ESWAT: City Under Siege vs Undercover Cops

In ESWAT: City Under Siege you play as a police officer tasked with stopping wanted criminals in a sprawling futuristic megapolis. The game blends classic side‑scroll shooting with platforming challenges, letting you switch from a service weapon to a high‑tech cyber suit for tougher foes. The Genesis‑style cartridge version diverges from the arcade layout, featuring robot soldiers, soldiers, and platform elements instead of typical bank‑robbers. Available on Linux, PC, and Mac, this single‑player sci‑fi shooter delivers retro action with modern accessibility.

Undercover Cops is an arcade‑style beat 'em up developed and published by Irem in 1992. Set in a futuristic New York City in 2043, players control three distinct undercover officers—Bubba, Flame, and Claude—as they battle Dr. Clayborn’s criminal empire. The game features cooperative play, a wide array of improvised weapons, and colorful pixel‑art graphics that capture the gritty, over‑the‑top action of classic side‑scrolling fighters.

• Authentic retro graphics and sound
• Diverse enemy types including robots
• Engaging cyber‑suit upgrade system
• Cross‑platform support for Linux, PC, and Mac

• Engaging cooperative gameplay
• Wide variety of improvised weapons
• Distinct character abilities
• Retro pixel‑art charm

• Limited to single‑player mode
• Linear progression can feel repetitive
• Controls feel dated compared to modern shooters

• Limited platform availability
• Arcade difficulty may be steep for newcomers
• No modern online features