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Spec Ops: The Line

Spec Ops: The Line

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Release Date: June 26, 2012

Action, TPP, Modern Conflicts, Tactics, TPS, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet

A dynamic TPP action game created by Yager Development. The game provides a continuation to the Spec Ops series started by Zombie Studios in 1998. The action takes place in Dubai, which is devastated by sand storms. The Delta Force team reaches the place in order to find the missing American soldiers who remained in town to protect its inhabitants. The plot of the game presents the player with grave moral dilemmas on more than one occasion.

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Spec Ops: The Line for PC, PS3 and X360 is a dynamic, TPP action game created by Yager Development – a company popular for a futuristic simulator Yager. The game brings a continuation to the Spec Ops series initiated by Zombie Studios in 1998.

Plot

The player is taken to one of the richest places in the world, namely Dubai. The city is devastated by sand storms. Facing a natural catastrophe, a group of American soldiers led by Colonel John Konrad remains in town in order to protect the inhabitants unable to escape. Contact with the squad is cut however, and the army sends a rescue team after receiving an alarm signal.

Accompanied by Martin Walker and the Delta Force squad, the player travels to sand-covered Dubai. It soon turns out that it is not an ordinary rescue mission, for John Konrad and his loyal soldiers do not wish to be rescued. During the mission, the player's sense of morality is tested more than once - one is required to make difficult choices affecting the lives of many.

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PC Windows

PC Windows

Xbox 360

Xbox 360

PlayStation 3

PlayStation 3

Developer: Yager

Publisher: 2K Games

Game Series

Spec Ops: The Line
Spec Ops: The Line
Spec Ops: The Line

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Spec Ops Game Series

A series of tactical FPP/TPP shooters. The initial installments of the series were created by Zombie studio in cooperation with Ripcord Games. Currently, the brand is owned by Take-Two Interactive, and its development is handled by Yager Development and Darkside Game Studios.

Spec Ops Game Series

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Spec Ops: The Line  Game Guide & Walkthrough
Guide

Last update: July 9, 2012

Spec Ops: The Line Game Guide & Walkthrough

The unofficial guide to Spec Ops: The Line contains a very detailed walkthrough of all missions in the game.

Spec Ops: The Line Game Guide & Walkthrough
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System Requirements

System Requirements for Spec Ops: The Line Video Game:

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Recommended System Requirements:
Quad Core i5 2.4 GHz, 2 GB RAM (3 GB RAM - Vista/7), graphic card 512 MB (GeForce 9800 GTX or better), 10 GB HDD, Windows XP(SP3)/Vista/7, Internet connection.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Spec Ops: The Line Video Game.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (55,477)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Moral and Psychological Depth: The game effectively challenges players' morality and presents complex ethical dilemmas, leading to a thought-provoking experience.
  • Engaging Story: Many players praised the narrative for its depth and emotional impact, highlighting its anti-war themes and the psychological unraveling of characters.
  • Atmospheric Design: The environmental design, sound, and overall atmosphere of the game received positive feedback, enhancing the immersive experience.
  • Gunplay and Mechanics: While some found the gameplay to be standard, others enjoyed the core mechanics and the satisfaction of combat, particularly when played on higher difficulties.
  • Replay Value: Some users appreciated the opportunity to replay the game to discover new aspects of the story and character development.

The main cons of the game

  • Gameplay Limitations: Many reviews mentioned that the gameplay mechanics felt dated and did not innovate beyond typical third-person shooter conventions. The cover system was often criticized for being clunky.
  • Mixed Feelings on Story Execution: While the story was praised, some players felt that it did not always align well with the gameplay, leading to a disconnect between the narrative and the action.
  • Technical Issues: A few users reported bugs and gameplay mechanics that negatively affected their experience, especially on harder difficulties.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Innovative Gameplay Mechanics: Reviewers expressed a desire for more innovative gameplay features that could enhance the shooting experience rather than relying on established mechanics from previous titles.
  • Better Hit Feedback: Some users noted that the hit feedback was lacking, which detracted from the overall shooting experience.
  • Improved AI: While some praised the AI for being effective, others felt it could be more refined to enhance the gameplay experience.
  • More Significant Choices: Although the game presents moral choices, some players felt these choices were illusory and did not significantly impact the game, leaving them wanting more meaningful decision-making elements.

Summary

  • Overall, Spec Ops: The Line is recognized for its compelling narrative and moral questioning, although it faces criticism for its gameplay mechanics and execution.

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