Operation Sniff

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"Operation Sniff" is a nostalgic, top-down arcade game where you play as a detective dog sniffing out clues to solve mysteries. Use your powerful sense of smell to track down suspects, uncover hidden items, and follow scent trails to gather evidence. With various levels and challenges, test your investigative skills and bring the culprits to justice in this entertaining and engaging adventure.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game can be fun when played with friends, providing hours of mindless entertainment.
Some players appreciate the creative concept and find the gameplay amusing despite its flaws.
The developer is responsive and helpful, which enhances the overall experience for players.

The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to high resource usage and bugs that detract from the experience.
Many players find the content lacking, with no engaging plot or sufficient gameplay variety.
Singleplayer mode is limited and often frustrating, making it less enjoyable compared to multiplayer.

story
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The game's story revolves around the dynamic between a dog and its owner, with missions that can initially seem challenging but ultimately provide a humorous experience. Players express a strong engagement with the story mode, particularly enjoying the cliffhanger ending, and are eager for further development and bug fixes as the game is still in early access.
- “The story mode is something I got into and literally wanted more when it got to the cliffhanger.”
- “The story mode is something I got into and literally wanted more when it got to the cliff-hanger.”
- “Given that the game is still raw and is in early access, I am waiting for bug fixes, continuation of the plot, and I hope that the game will not die and I'll still have time to play it with my friends.”
- “Although especially one of the first missions seems kind of impossible at first, eventually you'll make it and it's pretty funny altogether.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some users criticizing the object finder tasks for poor graphics and execution, while others praise the smooth mechanics and engaging destruction elements. Overall, there are standout mentions of innovative and enjoyable gameplay experiences that suggest potential for lasting impact.
- “The graphics are flawless, the gameplay is smooth.”
- “Truly ground-breaking gameplay for years to come.”
- “Fantastic gameplay, love destroying stuff and getting beaten by humans.”
- “Object finder tasks in 3D with bad graphics and gameplay.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are described as simple and lacking in quality, particularly in 3D object-finding tasks, which detracts from the overall experience. However, some users note that the graphics are flawless and complement smooth gameplay, indicating a mixed reception.
- “The graphics are flawless, the gameplay is smooth.”
- “The graphics are very simplistic and lack detail.”
- “The 3D object finder tasks suffer from poor graphics and gameplay.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is generally appreciated, particularly in multiplayer mode where playing with a friend can lead to amusing moments, despite the dead multiplayer scene. While some missions may initially seem challenging, they ultimately provide a humorous experience, especially when accompanied by the game's numerous bugs, which are seen as both frustrating and funny. However, the single-player experience lacks the same comedic appeal.
- “The game is kind of funny; the multiplayer is dead, but if you have a friend, you can have some fun with that.”
- “Although especially one of the first missions seems kind of impossible at first, eventually you'll make it, and it's pretty funny altogether.”
- “And also bugs, bugs, bugs, and all of them are terrible but funny.”
- “The humor in singleplayer mode falls flat compared to the multiplayer experience.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land for me.”
- “The attempts at humor felt forced and often missed the mark.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is often noted for its immersive quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players appreciate the sound design, which complements the visuals and narrative effectively. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the singleplayer mode is highly praised for its intense and frightening qualities, effectively immersing players in a chilling experience.
- “The singleplayer experience is incredibly scary and immersive, creating a truly atmospheric environment.”
- “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing players into its eerie world.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to an intense atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is perceived as potentially enjoyable and visually appealing, but it suffers from significant bugs that hinder gameplay and user understanding.
- “Although I feel like it can be a fun game (it looks fresh), it's really buggy and I don't know what I'm doing.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy.”
- “I encountered multiple glitches that completely broke my gameplay experience.”