Redside: Episode 1

Redside: Episode 1 is the first game in a series connected by one plot, shared characters, events and universe. Set in 1996 during the Cold War, it follows a GRU special forces group investigating an international supply channel for chemical weapons components while freeing Soviet citizens. Intelligence suspects preparations for a terrorist attack using Sarin, but the targets, perpetrators and customers are unknown. The GRU launches special operations around the world to prevent an attack that could trigger the Third World War.

Missions and combat

The story sends you on missions across Europe, Africa and the Middle East. You can use stealth and tactical approaches as well as force, and your weapons, combat actions and use of cover all affect encounters. The game also includes special missions and mini-games involving drone-based terrorist hunts, armored vehicles and blowing up enemy patrols.

Weapons and equipment

More than 20 types of weapons are available, from pistols to grenade launchers and sniper rifles. Each weapon has about 10 characteristics, including weight, size, reload speed and killing power, and its advantages make it better suited to particular situations: one can suppress enemies with fire, while another is suited to storming rooms. Where firearms are ineffective, ammunition and extra abilities can help.

Dynamic difficulty

The difficulty adjusts to how you are doing. If you struggle, the game begins to ease up; if it feels too easy, it becomes more resistant.