Each stage ends with a boss inspired by Tarot cards , including Judgment , The Hierophant , The Tower , Strength , and the return of the Magician . Gameplay Innovations

The game moves automatically; players focus entirely on aiming and shooting enemies.

Rescuing civilians often yields bonus health (represented by torches), while failing to save them or shooting them yourself results in health loss. Cultural Legacy and Modern Remakes The House of the Dead 2

Developed by Sega’s AM1 division, it was the first game to utilize the Sega NAOMI arcade board. This hardware allowed for 6 million polygons per second, providing visuals that were revolutionary for the time.