Dead Head Fred

Strangely, this doesn't revolve around following a certain jam band around on tour. Instead, you're a private eye who wears his enemies' heads to gain their powers.

Genre: Action
Release date: Aug 28, 2007
Published by: D3Publisher of America
Developed by: Vicious Cycle


Screenshots updated Aug 29, 2007
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ESRB Rating
Dead Head Fred is rated:
Mature
Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Mature Humor, Strong Language
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