OPERATOR

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OPERATOR is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by VECTOR INTERACTIVE PTY LTD and was released on August 1, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"OPERATOR is a single-player and multiplayer co-op role-playing game, offering a tactical shooter experience with realistic weapon handling and environmental interactions. The game encourages teamwork, as going solo against enemies can be deadly. Despite its awesome graphics and humor, OPERATOR is missing some optimization and has several bugs."

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,557 reviews

gameplay63 positive mentions

stability105 negative mentions

The game features extensive weapon customization, allowing players to modify their firearms in great detail.
The gunplay is satisfying and realistic, providing an immersive experience for players.
The developer is active in the community, frequently updating the game and addressing bugs.

The game is currently plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, making it difficult to play.
There is a lack of content, with only a few maps available, leading to repetitive gameplay.
The AI behavior is inconsistent, often resulting in either being overly aggressive or completely oblivious to the player's presence.

gameplay
211 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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62%
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The gameplay of the game is characterized by its emphasis on realism and tactical mechanics, featuring advanced gun customization, unique weapon handling, and immersive movement systems. However, many players have noted significant issues with clunky mechanics, particularly regarding door interactions and AI behavior, which detract from the overall experience. While the game shows potential with its innovative features and solid gunplay, it remains in a rough state that requires further refinement and content expansion to fully realize its ambitions.
- “Only the first-person tactical shooter I've played that models next-gen thermal and night vision goggles, which combined with the excellent laser/customization features, canted/lean mechanics, and muzzle orientation mechanics makes the gunplay one of the best out there.”
- “Operator offers an interesting take on the first-person tactical realism shooter genre with solid gunplay, realistic gore, and impressive weapon manipulation mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is gritty and realistic, and while it can be hard to get the hang of, it provides a rewarding experience for players who value strategy and teamwork over mindless run-and-gun gameplay.”
- “The fact that the game is hard is great—and it should be—but having to throw four grenades just to kill them all (because the new suppressing fire mechanic makes it impossible to see anything) feels extremely unrealistic.”
- “I really tried to give it a chance, but the numerous technical and gameplay issues were so bad that I couldn't justify playing it anymore.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly slow but that's not because it's methodical; you just move at a snail's pace.”
story
140 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
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The game's story aspect is currently minimal, with many users noting the lack of a cohesive narrative or campaign structure, as it primarily consists of a few standalone missions. Players express a desire for more content, including additional missions and a deeper storyline, which could enhance the overall experience. While the tactical gameplay is praised, the limited mission variety and bugs detract from the potential for a compelling narrative.
- “The dynamic weather and day-night cycle further enhance the feeling of being on a real battlefield, where every mission feels like a true test of your tactical acumen and survival instincts.”
- “In Operator, you take on the role of a skilled special forces operative who is tasked with completing a series of challenging missions. From rescuing hostages to eliminating enemy targets, each mission presents a unique challenge that will test your skills and strategic thinking.”
- “Immersive storyline: dive into a gripping narrative that unravels the mysteries of the post-apocalyptic world and your character's role in it.”
- “The game is very realistic, but only two of the five missions in the game are actually completable by yourself.”
- “Right now it's just a few missions, and when you're done with one, you most likely stop playing because apart from different maps, there's not much more after that.”
- “I absolutely love this game, but unfortunately, the last big update removed the many missions this game had, making it get very boring very quickly after playing the only two missions currently available to us.”
graphics
133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the realistic visuals and detailed gun customization, while others criticize the optimization and performance issues, leading to poor frame rates even on high-end PCs. Some players find the graphics beautiful and immersive, while others describe them as dated or subpar, indicating a need for further updates and improvements. Overall, the game's visual appeal is acknowledged, but significant graphical and optimization challenges remain.
- “The graphics, animations, and gun customization/gunplay are all pretty nice.”
- “Very fun, the graphics are amazing and the detail of the guns and the attachments are crazy.”
- “Operator is a great game; the devs put a lot of work into the game and graphics.”
- “The graphics are meh, very dated, and so is just about everything.”
- “The game looks bad, runs bad even on a 4080 with an i9 13900k and is just full of jank, graphical anomalies, empty maps, stupid AI, etc. I know it's a young dev making this game, but that doesn't excuse putting something like this out to market in this state.”
- “Graphics are terrible even as I am rocking the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro, which is a decent laptop in my books.”
stability
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and performance issues, particularly in its early access state. While many acknowledge the potential for improvement and find the gameplay enjoyable despite these flaws, the overall consensus is that the game is currently too buggy and unpolished to recommend for serious play. Frequent updates from the developers are noted, but players are advised to wait for further refinements before fully engaging with the game.
