First of all: We played it because the game was included in Xbox Game Pass.

And with that in mind, this game is a solid experience. We played it in Split-Screen coop mode and it's actually a lot of fun. (we are now around 6.5h into it and we'll keep playing)

What is this game?
A turn-based, tactical shooter with a nice science vs. zombies-/ghosts-/other horror creatures-setting. You run around and plan ahead, then you shoot down enemies or heal yourself and so on.
It's quite similar to Mario & Rabbids, although that one is cuter in my opinion.

Research and Destroy offers some nice battles and it's perfect for some calm hours of gameplay.
There are some downsides too it, but overall I'd say:
+ local coop
+ nice concept
+ lots of weapons and upgrades
+ fun to play once you get the rhythm and style of it
+ funny presentation

- meh graphics
- average strategy options
- lifeless levels and buildings

And if we keep in mind the first sentence of this review? That's right, we just had it in Game Pass and for that it's more than fine!
Just try it and if you like it (like us), the there are quite some hours you can put into it.