SCP Operations

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SCP Operations is a single player role playing game. It was developed by LUXO Interactive and was released on May 14, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"SCP Operations" is a turn-based tactical game where you lead a team of agents from the SCP Foundation, exploring various locations to uncover secrets while engaging in combat against the Chaos Insurgency. Customize your squad's abilities, weapons, and equipment, and use strategic thinking to overcome challenges in this enigmatic world. Delve into the shadows of the SCP Foundation and experience intense battles in immersive environments.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews

story9 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable and has a lot of potential, especially for fans of the SCP universe.
For its low price, the game offers a fun experience with a decent story and some entertaining moments.
The turn-based tactical combat system is solid, and the graphics are surprisingly good for an indie game.

The game is very short and lacks content, with only a few missions and limited replayability.
Gameplay is overly simplistic and easy, making it feel less challenging and engaging.
There are numerous technical issues and design flaws, such as poor AI, lack of key bindings, and a spartan UI.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
68%
8%
The game's story is generally considered entertaining but lacks depth, with players expressing a desire for more missions and lore development. While the initial missions provide a mysterious narrative backdrop, the overall plot feels sparse and somewhat disconnected from the gameplay. Despite these shortcomings, many players appreciate the game's concept and enjoy the SCP-themed elements, hoping for future updates to enhance the story experience.
- “I found the general story and little information bits you could pick up around very entertaining and enjoyable to find.”
- “I would still very much recommend this to those who like SCP content, and enjoy just kind of soaking in an entertaining story with the occasional simplistic combat scenario thrown in, with a bit of exploring.”
- “Still an enjoyable game that tells a decent story.”
- “Story is kinda bland and the lore isn't really dug into all that much, but this has the bones of a good game that could be turned into something much better.”
- “Lack of story.”
- “There's a side mission to exterminate [redacted: 1] from a location that has nothing to do with the plot, other than occurring immediately after and in the same place as the previous mission.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The gameplay is generally appreciated for its solid fundamental mechanics and engaging concept, but it suffers from a lack of polish and logical consistency, particularly in tactical scenarios. Players express disappointment over the absence of unique features, such as shotguns firing in a cone, and note that the game does not fully deliver on its potential, especially regarding enemy interactions and the expected SCP elements. Overall, while the tactical gameplay has promise, it feels underdeveloped and lacking in depth.
- “I love the concept, I love the gameplay; however, I haven't seen much of SCP fights or anything like that. The only thing of SCP I've seen was the one in the India mission (not spoiling it) and the red lake, but other than that, it's more of a tactical game.”
- “Solid fundamental mechanics.”
- “Well, for that price, I certainly don't expect a high-end experience like 'X-Com', the current versions of 'Wasteland' or 'Jagged Alliance', but a game like this should have certain basic rules and features both in terms of gameplay and all around.”
- “The fact that this did not change for another enemy who was standing directly behind the smoke screen in the line of fire finally showed me that they certainly did not invest any time or money in programming such logical and important things for a shooting-based tactical RPG into the physics and gameplay of the game.”
- “I love the concept, I love the gameplay; however, I haven't seen much of SCP fights or anything like that. The only thing of SCP I've seen was the one in the India mission (not spoiling it) and the Red Lake, but other than that, it's more of a tactical game.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
28%
29%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players find them surprisingly good for the price and appreciate certain scenic moments, others criticize them as ugly and reminiscent of older titles. Overall, the visuals seem to evoke a sense of nostalgia for some, but fail to impress others, particularly in terms of animation and detail.
- “I think the graphics are more than fine, and there are some moments in the game where the scenery was actually pretty cool to witness.”
- “The graphics are surprisingly good considering the price point.”
- “On the one hand, my first impression was that it could be an approach like the old 3D successors of Jagged Alliance II, such as 7.62 High Calibre, at least judging by the graphics.”
- “Graphics are ugly as some SCPs, exploration is very tedious, the tactical aspect barely exists, the gunplay and animations don't give any satisfaction from playing, and the leveling up system is too shallow.”
- “On the one hand, my first impression was that it could be an approach like the old 3D successors of 'Jagged Alliance II', such as '7.62 High Calibre', at least judging by the graphics.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is considered short and somewhat lacking in replayability, though players still find it enjoyable and are eager for future updates. Suggestions for enhancing replayability include features like image imports.
- “Even allowing players to import images into the game would be cool and maybe add some more replayability.”
- “It is short and lacks a bit of replayability, but I still think this game is great and can't wait to see more of it.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unsatisfying, citing poor graphics, lackluster exploration, minimal tactical depth, and a shallow leveling system that fails to engage. Overall, the experience is marred by unfulfilling gunplay and animations.
- “The leveling up system is too shallow, making the grinding feel pointless and unfulfilling.”
- “Exploration is very tedious, which adds to the grind and makes it feel like a chore rather than an adventure.”
- “The gunplay and animations don't provide any satisfaction from playing, further diminishing the enjoyment of grinding.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express disappointment with the monetization strategy, feeling misled by advertising that suggests a deeper connection to the SCP universe than what is delivered. This has led to a sense of betrayal among fans who expected a product that aligns more closely with their interests.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The music in the game features a new main menu and combat tracks that align well with the themes of various locations and enemies. However, there are requests for changes to enhance the overall experience.
- “The new main menu and combat music perfectly fit the theme of the location and the enemies you face.”
- “The soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere of the game, making each moment feel more immersive.”
- “I love how the music changes dynamically based on the gameplay, adding an extra layer of excitement.”
- “The new main menu and combat music don't fit the theme of the location or the enemies you face; it really needs to be changed.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “The music doesn't enhance the atmosphere of the game; instead, it often feels out of place and distracting.”