The Operator: Become a Government Agent Solving Crimes

5/18/2026, 10:47:24 PM

Tags: #simulation #adventure #indie #singleplayer #puzzle

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,600
Global Price: $13.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 5/18/2026, 10:47:23 PM

Key highlight

Step into the role of an Operator in The Operator, a single-player adventure and simulation game where you solve crimes and unravel conspiracies from a command console. Developed by Bureau 81, it features full controller

Who this is for

Recommended for players interested in crime-solving and conspiracy unraveling, who want to experience the role of the 'man in the chair' directing operations.

Details

Overview

Welcome to the FDI, Mr. Tanner. Your first day as an Operator begins now. You'll be clearing your head, working through a hangover, and diving into a world of crime-solving from the comfort of your console. The Operator puts you in the "man in the chair" role, scanning footage, enhancing images, and directing field agents to crack cases and unravel conspiracies.

Highlights

Genre-Bending Experience: Immerse yourself in a unique blend of Adventure and Simulation, offering a fresh take on investigative gameplay.
Single-Player Focus: Engage in a deep, narrative-driven experience designed for a solo player, complete with Steam Achievements.
Developed and Published by Bureau 81: Experience a title crafted by the independent studio Bureau 81, with co-publishing by indienova.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy investigative thrillers, puzzle-solving, and immersive simulation experiences. If you've ever wanted to feel like a real government agent, piecing together clues and directing operations from a command center, The Operator is for you.

Game Info

Developer: Bureau 81
Publisher: Bureau 81, indienova
Release Date: July 22, 2024
Supported Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Portuguese, Russian (with full audio in English and Russian)
Features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Captions available, Adjustable Text Size, Camera Comfort.
Content Advisory: Contains depictions of murders and mature themes.