Games Like Police Quest: SWAT 2

Uncompromised duty, honor and valor.

Why similar: Simulation 44.1%, Classic 28.7% ★, Tactical 27.2%

Why You'll Like It: As a direct contemporary in the SWAT series, it provides the most authentic experience of the tactical police simulation genre.

A fresh take on top-down shooters with an emphasis on tactics that forces you to make split second decisions. Neutralize criminals, rescue civilians and defuse bombs in Single Player mode or Co-op. And remember - shooting first is not an option!

Why similar: Strategy 37.1%, Simulation 34.7%, Tactical 28.2%

Why You'll Like It: This top-down tactical shooter emphasizes non-lethal takedowns and squad coordination, mirroring the core philosophy of SWAT 2.

Command military Special Ops Teams in gripping tactical combat against a Middle East-based terrorist network. Sequel to RockPaperShotgun's "Best Tactics Game of 2014".

Why similar: Tactical 51.9%, Strategy 48.1%

Why You'll Like It: An evolution of the original, this title offers deeper tactical options and modern special operations gameplay.

Door Kickers is an innovative realtime strategy game that puts you in charge of a SWAT team and lets you command them during a tactical intervention.

Why similar: Tactical 39.4%, Strategy 37.2%, Simulation 23.4%

Why You'll Like It: This top-down tactical game perfectly captures the squad-based planning and real-time execution required in SWAT operations.

Ready or Not is an intense, tactical, first-person shooter that depicts a modern-day world in which SWAT police units are called to defuse hostile and confronting situations.

Why similar: Tactical 100%

Why You'll Like It: The modern spiritual successor to the SWAT series, focusing on realistic tactical police operations and high-stakes room clearing.

Interpret the law as you see fit! Run the sheriff’s department, manage your cops, make tough decisions – and try to keep out of prison yourself – in this story-driven mixture of adventure, strategy, and turn-based tactical combat.

Why similar: Strategy 81.5%, Simulation 18.5%

Why You'll Like It: It combines police management with turn-based tactical combat, capturing the administrative and field-work balance of the genre.

As civil crisis deepens and inequality tears the very fabric of society the discontentment of the masses manifests itself in violent public disturbances and civil disorder. Play as the police or the angry horde as RIOT – Civil Unrest places you in some of the world’s most fractious disputes.

Why similar: Strategy 51.2%, Simulation 48.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the tactical management of police units during large-scale civil disturbances.

Zero Hour is a tactical FPS with online team-based game play that takes place in a variety of fictional locations interpreted in Bangladesh with Real-life scale & resource management. It brings a grounded, close quarter combat experience to the game.

Why similar: Tactical 52.5%, Strategy 24.6%, Simulation 22.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical FPS that heavily emphasizes planning and realistic police operations, making it a great modern alternative.

In POLICE TACTICS: IMPERIO you start your career as an aspiring police chief in Newport Falls, a city that is dirty and corrupt to its core. You are responsible for upholding law and order. Coordinate the emergency vehicles and personnel of the municipal precinct and put a stop to crime.

Why similar: Strategy 51.1%, Simulation 48.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the strategic management of police forces and resource allocation within a city.

Breach & Clear brings deep tactical strategy simulation to PC, Mac and Linux! Build your Special Operations team, plan and execute advanced missions, and own every angle.Choose your real-world squad -- US Army Rangers, Germany's KSK, Canada’s JTF2, UK SAS, and more -- and take on a variety of foes with different skill-sets and...

Why similar: Strategy 45.3%, Tactical 33.2%, Simulation 21.5%

Why You'll Like It: This squad-based tactical game focuses on the precise planning and execution of room-clearing maneuvers.

Game about the difficult work of people that manage emergency lines and services. Answer incoming calls and react properly - give first aid instructions, advise, dispatch correct number of firemen / police / ambulances, or sometimes - just ignore the call. Play on ANY CITY in the world!

Why similar: Simulation 48.4%, Strategy 42.1%, Tactical 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the high-pressure environment of emergency dispatching, requiring quick tactical decisions to manage police and medical units.

