Alpha Response

Alpha Response

Early access since Oct 2024

From Gooseman, creator of the original Counter-Strike mod - Alpha Response delivers intense police action in dynamic, real-world environments. Fight solo or with friends against diverse enemies in high-stakes missions that demand fast reflexes, teamwork and split-second decision making.

77% positive · 830 reviews
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In early access, still in active development
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In early access, still in active development
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Active Development

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Evaluation

Alpha Response launched into Early Access on October 7, 2024, and has been in sustained, active development ever since. Ultimo Ratio Games has shipped six major content updates since launch: a February 2025 update adding new missions and weapons, a May 2025 update that expanded the total mission count to around 40 across two large maps, a July 2025 update with a new bridge bomb defusal mission, a February 2026 Big Performance Update with two new hostage rescue missions, a March 2026 update introducing the new Delta Force unit and two new missions, and most recently the Spring 2026 Update on May 2, 2026, which added a new Cathedral mission. Beyond these major drops, the developer has maintained an equally consistent stream of feature patches — adding gamepad support, AMD FSR, Nvidia DLSS, Steam achievements, teammate AI, and many other systems — alongside regular bug fix patches. The game is clearly still in active Early Access development, receiving new missions, enemy types, playable units, and mechanical improvements on a regular basis. No 1.0 release date or completion announcement has been made.
Evidence
Spring 2026 Update added a new Cathedral mission (M16 in Luzonia), graphical improvements, bot teammate voice phrases, improved sound effects, and 30+ bug fixes.
news post · May 2, 2026 source content shipped
high
New Delta Force CT unit added (unlocked at Rank 11), two new missions (yacht dock and bank office), new camera preview feature, grapple throw and finishing moves.
news post · Mar 12, 2026 source content shipped
high

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Details

Publisher
Ultimo Ratio Games
Achievements
97
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op

About this game

From Gooseman, the inventor of the original Counter-Strike mod, comes Alpha Response, a fast paced singleplayer / co-op experience that puts you in the boots of elite police forces worldwide. Inspired by arcade action games from the 90s, such as, Virtua Cop, Time Crisis, the firefights in Alpha Response are very dynamic and will push the player to their limits.

Respond to critical situations requiring surgical precision to save innocent lives. Every decision matters in a world where threats lurk around every corner. Bring justice to criminals and terrorists that are bringing chaos to the streets using a wide arsenal of weapons and equipment.

Join a global police initiative battling cross-border criminal syndicates. Choose your elite unit and take the fight to the enemy.

Team up with 3 friends in explosive 4-player co-op or take on the challenge solo with AI controlled teammates. Coordination and fast reflexes are key - your survival depends on it.

Alpha Response features heart-racing dynamic missions from hostage rescues to bomb threats with multiple approaches to tackle each mission. Enemies spawn differently each time and can enter the mission by vehicle or on foot and the player will need to be aware of his surroundings at all times.

Fight across massive, detailed environments from city streets and massive metro stations to towering cathedrals and industrial complexes. Navigate indoor and outdoor battlegrounds teeming with civilians who need your protection.

Face a lethal variety of opponents - hardened criminals, attack dogs, flying drones, armored vehicles, and helicopter gunships. Each threat demands unique tactics to overcome and you'll always be kept on your toes throughout the mission.

Dominate with an extensive arsenal from sidearms to heavy weaponry. Deploy shields, grenades, and vehicles to gain the tactical edge. Every tool is essential for mission success.

Last evaluated Jun 18, 2026
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