Operation Hardcore

Dateline: Earth, 1999. An unprovoked alien invasion is underway. You, a total badass, don't really appreciate it. You won't stand for it. You're downright outraged. You pack up some essentials--guns, cigars, whiskey--and head out into the night. Little do you know that tonight you will make history. This is: Operation Hardcore. Operation Hardcore is an action-packed 2D side-scrolling shooter inspired by classic twitchy action games of yesteryear, but with modern touches and conveniences.Fight your way past enemies using a range of weapons Double-jump your way around obstacles and hazards Activate your traditional plasma-based shield to deflect enemy fire Drink some whiskey to slow time and increase damage (...at the expense of mental clarity) Strap on a jetpack and get airborne for some classic forced-scrolling challenges Collect coins to purchase items, weapons and upgrades between levels Meet or beat level par times to earn yourself a brag-worthy Badass Rank(™) Grab a friend for some friendly and/or competitive 2 player local co-opGame Features12 levels of fiery, bloody, explosive-y alien-blasting mayhem 4 playable badasses Analog controls for precise 360 degree aiming Modern sound design and electronic soundtrack by Snug Intense 2 player local co-op Modern particle/atmospheric and lighting effects Multiple difficulty settings, upgrade paths and secret areas Achievements and unlockables for the overachieving, enterprising badass