Counter Terrorist Agency lets you fight international terrorism and prevent attacks all over the world. Use modern invigilation techniques, discover connections, interrogate suspects, eliminate threats and dismantle terrorist networks.

Why similar: Simulation 34.9%, Strategy 34.4%, Classic 30.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: This management sim focuses on the strategic side of counter-terrorism, requiring careful resource allocation and decision-making.

Welcome, trainee! Use tactics and special equipment to become a true cop in the free version of Police Stories: The Academy. Neutralize criminals, search for clues and find a "rat" in the police station alone or in co-op with a partner.

Why similar: Simulation 38.9%, Strategy 37.8%, Tactical 23.3%

Why You'll Like It: It expands on the tactical police action of the original, focusing on squad coordination and mission-based objectives.

Brigade E5: New Jagged Union is a tactical game that places gamers in the small tropical nation of Palinero on the verge of a civil war. The mission: hire a band of mercenaries and take control of the deteriorating situation before the country finds itself in complete ruin.

Why similar: Strategy 42.5%, Simulation 39.9%, Tactical 17.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep tactical squad management game that shares the complex combat mechanics found in classic tactical titles.

Brings the simultaneous turn-based strategy genre up-to-date and lets you give detailed, accurate orders to your squad.

Why similar: Strategy 58.3%, Tactical 41.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its simultaneous turn-based system forces players to think through tactical scenarios with the same depth as SWAT 2.

LA Cops is a fast, action packed 3D top down shooter set to a theme of 70s Cops in LA trying to do a tough job in a tough town.

Why similar: Strategy 72.5%, Tactical 27.5%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down tactical action game that focuses on police squad coordination in a stylized, high-stakes environment.

Close Combat is a pausable real-time wargame series, heavily focused on historical accuracy and realistic soldier psychological profiles. In Close Combat: The Longest Day take command of either the Allied Expeditionary Force or Germany’s Wehrmacht.

Why similar: Simulation 42.3%, Strategy 41.3%, Classic 16.3% ★

Why You'll Like It: A tactical real-time strategy game that emphasizes squad-level management and realistic combat scenarios.

The Mafia rules the city. A special police task force is formed to take down his gang. This squad is managed by two cops. An open war breaks out throughout the city of Chicago. Now it’s your turn to choose your side!

Why similar: Strategy 62%, Classic 38% ★

Why You'll Like It: This isometric tactical strategy game features crime-fighting themes that align closely with the police simulation genre.

HOW MANY LIVES WILL YOU SAVE?Experience your city through the eyes of a lifesaver and find out what it means to be a genuine "Everyday Hero"! Keep track of several fire stations, a variety of vehicles, a wide range of equipment and specialized staff so that you're always prepared for anything.

Why similar: Strategy 44.4%, Simulation 40.2%, Tactical 15.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the tactical management of emergency services, requiring precise unit deployment and decision-making.

Constructor is an exciting game of strategic action and ruthless acquisition where you’re constantly having to watch your back! You might be a small property developer but you fully intend to control the city…by whatever means necessary! Manage your resources and workforce with an iron fist, just don’t forget to keep your enemies at bay…

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Why You'll Like It: While a city-builder, its management and crime-related themes provide a similar strategic feel to the administrative side of SWAT 2.

Take on the role of the attack squad and complete a variety of diverse missions ranging from apartment fires to rescuing people and many more. Get an overview of the situation at the scene and decide strategically how to tackle the upcoming tasks depending on the situation!

Why similar: Simulation 48.8%, Strategy 46.8%, Tactical 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical emergency response simulation that emphasizes realistic procedures and unit coordination.

You take the part of the military and political leadership, trying to lead your nation to victory, in the midst of some of the toughest operations of the Civil War. You will build, organize and command your armies over one of the largest maps of the USA ever made for a Civil War game.

Why similar: Strategy 57.1%, Simulation 42.9%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that provides deep tactical decision-making and unit management for those who enjoy the strategic side of SWAT 2.

A new breed of Police Simulator, Enforcer demands you show exceptional bravery in the line of duty while under pressure and enemy gunfire.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world police simulation that incorporates tactical elements and law enforcement procedures.

