Hey Xbox fans, the wait is over! The much-anticipated, critically lauded cyberpunk FPS, Turbo Overkill, is now here to fire up your systems and kick off some serious gaming action.
Straight from the creative minds at indie developer Trigger Happy Interactive and the iconic Apogee Entertainment, Turbo Overkill is a dazzling homage to classic shooters like Doom and Quake. This game fuses old-school adrenaline with cutting-edge panache to deliver a heart-pounding journey through the gritty, neon-soaked streets of Paradise. You’ll step into the boots of Johnny Turbo, a cybernetic powerhouse with a killer chainsaw leg and a downright dangerous arsenal, looking to settle old scores in a city teeming with chaos.
Welcome to Paradise – A World of Mayhem
Paradise may have once been a haven, but now it’s a sprawling urban jungle thriving on corporate greed and malfunctioning AIs gone rogue. As Johnny Turbo, you’ll gear up to blast through three massive episodes, each filled to the brim with complex environments, memorable characters, and unrelenting battles—all running at a seamless 60 FPS.
What Sets Turbo Overkill Apart:
Unforgettable Combat: Arm yourself with an impressive array of weaponry, from dual magnums to plasma railguns, and turn every fight into a visceral experience.
Dynamic Gameplay: Engage in wall-running, double jumps, and aerial chainsaw slides for fast-paced, fluid combat that rewards innovative carnage.
Expansive Levels: Navigate through neon-lit ghettos, forsaken arenas, towering skyscrapers, and even venture into space in Turbo Overkill’s three epic stories.
Optimized for Xbox: Experience enhanced visuals and smooth gameplay on Xbox Series X|S, making every action feel as immersive as it is intense.
Diverse Voices Breathing Life into Paradise
The standout voice talent in Turbo Overkill adds layers to its electrifying narrative:
- Patricia Summersett (known from Zelda series) voices Ripper, the mysterious bounty hunter.
- Jon St. John (Duke Nukem’s legendary voice) adds sarcasm through SAMM, Johnny’s AI sidekick.
- Gianni Matragrano lends his voice to Maw, the devious antagonist.
- DB Cooper voices The Exec, an enigmatic executive at TeraTek.
- Tay Zonday brings character to Dr. Nyx, Johnny’s tech-savvy surgeon.
Their performances imbue each character with personality, making every interaction as memorable as the action itself.
From the Creators’ Perspective
"Making Turbo Overkill was a labor of love, meticulously crafted down to the last detail. We’ve infused this game with the energy and creativity that inspire us," says Jeron Moore, Executive Producer at Apogee Entertainment. "As a longtime fan of shooters, I’m thrilled it’s finally on Xbox.”
Creator Sam Prebble adds, "Turbo Overkill embodies speed, style, and relentless action, the game I always longed to play. I can’t wait for console players to hit the throttle. Join me on social media, and tell me what you think!"
Soundtrack: A Symphony of Cyberpunk
Turbo Overkill’s epic soundtrack, a collaboration between Chipper Hammond, Nikola Jeremic, and Tim Stoney, pulses with cyberpunk synths and heavy metal riffs, pumping energy into each daring move. The soundtrack, divided into distinct albums, is currently available on major streaming platforms, with more volumes on the way to keep the beat alive.
For more details, check out apogeemusic.com. Turbo Overkill is live on Xbox, and you can follow @turbo_overkill and @Apogee_Ent on Twitter, join the community on Discord, or explore exclusive content on Apogee’s YouTube channel.
Turbo Overkill blends over-the-top action, fast-paced mechanics, and a colorful dystopian setting into a shooter experience unlike any other. Paradise is crying out for a hero—are you ready to take on the challenge?
