The Precinct: Official Gameplay Explainer - A Day in Averno City

See what your in-game day might look like while playing as a fresh-out-the-academy cop who's investigating his father's death in this gameplay explainer for The Precinct, a neon-noir sandbox game set in 1983.
#ThePrecinct #Gameplay #IGN

[@smas1243]

Looks like an older game with a modern take, love it

[@shanechambers1146]

gta 1 and 2

[@jerrelljohnson8027]

Yeah, or everyone's old school fav, A.P.B!! ohh yeah!!!

[@darkliightXxX]

True Crime

[@ZERO-X79]

IKR this is looks promising!

[@Francoiseg1987]

Police quest pc back in the day

[@peterh.3036]

- "Dont worry, dispatch is standing by to assist if you need backup" - Nearly gets killed by backup

[@louierenault7344]

accurate

[@realshaneomac713]

The realest police game ever 😂

[@VesperAegis]

Love the viewing angle in this game. Glad they didn't just reflexively go full 3D. This is the type of game that deserves to give an overhead layout of the landscape and people.

[@DisgruntledDoomer]

Which part of this is NOT full 3D??

[@VesperAegis]

@@DisgruntledDoomer Are we defining full 3D in terms of perspective or actual environment? In gaming terms and in terms of interactivity, usually we define it from the perspective of play rather than a mundane or literal "it's in three dimensions." By that logic we could call Final Fantasy Tactics to be a "fully 3D game!" as all or most objects are rendered in three dimensions.

[@zacharycarrier2890]

@@VesperAegis are you sure this isn't just regular 3d? If you shifted the camera to be over the shoulder it would just be a regular third person shooter. There's a game on steam called "HATRED" that has this style camera and someone made a first person mod for it. It's just a regular 3d game with a top down perspective

[@VesperAegis]

@@zacharycarrier2890 Yup, I'm positive. Same argument as above. Perspective and the way you interact with a game makes the game objectively different, and is reflected by design decisions. By the same token you could take almost any FPS game or survival game, translate the camera up, and say "Oh, this is how it was supposed to be all along! This is what actual 3D is." Of course for some you'd kill immersion, and for others you want to distance yourself from that immersion in order to take the entire environment and interactive elements in(such as NPCs here). The design elements work this way for a reason. It's a blessing if for no other reason than current gen gamers who know nothing but FPS games are exposed to isometric and more distant third-person gaming, ostensibly detached from the action.

[@zacharycarrier2890]

@@VesperAegis okay

[@Daniel__Nobre]

This looks amazing! So few games where you can play as a police office, but without being a boring simulation.

[@loveadeola]

We finally meet the policeman adding the stars to our GTA mayhems.

[@zakotheklown3506]

Thats not how logic works

[@suoquainen]

Would have been funny, if the developers would have build in a similar gimmick like with the chainsaw and fuel in Maniac Mansion and Zack McKraken. :)

[@GiNT0NiC_1453]

There is alreadyy a Masterpiece like True Crime: New York City

[@DewaKrishna_]

​@@GiNT0NiC_1453 That game is an absolute gem, sad it's forgotten by most now

[@Winterfang]

A procedurally generated police game is a clever idea

[@blastard8980]

True, since most daily crimes seems procedurally generated, because they're stoopid.

[@Shaylee757]

Yes we know. Just watch the video and see

[@pillarmenn1936]

@@blastard8980 Imagine a game set in Florida. A mystery surprise every day

[@ibewill]

@@Shaylee757 They contributed something to the conversation, you didn't

[@mrplatypus4276]

@@pillarmenn1936 Like Forest Gump always say. "Florida is like a box a chocolate"

[@ukunboxings2242]

LA Noire was my favourite game playing as a detective mainly, would love another LA Noire game.

[@user-xf1ur3hu4z]

True Crime New york amazing game. for its time at least. not sure how it be now.

