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Overload

A new six-degree-of-freedom shooter with intuitive controls, amazing lighting and graphics. From the creators of Descent, Overload is the best zero-gravity robot-blasting combat ever.

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Developer
Revival Productions, LLC
Publisher
Revival Productions, LLC
Release
May 31, 2018
8 years and 64 days ago
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Very Positive2,148 reviews94.1%

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About the Game

Revival Productions is proud to present the ultimate 6-degree-of-freedom shooter, OVERLOAD, from the creators of the classic game Descent. Overload combines intense action with awesome graphics and effects to create the ultimate zero-gravity shooter. Overload features an engaging single-player story campaign, intense survival mode, online multiplayer, VR support, and a variety of customization options to give the player an intense experience with a high degree of replayability. Destroy robots, rescue survivors, blow up the reactor, and escape before the whole thing explodes!


  • 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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