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Police Quest: SWAT
Police Quest: SWATLead a SWAT team through realistic police scenarios
Toy Soldiers: Cold War
Toy Soldiers: Cold War80s action toys clash in a comedic real‑time strategy shooter.
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.

Step into a nostalgic battlefield where iconic 80s action figures come to life, pitting the USA against the USSR in a playful homage to Cold War era toys. Command squads, deploy classic arsenals, and watch plastic soldiers wage war across dynamic, destructible environments.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Real-Time Strategy
Real-Time Strategy
Best for
Fans of tactical police simulations
Fans of retro RTS and toy‑themed shooters
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
1995-09-30
2011-08-17
Specifications
developer
Sierra On-Line
Signal Studios
publisher
Sierra Entertainment
Microsoft Studios
age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB T+33%
PEGI 12, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
37/100
70/100+89%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep tactical planning
  • Authentic police procedures
  • Challenging single‑player experience
  • Historical retro appeal
  • Unique toy‑themed setting
  • Blend of shooter and RTS gameplay
  • Destructible environments add tactical depth
  • Humorous tone keeps the experience light
Cons
  • Outdated graphics and UI
  • Steep learning curve
  • Limited replay variety
  • Limited platform availability (PC, Xbox 360 only)
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be inconsistent
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