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Police Quest: SWAT
Police Quest: SWATLead a SWAT team through realistic police scenarios
Real Warfare 1242
Real Warfare 1242Lead Alexander Nevsky to victory in historic 1242 battles
Overview
Description

Police Quest: SWAT puts you in the shoes of a tactical police unit, demanding careful planning and precise execution. The game blends strategy, simulation, and action as you coordinate squads, manage equipment, and respond to high‑risk incidents. Released in 1995 for PC and Mac, the title offers a gritty, methodical experience that challenges players to think like real‑world law enforcement while navigating the limitations of 1990s graphics and interface design.

Real Warfare: 1242 immerses you in the turbulent 13th‑century Russian landscape, letting you command Prince Alexander Nevsky against Teutonic, Swedish, and Mongol forces. The game blends authentic historical settings with real‑time strategy mechanics for a deep, tactical experience. Explore meticulously recreated battlefields, manage units of knights and princes, and strive to bring peace to Lithuania by repelling invaders. Every decision shapes the outcome of this pivotal year in Russian history.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Real-Time Strategy
Real-Time Strategy
Best for
Fans of tactical police simulations
Fans of historical RTS and strategy enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
1995-09-30
2009-10-30
Specifications
developer
Sierra On-Line
Unicorn Games Studio
publisher
Sierra Entertainment
1C Company
age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB T
PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
37/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep tactical planning
  • Authentic police procedures
  • Challenging single‑player experience
  • Historical retro appeal
  • Deep historical authenticity
  • Rich unit variety and tactics
  • Engaging single‑player storyline
  • High replay value with multiple strategies
Cons
  • Outdated graphics and UI
  • Steep learning curve
  • Limited replay variety
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
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