- “The game is a buggy, glitchy mess in its current state; the idea is there, but the development isn't. I would recommend waiting.”
- “It's still buggy and very laggy even on a good graphics card.”
- “The game is unplayable with how buggy and slow it is, and the UI is non-existent and buggy. In the half hour I played, I didn't even get into a game I could play.”
optimization
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including framerate drops and crashes, even on high-end hardware. While some updates have shown improvement, the overall consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized and requires substantial work to enhance performance and stability. Despite its potential and engaging gameplay, many reviewers recommend waiting for further optimization before purchasing.
- “So much customizability and decent performance if you have a mid-tier PC.”
- “If the developer continues refining the experience — tightening optimization, expanding maps, and pushing for even grittier combat and better death animations — the game could easily become the definitive close-quarters tactical shooter.”
- “I feel like when this game gets patched up with better optimization and more content, it will be well worth your time and money.”
- “Optimization still needs attention — framerate drops are noticeable at times, and even on good hardware, things can get choppy.”
- “This game has a lot of potential, but is currently very poorly optimized!”
- “It's poorly optimized; any time a gunfight occurs, frames drop with every shot.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players finding entertainment in its chaotic and buggy nature, often leading to unexpected laughter from glitches and absurd voice lines. The mix of dark humor, such as horrific death dialogues, and lighthearted elements like redneck accents and funny AI interactions contribute to a uniquely comedic experience. While some aspects may be considered "hilariously bad," the overall consensus is that the humor enhances the enjoyment, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “The chaos makes it surprisingly entertaining, and it’s easy to lose track of time laughing at everything that goes wrong.”
- “Somali pirates with redneck accents; hilarious!”
- “Absolutely hilarious voice acting on the 'clean house' op.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the absence of microtransactions and DLC, while others criticize it as a "cash grab" that feels unfinished and plagued by bugs. Many users express frustration over technical issues, particularly with weapon customization and AI behavior, leading to a perception that the game is not worth its price. Overall, the sentiment leans towards disappointment, suggesting that the game's monetization strategy may not align with its current quality.
- “I like that there are no microtransactions or DLC.”
- “So uhh yeah screw this tech demo cash grab”
- “Feels like a cash grab that will stay in early access hell.”
- “The chance of you taking your time to rework this game with risk in mind instead of just hoping to get your selfish cash grab is about .08%.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort. Many find the controls cumbersome and the overall experience tedious, with issues like unchangeable keybindings and bugs further complicating the grind. Overall, the grinding aspect is viewed as a major drawback that detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The controls are very lackluster; having to hit Shift+T to rack your weapon is extremely tedious, and you can't even change that keybind, which is frustrating because I use Shift for crouch.”
- “Needs some serious bug fixing; animations are choppy and kind of wonky, the operator customization room is buggy, and the fact I can't save my loadout between rounds is tedious.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is currently limited due to a restricted map pool and rudimentary gameplay mechanics. However, some players find it enjoyable and unique enough to warrant repeated play, especially for those who appreciate its specific niche. While improvements are needed, the game still offers a degree of replayability for dedicated fans.
- “The gameplay is fairly rudimentary right now, but the mechanics are unique, and I find the game replayable as this scratches the 'SOF enthusiast' itch like no other game I've played (including Arma 3, Reforger, RON, and GB).”
- “Ground Branch is better in general, but this game has replayability when you're looking for house cleaning.”
- “I would definitely recommend this game, and even though there is some limited replayability at this stage, I can still enjoy it a lot.”
- “The map pool is also limited right now, which makes replayability a bit short.”
- “There's very little replayability at the moment.”
- “The gameplay is fairly rudimentary right now, but the mechanics are unique and I find the game replayable as this scratches the 'SOF enthusiast' itch like no other game I've played (including Arma 3, Reforger, Ron, and GB).”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its raw intensity, enhanced by dim lighting, realistic sound effects, and a palpable tension during firefights. Players appreciate the authentic feel of the weapons and the immersive environment, which collectively draw them into the experience.
- “The overall atmosphere of the game — the dim lighting, the echo of gunfire, and the feeling of tension before clearing a room — gives it a raw intensity that Ground Branch doesn’t always capture.”
- “The firefights have weight, the weapons feel authentic, and the atmosphere draws you in.”
- “Great realism, including the way you enter combat, the atmosphere, and the ambient sounds are well done.”
- “The overall atmosphere of the game — the dim lighting, the echo of gunfire, the feeling of tension before clearing a room — gives it a raw intensity that Ground Branch doesn’t always capture.”
- “Great realism, including the way you enter combat and the atmosphere, and the ambient sounds are well done.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its enjoyable and engaging soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience alongside other elements like AI, customization, and graphics. Players find it adds a fun layer to the gameplay.
- “The AI, customization, gunplay, controls, UI, optimization, soundtrack, map design, and graphics all come together to create an amazing experience.”
- “It's really fun and enjoyable listening to the music.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “The music doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The audio mixing is off, with sound effects overpowering the music, making it difficult to appreciate the score.”