What is The Precinct?
The Precinct is a single-player, open-world action game where you play as a rookie police officer in the fictional 1980s American city of Averno. Patrol the streets, respond to crimes, pursue suspects, make arrests and work your way through the story, all from a top-down perspective.
When was the game released?
The Precinct was launched in May 2025, after 5 years in development, to PC (Steam and Epic), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In 2024, we released a free demo containing a section of the story. The demo is still available, although many aspects of the game has since been improved in the full version.
Who developed and published the game?
The Precinct was developed by Fallen Tree Games and published by Kwalee.
How much does the game cost?
Prices vary by platform and region. We use regional pricing wherever possible, so check your preferred store for the current price.
Is The Precinct a police simulator?
Partly. The Precinct combines police simulation with action-arcade gameplay. Real police work is an influence, but our primary inspiration is the cop shows and movies we love. Fun and excitement come first!
PLATFORMS AND LANGUAGES
What platforms is The Precinct available on?
PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Is the game the same on PC, PlayStation and Xbox?
Yes. We strive for feature parity across all platforms, although updates may sometimes arrive at different times.
Is The Precinct Steam Deck compatible?
Yes. The Precinct is officially Steam Deck Verified.
What languages does the game support?
English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Japanese, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean and Traditional Chinese. All spoken dialogue is in English.
SETTING AND STORY
How historically accurate is the game?
We aim for an authentic 1980s feel rather than strict historical accuracy. We’ll occasionally bend the rules where it benefits the gameplay, story or world. Think 1980s cop drama, not historical documentary.
Does The Precinct have a story?
Yes. The story follows rookie officer Nick Cordell Jr. as he investigates Averno’s criminal gangs and the circumstances surrounding his father’s death.
Is The Precinct connected to American Fugitive?
Both games take place in the same fictional universe, but The Precinct is completely standalone. Keep your eyes open for a few connections and Easter eggs!
GAMEPLAY
What do you do in the game?
Work shifts around Averno City, responding to everything from parking violations and petty crimes to robberies, pursuits, shootouts and major emergencies. Good police work earns Support Tokens, which can be used to call in backup, roadblocks, spike strips and more.
Can I be a bad cop?
No. You’re expected to play by the rules, and repeated breaches of conduct can result in disciplinary action. The system takes the circumstances into account, though. We don’t want procedure getting in the way of the fun!
Are there building interiors?
Yes. There are a number of interiors to visit during regular gameplay and the story, although most gameplay takes place outdoors.
Can I do detective work?
Not in the traditional sense. You’re a uniformed patrol officer rather than a detective searching for clues or solving puzzles, although there is an investigation at the heart of the main story.
PARTNERS & POLICE SUPPORT
Will I have a partner?
By default, yes. Your partner accompanies you on patrol and helps deal with incidents and suspects. You can also patrol alone, or replace your partner with the K9 once unlocked.
Can I play as SWAT/ESU?
You can customise your uniform and equipment to several ‘Tactical’ options, and drive a police riot van, but there is no unique ‘SWAT’ gameplay.
Can I call for Backup?
Yes. Good police work earns Support Tokens, which can be spent during incidents to call in assistance such as backup units, roadblocks and spike strips.
CUSTOMISATION & DIFFICULTY
Can I customise my character?
Yes. You can customise your character’s clothing, but their physical appearance is fixed as they are established characters.
Can I customise my vehicles?
Yes. Vehicle liveries, lights and wheels can be customised.
Does the game have difficulty settings?
Yes. There are multiple difficulty settings, allowing you to adjust the experience to suit you.
Can I keep playing after finishing the story?
Yes. Once you’ve completed the story, you can continue working shifts for as long as you like.
Can I replay missions or start a New Game+?
You can start a new game, but individual story missions can’t be replayed and there is no New Game+ mode.
FREQUENTLY REQUEST FEATURES
Will first-person or third-person cameras be added?
No. The Precinct was designed from the ground up as a top-down game, and we don’t plan to add other camera modes.
Will co-op or multiplayer be added?
No. The Precinct was designed as a single-player game, and we don’t plan to add co-op or multiplayer.
Will consoles get a 60fps mode?
No. We’ve pushed optimisation as far as we realistically can without compromising the experience. Reaching 60fps would require significant compromises to the scale and simulation of the city, so console versions will remain at 30fps.
