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About Door Kickers: Action Squad
Door Kickers: Action Squad is an old‑school side‑scroll action title that puts you in the role of a SWAT trooper fighting criminals across Nowhere City, USA. The game mixes fast shooting with a Strategic Abilities system that lets you decide when to use healthpacks, gear refills, or an Ultimate attack.
It offers 84 non‑linear levels, six playable characters, 60 weapons and gear items, and a zombie‑invasion mode that re‑uses the existing stages. Both couch and online co‑op are supported, and the title includes a level editor, Steam achievements, and full controller support.
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Gameplay Mechanics
The core loop requires you to choose gear, kick down doors, and react in real time. Weapon recoil, reload timing, distance and cover all affect how you survive each encounter.
Strategic Abilities let you trigger healthpacks, gear refills, or an Ultimate at moments you decide, giving you direct control over survivability and burst damage.
- Try different cover positions to see how they influence recoil handling.
- Weigh using a healthpack now versus saving points for an Ultimate in tougher rooms.
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Playable Characters
Six SWAT operatives are available, each described as having unique gameplay and level‑up options. Their distinct traits shape how you approach combat and use Strategic Abilities.
Selecting a character whose style matches your preferences can streamline progression through the 84 levels and affect how you cooperate with a teammate.
- Test each character in a short level to notice their unique behavior.
- Pair characters whose strengths complement each other for co‑op missions.
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Level Structure
The game contains 84 non‑linear levels, with mission objectives and a variety of enemy types. Levels can be revisited to improve scores or try new tactics.
A zombie‑invasion mode reinterprets the existing stages, offering a fresh way to play through the game.
- Focus on one objective at a time to manage enemy waves efficiently.
- Use zombie mode to experiment with weapon combos in a different context.
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Weapons and Gear
A pool of 60 weapons and gear items is available, each affecting how you handle recoil and time reloads. Choosing the right loadout is essential for handling the diverse enemy roster.
Strategic Abilities also let you refill gear mid‑run, so you can adapt to unexpected threats without restarting the level.
- Mix short‑range and long‑range weapons to stay versatile.
- Reserve gear refills for moments when you face high‑damage enemies.
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Multiplayer Co‑op
Couch and online cooperative play are supported, allowing friends to join via split‑screen or remote connections. Co‑op can ease difficult sections by sharing firepower and Strategic Abilities.
Online features include Steam’s Remote Play Together, which lets players who don’t own the game locally join a session.
- Coordinate Ultimate usage with your partner for maximum impact.
- Use split‑screen to keep communication clear during intense fights.
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