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Ultra Cop

92%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
gameplay, story
92% User Score Based on 93 reviews

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In Ultra Cop, players become an enhanced officer fighting to end South Africa's Crime War in a brutal, old-school action game. With an array of weapons and vehicles, players must complete objectives and eliminate criminal elements in four distinct scenarios, all within a single sitting. This game offers a thrilling, no-nonsense experience reminiscent of 90's classics.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 93 reviews
music7 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Ultra Cop offers tight controls and a fun, fast-paced gameplay experience reminiscent of classic 90s shooters.
  • The game features beautiful visuals, a catchy soundtrack, and a nostalgic retro aesthetic that appeals to fans of the genre.
  • At its low price point, the game provides a satisfying amount of content, with enjoyable mechanics and a humorous tone.
  • The game is very short, with only four levels that can be completed in under two hours, leaving some players wanting more content.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as jumping and AI behavior, can be clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustration during play.
  • There are concerns about the game's portrayal of certain themes, with some players noting elements that could be considered offensive or problematic.
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its heavy electronic and industrial rock influences, as well as the inclusion of multiple soundtracks that enhance the gameplay experience. The tracks are described as "absolute bangers" and effectively complement the game's chaotic atmosphere, contributing to a retro vibe that resonates well with players. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, adding significant value to the game's immersive qualities.

    • “This game is truly an authentic and excellent retro experience and every track in the soundtrack is a complete banger.”
    • “Killing enemies is super satisfying with good feedback from weapons, sounds, great visuals and especially that amazing music (composed by the singular dev of this game, that's right, this entire game was made by one guy).”
    • “The soundtrack is also pretty cool and fits the Y2K vibe of the game very well.”
    • “The audio is over-compressed hilariously low in the mix, the humor is crass, the hostages are all attractive women for some reason, it's set in the future with hover cars and mechs, but you still have AA12 and UMP40s as weapons, objectives are extremely simple, the music is all heavy electronic/industrial rock, and the violence is extreme.”
    • “Even the music is just right.”
    • “Soundtrack is sick.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of Ultra Cop are widely praised for their beautiful visuals and strong art direction, effectively capturing a late 90s aesthetic with a delightful retro vibe. Players appreciate the detailed yet authentic visuals that enhance the fast-paced gameplay, alongside varied environments and satisfying combat feedback. Overall, the game's graphics evoke nostalgia while maintaining a slick and engaging appearance.

    • “Ultra Cop is a bite-sized action-packed throwback shooter with simple gameplay loop and beautiful visuals.”
    • “Also, very strong art direction - the visuals are amazing and there is a lot of detail, without being overwhelming and keeping its very authentic retro look.”
    • “Has an amazing late 90's - early 2000's aesthetic which I honestly can't get enough of.”
    • “It's kind of a funny bad game that feels like an early 90s 3D PC game or an N64 action game in that it uses primitive graphics and has very clunky gameplay.”
    • “I can sense the atmosphere, even with these 2000's graphics.”
    • “Graphics sort of remind me of Time Crisis and Virtual Cop.”
  • gameplay
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Ultra Cop is characterized by its straightforward, casual run-and-gun mechanics, appealing visuals, and engaging level design, making it a fun throwback shooter. While the simple controls and objective-based gameplay are enjoyable, some players find the reliance on luck rather than skill frustrating in certain levels. Overall, it combines nostalgic elements with a modern touch, though a more fleshed-out campaign would enhance the experience further.

    • “Ultra Cop is a bite-sized action-packed throwback shooter with a simple gameplay loop and beautiful visuals.”
    • “In summary, the gameplay is straightforward, the weapons are simple to use, with superb level design and a wide range of music to choose from.”
    • “Love the simple controls and over-the-top gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is pretty simple.”
    • “The gameplay itself is pretty casual and run and gun.”
    • “It feels more like a dice roll than skill to pull it off and can be quite annoying, because some levels do rely on these mechanics to finish them.”
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story revolves around a cop tasked with completing four detailed missions to thwart criminals in an open-world setting. While the narrative is concise and the gameplay lasts just over two hours, players appreciate the variety of approaches available for mission completion and express hope for future content expansions. Overall, the story is engaging but limited in scope, prompting requests for additional missions.

    • “The missions will take you to open-ended maps as you complete multiple objectives and seek out resources that will keep you alive.”
    • “You play as a cop assigned to four different missions to stop the criminals from wreaking havoc in the city.”
    • “A bit short, but it's okay, since it's packed with a lot of features to try out different approaches to complete all available missions.”
    • “There are only four missions and the game only takes a few hours to complete.”
    • “I hope the dev adds more missions (the game has only 4) in update or as DLC, but considering the price of the game there's nothing to complain about.”
    • “A bit short, but it's ok, since it's packed with a lot of features to try out different approaches to complete all available missions.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as crass and reminiscent of early 90s gaming, featuring a mix of clever jokes and absurd elements, such as attractive hostages and anachronistic weaponry. While some players find the humor to be a highlight, others view it as part of the game's "so-bad-it's-good" charm, contributing to its overall quirky appeal. The combination of decent humor and nostalgic references adds a unique flavor to the gameplay experience.

    • “Great movement, nice to be able to switch between 1st and 3rd person perspectives, kickass soundtrack, lots of customization options, nice art style, and lots of references and decent humor.”
    • “This one is subjective, but I also really appreciate the humor and jokes placed within each level; they're really good.”
    • “Very based game with old-fashioned gameplay and humor.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its beautiful and immersive level design, complemented by satisfying shooting mechanics and enjoyable mech controls, despite the dated graphics reminiscent of the 2000s.

    • “The levels look beautiful and atmospheric; the shooting is satisfying, and controlling the mech feels great.”
    • “I can sense the atmosphere, even with these 2000s graphics.”
    • “I can sense the atmosphere, even with these 2000's graphics.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, lacking additional incentives or motivation to engage with the grinding mechanics, such as throwing enemies into grinding tiles.

    • “Honestly, it's kind of tedious and boring.”
    • “There are no additional points or motivation to throw enemies into grinding tiles.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with some minor bugs and glitches affecting controls and collision detection, but these issues do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment. It performs well on Linux and is expected to run smoothly on the Steam Deck.

    • “Runs great on Linux; should run great on Steam Deck.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience throughout.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a very stable gameplay experience.”
    • “Some bugs and glitches - controls for entering vehicles and jumping are hit and miss, and collision detection for shots can hit objects between the camera and the gun when driving the robot. However, it doesn't break the game or stop it from being fun.”
    • “The game frequently crashes, making it difficult to enjoy the experience without constant interruptions.”
    • “I encountered several stability issues, including long loading times and occasional freezes that detract from the overall gameplay.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong sense of nostalgia, with the game evoking memories of childhood experiences, particularly reminiscent of renting games from Blockbuster in the 4th grade. This emotional connection enhances the overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.

    • “This game made me feel like I was back in the 4th grade, renting something similar to this at Blockbuster!”

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7h Median play time
5h Average play time
2-8h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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