Does the game support mods?
There is no official mod support or Steam Workshop integration. We’re happy for players to use unofficial mods, but we can’t provide tools or support for them, or guarantee they’ll continue to work after updates.
UPDATES AND FUTURE CONTENT
Is The Precinct still being updated?
The Precinct has received numerous free updates since launch, adding features, content, improvements and fixes. We hope to continue updating for as long as it’s viable.
Will you add more features to the game?
We’re always open to ideas that extend the existing gameplay. As a very small team, major overhauls or fundamental reworks aren’t realistic, so we focus on additions that fit the existing game.
Will there be paid DLC or expansions?
We don’t currently have plans for paid DLC or expansions. Our focus is on free updates.
Why do updates sometimes release on PC before consoles?
Console updates require certification, which isn’t required on PC. Releasing on PC first also lets us identify and resolve unexpected issues before submitting the update to consoles.
Is there a roadmap?
There is no public roadmap or release schedule. We listen closely to the community, but also like the freedom to experiment behind closed doors. We avoid committing to features or dates before we’re confident they’re ready, and we like being able to surprise you!
Where can I find information about the latest updates?
We’ll share details through our official channels and here on Discord.
BUGS, FEEDBACK, AND SUPPORT
I’ve found a bug. How should I report it?
Please report bugs in bug-reports. Include a video or screenshot if possible, along with a clear description of what happened. Being able to reproduce a bug is the first step towards fixing it, so good information really helps!
I’m having technical problems. Where can I get help?
Discord is a good place to start. Our community is very helpful, and there’s a good chance someone else has encountered the same issue. If further investigation is needed, we’ll help direct you from there.
I have an idea for the game. Where should I post it?
Post your suggestions in feedback. We read the feedback even if we don’t always respond, and consider community interest, development time, how well an idea fits the game, and whether it works across all platforms.
FALLEN TREE GAMES AND COMMUNITY
Who are Fallen Tree Games?
We’re a very small independent UK game developer, and the team behind The Precinct and American Fugitive. Find out more at https://fallentreegames.com/
Don’t open world games usually require hundreds of developers?
The biggest open-world games often do, but it depends on the scale and complexity of the game. Our top-down camera, for example, means we don’t need the same level of animation detail as a first- or third-person game. We’re a small team, but we have some very talented people who know how to make the most of the resources we have.
Are Fallen Tree Games hiring?
Any current vacancies will be posted at https://fallentreegames.com/jobs/. We’re a fully distributed team with no physical office.
Are you currently working with content creators?
We’re not currently running any content creator programmes or accepting applications for review keys.
Do you have The Precinct merchandise?
Yes! We have The Precinct merchandise available through our Redbubble store. We use Redbubble as a print-on-demand provider and don’t add any markup ourselves. https://www.redbubble.com/people/FTGMerch
Is this related to the 2013 Precinct Kickstarter?
No. The Precinct is completely unrelated to the 2013 Kickstarter project of the same name.
Can you tell me how to complete a particular object / achievement / time trial?
There are lots of gameplay videos on YouTube that you might find useful for thi
Can I tell you about a bug in American Fugitive?
Absolutely, although there are aren’t any updates currently scheduled. We are focused on ‘The Precinct’. Hit us up on our contact form.
Why did some of your games disappear from Google Play?
Google has removed many of our games from the Playstore via automated processes. We have not been able to establish the reason for this, despite multiple attempts. When we have been able to establish the issue, we will address it and get the games reinstated. Due to the uncertainty, however, we don’t have a timeframe for this.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Will there be another Quell game?
The current state of the mobile market doesn’t really suit a Quell experience, but we hope to revisit the franchise one day.
Where are you based?
Although the studio was founded in Nottingham, UK, we have recently transitioned to being a ‘remote-working’ company, and have team members from around the world.
Can I apply for a work experience placement or internship?
Given that we now work from home, it makes work experience / internships much less useful to the candidate. For that reason, we are not offering placements at this time.
Can I apply for a job with you?
Check the jobs page to see if we are currently hiring.
I’m a recruiter. Can I tell you about a candidate?
We are not accepting applications via recruiters.
I have an idea for a game. Would you like to hear it?
We are not able to accept unsolicited game concepts or pitches.