Revisit Crime Cities, a revolutionary cross between a shooter and a futuristic vehicle simulator, originally published in 2000. Immerse yourself in the dense atmosphere of a grim future, as you follow a complex plot and complete a variety of deadly, unpredictable missions.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented crime simulation that offers a tactical perspective on urban law enforcement.

This is a dog-eat dog world of corruption, murder and sex – and as the new kid on the block you’re looking a little like ‘milk on the bone’!

Why similar: Simulation 70.2%, Classic 18.2% ★, Strategy 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: This strategic management game offers a crime-focused perspective that complements the law enforcement themes of the seed game.

Close Combat is a pausable real-time wargame series, heavily focused on historical accuracy and realistic soldier psychological profiles. Team management is crucial as every man in your team matter.

Why similar: Simulation 45.1%, Strategy 44.5%, Classic 10.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: A tactical wargame that focuses on unit management and strategic positioning in complex environments.

Sid Meier's Covert Action - A Techno-Thriller From the Case Files of Max Remington.

Why similar: Classic 50.1% ★, Simulation 49.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical espionage game that features investigation and tactical planning elements.

The Riot Police need great operators like you. Protect the peace in real places and manifestations. Your ability, perception, and skills will be tested. Control the Uncontrollable!

Why similar: Simulation 53.9%, Strategy 46.1%

Save Lives! When disaster strikes it all comes down to you! Take command of firefighters, doctors and more in this EMERGENCY Classics re-release of EMERGENCY 2. Now playable on modern operating systems!

Why similar: Simulation 52.7%, Strategy 47.3%

It's all in a day's work for members of the most elite force in crime fighting history.

Why similar: Strategy 50.3%, Simulation 49.7%

'Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day' places you in a law enforcement role during minor post-match riots. Manage crowds, establish secure perimeters, and navigate confrontations, choosing strategies that prioritize bystander safety. Learn, decide, and lead! *This is a free prologue*

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Take charge of the most feared special operations forces in the world: the elite British SAS or the US Delta Force squads. You're the best trained, best equipped and best organised. The area that has been assigned to you is yours for the taking. Seek, locate and destroy enemy targets and personnel.

Why similar: Classic 54.5% ★, Tactical 28.2%, Strategy 17.3%

Averno City, 1983. Gangs rule the streets and your father lies restless in his grave. Clean up the city, uncover the truth, and embark on thrilling vehicle chases through destructible environments in this neon-noir action sandbox police game.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Walk the thin, blue line in four of the most realistic crime games ever created, packed with complex storylines and real-life mysteries that only a handful of real police officers ever face - or solve.

Why similar: Classic 100% ★

Their lives are in your hands - can you take the pressure? In this re-release of the classic EMERGENCY 3 it's your job to save lifes! Command many different first responder units in an exciting mix of simulation and real-time strategy.

Why similar: Simulation 38.9%, Strategy 35.6%, Classic 25.5% ★

Take charge of a SWAT unit as an elite operator. Command a specialized AI squad or team up in co-op to seize suspects, rescue civilians, and restore order. Study the briefing, kit out your team, and execute your plan with disciplined precision.

Why similar: Tactical 56.4%, Simulation 43.6%

Fight alongside your troops in the sweltering desert heat of the Sahara or in the blustery heights of the Italian Alps. Wield your strategic prowess to gain the upper hand by the light of day and exploit the dark shroud of night to launch surprise attacks. Tanks, planes, troops, weapons - the resources are at your command.

Why similar: Strategy 38%, Classic 32.2% ★, Simulation 29.8%

You have command of paramedics, fire brigades, police and disaster relief. Send your teams out on tense real-time missions to deal with disasters in Europe's major centres.

Why similar: Simulation 70.2%, Strategy 29.8%

A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.

Why similar: Simulation 36.3%, Strategy 35.9%, Tactical 27.8%

This Is the Police is a strategy/adventure game set in a city spiraling the drain. Taking the role of gritty Police Chief Jack Boyd, you'll dive into a deep story of crime and intrigue. Will Jack reach his retirement with a nice stack of bills, or will he end up broken ... or worse?

