Cartoon Crime is an upcoming open-world action game that puts freedom at the center of everything. Rather than directing players on a fixed path, it offers a city full of things to do, whether that’s following the story, building a character, initiating street fights, or just wandering around to see what’s going on. The premise is familiar territory for fans of the genre, but the level of interactivity on offer here seems to go well beyond what most open-world games bother to include.
The world itself is built to be explored properly. Players can enter stores, visit gun shops, work out at gyms, eat at fast food restaurants, watch a movie at the cinema, play bowling and billiards, and have fun on arcade machines. There are also kickboxing challenges against increasingly difficult opponents, with cash rewards offered to those willing to put in the work. Skills improve the more you use them, meaning there’s always a reason to engage in activities outside of the main missions. Multiple cities, districts, islands, and locations are promised, giving the map real scope.
Combat covers a range of options beyond just shooting. Fist fighting, kicking, melee weapons, and guns are all available, and the game’s reactive world means that civilians and rival gangs will react to what you do. Get in enough trouble and the police get involved, with wanted levels increasing and making escape increasingly difficult. It seems like the kind of system that rewards experimentation and punishes recklessness in equal measure. Players can also recruit bodyguards to follow them around the city and help them when things get out of hand.
One particularly cool feature is the ability to instantly switch between a third-person perspective and a classic top-down camera view. The third-person mode brings players closer to the action, while the aerial angle gives the game a retro arcade detective game feel. This is an unusual design choice that might appeal to players nostalgic for the early days of the genre. Multiple playable characters and adjustable difficulty settings add even more flexibility to the experience.
No release date or confirmed platform has been announced at the time of writing. Keep an eye on the game’s official channels and check back here at GamingDebugged for updates as more information becomes available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is comic book crime?
Cartoon Crime is an open-world action game focused on freedom, exploration, street combat and sandbox gameplay. Players can follow the story, build their character, or simply explore the city and cause chaos.
On which platforms will Cartoon Crime be available?
Platform details for Cartoon Crime were not confirmed in the press release. Check official channels for updates as they are announced.
Does Cartoon Crime have multiplayer?
The press release does not mention multiplayer mode. The game appears to be a single-player, open-world experience based on currently available information.
What can you do in Cartoon Crime outside of the main missions?
Outside of the main story, players can visit gyms, cinemas, restaurants and shops, participate in kickboxing challenges, play bowling and billiards, use arcade machines, recruit bodyguards and explore several towns and neighborhoods.
Does Cartoon Crime have a search system?
Yes. Creating trouble in Cartoon Crime can draw the attention of civilians and rival gangs, and pushing things further will bring the police into action. Wanted levels increase over time, making escape more difficult the more chaos you cause.
