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Operation Hardcore

Operation Hardcore is an action-packed 2D side-scrolling shooter inspired by classic twitchy action games of yesteryear, but with modern touches and conveniences.

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December 28, 2016
9 years and 265 days ago
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About the Game

Dateline: Earth, 1999. An unprovoked alien invasion is underway. You, a total badass, don't really appreciate it. You won't stand for it. You're downright outraged. You pack up some essentials--guns, cigars, whiskey--and head out into the night. Little do you know that tonight you will make history. This is: Operation Hardcore.

Operation Hardcore is an action-packed 2D side-scrolling shooter inspired by classic twitchy action games of yesteryear, but with modern touches and conveniences.

  • Fight your way past enemies using a range of weapons

  • Double-jump your way around obstacles and hazards

  • Activate your traditional plasma-based shield to deflect enemy fire

  • Drink some whiskey to slow time and increase damage (...at the expense of mental clarity)

  • Strap on a jetpack and get airborne for some classic forced-scrolling challenges

  • Collect coins to purchase items, weapons and upgrades between levels

  • Meet or beat level par times to earn yourself a brag-worthy Badass Rank(™)

  • Grab a friend for some friendly and/or competitive 2 player local co-op

Game Features

  • 12 levels of fiery, bloody, explosive-y alien-blasting mayhem

  • 4 playable badasses

  • Analog controls for precise 360 degree aiming

  • Modern sound design and electronic soundtrack by Snug

  • Intense 2 player local co-op

  • Modern particle/atmospheric and lighting effects

  • Multiple difficulty settings, upgrade paths and secret areas

  • Achievements and unlockables for the overachieving, enterprising badass

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