Retro Shooters Are BACK! | Dagger Directive First impressions
22Delta force Reborn | Dagger Directive First impressions
Introduction
Dagger Directive delivers a hardcore retro shooter experience with modern military sim mechanics. Developed for PC and currently in Early Access, this title blends the precision of tactical gameplay with the aesthetic of classic shooters. In this first impressions review, we explore how Dagger Directive stacks up for fans of games like Delta Force, retro FPS, and military strategy shooters.
Gameplay & Features
🎯 Tactical Freedom, Sandbox Combat
Play your way—choose your loadout, the time of day, and your approach. Go loud with breaching charges or stealth through tall grass and shadows. Every mission in Dagger Directive is a tactical sandbox, where player agency defines success.
🌍 Three Diverse Campaigns
Battle eco-terrorists in the Bering Sea, take on criminal syndicates in the South Pacific, and suppress insurgents in Eastern Europe. Each region introduces unique tactical challenges and immersive environments.
🛠️ 25+ Weapons and Customization
With over 25 primary and secondary weapons—plus dozens of attachments, grenades, drones, and mines—the armory encourages deep customization. Whether clearing tight interiors or holding overwatch from distance, you'll find the right tool for every task.
🎮 Realistic Ballistics & Physics-Based Combat
Every bullet has weight, velocity, and drop. Adjust scopes, lead moving targets, and beware of ricochets. Even explosions scatter fragments based on real-world physics. This isn’t just a shooter—it’s precision under pressure.
🧠Verticality, Night Ops, and Map Control
Use the environment to your advantage: snipe from rooftops, shoot out lights, use tall grass to sneak, or breach in with full firepower. Choose daytime or night operations—and bring your NVGs if you’re going dark.
🤝 Co-op Multiplayer
The 15-mission campaign can be played solo or in full co-op multiplayer. Coordinate flanks, call out enemy locations, and complete ops as a tactical unit.
Why It’s Worth Watching
If you grew up playing games like Delta Force, or you’re craving a more grounded, simulation-style shooter, Dagger Directive is the retro-modern hybrid you didn’t know you needed. With its blend of retro FPS feel and tactical depth, it’s a standout in the Early Access scene on Steam.
Early Access – What's Included
15 missions across 3 global zones
25+ weapons & gear
Full co-op support
Tactical tools like drones, mines, and grenade types
Varied approaches: stealth, sniper, assault
What’s Coming Next?
Mission Editor with Steam Workshop
Advanced tutorials for stealth and tools
Free Play Mode with spawning tools
Modding support for community content
Links & More Info
Steam Page: hhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2437670/Dagger_Directive/
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intro 00:00
Character Creation 01:05
The HUB 02:15
Loadouts 02:40
retro UI 06:41
Shooting Range 07:25
Mission 09:08
Mission UI 10:00
Objective 11:19
Graphics 11:33
Attachments 12:28
Enemy AI 13:15
progression 14:30
Damage Model 16:09
AI Flanking 17:43
Bugs 18:22
Difficulty 20:09
Player Health 22:28
Outro 27:20