[@marcushailey8498]

Heck yeah 🤘🏾

[@simonb8988]

@@user-xf1ur3hu4zDid you play the first True Crime?

[@sharpsam25]

Truly mine as well

[@alphaomega8481]

@@user-xf1ur3hu4z true crime nyc is on my top 10 games of all time ahahaha it was amazing

[@marcanderson-jones3518]

Been waiting a while for news on this. It looks awesome!

[@jhed_maniac8489]

The models, layout, and vibes kinda remind me of GTA IV or Chinatown Wars.

[@fallentreegames]

Thanks a lot - we loved those games.

[@FunkyPunk1995]

Chinatown wars was so underrated

[@shinodamasaru7945]

at least, they show the gameplay. wishlist!

[@alisamartinez7645]

This is Gta reverse! Not playing as an criminell ,now this time we plays the conterpart ( cops) 😅

[@DMAGAEscober]

Imagine if they remade Chinatown Wars like this.

[@KnightMD]

This actually looks phenomenal. Love the isometric-esque view and art style. It does look like it's running at alow framerate or the video isn't rendered smoothly enough.

[@archiewhite6714]

how come no more pes videos?

[@fallentreegames]

The footage is taken from non-optimised builds.

[@ForgedPlanetTV]

How's it isometric-esque?

[@bigweedonly]

@@fallentreegames What engine is the game running on?

[@judgeberry6071]

@@ForgedPlanetTV Clearly just an awkward way of saying "isometric view."

[@NomadGurkha]

the background score is so soothing that it teleports me back to the 80s.....love it!

[@MaltaCelica]

Currently binge-watching The Rookie on tv so genuinely perfect timing for me to get excited about this game! Looking forward to it 😃

[@grantwallace1882]

A spiritual successor to the classic Police Quest. Looks great.

[@HappyDuude]

Sonny Bonds sends his regards

[@shunnak0693]

Dont forget to walk around your cruiser before you go on patrol lol

[@chl8302]

Watch out for Jessie Baines aka The Angel of Death!

[@magacop5180]

@@shunnak0693Check and see if previous shift left blood in the back seat.

[@hashijouzu]

@@shunnak0693 check the tires or you will die. lol

[@IMangame]

Can't wait! Give us a release date already!

[@draco2xx]

ive been keeping a eye on this gem, just waiting for it to drop too

[@firestorm5071]

August 15th, 2024

[@jordanhunter4975]

Man GTA Chinatown wars looking crazy.

[@Deviljho5]

This looks awesome! Just in time for summer vacation hopefully!😊

[@BigfryTV]

I've been excited for this since it was announced! Can't wait!

[@mikewarner5583]

Big Fry 4 the win!!!! Play American fugitive! You prolly already did!?

[@WhoTouchMyTralala]

are you BigfryTV?

[@zacharycarrier2890]

looking forward to your review on it

[@menacephilosophical]

nice to see more, I’ve had this on my wishlist for a minute

[@PoconoGamerWorld]

The trailers been popping up as youtube ads last couple of months! Can't wait for this game! 🔥

[@REBZaxGee]

Looks awesome buying it asap when its out. only concerned about framerate it looked a bit choppy?

[@GaminylGames]

This looks amazing! Also mad props for the trailer showing gameplay and not just CGI nonsense. Day 1 assuming you fix the performance

[@mathewsbusiness1263]

Dead or alive, you’re coming with me ! 👮🏽‍♂️ 🚔

[@muhammadnabil3390]

Nowadays,it's more like..."Dead" though.

[@standylixgames7757]

@@muhammadnabil3390 where, stop watching mainstream news.

[@muhammadnabil3390]

@@standylixgames7757 Just few days or weeks ago,a Black U.S. Air Force pilot was shot outside his home by a cop.

[@williamzou8833]

@muhammadnabil3390 Why did you "conveniently" leave out the detail that Roger Fortson answered his door while holding a gun, pointing downward to the floor. The deputy sheriff might've jumped the gun, but it's hard not to panic when that's the first thing you see.

