VGSources / Games / Fallen Tree Games
sandbox game
The Precinct
By Fallen Tree Games, released 1 Jan 2025
- Microsoft Windows
- Xbox Series X and Series S
What it is
The Precinct is a neon-noir action sandbox police game from Fallen Tree Games. Set in Averno City in 1983, it casts players as rookie officer Nick Cordell Jr., patrolling streets, answering calls and investigating his father’s murder. The city’s crimes range from parking violations to bank heists, street racing and drug deals, while gang power shifts around the districts. Car and helicopter pursuits, shootouts and support from squad cars, roadblocks and spike strips are part of police work. The setting includes a day/night cycle and dynamic weather, with alleys, rain-soaked streets and parklands among the places to explore. The game is single-player and lists adjustable difficulty, full controller support and gamepad recommendations. It is available for Windows and Xbox Series X and Series S; Steam lists the Windows version.
What players like, and what they don't
- Patrols and callouts cover varied city crimes
- Car and helicopter chases
- Police support includes roadblocks and spike strips
- Adjustable difficulty and full controller support
- Single-player only
- Steam platform listing is Windows
- Listed console platform is Xbox Series X and Series S
Who it suits
It suits players who want a single-player police action game combining patrols, investigations and vehicle pursuits. Controller users can draw on its listed full controller support.
The Precinct combines police work, crime-solving and pursuits in a changing 1980s city. Its listed platforms are Windows and Xbox Series X and Series S.