Operation: Tango takes an innovative approach to the co-op game genre, requiring two players to truly collaborate closely, with one in the role of "Agent" and the other in the role of "Hacker". Constantly linked via voice communications and an augmented, fully connected world, each has a different play experience, leveraging each other's skills to infiltrate, investigate, and eradicate the forces threatening the free world.

Set in a high tech near-future world, two players work together, each with their unique perspectives, to solve missions in exotic locations around the globe. Those playing as the agent find themselves physically within each location, while those playing as the hacker have access to the far reaches of digital infrastructure, unique to the network of each location. Both roles are critical to complete each mission.

While there are plenty of cutting-edge "toys" and technologies for sleuthing, verbal communication is the center of the experience, with dialog between players being key to the progression of the game. Only by sharing the vantage points of each role can they overcome the many challenges that stand between them and completing each mission.

The end result is a feel-good spy-thriller adventure that keeps the focus solely on the two players, connecting them whether they are in the same room or across the globe.

The exotic locations, near-future augmented world, and thrilling scenarios combine to create moments that pay homage to classic Hollywood espionage adventures while breaking out of tired tropes. Operation: Tango has intensely hued, stylized 3D graphics and an original soundtrack by Vibe Avenue that oozes retro spy cool.

“We’ve attempted to evolve the co-op genre and the world of espionage with Operation: Tango, paying homage to Hollywood’s best spy thrillers,” said Cord Smith, marketing director at Clever Plays. “To see the game come to life via the PS5’s outstanding graphics and processing capabilities is a real rush.”

Building a world that is seen from two completely different perspectives is not an easy task, but Operation: Tango navigates these waters with ease as you get to explore the “real” world as the agent, or the digital one as the hacker. The shining quality is what you and your partner bring to this experience; having to rely solely on verbal communication to relay what you are seeing to your partner, there are countless ways to have fun in a world you’re working together to save. 

Whether you are a casual gamer, a seasoned games veteran, or even a speedrunner, Operation: Tango strives to keep the game visually interesting for all ages and skill levels, while also providing unparalleled asymmetric gameplay. Each area of the world is built with unique themes, colors, and inspirations, really lending both the agent and hacker the global feeling of travelling within this near-future world. Balance is key in any asymmetric world, and Operation: Tango makes certain that there is no “main character” but equal partners, and equally interesting worlds to explore. 

From beautiful natural landscapes to the electronic vibes of the internet, Operation: Tango takes a lot of inspiration for the art style and feeling from Keiichi Matsuda’s short film “Hyper Reality” as well as the style of Canadian animator Robert Valley, who is famous for animating for the band Gorillaz. This blends into a world that is filled with augmented reality and interfaces that feel alive in the hands of either the agent or hacker. 

The art style translates from not just the characters and the landscapes around them, but also to the puzzles themselves. Making it feel like a new technology but with familiar puzzle concepts is one of the things Operation: Tango does best. You and your partner have to really work together to communicate what you’re seeing and this leads to wonderful chaos and memories as the pressure of completing the puzzle grows. From a high-speed chase, to a late night office break-in, color and mood play a large part in the art style of Operation: Tango. The world of espionage in the near future finds players in a world that looks and feels familiar, until you take a closer look. For the hacker, this is evident in the futuristic AR and interfaces that help get your agent through the mission safely, and for the agent, in the high-tech buildings and security systems that are stopping you from getting the information your hacker needs and escaping safely. 

Ultimately, Operation: Tango aims to give you the power to bring yourself into this not far future world, and save it, with the help of your partner. Whichever role you pick, whoever you choose to be, you’ll be welcome in the beautiful world of Operation: Tango. 

Fans interested in trying out Operation: Tango can download the PC demo (available on Steam).

Key Features:

• SUPERIOR TEAMWORK - Be observant, keep talking, and make sure nothing explodes. Combine complementary skill-sets to overcome intense challenges against "impossible" odds.
• AUTHENTIC ESPIONAGE - Exotic locations filled with thrilling scenarios create classic “Hollywood” spy moments. Experience the ultimate secret agent fantasy!
• TECHNOLOGICAL TOYS - Enjoy the visual splendor and technological advances of a fully-connected augmented world.
• INNOVATIVE BRAINSTEASERS - Overcome obstacles in ways you’ve never dreamed. Each mission features unique challenges, keeping you and your partner on your toes while delivering some of the most satisfying "eureka!" moments in modern gaming.

Operation: Tango is coming to PC (Steam), PS4, PS5 and Xbox One in Q2 2021.