[@Crocthunder]

​@@williamzou8833 If it was lowered why shoot ? Did they not say drop it on the ground first?

[@kristoferjakistam832]

the level of detail is amazing. looks really nice

[@martinmcluckie6939]

This has been in my wishlist for ages. it needs a release day now

[@CINEMARTYR]

A bite to eat: 50 donuts

[@jayrukks8039]

🤣🤣

[@HandyDandy6]

Lore accurate

[@Pawsum1tiger]

This actually looks great.

[@user-hz4fj5xw2u]

it doesnt look like a dreamcast game from 98

[@iraford5788]

​​@@user-hz4fj5xw2uit does look great.

[@nestoralicea318]

@@user-hz4fj5xw2u how about you let the guy have his opinion?

[@user-hz4fj5xw2u]

@@nestoralicea318 how about you let me have mine...?

[@Kawill2024]

@@user-hz4fj5xw2u Grow up kid!

[@itsnotallaboutyou-ge4mh]

art style does so much to a game, it looks wonderful!

[@liams080172]

I've been waiting a long time for this

[@kbtken]

How do the bribes and planting evidence mechanics work?

[@SathyaswamyS]

The game is not set in India ser.

[@simransidhu617]

Whatever Jack@@s​@SathyaswamyS

[@SathyaswamyS]

@@simransidhu617 Nationalist got triggered about the truth.

[@lordramuel1082]

how edgy

[@SathyaswamyS]

@@simransidhu617 Can't take the truth?

[@sbrocman9424]

Forgot about this little gem

[@Leslie-hg6wl]

Reminds me of old school GTA, but you play as a cop rather than a criminal. This game would translate well on the Steam Deck.

[@bruhhuh2901]

So cool we can finally play as the real criminals

[@BlIs3000]

Some Police Quest vibes

[@DarkBloodSouls]

Didn't Jim walls have a Kickstarter for a game called precinct that failed?

[@fallentreegames]

We didn't actually realise that when we choose the name, but yes he did.

[@killyshoot9161]

The kindred

[@Crimson424]

Came here to say exactly this

[@VanBurgen]

Put on towel 😆

[@BOMBADIDIL]

This looks like a genuinely original game, gonna be keeping an eye on it.

[@xShredsx]

If by original you mean a modernized take on the classic MS-DOS GTA (and/or PSP's GTA: Chinatown Wars) sure. Instead of a criminal you're a cop. It looks interesting, but lets not ignore this is quite clearly inspired by a previous generation of GTA that precludes Take 2 and Rockstar's greedflation simulator.

[@RetroPhilosopher]

This looks really awesome. Can't wait to try it out!

[@chumaakuchie1634]

Been waiting for this game for a MINUTE!!

[@ALEVEmp4]

Yo, they're the ones who made "American Fugitive" if I'm not wrong

[@mithunchakravarthy6008]

You are right!

[@S3mj0n]

Yes. That was super fun.

[@meleekunis2196]

This game has potential to be an AvoidingThePuddle stream classic

[@evaone4286]

This is so cool. Love the era, theme everything. Hope it delivers strong 💪!

[@albrightonthenight]

Love the idea of this! Definitely will download. Can see me putting alot of hours into this.

[@itsme3550]

Ill be getting this for sure

[@-Lord-_-Kratos-]

This looks like fun. Looking forward to it.

[@sin_racer]

Im glad some game developers haven't gave up on this style

[@ticcirodgers1111]

Genuinely a cool idea for a game will be keeping my eyes on this

[@mohlachi]

A rare instance were procedurely generated makes sense.

[@simplyethan8801]

Always wanted a game like this

[@fallentreegames]

Likewise - that's why we are making it!

[@iaincowell9747]

Police procedural games have been around for ever

[@robyescombe]

Takes me back to APB on the Amiga! Absolutely GORGEOUS game!!

