RICO: London

If you're looking for a co op shooter that grabs you from the first second and doesn't let go, you've got to check out RICO London. Developed by Ground Shatter, this game throws you right into the heart of a chaotic London on New Year's Eve. You step into the shoes of Detective Inspector Redfern, a cop with a simple but explosive plan for the new millennium: take down a notorious East End criminal gang. It's a premise that sets the stage for pure, unadulterated action.

The gameplay is all about fast paced, room clearing chaos. You'll be storming up a high rise tower, and with every floor you conquer, the enemies get smarter, meaner, and better armed. The beauty of it is the improvisation; you'll be diving to dodge hails of bullets one second and snatching a shotgun from a fallen thug the next to turn it back on his buddies. Whether you prefer to go it alone in solo mode or team up with a friend locally or online, the game is built for shared, explosive fun. As you play, you can tweak your detective with a bunch of perks and upgrades, letting you tailor your skills to your own run and gun style.

RICO London gives you plenty of ways to play. You can dive into the main story with the Operation mode, available in Easy or Normal difficulties, or you can just jump into the instant action of Daily Play for a quick fix of shooting. There's a surprising amount of stuff to do beyond just shooting; you can hunt for collectibles scattered throughout the levels and even play the hero by rescuing civilian hostages and escorting them to safety. The whole experience is wrapped in a super stylish, cell shaded, graphic novel art style that makes every firefight look like a panel from a cool comic book.

In short, RICO London is a pulse pounding arcade shooter that delivers constant, heart racing action. The moment to moment gameplay is so intense and engaging that you'll constantly be on the edge of your seat. For anyone who loves a great co op shooter, this is an absolute must play.