Operation swat
- January 26, 2017
- WhackAKey Games
Get on Steam"Operation Swat" is a cinematic space shooter where you lead a 3-member SWAT team to rescue hostages in suburban areas. Each team member has a unique weapon, and you can command them individually to help take down enemies. Gain points from killing enemies to retrieve better weapons and rescue all hostages by bringing them to the safe zone. Use flashbangs and grenades strategically to gain an advantage.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features realistic visuals that enhance immersion and create a believable world.
- Tactical gameplay requires careful planning and strategic thinking, adding depth to the experience.
- The sound design is immersive, with realistic audio effects that contribute to the overall atmosphere.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and performance problems that disrupt gameplay.
- There is a steep learning curve, making it complex for new players to master the various tactics and mechanics.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive due to limited variety in missions and environments.
- graphics13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag; while some players praise the realistic visuals that enhance immersion and tactical gameplay, others criticize the lack of customization options and low-quality graphics that resemble a cartoonish style. Overall, opinions vary significantly, with some considering the visuals superior to other titles, while others find them disappointing and unrefined.
“The game features realistic visuals that enhance immersion.”
“Operation SWAT excels with its tactical gameplay, realistic visuals, and immersive sound design.”
“This is honestly the best game I have ever played; its graphics are superior to Battlefield 1, the best tactical FPS game ever to exist!”
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
“Starts the game up, the graphics look like a cartoon, the configuration doesn't work, you die in one shot; this game is not even worth it, even for free!”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its tactical elements that require strategic planning, while others criticize it for being one-dimensional and repetitive. Players have noted issues with clunky mechanics, poor level design, and unresponsive AI, leading to a frustrating experience overall. Despite its potential for tactical depth, many feel that the execution falls short, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
“Operation SWAT offers solid tactical gameplay that requires careful planning and strategic thinking.”
“The game can be complex for new players, and mastering the various tactics and mechanics may take time.”
“Operation SWAT excels with its tactical gameplay, realistic visuals, and immersive sound design.”
“Gameplay is a bit one-dimensional as well, not much to do.”
“The gameplay can start to feel repetitive after a while, as missions may not offer enough diversity.”
“Clunky, unpolished gameplay married to badly mismatched store assets accompany terrible level design and zero optimization for this trash.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is criticized for its limited variety in missions and environments, leading to a repetitive gameplay experience. While the challenging AI adds strategic depth, many players feel that the overall narrative is either non-existent or underdeveloped, with some likening it to games that prioritize gameplay over storytelling.
“The challenging AI adds a layer of depth, making each mission engaging and strategic.”
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Epic story.”
“The gameplay can start to feel repetitive after a while, as missions may not offer enough diversity.”
“However, the steep learning curve and limited variety in missions can be drawbacks.”
“This game has no story.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for significant technical issues, including bugs and poor performance, making it difficult to play even on relatively powerful hardware. Users have specifically noted problems like excessive motion blur and a lack of effective optimization.
“The annoying motion blur and apparent lack of optimization makes this game hardly playable.”
“The annoying motion blur and (apparently) non-existent optimization makes this game hardly playable.”
“Personally, I encountered some technical issues, including occasional bugs and performance problems.”
“The performance of the game on my machine was poor: 4GHz processor, 16GB RAM, 2x GTX 980 Ti.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and relaxing, providing a calming experience that enhances the overall atmosphere. Players appreciate its ability to create a sense of peace and well-being during gameplay.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“[0.1] Sound & music”
“~ Music ~”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it repeatedly without losing interest.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“Every run feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
“The game offers a linear experience with no real variations in outcomes, which severely limits its replayability.”
“After finishing the main storyline, I found myself with no desire to replay it. The side quests felt repetitive and uninspired.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is heavily influenced by immersive sound design, including gunfire, footsteps, and radio chatter, which collectively enhance the game's tension and realism.
“The haunting music and ambient sounds create an immersive experience that pulls you into the game world.”
“The detailed environments and dynamic weather effects enhance the sense of realism and tension throughout the gameplay.”
“The sounds of gunfire, footsteps, and radio chatter contribute to the overall atmosphere.”
“The environment feels lifeless and lacks any real sense of immersion.”
“The lighting is too harsh, making it difficult to appreciate the details of the surroundings.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for being poor, with users noting a lack of damage indicators and the absence of ads, suggesting that the monetization strategy may be ineffective or non-existent.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that experiencing complete freezes on their computers is an acceptable occurrence, suggesting a level of tolerance for stability issues within the game.
“If your computer completely freezes at some point, it's okay.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and random disconnections during gameplay.”