[@benjaminkahaly7928]

Nicely said at the end bro.

[@gingey1853]

Finally a game I’m actually looking forward to. This looks refreshing. Feels like it’s been a min

[@TheLiamster]

This looks really fun

[@SJReid82]

Grew up on Police Quest and have been hoping for a long time someone would make something like this. LA Noire satisfied that urge for awhile, but this is giving me those Police Quest vibes I've long been waiting for.

[@tango57]

Looks great! When does it come out?

[@lakshayrsg2414]

I'm confused. Is it just me or anyone else also feels the same that this game with a genuine gameplay is giving my inner gamer more ticks than a million billion dollar dollar hellblade.

[@bentucker2301]

No confusion. Modern games got preoccupied with graphics.

[@bartfratze9529]

Amen

[@Darsh0019]

See you all when this game goes viral

[@ddoublejentertainment6415]

This look nice to relax and play after a long day of work

[@mattallred]

looks decent but appears to be running at 30fps which is probably fine for a game like this but one thing is that UI elements like the "Speeding Vehicle" pop-up at 0:52 can be hard to read in motion at 30fps, so it might benefit you to have a more static pop-up with something like a line connecting to the vehicle so that the text can still be easily read, even if both vehicles are in motion.

[@nogginplopisback]

rockstar should rerelease chinatown wars

[@jawsvvvvv]

This looks amazing!!!

[@Iamtheskidoostig]

Gettin the Hill Street Blues, vibe.

[@MegaGameFan100]

That top down view inspires me for my game

[@Darule514]

Like the True Crime games

[@eltonmaiyo]

Yess

[@FunkyPunk1995]

Looks more detailed with the procedures and options

[@underworldg0d226]

Mannnnn the true crime games were goated. But nah this doesn't look like it lol.

[@user-et7bj9wn5s]

in gta chinatown pov

[@BrentHannify]

If you preorder you get the Police Brutality DLC.

[@julianvizio2190]

That would be the best and funny part

[@TidusCubbins-up8ov]

Theyve used the best bits of GTA and Police Simulator and put it together

[@guilhermebombaca1216]

So unique camera angle mixed with the visual style

[@Nathan93Baker]

Diagonal version of GTA1.👌

[@JoseAlves-fw4rd]

first thing that came to mind

[@xSavedSoulx]

Breathtaking

[@AndreyKrichevsky]

This is literally the other half of GTA1. They wanted to make a cops and robbers game, but decided being robbers was more fun so they made GTA. This one is the cops part.

[@MrZrazies]

Ill definitely play this all day on my steam deck.

[@mintz347]

We know who is main enemies -monke...

[@dex1789]

mtafa9 m3ak a khouya

[@ShaneJoshua1980]

This is a modern day POLICE QUEST and im here for it!

[@-kingofsaiyannappa-9057]

Looks fun. Not a lot of games like this................

[@Evanz111]

Hope that we can gradually get promotions, or use money from the police work in order to buy an apartment/house and fancy clothes for our officer!

[@kman1988abc]

Reminds of those Role Playing Games on San Andreas Multiplayer. Amazing!

[@yahozak]

Feels like a callback to Police Quest on the PC long long ago.

[@alexp5461]

Do we get to shoot someone's dog as a cop?

[@thedapperdolphin1590]

It’s not an accurate police simulation if they don’t kill their own K-9 units

[@Digital_Ghost_]

@@thedapperdolphin1590 If they let you kill the K-9 units there's no way to get around that pesky 4th Amendment.

[@Cab00se90]

This is the most work I’ve ever seen a cop do.

[@ReblazeGaming]

Lmaoo fr

[@magacop5180]

Becuase you have no idea what it’s actually like.

[@assassin7250]

You don't want to deal with paper work.. There's more paper work than anything..

[@cloudvoid0]

This looks incredible. Really hope the game delivers!

