Crime Patrol 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Shooter

Crime Patrol

Deep cut

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1994 (originally 1993)
GenreShooter
PublisherAmerican Laser Games
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Published by American Laser Games, Crime Patrol arrived on the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994 as a shooter. This 3DO release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993.

It came out in the 3DO's second year on the market. Other notable 3DO releases from 1994 include The Need for Speed, Gex and Way of the Warrior. Among the 20 3DO shooters in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the 3DO hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Crime Patrol is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Crime Patrol gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Crime Patrol walkthroughs & guides

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Crime Patrol FAQ

When did Crime Patrol come out on the 3DO?

Crime Patrol was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994; the original game dates back to 1993.

Who made Crime Patrol?

published by American Laser Games.

Is Crime Patrol multiplayer?

No. Crime Patrol is a single-player game.

How long does Crime Patrol take to play?

As a shooter, Crime Patrol typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Crime Patrol on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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