Sega House Of The Dead Scarlet Dawn SDLX

Three-dimensional zombie figures press outward from the cabinet walls. Color-changing lights shift the shadows between plays.

Overview

House of the Dead: Scarlet Dawn SDLX is Sega's super deluxe two-player light-gun cabinet, built around a 55-inch HD screen and Unreal Engine 4 graphics running on dedicated hardware. The cabinet is a physical attraction in its own right — 3D-moulded zombie figures on the exterior, interactive colour-changing LEDs, and five built-in sensory systems that fire in sync with gameplay to produce a full-body horror experience across five missions.

Key Features

3D-Moulded Horror Cabinet Exterior

The cabinet shell uses three-dimensional moulding to create the appearance of zombies pushing through the surface. Colour-changing LED lighting shifts across the moulded figures, producing shadow movement that changes the cabinet's appearance between plays and from different approach angles.

Five-Dimensional Sensory System

Five physical systems inside the cabinet fire in sync with on-screen events: a 5.1-channel surround sound system with subwoofer, a high-specification bass shaker, an air cannon, spot LED lights, and the controller's vibration mechanism. Each system targets a different physical sense, producing a coordinated response to gameplay moments rather than a single audio-visual effect.

Unreal Engine 4 on Dedicated Hardware

The game runs Unreal Engine 4 on purpose-built dedicated hardware — not a general-purpose PC. Character models, zombie animations, and environment geometry render at the detail level the engine is capable of, without the frame-rate concessions that shared hardware typically produces.

Vibration-Feedback Light Gun Controller

The controller is lightweight and uses internal vibration technology to simulate recoil with each shot. The physical feedback is timed to the shot event on screen, so the sensation corresponds directly to on-screen fire rather than a continuous ambient rumble.

Five Game Missions, One or Two Players

The game contains five missions. One or two players can compete simultaneously at the same cabinet, with each player operating an independent controller and tracking their own score through the mission progression.

How It Plays

Each player picks up a lightweight vibration gun and shoots on-screen zombies across five sequential missions, with the controller kicking back on every shot. At the same moment, the bass shaker fires through the cabinet floor, the air cannon pulses, and the spot LEDs shift — five physical systems responding to the same on-screen event simultaneously. From outside the cabinet, bystanders see the exterior zombie figures lit by colour-shifting LEDs and hear the directional 5.1 surround audio, which carries well across the floor.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

Dual-Voltage Power Supply

The cabinet runs on either 110V or 220V at a fixed 1,386W draw. The same unit works on standard North American circuits and on higher-voltage venue circuits — no external transformer required for either configuration.

Ships in Three Discrete Crates

The assembled unit exceeds 1,100 lbs, but it ships broken into three crates — cabinet front, cabinet rear, and top header — each under 500 lbs. Standard lift-gate and dock equipment handles each crate individually, and each piece fits through a standard commercial doorway.

Self-Contained Sensory Hardware

All five sensory systems — subwoofer, bass shaker, air cannon, spot LEDs, and controller vibration — are integrated inside the cabinet. No external speaker stacks, no separate amplifier racks, and no add-on hardware are required to deliver the full experience. The unit installs as a single electrical connection.

Exterior Active During Idle

The 3D-moulded zombie exterior and colour-cycling LEDs remain active whether the game is in play or sitting idle between plays. The cabinet functions as its own floor signage without requiring a separate marquee, topper, or attract-screen supplement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many players can use the House of the Dead Scarlet Dawn SDLX at once?

The cabinet supports one or two players simultaneously, each with an independent vibration light-gun controller. Both players progress through the same five missions, tracking individual scores on the 55-inch shared display.

What power supply does the House of the Dead Scarlet Dawn SDLX require?

The unit operates on either 110V at 12.6 amps or 220V at 6.3 amps, with a total draw of 1,386 watts on either configuration. No external transformer is required for standard North American 110V venues.

How does the Scarlet Dawn SDLX ship, and what are the assembled dimensions?

The cabinet ships in three separate crates — front section, rear section, and top header — with the heaviest individual crate at 482 lbs. Assembled, the unit measures 57 inches wide by 85 inches deep by 91 inches tall and weighs 1,124 lbs.

What sensory systems are built into the Scarlet Dawn SDLX cabinet?

Five systems are integrated inside the cabinet: a 5.1-channel surround sound system with subwoofer, a high-specification bass shaker, an air cannon, spot LED lights, and the per-controller vibration mechanism. All five are included in the base unit and require no external hardware.

Ideal Placement

The Scarlet Dawn SDLX fits family entertainment centers, large arcade venues, and trampoline parks where floor space accommodates the 57 x 85 inch footprint and ceiling clearance meets the 91-inch assembled height. The horror theme and adult-oriented gameplay also suit movie theater lobbies, bowling center arcades, and bar or tavern game rooms seeking a licensed-title attraction on the floor.

Shipping & Setup

We offer flexible freight delivery options, including curbside and lift-gate services. Shipping costs and timing are calculated at checkout based on your location and requirements.

Warranty & Support

Your purchase includes a standard manufacturer warranty and access to technical support to ensure long-term performance and uptime.

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