Attention Xbox aficionados! Turbo Overkill, the wildly praised cyberpunk first-person shooter, is tearing onto Xbox today, chainsaw leg in tow.
Developed by indie studio Trigger Happy Interactive and brought to you by the iconic Apogee Entertainment, Turbo Overkill is a nostalgic homage to classic shooters like Doom and Quake. It melds their relentless action with swift, modern flair. Step into a neon-lit dystopia named Paradise, where you’ll assume the persona of Johnny Turbo, a cyber-augmented renegade armed with inventive weaponry, a chainsaw leg, and a burning desire for revenge.
What You’ll Encounter in Paradise:
Forget the perfect image of Paradise; this futuristic metropolis is ceaselessly plagued by corporate corruption and rampaging AI fiends. Playing as Johnny, you’ll battle your way through three jam-packed episodes filled with intricate levels, vibrant characters, and uninterrupted mayhem—all running smoothly at 60 FPS.
Highlights of Turbo Overkill:
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Iconic Combat: Arm yourself with over-the-top weapons, ranging from dual magnums to plasma railguns, transforming every skirmish into an epic scene of chaos.
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Kinetic Gameplay: Master wall-runs, double jumps, and airborne chainsaw slides to experience fluid, high-speed battles that foster creative chaos.
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Epic Levels: Conquer environments from neon-clad slums and forsaken arenas to towering corporate skyscrapers and even the expanse of space across Turbo Overkill’s episodes.
- Enhanced for Xbox: Enjoy the super-smooth visuals at 60 FPS on Xbox Series X|S, offering an intensely immersive gaming experience.
Voice Talent: Breathing Life into Paradise
Turbo Overkill features an impressive voice cast that fleshes out its gritty characters, including:
- Patricia Summersett as the fierce bounty hunter Ripper.
- Jon St. John as Johnny’s cheeky AI compatriot, SAMM.
- Gianni Matragrano as the sly and merciless Maw.
- DB Cooper as The Exec, a shadowy TeraTek figure with her own designs.
- Tay Zonday as Dr. Nyx, Johnny’s bio-cybernetic wizard.
Their unparalleled performances inject energy into Turbo Overkill’s riveting plot, making every scene unforgettable.
Thoughts from the Game’s Creators
“Turbo Overkill is truly unique. Sam Prebble put his all into this game, and it shows throughout Paradise. From the brutal combat to the meticulous details, it mirrors his unyielding creativity. As someone who’s always loved shooters, this feels like a dream realized—and seeing it on Xbox is a proud moment.”
—Jeron Moore, Executive Producer, Apogee Entertainment
“This is the game I’ve always wanted—a relentless ride rewarding style, destruction, and inventiveness. Get ready, console players; this might be the fastest shooter you’ve experienced, which is why it’s called Turbo Overkill. Join me on X, and let me know your thoughts!”
—Sam Prebble, Creator of Turbo Overkill
The Soundtrack: A Cyberpunk Symphony
Turbo Overkill’s intense soundtrack pairs seamlessly with its gameplay chaos. Crafted by Chipper Hammond, Nikola Jeremic, and Tim Stoney, the music fuses cyberpunk synths with heavy metal riffs and cinematic tones to amplify every chainsaw slide and daring maneuver.
Available now via Apogee Music, the soundtrack comprises two albums: the “Episode 1 Soundtrack” with nearly two hours of music and the “Soundtrack Selections” album—with more than three hours of tracks. Find these epic tunes on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and Bandcamp. Fans can look forward to albums featuring music from Episodes 2 and 3 soon.
Explore more options at apogeemusic.com.
Turbo Overkill is out now on Xbox. Keep up with @turbo_overkill and @Apogee_Ent on Twitter for the latest news, join the discussion on Discord, and dive into exclusive content on Apogee Entertainment’s YouTube channel.
With its unabashedly brutal action, lightning-quick gameplay, and vibrantly neon world, Turbo Overkill is a thrilling evolution in shooter games. Paradise beckons—are you prepared to take it on?
