THE OPERATOR Is Free in the Epic Games Store
Every week, the Epic Games Store gives away in-game loot and free game titles; all you have to do is remember to collect them.
This week, use your extensive detective skills to solve crimes for FDI field agents in The Operator.
The Operator. Act quickly because this loot is only free via the Epic Games Store for a limited time.
Epic Games is known for giving away free games every week. It's simple — all you have to do is log into your Epic Games account, download the launcher, and claim your weekly freebies. Check out the loot available this week and grab it now because it is only free for a limited time.
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The Operator (2024) is a simulation game developed by Bureau 81 and published by indienova. Play as Mr. Tanner, an operator for the FDI who uses his computer and detective skills to help field agents solve mysterious crimes. Make the world a better place by solving murders, missing people cases, and thwarting cyber attacks. Use cutting-edge FDI software to analyze evidence and find clues. Follow the evidence as you dig deeper to uncover the twists and turns of each case.
Field agents will call on you for fact-checking, searching databases, identifying suspects, and more. Each case is unique, with a variety of evidence to evaluate and a mind-bending story to unravel. Luckily, the FDI uses the most advanced software, including a photo and video analyzer, a citizen and vehicle database, ChemScan, a notepad, and a fully functional terminal. Your investigation may lead to some unsettling and dangerous discoveries, so don't go poking around in restricted areas if you aren't ready for the truth. Most importantly, trust no one.
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The Operator is free (a $14.99 value) in the Epic Games Store until June 26 at 10 am ET.
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