Project Overkill

About

Project Overkill is a 1996 PlayStation shooter from Konami that drops you into a galaxy torn apart by corporate betrayal. You play as one of four mercenaries, each with distinct skills, fighting to stop an evil corporation’s plan to wipe out entire planets using alien allies. The camera sits in a fixed isometric angle as you blast, shoot, and blow up anything in your path across large environments. Missions mix stealthy infiltration and all-out carnage, whether you’re sneaking through labs or wading into blood-soaked alien war zones. The game leans into pure action, with a focus on weapon variety and chaotic firefights. The 50+ levels include secret areas that hint at deeper story threads, though the real draw is the sheer variety of settings and combat scenarios. Each character’s abilities shift the approach slightly, but the core loop remains fast-paced and aggressive. With its straightforward mission design and focus on explosive set pieces, it carved a niche among early 90s shooters. The PlayStation port added refined controls and smoother visuals compared to earlier versions, helping it stand out in its era.