very punishing
- Speed Run mode and advanced stat-tracking
- Automap and Holo-guide help you navigate the complex levels
- Save anywhere!
- Surround sound audio options
- Custom Level Editor will be released in an update after launch.
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User Reviews
Many people saying "Descent clone" or "Spiritual successor"... FYI: this one was actually made by the devs of the original Descent games - that's why it's so damn good; so in my view, it is a proper successor.
This game feels like a re-mastered version of Descent. If you liked Descent, you'll love this game. The music is so spot-on too; feels like the original. VR implementation is a really nice addition too!
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP SP2+
- Processor: SSE2 instruction set support
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: DX9 (shader model 3.0) or DX11 with feature level 9.3 capabilities
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 8 GB available space
- VR Support: SteamVR or Oculus PC. Keyboard or gamepad required
FAQ
How much does Overload cost?
Overload costs $29.99.
What are the system requirements for Overload?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows XP SP2+ Processor: SSE2 instruction set support Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: DX9 (shader model 3.0) or DX11 with feature level 9.3 capabilities DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 8 GB available space VR Support: SteamVR or Oculus PC. Keyboard or gamepad required
What platforms is Overload available on?
Overload is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is Overload worth buying?
Overload has 100% positive reviews from 4 players. Metacritic score: 74/100.
When was Overload released?
Overload was released on May 31, 2018.
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