- Steam pricePrice
- $19.99
- Players
- 2
- Release
- September 19, 2019
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How co-op works
Two-player co-op campaign where partners coordinate breaching, room clearing, and suspect arrests using non-lethal tactics and precision timing. Every entry requires communication to manage threats, civilians, and evidence without shooting first.
About this game
Police Stories casts players as SWAT officers responding to high-stakes incidents across a variety of urban scenarios. Each mission tasks the team with neutralizing armed suspects, rescuing civilians, and defusing bombs while adhering to strict rules of engagement that prohibit shooting on sight. The emphasis on tactical restraint and proper procedure separates it from traditional arcade shooters.
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Gameplay revolves around careful room entry, door breaching, flashbang deployment, and threat assessment. Players must shout commands to make suspects surrender, manage panicked hostages, and secure evidence under time pressure. Lethal force is a last resort, and improper escalation leads to mission failure. Local and online co-op modes demand constant communication to stack up on doors, cover multiple angles, and respond to sudden ambushes.
Each operation offers multiple paths and random suspect placements, encouraging repeated attempts to master optimal strategies. The campaign spans diverse locations, from convenience stores to office buildings, with escalating difficulty and new tactical wrinkles. Solo players control both officers by issuing AI commands, but the design rewards live partnership and coordinated execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Police Stories solo, or do I need a co-op partner?
You can play solo by issuing commands to an AI-controlled partner, but the game is designed around live co-op and rewards coordinated teamwork. Both local split-screen and online co-op are supported, and communication is essential for stacking up on doors, covering angles, and reacting to ambushes together.
Why can't I just shoot suspects on sight?
Police Stories enforces strict rules of engagement-you must shout commands to make suspects surrender before using lethal force. Shooting first or improper escalation leads to mission failure. The game prioritizes tactical restraint and proper procedure over arcade-style gunplay.
Does the game support both local and online co-op?
Yes, Police Stories offers both local split-screen co-op and online co-op, so you can play with a partner on the same screen or connect remotely. The game also supports Steam Remote Play Together.
Is there any replay value after finishing the campaign?
Yes. Each mission features multiple entry points and randomized suspect placements, so you'll need different strategies on repeat attempts. Mastering optimal tactics and achieving perfect mission scores across all operations takes multiple playthroughs.