Beat Cop

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  • Summary: New York, more like a beast than a city. Explore it’s darkest corners and uncover its secrets as Jack Kelly, a former detective who has been framed for a murder. Degraded and forgotten by old pals, it’s your last chance to find the truth behind this whole terrible mess. The thing is, yourNew York, more like a beast than a city. Explore it’s darkest corners and uncover its secrets as Jack Kelly, a former detective who has been framed for a murder. Degraded and forgotten by old pals, it’s your last chance to find the truth behind this whole terrible mess. The thing is, your new boss treats you horribly, your wife is a money sucking spawn from hell and the local mafia wants your head on a plate. I guess you could say, that things are complicated down here, in the middle of Brooklyn. Oh, and don't forget about writing tickets, reprimanding pedestrians & such. … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. COGconnected
    Mar 6, 2019
    84
    I didn’t really have any expectations on Beat Cop when I first played it on PC back in 2017. Even two years later now on the Nintendo Switch it manages a quite pleasant surprise playing it. The story is quite addicting and I’m always eager to see what is next or even replay to see what else could have happened. Beat Cop is a pretty decent length as well and should clock in for most somewhere between seven and ten hours. The non-linear story, along with the multiple endings, means there is a good amount of replayability as well. All in all, this is a great homage to 1980’s cop shows that shouldn’t be missed.
  2. Daily Star
    Apr 28, 2019
    80
    The witty writing and unique premise still make Beat Cop a street worth investigating. It has plenty of questions to post on morality (just how far would you push your agenda on the people that look up to you?) but makes it silly and accessible enough to never become too dire. Its a riot, and well worth a routine inspection.
  3. Nintenderos
    Jul 10, 2019
    80
    Impose justice or get in the bands, you choose. A wonderful and badass experience with a graphics section that is a delight.
  4. Areajugones
    Mar 27, 2019
    70
    Beat Cop is a game that shines as bright as it can on Nintendo Switch. Sadly, some flaws from the original version still remain and make it difficult to enjoy the game, even though its mechanics and narrative are really good.
  5. PLAY! Zine
    May 13, 2019
    70
    Beat Cop is an interesting point and click cop simulator with great humor. The mechanic of the game is interesting in the beginning but does not evolve for later levels. The time concept is neat, but limits the player’s ability to roam and discover more events and things to do.
  6. FNintendo
    Jun 12, 2019
    60
    Beat Cop is a fun and zany action game that puts the player in a cliché 1980s action movie setting and does a fine job at that. Its missions can get confusing and repetitive at certain moments but the game's mechanics and environment are noting short of delightfully funny and are certain to keep the players laughing and enjoying the experience for some time.
  7. TheSixthAxis
    Mar 12, 2019
    50
    Beat Cop is one perp that’s best approached with caution.

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  1. Positive: 2 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 3 out of 6
  1. GWW
    Apr 28, 2022
    8
    If you grew up in the 80's and watched TV or movies then you have seen a cop show just like this game. It was a ton of fun. Some of theIf you grew up in the 80's and watched TV or movies then you have seen a cop show just like this game. It was a ton of fun. Some of the language may offend some people in modern times but this was actually how shows were.
    I failed to get the ending I wanted but had a great time anyway.    … Expand
  2. guzforster
    Dec 8, 2019
    8
    What's not to love? The cheesy 80's dialogs, catching story, cool sinth sound track, gorgeous pixel art, and a bustling neighborhood full ofWhat's not to love? The cheesy 80's dialogs, catching story, cool sinth sound track, gorgeous pixel art, and a bustling neighborhood full of life for you to investigate and act upon. I really like this game.… Expand
  4. Alexu1001
    Apr 16, 2022
    6
    Es interesante y divertido las primeras horas, pero rápidamente se vuelve algo repetitivo y la trama no engancha tanto como debería.
  5. Jessjonesn
    Mar 9, 2020
    3
    As an avid gamer, a biracial person, and I woman, I'm pretty disgusted with this game. It's tedious writing parking tickets all day andAs an avid gamer, a biracial person, and I woman, I'm pretty disgusted with this game. It's tedious writing parking tickets all day and becomes boring fast. Seems to be most of what you do. That, of course, is besides the "riveting" storyline. At first it seems like it's going to be an story you'll be a part of. Trying to crack the case on who is framing you. But really you just get to read how everyone thinks the black people are "darkies" and catching bad guys who just so happen to ALL be black. Woman are little more than sexual objects and writing parking tickets is apparently the most important thing. I'm upset that I wasted my money and time on such a crap game. If the people who made this game thought that having a narrative based on constantly saying the "f" word and making comments about different cultures was something to focus on so intensely, they should have thought about focusing more on the game design instead. It is seriously flawed. Save your money.… Expand
  6. Kallisto_
    Apr 9, 2021
    3
    Oof, this game is dangerously racist...I understand that Beat Cop is set in the 1980s, but for a modern game, the detail of racial slurs andOof, this game is dangerously racist...I understand that Beat Cop is set in the 1980s, but for a modern game, the detail of racial slurs and discrimination against black people within the game is uncomfortable to say the least. Not to mention 90% of the time, robbers, thieves and drug dealers are always black. The clear racist ‘undertones’(more like overtones) of this game has caused me huge disappointment and discomfort.… Expand
  7. Schlebecker
    Apr 9, 2022
    0
    This **** is just straight up racist, not in like a oh you play as an "80s cop" racist i mean multiple characters are just constantly droppingThis **** is just straight up racist, not in like a oh you play as an "80s cop" racist i mean multiple characters are just constantly dropping slurs and the player is actively encouraged to make racist decisions for the sake of progression. This is an awful game and its a damn shame some of these reviews aren't mentioning the very clear racist overtones present from the start of the **** game. My hopes were high for this game, and i was let down in an unimaginable fashion. If you're thinking about playing this game just replay Papers Please instead.… Expand

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