Spec Ops: Covert Assault (2001)

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Summary

Spec Ops: Covert Assault (2001)

Introduction

Spec Ops: Covert Assault is a first-person shooter video game developed by Zombie Studios and published by Gathering of Developers for the PlayStation. It was released in North America on October 31, 2001, and in Europe on November 23, 2001. It is the third game in the Spec Ops series, following Spec Ops: Ranger Elite (1998) and Spec Ops II: Green Berets (1999).

Gameplay

Spec Ops: Covert Assault is a first-person shooter that puts players in control of two elite rangers as they take on dangerous black ops military missions around the world. Players can choose from a variety of different rangers, each with their own unique abilities. Once they have chosen their rangers, players can customize them with a variety of different weapons and items.

The game features four different missions, each set in a different location around the world. Players must use their skills and teamwork to complete each mission, which range from hostage rescue to assassination.

Features

  • Choose from a variety of different rangers, each with their own unique abilities
  • Customize your rangers with a variety of different weapons and items
  • Take on four different missions, each set in a different location around the world
  • Realistic graphics and sound effects
  • Intense and challenging gameplay

Reception

Spec Ops: Covert Assault received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s realistic graphics and sound effects, as well as its intense and challenging gameplay. However, others criticized the game’s short length and lack of innovation.

Legacy

Spec Ops: Covert Assault was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. It was followed by two sequels, Spec Ops: Omega Squad (2004) and Spec Ops: The Line (2012).

Review

Spec Ops: Covert Assault is a solid first-person shooter that offers a lot of content for a budget price. The game’s realistic graphics and sound effects are impressive, and the intense and challenging gameplay will keep players engaged for hours on end. However, the game’s short length and lack of innovation may disappoint some players.

Overall, Spec Ops: Covert Assault is a good choice for fans of first-person shooters looking for a challenging and realistic experience.

Score: 7/10

Additional Information

  • Developer: Zombie Studios
  • Publisher: Gathering of Developers
  • Platform: PlayStation
  • Release Date: October 31, 2001 (North America), November 23, 2001 (Europe)
  • Genre: First-person shooter
  • ESRB Rating: T for Teen

Characters

  • Captain John “Soap” MacTavish – A British Special Air Service (SAS) operative who specializes in close-quarters combat.
  • Sergeant Marcus “Ghost” Stokes – A U.S. Army Delta Force operative who specializes in sniping.
  • Lieutenant Simon “Gaz” Riley – A British SAS operative who specializes in demolitions.
  • Corporal Paul Jackson – A U.S. Army Ranger who specializes in machine guns.
  • Private First Class Joseph Allen – A U.S. Army Ranger who specializes in medicine.

Weapons

  • Pistols: M9, Beretta 92FS, USP
  • Submachine guns: MP5, P90, UMP45
  • Assault rifles: M4A1, AK-47, G36C
  • Sniper rifles: M24, Dragunov SVD, AS50
  • Shotguns: Remington 870, SPAS-12, AA-12
  • Grenade launchers: M203, M79, RPG-7

Items

  • Body armor: Kevlar vest, ceramic plates
  • Grenades: Frag grenades, stun grenades, smoke grenades
  • Medkits: First aid kits, bandages, adrenaline syringes
  • Ammunition: Magazines for all weapons
  • Equipment: Night vision goggles, thermal imaging goggles, laser designators

Missions

  • Mission 1: Sicily – Rescue hostages from a terrorist group in Sicily.
  • Mission 2: Colombia – Assassinate a drug lord in Colombia.
  • Mission 3: Russia – Infiltrate a Russian nuclear facility and prevent a terrorist attack.
  • Mission 4: Antarctica – Investigate a crashed alien spacecraft in Antarctica.

Legacy

Spec Ops: Covert Assault was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. It was followed by two sequels, Spec Ops: Omega Squad (2004) and Spec Ops: The Line (2012). Spec Ops: The Line was a critical and commercial success, and is considered to be one of the best first-person shooters of all time.

Conclusion

Spec Ops: Covert Assault is a solid first-person shooter that offers a lot of content for a budget price. The game’s realistic graphics and sound effects are impressive, and the intense and challenging gameplay will keep players engaged for hours on end. However, the game’s short length and lack of innovation may disappoint some players.

Overall, Spec Ops: Covert Assault is a good choice for fans of first-person shooters looking for a challenging and realistic experience.

Review Score

7/10

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