Beat Cop

 Switch
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic 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. 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.
  3. 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.
  5. Softpedia
    Mar 22, 2019
    75
    The graphics style, soundtrack, general direction of the story and the crude and extremely politically unfriendly dialogue makes the game stay true to its intentions. While the controls may not be the best, the story and dialogue stay the same, and if that's what you're in for, then that will just be a minor oversight.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. The Indie Game Website
    Apr 1, 2019
    60
    It can get dull in spots, especially if you find yourself with downtime, but there’s enough flavour and personality in the artwork and important characters to make things interesting. I wish the story was better, and that the 80s cheese was toned down to make room for something more thought-provoking, but what’s here is unique. So if you’re up for some fun, time-management based gameplay that doesn’t take itself too seriously, get your ticket book out and hit the streets.
  10. TheSixthAxis
    Mar 12, 2019
    50
    Beat Cop is one perp that’s best approached with caution.

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User Score
6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 19
  3. Negative: 6 out of 19
  1. 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.… Full Review »
  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.… Full Review »
  3. Oddlennon
    Dec 17, 2022
    5
    An okay game. I liked the idea of it, but the story was rather lacklustre and actual gameplay became extremely repetitive. Every day issuingAn okay game. I liked the idea of it, but the story was rather lacklustre and actual gameplay became extremely repetitive. Every day issuing parking tickets. Only one shoot out. Not much of anything else at all.… Full Review »
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