
Release
Monday, August 31, 1998
Critic score
65/100
Platform families
3
Editorial overview
What it is
Crime War is a story mode, following a day in the life of an LAPD X1-Alpha pilot. The story events range from rogue lunatics arming observatories with weapons, to a malfunctioning supercomputer. Players begin in a futuristic Griffith Park, but as they advance through the game they may unlock areas such as Venice Beach, LAX and Long Beach.
The premise
In the 21st century, gangs have taken over Los Angeles. Hit the streets with your standard issue walker, hover craft and all-purpose justice dispenser
Play styles
Single player · Multiplayer · Co-operative
More like this
EA Redwood Shores · Electronic Arts
Connected releases
Core game only
Game data from IGDB
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Themes
Action · Science fiction
Languages
4 supported
Cinematic archive
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Trailer
Gameplay Video
Beyond this game
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Production dossier
Cast, creators, hardware, release history, and the details that define how this game plays.

PlayStation 3
Gen 7

PC (Microsoft Windows)

Mac

PlayStation
Gen 5

PlayStation Portable
Gen 7