LA Cops
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About LA Cops
LA Cops is a top-down shooter released in February 2015 by Modern Dream and published by Team17. You play as two officers tackling crime in a stylized version of Los Angeles during the seventies. The game targets PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, and PC players looking for a quick arcade-style experience. You lead a squad against various criminals while dealing with an angry mayor who complains about department costs. This indie title focuses on real-time tactical combat where you manage your team's positioning to take down enemies. It stands out by letting you control two characters simultaneously rather than just one lone hero.
Gameplay
You direct two officers at once using a smart targeting interface that lets you place them tactically while the action unfolds in real time. Each session involves moving your pair into cover, assigning targets, and coordinating fire to eliminate threats before they overwhelm you. The game throws waves of armed bad guys at you, including a final showdown with the big boss known as Hawaiian Mo. You need to keep both cops alive since losing one leaves you vulnerable. Combat feels frantic but requires constant strategic adjustments to gain the upper hand. There are no multiplayer modes, so every match relies on your ability to manage two units under pressure without pausing the action.
What Players Think
Players and critics have not been kind to this title. The Metacritic score sits at a dismal 45 out of 100 while IGDB rates it just 46.4 based on six user reviews. Most people who try LA Cops do not stick around long, with an average playtime hovering near the minimum required to finish the campaign. Only 13.1 percent of achievements unlock on average across all players, showing that many never reach the endgame. The rarest challenge is Nightmare Mode which only 1.80 percent of users have beaten. Community moods reflect frustration with the mechanics rather than excitement. You will find very few positive reviews discussing deep engagement or satisfaction with the gameplay loop.
PlayPile's Take
This game is for players who want to spend $1.12 on a cheap download to kill time for an hour. The low price reflects the limited content and rough execution found in the 13 available achievements. You will struggle to find enjoyment if you expect tight controls or compelling story elements. The achievement data proves that most players quit before facing the hardest modes. Skip this if you want a polished shooter experience with solid replay value. Grab it only if you are curious about how a budget indie title from 2015 handles dual-character control in a top-down setting.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
46.4
RAWG Rating
2.7
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