[@HectorMurrieta]

Looks great! Will wish list it.

[@KevinVanZuiden]

Matchbox Motor City Patrol 2.0!

[@benm8214]

Can't wait to ignore and make excuses for all the bad apples that are my coworkers.

[@neelanshukumar4308]

This is the type of games we need to keep gaming still fun and fresh with new concepts!

[@kygilmer]

This looks so fun. Can’t wait to play it.

[@Jah42O]

“Later this year” wow thanks for nothing

[@Gametism]

SGTA: Stop Grand Theft Auto - Cop Edition

[@DIRTYPRODiGY]

now this is the type of games we need more of

[@Pistolero891]

Looks very promising, can't wait to see more!

[@EvilKen]

There has to be a corrupt feature.

[@DobeCa1]

No corrupt feature DLC will be 59.99 and its like a different game

[@jimfarson799]

If that’s true, I’d still buy it.

[@TheLoneLlama]

@@jimfarson799he’s talking about GTA but forgot that games are now $69.99

[@SathyaswamyS]

Corrupt feature will be available if you buy the Indian edition.

[@jjasper7512]

Looks great, are you allowed to be a bad cop.....i.e handcuffing a perp then er having an accidental gun discharge, cutting down on paper work!!

[@jeanvaljean6433]

PIG SIMULATOR

[@ametrieste]

Amazing, can't wait to play it!

[@a8f235]

It actually looks interesting which is far and few between these days. Going to keep an eye on this one.

[@Posidevv]

They should release the Gotham dlc where you play as commissioner Gordon in his early days as a cop catching criminals, then moving on to detective, where you occasionally see Batman taking to the skies and fighting criminals in the street.

[@infam0usP]

that's cool, but why stop there? give us Training Day dlc where we can play as Alonzo OR Hoyt and have a morality scale where you can choose to be crooked or not

[@Posidevv]

@@infam0usP but no! We must not give up there! Dlc 3 will give us The Bad Boys Dlc where we can play as Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowery busted Miami's biggest drug dealers while snacking on tropical fruit bubblishous and Skittles!

[@kdm_entertainment]

Would be so cool if it was a sidegame in gta. If a big developer put their money in this

[@waltervanlille2263]

Well that's different, and kinda cool looking TBH. I'll be looking out for this one.

[@bombastic165]

Love the look of this game, can’t wait!

[@zerocool5395]

Can't wait for the Kotaku meltdown over this game lmao.

[@caseyblankenship987]

@zerocool5395 right if there is just one single black suspect kotaku is going to lose it

[@jeanvaljean6433]

Can't wait to roleplay as a pig

[@jayebejer7431]

What do you mean?

[@MarsWrestlingKingdom]

Why Not Ps4 and XOne?

[@TruMuchSauce]

Why would companies keep working backwards ?

[@diamondogsamurai2226]

Or switch

[@MarsWrestlingKingdom]

@@diamondogsamurai2226 yes, or switch ✌️

[@fallentreegames]

The game is too demanding for previous generation consoles, sadly.

[@MarsWrestlingKingdom]

@@fallentreegames Thank you for your reply sir. definitely looking forward for your game ✌️

[@TheBlacklistedGamer]

Looks very nice, can't wait to play

[@james5995]

Looks interesting, hope there's a physical disc release one day.

[@NothingbutDust734]

Cops could finally play a game where they could exert their power fantasy in-game instead of the real life.

[@Hit173]

Looks like gta2

[@anony88]

Gta 2 was top down. This would be more like if vice city stories was made on the ps2, only with advanced gameplay dynamics.

[@kingeatking]

No it doesn't. Completely different.

[@MrRobeStern64]

@@anony88it’s was on ps2 even liberality city stories

[@AaronDMcMichael]

Love it! Gonna pick this up!

[@anghellickprophet9668]

This actually looks pretty dope! Hope the framerate is a little better than what some of this looks like, upon release🤞🏽