Hey Xbox fans, brace yourselves—Turbo Overkill, the cybernetic fever dream of a shooter adored by critics, is tearing onto your consoles today with the kind of energy that’ll have you revving up alongside Johnny Turbo himself.
Crafted by the nimble hands at Trigger Happy Interactive and brought to you by the iconic Apogee Entertainment, Turbo Overkill channels the spirit of retro classics like Doom and Quake. It takes their frenetic pace and injects a hefty dose of modern flair. Dive headfirst into Paradise, a gritty, neon-lit future where our protagonist, Johnny Turbo, a cyborg anti-hero with a chainsaw for a leg, embarks on an explosive quest for vengeance.
Welcome to Paradise
But hold your breath—Paradise is anything but idyllic. This sprawling, futuristic metropolis is a hellscape of corporate greed and rogue AI nightmares. You’ll guide Johnny Turbo through sprawling episodic adventures packed to the brim with mind-bending stages, unforgettable NPCs, and gutsy action—all delivered at a butter-smooth 60 FPS.
Turbo Overkill’s Standout Features:
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Iconic Combat: Arm yourself with outlandishly powerful weapons, from dual magnums to the devastating plasma railgun, turning every battle into a spectacularly violent masterpiece.
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Kinetic Gameplay: Master wall-runs, leap into the skies with double jumps, and slide with your deadly chainsaw leg—all adding up to a whirlwind of creativity in battle.
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Epic Levels: Conquer the neon-drenched slums, forsaken arenas, towering corporate buildings, and venture even into the cosmic abyss in its three substantial episodes.
- Optimized for Xbox: Take full advantage of the Xbox Series X|S, with eye-popping visuals and the sort of immersive, seamless experience you crave.
A Cast with Personality
Inhabiting this chaotic world is a host of characters given life by a top-tier voice cast:
- Patricia Summersett lends her voice to Ripper, a bounty hunter with a past as mysterious as her motives.
- Jon St. John as SAMM, Johnny’s wisecracking AI partner.
- Gianni Matragrano as Maw, the relentless and sharp-witted antagonist.
- D.B. Cooper voices The Exec, plotting from within the halls of TeraTek.
- Dr. Nyx, Johnny’s tech-savvy surgeon, played by Tay Zonday.
These voice performances make each story beat a pulse-quickening experience, ensuring memories of your digital rampage last long after the battles end.
Insights from the Minds Behind
“Turbo Overkill is more than just another game—it’s a labor of love. Creator Sam Prebble’s dedication has poured life into every bit of Paradise’s chaotic beauty. It’s gritty, it’s fast—it’s everything we dreamed of growing up on shooters, finally here on Xbox,” gushes Jeron Moore, Executive Producer at Apogee.
Meanwhile, Sam Prebble himself adds, “This isn’t just the game I made—it’s what I’ve always wanted to play, full of speed, flair, and utter chaos. Console gamers, buckle up, because this ride doesn’t hold back. Who’s ready to dive into Turbo Overkill and push boundaries like never before?”
An Electrifying Soundtrack
Every chainsaw slide and insane aerial maneuver in Turbo Overkill is accompanied by a soundtrack that matches its intensity. With compositions from Chipper Hammond, Nikola Jeremic, and Tim Stoney, expect an exhilarating blend of cyberpunk melodies, heavy metal crunch, and epic ambiances to drive your adrenaline through the roof.
The soundtrack is available on multiple platforms like Spotify and Apple Music—ideal for capturing the essence of the game, even when you’re off the controller. With Episode 2 and 3’s soundtracks rolling out soon, there’s plenty more aural mayhem on the horizon.
Turbo Overkill isn’t just a return to old-school shooter glory—it’s its next evolution, ramping up the chaos, speed, and style with every frame. Now live on Xbox, it’s time to dive in. Ready to take on Paradise and clean up in style? Jump in, dial up the action, and make your mark.
