#The Precinct could scratch that retro GTA itch when its demo arrives on Steam Subsequent Fest – Destructoid
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We could have an extended wait till we get our palms on Grand Theft Auto 6, however sequence followers who miss its old-school type could wish to take note of The Precinct. The police-focused sandbox recreation is getting a playable demo subsequent week as a part of Steam Subsequent Fest.
In The Precinct, you play a rookie cop hitting the imply streets of Averno Metropolis in a neo-noir-inspired Nineteen Eighties America. Granted, the premise could not instantly remind you of GTA. The Precinct locations you within the sneakers of against the law fighter as an alternative of somebody who truly does the crimes. Regardless, it may examine fairly a number of containers for individuals who love the pre-GTA 3 period of the franchise.
Dirty streets, neon lights, and randomized crime are in full view of an isometric digital camera that offers you an overhead angle on the sport’s world. As Nick Cordell Jr., you are taking to the streets for high-speed automobile chases and chaotic shootouts. You’ll be able to drive a number of autos in The Precinct, corresponding to a cruiser and a police chopper. That’s not unhealthy for a fresh-faced rookie.
The Precinct places you on the case in its Steam Subsequent Fest demo
The Precinct isn’t all about shootouts, thoughts. It additionally consists of some sleuthing work with evidence-gathering and investigating gang exercise. You’ll maintain busy with the randomly generated crimes, which cowl busting down crooks and handing out tickets.
The sport appears intriguing and may very well be a great way to get pleasure from traditional GTA vibes whereas we await the subsequent installment. I imply, we’ve got to do one thing over the subsequent 12 months or two (if we’re fortunate).
The Precinct can be playable in demo kind subsequent week when Steam Subsequent Fest arrives on October 14, 2024. There’s no official launch date for the sport but, however the developer is planning to launch it earlier than the tip of the 12 months.
