The need to switch between three different playable characters in order to solve certain puzzles was often cited as one of "OverBlood"s most interesting aspects. Some also praised the story. The game was reviewed by "GameFan Magazine", where the game's previously rumored similarities to "Resident Evil" were dismissed and strong comparisons drawn instead to "Doctor Hauzer" for which "Overblood" (created by the same development team) serves as a spiritual successor. The game was criticized for the appearance of the characters, their unrealistic movements, and the overall plot, and the game received low marks for play mechanics and controls. IGN stated, ""OverBlood" attempts to recreate the moodiness and horror of "Resident Evil" but never quite succeeds." Crispin Boyer of "Electronic Gaming Monthly" made the same unfavorable comparison to "Resident Evil", but concluded more positively: "That's OK, because "Overblood" is still an engrossing adventure ... that packs a solid mix of puzzles and exploration." "Next Generation", by contradiction, stated that "Despite the excellent graphics, the game just can't hold a player's interest. "OverBlood" could've used a little more action and a lot less wandering around."