Why similar: Strategy 66.8%, Simulation 33.2%

Omerta - City of Gangsters is a simulation game with tactical turn-based combat. Taking the role of a fresh-from-the-boat immigrant, with dreams of the big life, the player will work his way up the criminal hierarchy of 1920’s Atlantic City.

Why similar: Strategy 56.4%, Simulation 35.6%, Tactical 7.9%

The great Lords of England have their eyes on the the English throne! Muster an army and overrun your enemies' castles in this classic, nail-biting strategy game that blends turn-based and real-time gameplay.

Why similar: Strategy 62.2%, Classic 37.8% ★

In the world of City Eye, you’ll become an operator of the Central Monitoring System, who will try to prevent the effects of every single transgression in the game. Use city maps to track dangerous areas and don’t let the suspects run away from the Police.

Why similar: Tactical 100%

Face the global war on terror in this engaging 2 player strategy game. Set against recent world events, Labyrinth portrays the U.S. efforts to counter extremists’ use of terrorist tactics, as well as the wider ideological struggle – guerrilla warfare, fundamentalist rule, regime change and more.

Why similar: Strategy 50.9%, Simulation 49.1%

Police Shootout is a new turn-based FPS game. Put on your uniform and get ready to respond the most surprising calls in your policeman’s career. Solve cases and gain experience, but also find out why a good young policeman gave up his career in a big city and moved to a small town of San Adrino.

Why similar: Simulation 60.2%, Tactical 39.8%

Tactical Squad-Based Combat comes to the Fallout® Universe! You are the wretched refuse. You may be born from dirt, but we will forge you into steel. You will learn to bend; if not you, will you break. In these dark times, the Brotherhood - your Brotherhood - is all that stands between the rekindled flame of civilization and the howling,...

Why similar: Classic 43.9% ★, Strategy 31.5%, Tactical 24.7%

Manage emergency services in any city in the world! Take calls and dispatch rescue forces. Handle difficult situations, now depending on the weather, and traffic. Help the citizens through cataclysms and natural disasters, becoming a better emergency number operator every day!

Why similar: Simulation 63.1%, Strategy 36.9%

Free introduction to the full Police Chief Simulator game takes you to Winston Springs Police Station! Handle incoming reports, renovate and expand the station, solve cases, and fight crime!

Why similar: Simulation 50.2%, Strategy 49.8%

Economic booms, stock market crashes, oil crises, upswings, triumphs... Now you can become the greatest power in industry!

Why similar: Strategy 51.3%, Simulation 48.7%

Delve into a gripping world of puzzles, true ciphers on an old PalmPilot system. Will you uncover the Crypt Killer’s confession and bring him to justice, or will he escape the law?

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Coordinate firefighters, police, medical personnel and specialists in the classic EMERGENCY 4 Deluxe! Now with the previously untranslated bonus missions in English.

Why similar: Simulation 40.9%, Strategy 35.9%, Classic 23.2% ★

Welcome to Brighton! Join the police force of this fictitious American city and experience the day to day life of a police officer.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Police Shootout Prologue is a new turn-based FPS game. Put on your uniform and get ready to respond the most surprising calls in your policeman’s career. Solve cases and gain experience, and find out why a good young policeman gave up his career in a big city and moved to a small town of San Adrino

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Intravenous 2 is the ultimate blend of tactical gameplay and immersive storytelling. Will you embrace the shadows or confront your foes head-on? The choice is yours. Experience a new era of tactical stealth action. Save lives. Uncover secrets. Take vengeance.

Why similar: Tactical 63.8%, Simulation 36.2%

From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more.

Why similar: Simulation 74.1%, Strategy 25.9%

Run from the Cops! puts you behind the wheel in a high-speed chase for freedom and fortune. Take control of a clever troublemaker determined to score quick money and make a clean getaway through chaotic city streets.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Harpoon Classic 97 a naval warfare simulation game that builds on the legacy of the original Harpoon®. Command naval forces, including ships, submarines, and aircraft, across global theaters like the Nth Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf and Mediterranean, a realistic modern naval combat.

Why similar: Strategy 61.1%, Simulation 38.9%