Summary
- Release Year: 2000
- Genres: Shooter, Simulator, Strategy, Tactical
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Sierra Northwest
- Publishers: Sierra Entertainment
SWAT 3: Close Quarters Battle – Elite Edition (2000)
SWAT 3: Close Quarters Battle – Elite Edition is a first-person tactical police simulation video game developed by Sierra Entertainment and released for Microsoft Windows in 2000. The game is a sequel to SWAT 2 and the third installment in the SWAT series.
In SWAT 3, players take on the role of a SWAT officer in the Los Angeles Police Department. The game features 20 missions, each of which tasks players with completing a variety of objectives, such as rescuing hostages, disarming bombs, and apprehending suspects. The game’s missions are set in a variety of locations, including a shopping mall, a school, and a subway station.
SWAT 3 is known for its realistic gameplay and attention to detail. The game features a variety of weapons and equipment that can be used to complete missions, and players must carefully plan their approach to each mission in order to succeed. The game also features a sophisticated AI system that governs the behavior of the enemy NPCs.
The Elite Edition of SWAT 3 includes a number of new features and improvements over the original game. These features include:
- New weapons and equipment, such as the M4A1 carbine and the flashbang grenade
- New missions, set in a variety of locations
- Improved AI, making the enemy NPCs more challenging
- A new cooperative multiplayer mode
Gameplay
SWAT 3 is a first-person tactical shooter game. Players take on the role of a SWAT officer and must complete a variety of missions, such as rescuing hostages, disarming bombs, and apprehending suspects. The game features a variety of weapons and equipment that can be used to complete missions, and players must carefully plan their approach to each mission in order to succeed.
The game’s missions are set in a variety of locations, including a shopping mall, a school, and a subway station. Each mission has a different set of objectives, and players must use their skills and equipment to complete the objectives without getting themselves or their teammates killed.
SWAT 3 features a sophisticated AI system that governs the behavior of the enemy NPCs. The enemy NPCs are intelligent and will react to the player’s actions in a realistic way. They will take cover, flank the player, and use a variety of weapons and tactics to try to defeat the player.
Reception
SWAT 3 was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its realistic gameplay, attention to detail, and challenging AI. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
SWAT 3 has been ranked as one of the best tactical shooters of all time. The game is still popular today, and is considered a classic by many fans of the genre.
Legacy
SWAT 3 has had a lasting impact on the tactical shooter genre. The game’s realistic gameplay and attention to detail have set a high standard for other games in the genre. The game’s AI system is also considered to be one of the best in the genre.
SWAT 3 has been followed by a number of sequels and spin-offs. The most recent installment in the series is SWAT 4, which was released in 2005. SWAT 4 is a critically acclaimed game that builds on the foundation laid by SWAT 3.
Conclusion
SWAT 3 is a classic tactical shooter that is still enjoyed by many gamers today. The game’s realistic gameplay, attention to detail, and challenging AI make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
9/10
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