The Narcotic Operation

The Narcotic Operation is a narrative game linked to the TV series “扫毒风暴.” Set in Wanbei in 1988, it casts you as Lin Qiangfeng, known as “A Gu,” an undercover officer infiltrating drug lord Boss Tiger’s gang to bring him to justice. Other forces are also watching for a chance to replace Tiger, making the mission more dangerous.

Life undercover

You begin as a low-ranking gofer, serving tea and watching the streets, then work your way up through the gang. In a floral shirt, you move through Wanbei’s streets, read people and navigate competing interests. As you approach Tiger’s antique-filled office, you face his scrutiny and the attention of his shadowy backers. Along the way, you may meet a tough ally who could betray you or a stranger whose glance could save you.

Choices and consequences

More than 100 choices lead to over 400 distinct scenarios. You might obey Tiger’s order to eliminate a police informant or secretly protect the informant; you can report partial evidence or risk a deeper infiltration to expose Tiger’s backers. A careless word can win allies, while a hesitant look can arouse suspicion, including from the shadow force. Your decisions shape relationships, reveal secrets and determine whether you take down Tiger and his backers, die, fall to temptation or reach another outcome.

Wanbei and its people

You encounter more than 10 characters, including Tiger’s loyalists, gray-area businessmen and fellow undercover agents. Your interactions can make them allies or enemies, with consequences that ripple through the story. The settings include neon streets, mahjong alleys, drug dens, video halls, busy markets, guarded labs and opulent clubs, each presenting dangers and opportunities.

A Gu’s development

A Gu can grow from a flustered novice into a calm negotiator. The choices you make shape this development and how he handles the people and forces around him.