Report updated Apr 16, 2026
This Is the Police
For fans of strategy, simulation, and narrative-heavy games who enjoy dark, mature themes and complex decision-making.
This Is the Police is an established games app that is a paid app. With a 3.8/5 rating from 4.1K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What is This Is the Police?
Current Momentum
v1.1
Unity update
Active Nemesis
911 Operator
By Games Operators S.A.
Other Rivals
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What makes this app unique?
What Does It Look Like?
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What Are The Key Features?
A deep, branching story where player choices directly influence the fate of the protagonist and the city.
Manage staff, respond to emergency calls, and allocate resources in a high-pressure environment.
Gather evidence and solve cases to dismantle criminal gangs operating in the city.
Balance relationships with the mayor, mafia bosses, and the press to survive and secure a retirement fund.
Full voice-over performance featuring Jon St. John.
How much does it cost?
- One-time purchase price of $7.99
Premium upfront pricing model typical of high-quality indie ports, avoiding microtransactions or ads to maintain narrative immersion.
Who Built It?
HandyGames
Delivering deep, mechanically-rich strategy and simulation games to mobile players seeking PC-quality experiences.
Portfolio
13
Apps
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What do users think recently?
Analysis in progress, available soon
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Mood gauge, ratings & review-volume history, every praise / complaint / request, and sentiment over time.
What is the competitive landscape for This Is the Police?
How's The Games Market?
How does it evolve in the Games market?
Rank progression
162 active rankings tracked — 30-day window
The rivals identified
The outtake for This Is the Police
Strengths to defend, gaps to attack
Core Strengths
- High-quality narrative and world-building
- Professional voice acting (Jon St. John)
- Unique minimalist noir art style
- Premium experience free of ads/IAP
Critical Frictions
- Low review volume (69 ratings) affecting discovery
- High barrier to entry ($7.99)
- Limited replayability after story completion
Growth Levers
- Introduction of DLC case packs
- Expansion into serious gaming/ethics education
- Community-driven narrative challenges
Market Threats
- Direct competition from the 'Operator' series
- Devaluation of paid apps by subscription services
- Niche market saturation
Key Takeaways
This Is the Police is an established games app that is a paid app. With a 3.8/5 rating from 4.1K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
Where Is It Heading?
Trend analysis
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